My wife got this for me for Father's Day, and I could tell by the look on her face she was afraid I would never consider it - but after already taking out a portion of my traditional 'fat' wallet in an attempt to make it slimmer, I eagerly started fitting the puzzle pieces together, and like magic, all of my cards, cash, and receipts fit like a dream. This wallet is so slim I don't even have to wear it in my hip pocket! It's incredibly functional, easy to use, and holds more than you might think. If you're looking for a slim, highly engineered, well-planned, well-crafted wallet, this is it. I can't believe we've had to wait generations for this kind of clever wallet "re-imagining". Thanks, FFF!!! - Mark Wahlberg
I've had a few thin, inexpensive wallets in the past. I thought I'd splurge a little to get a nice one. I was looking at some by Tumi, Coach, a few other brands. However, I am SO very happy that I picked up this one.
I've been using this wallet every day for the past 2 months. The leather is of great quality and has formed to the cards I typically keep in it (4x credit/debit on one side, 4x id cards on the other). I also have some business cards and a little cash in the middle.
The design is super. At first, I wasn't sure about the middle gap (for cash and things). Now I'm sold, it's pretty great and nothing falls out. On the "outside", it's pretty simple getting cards in and out quickly. Super handy for travel. The little wings take a little getting used to (see image) on one side, but it's not cumbersome. Now that the leather has formed, I think it actually helps keep the cards in place. Cards sliding out used to be my biggest issue with past wallets. That and the little bits of leather that were often where the stitches were. This wallet has none of those issues.
The color is great and the wallet is aging well. I haven't noticed any dye bleeding which is a huge plus. Overall, what a great little accessory. I'm extremely happy and will recommend this to everyone!
This wallet is a perfect example of how “less is more.” The minimalist design is clean and understated, yet every detail is highly functional. It maintains a slim profile while securely holding everything I need with no bulk. (I carry 8 cards and 10-15 bills.) The premium leather required no break-in, and the medium size keeps U.S. bills neatly aligned below the cards. It’s even tall enough to hold a standard check. If you value simplicity and thoughtful design, this wallet delivers. Well done, FFF. You nailed it!
Love it! Lightweight and functional. Little concerned about the long term quality of the leather but time will tell.
An ingenious design, invitingly useful and flawless craftsmanship. I love the wallet.
However, perhaps the most notable accolade is the customer centric nature of the company. When I first took delivery of my Sidestep Wallet I noted the nose of the leather to be somewhat reminiscent of a campfire., I texted Form-Function-Form's customer service and in less than 5 minutes had a reply describing the laser cutting process used to cut the leather, which leaves a burned odor with the hide. The customer service representative explained that my wallet had been shipped immediately after it had been made and the odor I'd noted would dissipate within a couple of days, allowing the natural nose of the leather to come through. It has done so and I am very pleased with a great wallet. Many thanks to Form-Function-Form!
By far the best wallet I’ve owned. Quality is incredible, very satisfying to carry. Find myself taking it out just to check it out.
If I had to nitpick, it would be the cards sticking out in the inner slots. They make me a little nervous for the longevity of my cards, but 3 months in and there’s no significant damage. Would love to see a version that covers the cards more, still the best wallet I’ve ever owned.
10/10 would buy again.
high quality look and feel.
a little tighter than i though it would be, but i'll get used to it. i guess it has to be that way so things don't slide around if only lightly loaded.
also, the leather color is significantly darker than the pictures, which i like. i was a little concerned about ordering the other orange b/c of how bright/light orange it looks in the photos, so i went with this one.
if the other orange is anything like this one, it's much darker like in the video. b/c of my uncertainty with the accuracy/lightness of color in photos i went with the darker one.
overall i'm very satisfied
This is perhaps the cleverest folded piece of leather you'll ever see. 4 card slots enclosing a cavernous cash space. Shake it, it'll never fall out. The leather quality is exquisite, and the bulid quality is almost a piece of precision engineering. The customer service is instant and amazing, understanding and thorough. Trust me, you'll want more FFF once you've got one FFF...an FFF-load!
I have tried for 15 years to get my husband to put his money and cards in a wallet and not loosely in his pocket. He says the wallets are uncomfortable and they get bulky. I tried one last effort with the sidestep wallet and he loves it! He has used it every single day since Valentine’s Day! Great job, love your work!!!
I carry 7 cards and ten cash notes and is still super light. Highly recommended it!
I purchased the SideStep wallet after seeing the Walletopia review on YouTube. I was looking for a streamlined front pocket wallet and the Side Step is it. Just enough slots for a few important cards and plenty of room for cash. Card easily slide out when needed.
