Secrid wallets are the epitome of elegance, simplicity, and innovative functional design. Hand in hand with impressive execution come security features that protect your valuables from new pickpocketing techniques. They know very well that while we carry less and less cash, the contents of our wallets are more valuable than ever before.
Minimalism with maximum effect
Secrid specializes in minimalist solutions for protecting payment cards and documents from physical damage and unwanted wireless communication, which is becoming a popular tool for modern pickpockets.
The first minimalist Secrid Bodycard wallet was launched in 1997. It was the response of the design agency Spirid to the introduction of electronic payments in the Netherlands. But the real boom came a decade later, when in 2008 René and Marianne van Geer decided to leverage their experience from commissions for ING, Maxi Cosi, and Quooker, leave their agency jobs, and establish their own company for manufacturing wallets and accessories. Thus, the Secrid brand was born with a vision of producing functional minimalist wallets with innovative execution and original design.
Secrid reliably protects your cards
Cardprotector, which even won the Red Dot Design Award, was launched by the company in 2010. It is a protective case for payment cards, in which cards are protected from bending, breaking, and scratching.
However, new cards with contactless payment capabilities also bring the risk of unwanted wireless communication. They use RFID (Radio-Frequency Identification) and NFC (Near Field Communication) technologies, which increase convenience and allow for a single beep payment, but can be read, activated, or cloned remotely (up to a meter away) without you noticing. However, Secrid wallets can handle this too! Thanks to a sufficiently thick layer of aluminium, the Cardprotector also protects against these threats. Manipulation is still easy, and cards can be ejected with a single light movement.
The aluminium case protects the card from digital pickpockets even during use. By only partially ejecting the card, the distance at which a reading device can capture a signal from the card is significantly reduced, thus keeping your finances safe.
Practical solution in the name of elegance
If you are looking for a more elegant design but don't want to compromise on protection, the Secrid Miniwallet might interest you. It combines an elegant leather look with functional security features. Additionally, it offers space for banknotes, business cards, or receipts.
If you prioritize elegance even more, but don't want to lose functionality and protection, the Slimwallet is the right choice for you. It offers the spaciousness of a classic wallet, compartments for banknotes, documents, and business cards, but thanks to its slim design, it fits easily into almost any pocket. Naturally, it features a patented aluminium mechanism ensuring card protection and easy handling.
The Secrid Twinwallet then meets the expectations and space requirements of the most demanding users. Two compact integrated aluminium Cardprotector cases provide space for up to 16 payment and loyalty cards and protect them from unwanted copying thanks to RFID. Banknotes, business cards, receipts, or even meal vouchers or a gym membership card can easily fit inside without creasing.
Textures, colours, and patterns
Secrid wallets represent the culmination of professional designers' experience, whose functional accessories form a new vision for protecting payment instruments. They also strive to shift the perception of a wallet from an elegant fashion accessory to a functional tool that, in addition to its attractive appearance, effectively protects payment cards from wireless attacks.
Secrid's wide range covers several product lines. Thus, both gentlemen and ladies who prefer products made from classic and high-quality leather will find something to their liking.
- Original – glossy and soft leather, a timeless classic suitable for suits and jeans
- Vintage – characteristic elegant and waxed leather with a patina that develops with use
- Matte – extra durable, yet supple and soft leather with a discreet colour tint
- Crisple – luxurious saffiano leather with fine embossing, resistant to stains and scratches
- Rango – leather with two colour tones and a subtle, finely embossed pattern
- Metallic – trendy colour shades combined with leather with a glossy metallic foil surface
- Dutch Martin – naturally glossy leather treated with oil and carnauba wax, resistant to scratches and water
- Indigo – rich and intense shades of natural indigo colour
- Stitch – embroidered patterns with floral motifs or straightforward geometric stitching
- Perforated – leather classic inspired by the look of driving gloves
- Optical & Dash – stylish hexagon and herringbone patterns
- Diamond – geometric micro-patterns with a shimmer
- Cleo – matte leather with a hand-embossed crocodile pattern
- Veg tanned – naturally vibrant colours thanks to a traditional processing method where special plant substances from leaves, bark, or fruit are used in tanning instead of chemicals
- Cubic – endless grid pattern
- Prism – distinctive modern 3D relief with shading
- Ornament – dynamic pattern with 3D structure and decorative baroque motif
The Secrid brand has brought a breath of fresh air to our assortment and has become a long-missed competitor to traditional wallets like Maître, Mywalit and Strellson. Which of these brands will win your favour?
TIP: Are you interested in how the Secrid Miniwallet Matte performed in our testing? Read the review.
Author: Jakub Španihel
updated: 21. 5. 2020
