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We’ve all heard about attache leather wallets before (and I’ve written about attache leather wallets before in the blog), but what exactly is an attache?

The word is actually a French diplomatic term (attaché), used to designate someone who is “attached” to an ambassador or other diplomat as a support member of the staff. Attachés are typically responsible for such functions managing the agenda, organizing meetings, and other functions.

Over time, the term “attaché” came to be associated with that sort of important business work, which is why the term is often used now to refer to items such as briefcases, and yes, leather wallets.

So what are the features of an attache leather wallet? Typically, attache wallets have more sleeves and compartments than other wallets, so that you can store important documents, as well as all of your cards, cash, and change. Here are some features you can find on a typical attache wallet:

• Zippered Coin Purses – To keep your change safe and secure, and separate from the rest of your cash.
• Multiple Card Slots – For holding all of your credit cards and other cards.
• ID Card Window – For easy access to your ID card or driver’s license.
• Receipt Pouch – To store all of your sales receipts and other paper.
• Divided Currency Well – To organize all of your cash.

These are just some of the features that you can find in an average attache leather wallet. There are a lot of great wallets out there, but if you’re the type that likes to carry it all with you, then you might want to consider making your next wallet, an attache wallet. It’s the wallet of choice for diplomats everywhere

-Takeshi, shopping blogger and attache wallet diplomat