# Haute Techcessories High fashion gadget cases appeal to label-conscious consumers. By [Katherinev123](https://www.trendhunter.com/katherine), Contributing Editor | Published Mar 26, 2012 | Category: [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/luxury-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/haute-techcessories ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.4/10 - Evidence articles: 8 ## What is the Haute Techcessories trend? **Haute Techcessories:** Although everyone may have the same tablet or phone, tech consumers know that one area they can differentiate themselves is their gadget cases. Because couture fashion consumers love labels and high-end designer products, meeting the need of this market group is as simple as a designer extending his product line to include tech accessories. From Louis Vuitton to Marc Jacobs, fashion houses are joining in on the techcessories craze. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 8 featured examples - Articles from: Feb 16 to Dec 21, 2011 - Published: Mar 26, 2012 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Haute Techcessories trend ### High-end Designer Tech Accessories Fashion designers extending product lines to tech accessories to meet the needs of label-conscious gadget users. ### Luxury Leather Goods for Electronics Luxurious covers for tech gadgets are now made of high-quality animal skins, adding sophistication and elegance to the devices. ### Vintage and Retro-Inspired Tech Accessories Tech accessories are getting a fashion-forward update with vintage and retro-inspired designs that add unique style to gadgets. ## What the Haute Techcessories trend means for industry ### For Fashion and Luxury Goods Fashion and luxury brands producing high-end designer tech accessories to meet the growing demand for sophisticated and label-conscious gadget users. ### For Leather Goods Luxury leather goods companies creating covers and cases for gadgets using high-quality animal skins to offer stylish protection for devices. ### For Retail and Consumer Electronics Retailers and consumer electronics companies partnering with luxury brands and designers to offer exclusive high-end tech accessories for their customers. ## Trend signals for Haute Techcessories Trend score 4.4 out of 10, from popularity 68%, activity 57%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 68% - Activity: 57% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Haute Techcessories trend 8 featured examples from Feb 16 to Dec 21, 2011. - [Vintage Tablet Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duchess-cases-by-helek): The Duchess Cases by Helek are Inspired by Granny Wallets (Category: Tech) Implication: The fashion accessories industry can leverage the trend of vintage tablet cases to offer unique and stylish products for consumers seeking a blend of fashion and technology. - [Couture Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackberry-holder-by-alexandre-mcqueen): The BlackBerry Holder by Alexander McQueen is the New Chic Cell Protector (Category: Luxury) Implication: Fashion retailers can capitalize on the trend of designer phone cases by partnering with designers and artists to create unique phone cases that complement their fashion lines. - [High-Fashion Tablet Sheaths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gucci-iphone-ipad-cases): The Gucci iPhone & iPad Cases Add Elegance to Gadgets (Category: Luxury) Implication: The luxury fashion industry can explore partnerships with tech companies to create premium, fashion-forward accessories for electronic devices, like the Gucci iPhone & iPad Cases. - [Luxe Leather Tablet Covers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/raymond-hau-ipad-cases): Raymond Hau iPad Cases Range From Black Ostrich to Lizard Leather (Category: Tech) Implication: Companies in the fashion and accessories industry can tap into the growing demand for high-end tech accessories like tablet covers made from exotic and luxurious materials for tab… - [Studded Tablet Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-louboutin-cris-case): The Christian Louboutin Cris Case Boasts a Leopard Pony Aesthetic (Category: Tech) Implication: The fashion industry has an opportunity to tap into the tech accessories market and partner with technology companies to create stylish and functional products. - [Posh Tablet Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dolce-gabbana-sequined-leather-ipad-case): The Dolce & Gabbana Sequined Leather iPad Case is a Sumptuous Safe Keeper (Category: Luxury) Implication: The fashion and luxury industry can explore the potential of creating exclusive tablet accessories to cater to the growing demand for fashionable tech products. - [Illustrious Ipad Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-choo-ipad-case): The Jimmy Choo iPad Case Adds a Bit of Style to Your Tech (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Fashion accessory companies can expand their product lines to include high-end tech accessories that have the same level of style and luxury as their traditional products. - [High-Fashion Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/louis-vutton-iphone-4-cases): The Classy Louis Vutton iPhone 4 Cases Add Luxury to Smartphones (Category: Art & Design) Implication: Fashion retailers can explore the integration of technology into their products by developing high-fashion tech accessories like the Louis Vutton iPhone 4 cases. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - 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