Everything you want to know.

The LUME Glide is a precision-engineered bifold that brings traditional leather craftsmanship and modern utility together.

Built around a micro-blasted anodised aluminium chassis and finished in Italian Walpier Buttero leather, Glide carries up to 11 cards and folded notes, with magnetic closure and quick card access built into a considered, compact form.

Familiar in principle. Rethought in every detail.

The LUME Glide holds up to 11 cards across its ejector and interior card storage. Carry only what you need, with quick access to the cards you use most. Everything you need. None of the bulk.

Yes. The LUME Glide includes a dedicated compartment for folded notes, keeping cash separate from your cards and neatly contained within the bifold.

Designed for the cash you carry, without unnecessary bulk.

Yes. LUME Glide is designed with RFID protection across both the aluminium chassis and the leather bifold sections, helping shield compatible cards from unwanted contactless scanning.

Protection, built in by design.

No. The Glide’s closure magnets are positioned away from your cards and are designed to keep the wallet securely closed without affecting them.

Contactless cards can be used normally once removed from the wallet.

The LUME Glide is currently being engineered around a compact 98 mm × 69.7 mm footprint, with a target profile of approximately 16 mm unloaded and up to 20 mm fully loaded, depending on card thickness and configuration.

Exact final dimensions will be established following production engineering and validation.

Designed to carry what you need, without unnecessary bulk.

Walpier Buttero a full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather produced in Tuscany, Italy.

Chosen for its structure, smooth natural finish and the way it develops character over time. It begins firm and refined, then gradually softens and develops a distinctive patina through use.

It is leather designed to age, not wear out.

Walpier is a Tuscan tannery known for its Buttero vegetable-tanned leather valued for its structure, consistency and ability to develop a rich patina over time.

The traditional vegetable-tanning process gives Buttero its distinctive firmness and natural character. Rather than simply showing wear, the leather gradually changes with use, becoming uniquely yours.

We chose it because the material gets better with ownership.

Yes and that’s the point.

Vegetable-tanned Buttero develops a patina unique to the way you use it. Contact with your hands, light and everyday carry gradually changes the tone and character of the leather.

No two Glides will age exactly the same. We consider that a feature, not a flaw.

The Glide is built around a precision-machined aluminium chassis, micro-blasted and anodised for a refined, durable finish.

Aluminium gives the Glide the balance we wanted: rigidity, low weight, corrosion resistance and exceptional machining precision without unnecessary material or mass.

The final production alloy will be confirmed following engineering validation.

We chose aluminium because it is the right material for the object not for the story.

Very little is required.

Wipe the aluminium with a soft, dry cloth when needed. For the leather, simply keep it clean and allow its natural patina to develop with use.

Avoid prolonged exposure to water, excessive heat and harsh cleaning products. If the leather becomes wet, gently blot away excess moisture and allow it to dry naturally.

If conditioning is ever required, use a small amount of a neutral conditioner suitable for vegetable-tanned leather, testing first on an inconspicuous area as some products may darken the leather.

The Glide is designed to be used, not fussed over.

Front trouser pocket is the most common. The slim profile means it doesn't print through fabric. It also works excellently in a jacket breast pocket, coat pocket, or bag. We specifically designed it to feel good in the hand so wherever you put it, taking it out is a small pleasure rather than an inconvenience.

The micro-blasted finish means the exterior surface is matte and non-abrasive. It will not scratch a phone kept in the same pocket under normal use. The edges are chamfered (precisely bevelled) to prevent snagging. That said, any metal object carried against glass or polished metal will eventually cause micro-scratches so we'd suggest keeping them in separate pockets out of habit.

Yes. The Glide’s slim profile makes it comfortable to carry in either a front or back pocket. We recommend a front pocket for everyday carry it keeps the Glide secure, easily accessible, and avoids unnecessarily sitting on your wallet for long periods.

The Glide is designed to go wherever you do.

The first edition is launching soon. Waitlist members will receive priority access and early notification before the public sale opens. We are not releasing a specific date until we are confident the product meets our standard which is the only standard that matters.

Yes. We plan to ship globally from launch. Import duties and taxes may apply depending on your country these are the responsibility of the customer. We'll include full details at checkout so there are no surprises.

We offer a 30-day return window on unused products in original condition. If something isn't right, contact us and we'll make it right. We don't make the return process difficult we want you to keep it because you love it, not because returning it is too much effort.

The LUME Glide carries a 2-year warranty against manufacturing defects. This covers the aluminium construction, magnetic closure, card mechanism, and defects in materials or workmanship.

Natural changes to the leather including patina, subtle darkening, and marks that develop through everyday use are part of the character of full-grain vegetable-tanned leather and are not considered manufacturing defects.

If your Glide develops a fault covered by the warranty, we’ll make it right.

LUME is a British brand. The Glide is designed in the UK. The leather comes from Italy. The aluminium is precision machined to our specification. We are not trying to be everything to everyone we are trying to make one thing exceptionally well.

Yes eventually. But we won't until the Glide is right and has found its audience. Brands that launch with ten products are spread too thin. We're focused. When we expand, it will be into objects that earn the LUME name. Watch this space.

We’d be happy to help. Email us at info@lumegoods.co.uk and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.