Fashion Trend: European Leather Cases for iPhones & Tablets Ms. Bels Tuesday, July 16, 2013 Trendsetters Leather has seen a huge spike in sales in the last few years, especially when it comes to women and men clothing. But, the newest trend comes in the form of high-end leather phone cases. The days of the chunky Otter box and non-reliable plastic cases from mall kiosks are over. Several companies who manufacture cases for phones and tablets are adding more variety in color, style, and fabric choices. One company, in particular, is MAPi. MAPi is a leader in leather goods and innovation. The company recently announced that they were releasing a new line-up of fashionable cases that were trendy and can easily be paired with designer handbags in shoes. The cases are handmade and are created using the top European leather money can buy. MAPi’s cases for iPhone 5 and Galaxy S4 come in bright new colors such as yellow, raspberry, orange, and lime green. Prices start at $35 and include the following products: Pella – Shell Case for iPhone 5 A minimalist snap-on shell case, the Pella has a premium leather inlay on a satin touch shell. The easy snap-on- and-off model will offer color coordination whatever the event. Announcing new orange, raspberry, lime green. Price $35 Tion – ID & Card Case for iPhone 5 The Tion is an open face design with room for ID cards, credit cards or even money on the back of the case. The case’s open face design allows for easy use of your phone, and doubles as a wallet or purse while on the go. Available in lime green, raspberry. Price $50 Myra – Wallet Snap Case for Galaxy S4 and iPhone 5 The Myra is an all-in-one, wallet-style case for your phone. It includes three pockets for keeping money, credit card and ID cards secure. Available for Samsung Galaxy S4 in black, red, raspberry, lime green. Available for iPhone 5 in lime green. Price $60 Taos – Snap Wallet Case for iPhone 5 Taos is a leather wallet style with magnetic snap that will keep your phone secure. The leather cover not only keeps your screen and phone covered, but also keeps you looking good. Announcing new lime green. Price $55 Altos – Flip Wallet Case for iPhone 5 Altos is a premium leather flip style that utilizes magnetic closures to keep your phone secure while not in use. Available in raspberry. Price $55 Poros – Caller ID Pouch for iPhone 5 The Poros is a unique stylish premium leather pouch with a caller ID feature. The caller ID screen allows you to easily keep time, while making you look stylish. Available in lime green, raspberry. Price $55 In “case” you want to upgrade from the cheap non-flattering covers four phone or table, visit www.mapicases.com for more information and product choices.