World's Largest Wallet, world record in Cambridge, Massachusetts

Feb 08, 2024

Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States--Cambridge, Mass.-based walletiers Big Skinny, (owner Kiril Stefan Alexandrov), makers of the world's thinnest wallets, created a giant wallet as a unique way to raise funds for more than eleven non-profit partner organizations such as the Harvard Square Homeless Shelter, PATS Kids, Salvation Army; the giant 21'x10' wallet sets the world record for being the World's Largest Wallet, according to the WORLD RECORD ACADEMY.

Photo above: Catherine and Kiril Alexandrov of Big Skinny. All Photos courtesy: Big Skinny

"Cambridge, Mass.-based walletiers Big Skinny has created a 21'x10' wallet as a unique way to raise funds for more than eleven non-profit partner organizations - setting also the new world record for the Largest Wallet," the World Record Academy says.

"Cambridge, Mass.-based walletiers Big Skinny, makers of the world's thinnest wallets that solve the top 5 wallet problems, created the giant wallet as a unique way to raise funds for more than eleven non-profit partner organizations such as the Harvard Square Homeless Shelter, PATS Kids, Salvation Army etc.

"Big Skinny owner Kiril Stefan Alexandrov previously co-founded two non-profits before taking on the challenge of manufacturing the world's thinnest wallets and is keenly aware of the challenges of fundraising. Big Skinny creative director Catherine Alexandrov spent hundreds of production hours constructing the wallet in her Cambridge office."

A selection of fun facts about the Cambridge wallet, according to Big Skinny:

-10.5 feet by 10 feet when closed, 10 feet tall and 21 feet long when open;
-171 feet of the company's proprietary nylon micro-fiber were used;
- 48 pounds of nylon micro-fiber;
- total weight with special supportive endoskeleton and wheels is 128 pounds;
- 20 feet of clear plastic used for the clear ID pocket and the additional pockets for informational material;
- 80 feet of heavy metal 3/4 inch plumbing piping… used for the endo-skeleton structure which keeps the wallet upright;
- 8 wheels make the wallet portable;
-160 hours of labor went into just sewing the wallet, with two people working on it! Another 45 hours on the endoskeleton and assembly;
- 90 feet of Velcro.

"Big Skinny owner Kiril Stefan Alexandrov previously co-founded two non-profits before taking on the challenge of manufacturing the world's thinnest wallets and is keenly aware of the challenges of fundraising. Big Skinny creative director Catherine Alexandrov spent hundreds of production hours constructing the wallet in her Cambridge office.

"The wallet is a perfect counterpoint to the commercialism of this season," said Alexandrov. "Our hope is that our big crimson wallet urges folks to open their wallets to help address the needs of the underserved community."

"Since 2005, Big Skinny has been producing the world's thinnest wallets that solve the top 5 wallet problems. Big Skinny's proprietary, ultra-thin nylon micro-fiber and top grain leather along with unique designs results in a 50+% reduction in wallet size even when stuffed with all your cards, cash, & paper," the Big Skinny says.

"Wallets are the most frequently given gift at the holidays, and this year the record-setting Big Skinny wallet encourages giving meaningful gifts to those that really need help.

"Historic Harvard Square in Cambridge, Massachusetts plays host every day in December to the World's Largest Wallet. More than just a simple celebration to kick off the holiday shopping season, the 21'x10' wallet is also a unique fund-raising vehicle to remind holiday shoppers to help the poor and needy."

"Not only is Guinness World Records recognizing the wallet as the first of its kind but the bright red wallet provides an opportunity to give back to those in need in a unique and fun way during the most wonderful time of the year," the Harvard Square says.

"Beginning on the 29th of November and running through the December shopping season, the record-breaking wallet will be on display to the public in Harvard Square. Donations can literally be placed in the wallet to aid local and national non-profits.

"Organizations such as Pediatric Aids Treatment Support (PATS) and the Jose Mateo Ballet Company will be on hand throughout the day to greet visitors and provide more information about their groups to those looking to learn more. 100% of all donations go to the organization present at the wallet each day."