What Have I Got In My Pockets: Three Essential Items for Men to Carry Without Using a Purse

All men probably know this riddle: What have I got in my pockets?

As it would turn out, it’s not just an infamous question asked by Bilbo Baggins. It really is an important question to ask yourself, because it’s a matter of accidentally washing the twenty bucks you stuffed in your jeans… along with your driver’s license and iPhone.

Now there’s nothing we can do about your iPhone, you’re just gonna have to reboot that and hope for the best (or dry it in a bag of rice, which really does work), but we CAN give you a few tips on what’s absolutely essential to carry around in those manly pockets of yours.

First of all, what do you do with your money? Do you stick it in a wallet with the big bills on the outside and have all of the presidents’ faces all facing in the same direction, as if it’s some kind of messed up historical game of Twister?

Or, do you just take all of your cash, shove it in your pockets, and leave the change scattered in various places throughout the house and car?

We’re guessing the second one, so for the love of all things awesome, GET A MONEY CLIP. The Vvego Vvault wallet is perfect for any man, since it still carries 5-6 cards, and yet, it’s still flat enough that you can fit it in the front pocket of your jeans. This makes it a lot harder to forget about, unless you happen to be the laziest person on Earth.

But what do you need aside from your money? What’s the one thing that everyone wishes they had, but never seems to, when they actually need it?

The answer is a pen.

But not just any pen! A lot of you – and you know who you are – have the tendency to take the cap off the pen or at the very least leave it clicked open so you can put it back in your pocket to destroy your shirt . Am I right?

Well, the Space Pen from Fisher has you covered – just like they claim on Seinfeld. It writes upside down and the tungsten materials used to make it, keep the thing from leaking.  So this way, you can keep your shirt white and always have a pen, whether you need it to sign a receipt or need the metal tab to pick the lock on the house you just locked yourself out of.

And lastly, what is the final most important piece?

Is it a comb? Sort of, but not really – not every guy has enough hair to comb. Whether you’re naturally bald or just buzzed, that’s okay! We’re not making fun of you. In fact, we’re not singling anyone out – anyone with or without hair can use a flashlight.

Why a flashlight?

Well, that pocket knife you love so much is great, but you’re not getting through TSA with it just yet. And that flask could one day get you arrested for public drunkenness, so a flashlight it is.

You never know when you may need one. What if you drop your keys between the seats of the car? Or what if you’re suddenly in a cave and need to make sure you don’t trip the switch that makes the ceiling come down and kill you? That last one might be a little too Temple of Doom for anyone’s liking, but be prepared!

So you may not have the One Ring in your pockets. That’s sad for you, since no one would actually guess that even in Middle Earth, but it’s not about what you don’t have. It’s always about what you do have and how you can use those things, just to get through the day.

Private Seller Anxiety or Why Vvego Places Emphasis on Quality Control

If you’ve ever had anxiety over buying something online from a private seller, you would not be the first person. Buying things from eBay is a scary business – you could win an auction for a Nintendo 3DS and come away with half a plain Nintendo DS that’s made out of cardboard and smells vaguely of lead paint.

What about buying from Amazon? A slightly better choice, but there’s always the chance the seller will send you the wrong product or you may not even receive your product at all because of something called “Item was scanned but not shipped.” Whatever that means.

 

It’s truly a jungle out there, but have no fear – Vvego is 100% trustworthy and truly cares about quality from order to shipment to owner.

First of all, they believe that quality is a proverbial mountain climb that never ends. What if something goes wrong? That’s okay because Vvego’s Robert Porter, the CEO, will be on top of this – immediate personal attention is guaranteed whether your item did not arrive when it was meant to or if the product – be it belt, cool wallet, or cufflink set -- was somehow damaged during shipping.

What about craftsmanship?

IF there’s anything Vvego takes seriously, it’s the fact that they want to craft an item to meet your exact parameters and every product is handmade. This process may take time, but assuredly, it is definitely better to wait for something that will not disintegrate from needing to be in your pocket or looped around your waist for an extended period of time. Every cufflink is an exclusive single-piece construction and every belt is made to order by way of communication. No exceptions for any product and Vvego employees are willing to work with you to ensure that you absolutely get what you pay for.

Then there’s always the matter of the take it to the grave warranty. When they say the grave, they literally mean in the box, lid down, and three minutes away from having the dirt piled on you. If there is a defect or any other issue, letting them know is all you need to do. They will repair the mistake by whatever means possible and are pleased to honor their commitment. No private seller anxiety necessary.

Wallet Clutter and How It Affects You

When you open your wallet, what does it look like inside? Most of them probably look like mine – the cash is wadded up according to how new it is and finding the cards gets to be really fun because each card is wrapped with a receipt from McDonald’s or the gas station. This can sometimes lead to a panic since like a lot of people, I have a tendency not to look under anything and proceed to go ballistic.

The cards are also never in their correct slots and in their place, you will find a credit card or two, a voter’s registration card, and a bit of straw paper from Starbucks. Whenever I go to pull something out, change is also likely to come flying out with whatever that thing was.

Thankfully, Vvego International’s very cool wallets are not made for this kind of clutter. Saddle-stitched and made from durable  leather in your choice of color. The Vvapor functions like a money clip that still has the ability to hold 3 to 5 cards. There’s no room for change, but unless you’re in a major hurry to fight with the Coke machine at work, you should probably be okay.

