I'm tired of having a bulky wallet in my back pocket. As summer came and I shed my coats and sweaters, I found that I needed more pockets for my phone, iPod, headphones, etc. So I needed something light and thin to replace my bulky wallet. This minimalist wallet holds pretty much everything I need - ID, credit cards, some cash, just a few bills. (I don't really carry cash, but sometimes it's nice to have). I've moved most of my old wallet to the new minimalistic one and now I don't feel like I'm carrying anything. I think real bills, small change and useless cards belong separately in other trouser pockets. It's a small sacrifice I have to make, but it's worth it. The quality is excellent compared to the cheap $10 versions. Worth the extra cost. I bought the rustic brown version as shown in my photos which has a nice worn look.