I will level with you: this is basically my
personal wish list. But I have excellent taste (I get all of my calories from
fashion magazines), and I promise these are what a girl wants —
case- wise, anyway.
iPad
Envelope in Metallic Gold Embossed Python
Graphic Image makes some of the loveliest
cases for iPads, and this Envelope is truly a game-changer. The leather
envelope accommodates all iPad models, and though it comes in a variety of
bright and metallic colors, the python is my favorite. This accessory is
prettier than most clutch purses, and it transforms the iPad from "that vaguely
cumbersome thing she reads magazines on" to a true statement piece.
Michael
Kors Wallet Clutch for iPhone 4S
This leather wallet- clutch-case hybrid is
almost too pretty, and it comes in both gold and red-and-gold, which is just
too seasonal to pass up. Seriously, my ideal Christmas tree would be filled
with these instead of glass ornaments — imagine them dangling off
branches by the wrist-strap, looking holly-jolly as could be. Back to that
wrist-strap for a minute: it's the real draw for this particular case, because
it means she doesn't need to take anything else with her when she leaves the
house. Save her from oversize bag woes. Save her stylishly.
New
Yorker Logo iPhone 4 Case
A smart girl deserves a smart case for her
phone, and what better way to say "I respect your brain" than by
gifting this New Yorker-themed polycarbonate hard shell? This case has a
number of nice features — a contour that shifts audio toward you instead of down for
enhanced sound quality and the ability to stand up on its hind legs like a
YouTube cat, to name a couple — but I mostly just love the design. Buy her a subscription to The
New Yorker (and iPhone Life, too, while you're at it), pop this in a
bag with the subscription confirmation, and watch her eyes light up.
For your business mogul dad who just wants to look
important
Is your dad a big deal (or does he wish he
were)? Help him really feel the part this December with two sleek cases and one
fascinating gadget.
Universal
iPad Sleeve in Traditional Leather
Look, it is a basic truth that leather is
an instant VIP-maker. It looks expensive, it's classic, and it conveys that you
have your act together. There is no easier way to look like you're a big deal.
This iPad case has a classic design, accommodates all iPad models, and is
available in black and brown. You can have it personalized for a mere $7.50,
which is perfect, because the only thing sharper than leather is monogrammed
leather.
BookBook
for iPhone 4/4S
Lest you thought I wasn't serious about the
leather thing, here's a gorgeous iPhone case that, as an added bonus, makes the
carrier look literate. Sort of. It's kind of hard to be staggeringly wowed by
such a tiny faux-book, but it fits in well with a bookshelf of thicker tomes.
The best part about this case is that it doubles as a wallet, with a flip cover
that reveals pockets for credit cards and a pouch for money. Books. Money. What
more do you need to impress?
ShaveTech
USB Travel Shaver
Okay, this is the anomaly on my list,
because it's not actually iPhone gear, or iPad gear, or any kind of gear, really.
I know, I know, for shame! But it looks like a smartphone, and honestly, this
is techie heaven, so bear with me. The ShaveTech is a light-as-a-feather
electric razor that seriously looks like an iPhone and charges by means of a
USB port. It's remarkably flexible, guaranteeing a close shave, and it will
make your dad feel like Don Draper every time. For a double-whammy gift, pop
it into an iPhone sleeve.
For your germaphobic co-worker who tends to say things
like, "this office is a cesspool!"
First, it's your coworker, so you don't
want to drop too much cash on their gift. Second, you want them to stop saying
the word "cesspool" and you are sick of the scent of hand sanitizer
wafting from their cubicle day in and day out. Maybe you can tone down the
madness with the following products.
Original
Touch-screen Gloves
Yes, texting gloves are old news, but guess
what? It's winter. It's cold out, and not nearly enough people are using these
suckers yet. Seriously, I don't understand why any other kind of glove even
exists anymore, because it's not like you're going to just quit your technology
for an entire season. Anyway, Agloves are America's top-rated touchscreen
gloves for accuracy, precision, and OCD co-workers, and this black-and-gray
pair will match everything. These make great stocking stuffers, too.
The
Stump
It's a fact that hands are germy, but
unless you plan to walk around wearing swipe-friendly kid gloves your entire
life, you can't really avoid touching your iPhone. You can, however, minimize
your hand-to-phone time without unplugging entirely. The Stump stand is perfect
for getting a little distance between your palm and your tech —
just prop your phone or iPad up while you work, cook, chat on speakerphone, or
listen to music. The stand is notched so you can position your tablet three
different ways. Chuck it in a bag with some tissue paper and a bottle of hand
sanitizer, and wham — germaphobe gift heaven.
iSkin
solo for iPhone 4/4S
They do possess the same translucent
sparkle as freshly washed wine glasses in a dishwashing detergent commercial,
but otherwise, these slim thermoplastic cases seem fairly ordinary. Take a
closer look: iSkin embeds these cases with Microban, a leading antimicrobial
product protection. So even though it's stretching the truth a little, you
could totally tell your coworker that you just turned their cell phone into
hand sanitizer, and it wouldn't even be a total lie. In all seriousness, that
is some impressive technology.
