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Choosing Your Wallet Color: A Guide to Style and Feng Shui

When you go out, you want to look your best. And that doesn’t just extend to your clothing and shoes, either. You need your wallet and other accessories to complement your appearance and not detract from it. 

We know that choosing the best wallet color can be difficult, so this article will take a closer look at wallet colors, different aspects to consider, and how to choose the right wallet color for you. 

Choosing the Best Color for a Wallet: The Influence of Feng Shui

Feng shui has become a powerful influence, even in the Western world. It is an ancient Chinese practice, rooted in the Taoist belief that every individual needs to be in harmony with themselves and the world around them. 

Part of the concept relates to balancing the five elements: fire, water, earth, air, and metal. It’s believed that, when you attain balance in this regard, it improves the flow of your life energy (chi).

In terms of your wallet, the color, design, and overall condition of your wallet can affect its ability to receive and retain funds. 

The Best Wallet Colors for Feng Shui

Below, we’ll discuss some of the different feng shui colors and how you can expect them to affect your finances. The first four colors are supposed to help attract wealth, while the last three divert wealth.

  • Black: Symbolizing flowing wealth and career success, black wallets are ideal for those seeking financial stability and advancement.
  • Blue: Representing steady financial growth, blue wallets promote calm accumulation and retention of wealth.
  • Green: Associated with new beginnings and expansion, green wallets are perfect for starting businesses or reviving finances.
  • Red: A powerful wealth attractor, red should be used sparingly (accents) to avoid impulsive spending. Its fire energy brings financial opportunities but also carries the risk of burning through cash.
  • White: While symbolizing purity, white wallets might attract financial loss due to the metal element's association with draining resources.
  • Pink: Associated with love, pink wallets are seen as lacking the seriousness for attracting wealth.
  • Purple: This color represents the same risks associated with the color pink, so it’s probably best to avoid it.
  • Brown: Representing stability, brown wallets might hinder financial growth due to the earth element's grounding energy. Choose more dynamic colors to encourage wealth flow.

Of course, the best color for your wallet might be a combination of different colors, rather than an adherence to one single color. 

For example, if you’re looking for financial opportunities and growth, you may decide to get a black wallet with red stitching and accents. That way, you get the benefits of both black and red without the risks associated with fire colors.

Choosing the Best Color for a Wallet: Matching Your Style

The best wallet color for you will always remain the one that matches your personal sense of style. Remember that your wallet’s color can have a significant and profound impact on your overall appearance, even though it’s often considered merely a practical item.

Let’s take a look at some of the best wallet colors and what styles they work for:

  • A classic, timeless sense of style combines well with dark or neutral colors. Black and brown come to mind since they complement most colors.
  • If you have a contemporary, vibrant style then you may want to consider experimenting with different hues of green and blue.
  • If you don’t mind having multiple wallets, and you like to accessorize, consider having multiple belt and wallet combinations that complement one another. That way your wallet always matches something else that you are wearing. 

Beyond Color: Additional Considerations

After you’ve considered basic elements like feng shui and your sense of style, there are some practical elements to consider.

For one thing, certain colors show dirt and debris easily. If you work a job where your wallet is likely to get dirty, you probably want to choose a darker color like black or walnut brown. Lighter colors like pink and tan will show dirt easily, making it harder to keep them looking good.

If you’re going to use your wallet in an office or another form of professional or corporate setting, you probably want it to convey a sense of seriousness and trustworthiness. Neutral, natural colors are an excellent option here because they convey a sense of style and reliability.

If you’re going to visit clubs or other informal settings, feel free to go wild with colors. You want your wallet to express your personality, so any color that you like will work in this regard.

Best Wallet Color Options for Natural Leather Wallets 

Here at Bull Sheath Leather, we offer a range of different natural color options. If you’re fond of earthy, rich colors, then these are perfect for you. Below, we’ll list some of the gorgeous natural colors that you can choose from.

  • Black - You can’t go wrong with black wallets. They’re stylish, they’re elegant, and they go with almost any color. Pictured here is a black long Western wallet.
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  • Chestnut Brown - As you can see from this minimalist vertical wallet, chestnut brown is an ideal color for someone who likes simplistic, natural colors but isn’t fond of dark accessories.
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  • Walnut Brown - Considerably darker than chestnut brown, but still much lighter than black, Walnut brown is a beautiful, rich color that complements most attire.
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  • Saddle Tan - A few shades lighter than chestnut brown, saddle tan is the best wallet color if you like that classic leather look and coloration. This Big Bend Bifold Wallet perfectly demonstrates the timeless look.
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    Final Thoughts  

    There are so many things to consider when you’re trying to select the best color for a wallet. But in the end, it all comes down to your personal style and preferences. 

    Always try to pick a wallet that complements your usual sense of style, and that you’ll be comfortable carrying. Of course, if you’re more interested in getting a custom wallet, you can always contact us. We’d love to see how we can help you.

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