Listen, your cash won’t miss that straw paper and you certainly won’t miss hunting around the house for several hours, thinking that through some miracle your “lost” debit card is going to magically appear in the freezer or atop that stack of bills you somehow keep avoiding, either.

And okay, say you have more than three to five cards. The Vvault wallet has all of the same attitude and style as the Vvapor  (and is made from five stitched layers of the same real leather), it is built to actually be pocket-sized and can be ordered with a money clip on the back if you still need a place for your forlorn and mismatched cash. This wallet holds up to six cards – read that again... Six cards and not the receipts they happen to be bundled in, so not only is Vvego offering you a wallet, but a clever way to wean yourself of your bad wallet habits.

So stop with the pouches, the fanny packs, or the billfold that probably has every obscure piece of paper you’ve ever acquired in it. Your sanity will thank you, Vvego will thank you, and most importantly – those people at the drive-thru will thank you. You won’t be holding them up anymore by having to hunt through your wallet for that extra dollar.

Where No Wallet Owner Has Been Before: Vvego’s Area 51

Area 51. What has been said about it that hasn’t already been said?

 Is it real?

Dunno – there’s some kind of structure out there in Nevada, so we’re gonna go with yes, but for all we know, it’s a secret society of aliens harvesting meat for our planet.

What we do know is that it makes you think of aliens, tentacles, and conspiracy theories in a big hurry and while those are the kind of thoughts you’d expect Fox Mulder to be okay with, there’s reasons why razor wire is necessary.  No, not because there’s going to be monsters or Grays suddenly standing over your bed and asking you to lie still.

NO. HECK NO!

What we’re talking about here is something a little less uncomfortable and something way more awesome!

Vvego has its own little Area 51 and while there’s still some razor wire involved, there are thankfully no tentacles or probes involved.

What is Vvego’s Area 51?

Well, it houses the one thing everyone in their 20’s should love – RARE GOODS.

Anyone who compulsively played Pokemon back in the late 90’s should be able to appreciate the manmade miracles that are rare goods. Did one of you accidentally kill Mewtwo and forget to save before you tried to catch him?

So sorry for any of you who did, but Area 51 is a way to compensate for that, now that you’re an adult, if you think about it. Vvego’s Area 51 literally houses the Mewtwo of leather wallets. (Or cufflinks if that’s what you prefer.)

So what makes Vvego’s items so rare?

Ever had a cool wallet made out of python or shark? Those of you who already do…. Good for you; we’re talking to the people who don’t. 

Not only are Vvego’s goods made of rare materials; some of them are also one of a kind. Feeling that shiny Mewtwo vibe yet? Then get your Master Ball out and listen up!  There are no wallets or belts made out of alien hide--  yet. For now, you’ll have to settle for tiger- or zebra-striped stingray, or maybe even orange karung.

What is orange karung?

Google that if you trust things without feet, but the rest of us? We’re just gonna chill here and see who dares to be the first infiltrator at Area 51.

Dogs and Cats Living Together… and They’re Coming for Your Stuff

Cats and dogs are the most destructive forces in the universe – no really, they are. Forget the nuclear holocaust we keep expecting, forget global warming, and as far as we’re concerned,  a giant meteor and a bunch of zombies are nowhere near as scary as the hairball you might find under the fridge while sweeping the kitchen floor. 

 Think about it…

They get into everything, they get hair all over every piece of furniture you own, and if it doesn’t have teeth marks, it’ll have claw marks in it. When owning a pet, keep this one simple thing in mind:

If you buy it, they will chew.

What does any of that have to do with your swag? Well, it means don’t leave your belt, shoes, or really cool wallet sitting out. The nicer it is, the more likely it is that you paid more than a dollar for it, and the nicer it is, the more likely, they will find it. Is there anything you can do about this?

Physically, no. We’re not sure why this is, but there’s some kind of power associated with big glassy eyes and fuzzy bodies that automatically stupefies anyone in possession of a soul.

Though no product will be safe from these canine and feline troublemakers, other nasty things may happen to your stuff, too. And sometimes, it’s not your fault (or your pets’). When that happens, what can you do?

BUY SWAG THAT HAS A WARRANTY.

Vvego is great for this. Not only is every single one of our products madein America, but our “Take it to the Grave” warranty protects them. That means that if the workmanship is slipshod (which it isn’t), and the belt separates or the cufflink stone falls out (which never happens), Vvego stands behind it.

We’re sorry about your pets’ attraction to all things leather, and we’re not so sure about the contents of your wallet. Um… that paper discount card you’ve been carrying around with three hole punches left? Likely digested. You’ll have to call the bank for a new debit card and you’ll probably never see that $20 in cash again unless you’re feeling brave and up to doing a little mining in about four to six hours. We wish we could solve your animal problems, but we can guarantee that if anything goes wrong with the workmanship of the items you buy, Vvego stands behind them!

But if you’re just chilling on the sofa one Sunday afternoon, watching the game and thinking about getting up for another beer, when one cat comes running in, pursued closely by the other and the first cat decides to launch himself off your body to the bookshelf, using your belt as the launching pad, well…. The claw marks in the leather are so visible it looks like you got into an altercation with Wolverine, and buddy, you have a real problem.  

Pick the shelf back up off the floor, and don’t worry about your pants slipping!  By the time our three-ply construction, hand-stitched belt saves your belly, you’ve undoubtedly ordered another. You know quality when you see it, and Vvego is just that good.