# Minimized Minimalist Wallets The Compact Wallet by Twelve Degree is Slim and Durable By Jessica Marren | Published 2013-04-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-wallet References: [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1332559076/the-compact-wallet-twelve-degree-angle) & [twelvedegreeangle](http://twelvedegreeangle.com) If you are constantly on the prowl for [minimal, well-designed products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reaf-wallet), this paper-thin Compact Wallet by Twelve Degree Angle is exactly that. The compact wallet is the smallest wallet you will find on the market. It is an ultra simple design and is made up of durable strong quality materials. This wallet was designed to be the ultra minimalist wallet for people who carry very little with them when they leave the house. The Compact Wallet is made of robust elastic material and features a [metal plate for structure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titaner-titanium-edc-wallet) and protection. This [sleek minimalist wallet](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pioneer-wallet) is roughly the size of a credit card and adds no bulk. This Compact Wallet holds up to twelve cards and a few bills of cash. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 59% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Minimalist Wallets:** Designing even smaller and simpler wallets for ultra-minimalists - **Elastic Material Design:** Incorporating elastic material into diverse products for durability and versatility - **Metal Plates for Added Protection:** Integrating metal plates into small products to enhance durability and protection ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Accessories:** Innovative wallet designs for fashion-conscious and minimalist consumers - **Outdoor Gear:** Developing durable and flexible materials for outdoor equipment such as ultra-thin wallets - **Consumer Electronics:** Employing metal plates and elastic materials in smartphone cases for improved durability and protection ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Minimal Contemporary Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pioneer-wallet.md) - [Portable Cross-Body Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gossamer-gear.md) - [Tool-Equipped Titanium Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/titaner-titanium-edc-wallet.md) - [Ultra-Slim Wallet Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tracking-card-pro.md) - [Ultra-Slim Connected Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekster-wallet-pro.md) - [Wallet-Specific Tracking Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-wallet-tracker.md) - [Hybrid Metallic Leather Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proof-wallet.md) - [Minimalist Industrial Wallet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reaf-wallet.md) - [Metallic Multitool Wallet Cards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ekster-tool-card.md)