The wallet alternative for those who are truly special
Since all smokers prefer puffing on vapes instead of cigarettes, pretty metal cases have become unemployed. This creative trend is now giving them a new purpose.
There was an era when wallets were roughly the size of a DL envelope and contained the contents of a poorly organized desk drawer. Today, unless it's pragmatically integrated into our smartphones, we barely carry more than our credit card. Stowed away in a presentable cardholder.
However, I have news for you: its days are numbered. You can toss your cardholder straight into the same box of memorabilia in the basement where your DL-sized wallet is gathering dust. And while you're at it, bring that old metal cigarette case up from the box – you're going to need it.
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Yep. Anyone who cares about themselves and their few, handy belongings is now stowing them in a repurposed cigarette case. Ideally, it comes from Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, or – obviously – a flea market.
Alongside the performative show cigarette, you can of course tuck in bank cards and banknotes, but also headphones, chewing gum, and slim beauty products. The good thing about the cigarette wallet? You actually have all your important little items quickly and clearly at hand. Plus, the metal cases are pocket-compatible, which can save you from having to carry an extra bag.
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The silly thing about the cigarette wallet? You're carrying a cigarette case around as a wallet. Most likely, you're also posting it on your social media channels under the #nichewallet tag. And that begs the question: how niche can something be that has already generated its own hashtag? Something that has already spawned entire business models like Trinket or Patina, which want to sell you «Chrome cardholders for the unapologetic» and «Steel cardholders made to stand out»?
Genius or silly – the metal boxes are currently in fashion and at least serve a practical purpose. So, if you want to own a #nichewallet too, you'll certainly find what you're looking for with us.
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