I did a lot of research on line including many video reviews. This wallet seemed too small to be fictional but it got good reviews. I got it in 2019 I think, and use it as my everyday carry. I cannot explain how perfect it is. I have 3 cards on one side and five (three pro I cards) on the other and can easily hold 10 or more bills plus a receipt or two. Te wallet is snug and holds everything securely but still has enough give to easily remove the cards as needed. It is tiny and light weight. This company is the real deal and they responded quickly when I had a special request while ordering. Really, just but it and be happy.
Bought several different items and all were so expertly done and just wonderful gifts. This is a very unique shop and the personnel were so informative and made you feel at home. An acquaintance of ours went there and bought so many Xmas gifts that are very unique . we didn’t even realize it was there until someone told us. It is definitely a 5 star. Than you
The wallet is awesome
Material is perfect.
The wallet in reality is way better than pictures.
Only need to adjust the price.
I love this minimal carry wallet. Beautiful design and well made. Personally it doesn’t work for me for an everyday carry wallet, but it definitely is my going out for an event/dinner wallet. Compact, carries my needed cards (6) and perfect room for the amount of cash I would typically carry. Definitely worth looking at if your are looking for a very compact wallet.
Everything I needed to carry in my wallet fit plus the paper bills. Stitching is great and looks it will last a for a very long time. I opted for the green wallet and it will definitely spot my wallet in a sea of other wallets instantly. I was surprised that after filling the pockets up that my bills would fit but it still takes +10 bills with a snug fit and secure enough to assure me that it will not fall out. Thank you for a quality product, it's good to know that quality still exists out there. Pull the trigger and get you some- you won't regret it! Will definitely replace if needed in a heartbeat!
Buy the Sidestep if you are looking for a high quality wallet with a very small profile. It seemed expensive for a minimalist wallet, but it worth the price because of the fantastic design, quality workmanship, premium materials, and great service. Everything works just as intended. I had some questions and learned that the website needs updating to show improvements that were made to an already good product. The questions were answered nearly immediately and the company was very focused on making sure I was happy. I ordered the thereafter. There was good communication after the order. The packaging was very simple - I don’t care - the product is terrific! It is a high-touch item and I am happy with my decision every time I use it.
Waited until a new wallet was needed, but had heard of the FFF quality a few years back. I should have bought this sooner. Fits 10+ cards of mine, and is very compact.
Good wallet and minimalist..and refer friends to get them
Been using for over a month now this is by the the best wallet I have ever used or seen! It took all my cards and cash that used to fit in my wallet and is still less than half the size of my previous wallet. Quality is top notch! That leather smell is devine! So slim that you’ll forget you even have it in your pocket! Also, the customer service is unmatched!
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Out of this world customer service! Shawn reached out to me and resolved an issue without being asked! The wallet is exceptionally built and a joy to use, it's an amazing little wallet AND Shawn went to great lengths to make me happy....he has a customer for life.
I guess I don't carry enough cards to keep the whole thing together in a tight package, very loose. But it's beautiful made. I've just been scaling back and it's seems there should be more cards in it.
Hey Paul...just to check; when you say scaling back, did you have more cards in it and have now taken some out? If so, the leather has stretched a bit and it will take a little to reconform to the new number of cards in the slots. But I don’t want you to be unhappy with the wallet at all, so send me an email if it hasn’t gotten better. I guess it’s possible that you got a stretchy piece of leather that is just too loose (doesn’t usually happen with this kind of horsefront but it’s always possible, given that no two hides are the same). I’ve used this wallet with one card in each slot and not had an issue so it seems like something is amiss here, and if it doesn’t work for you I want to make it right. So let me know.
I have about 2 dozen slim wallets and money clips. This is, by far, the best way to carry your minimal cards and cash. It's foot pint is the smallest you can get for a cash carrying wallet because it is just large enough to cover a bill folded in the best way, in half. The clipless money clip is such a great feature; no more quad or tri folding bills; no more smashing bills under elastic; and, no more having bills getting frayed and viewable to the public with money clips. Cards are well covered and protected from keys, etc. The leather is thin, supple and high quality. The total wallet is extremely thin. The stitching is top notch.
Reply to the previous review emboldened me to go for max break-in. Put FOUR cards in each of the side-by-side slots and a DOZEN bills in cash. In testament to the quality of materials and build, the Sidestep took it like a champ. AND the the thumb-hole pocket still worked well, sliding the cards out easily. I've been using mine now with two cards in the side-by-sides - taking out and inserting cards easily - and with two to six/eight bills in cash which is easily accessed and held securely. So with six cards and needed cash, the Sidestep is a neat, compact package only slightly larger than the cards alone. I demonstrated to myself that you COULD load as many as ten cards and a bundle of cash, but when I realized the BULK was due mostly to the contents, I prioritized and got the total thickness down to a tad over 5/8". Slim, compact, secure carry; I like it!
Of good quality, product arrived on time