# Style Event Skins Craig Redman's iPhone 4 Case for Colette, Incase & Fashion's Night Out By Tiana Reid | Published 2010-08-25 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/craig-redman References: [chipchick](http://www.chipchick.com/2010/08/fashions-night-2010-iphone-4.html) & [goincase](http://goincase.com/blog/2010/08/23/incase-x-colette-x-darcel-disappoints/) Artist Craig Redman has used his signature 'Darcel Disappoints' character for the special edition Fashion's Night Out 2010 iPhone 4 Incase for Colette. With only 300 pieces available, don't sleep on this mega collaboration. Incase's traditional slider case is a perfect fit for Craig Redman's quirky and fun design that includes both Paris' Eiffel Tower and the American Statue of Liberty -- now how's that for synergy? **Implications** - With the number of people that own smartphones these days, consumers are looking for new ways to stand out from the crowd. iPhone cases are just one way for individuals to be unique with otherwise conventional purchases. Companies would be wise to consider how simple designs on traditional products can appeal to customers wanting to stand out. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 25% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Limited Edition Collaborations:** Collaborating with artists to create exclusive and limited edition smartphone cases appeals to consumers looking for unique ways to stand out. - **Quirky Smartphone Case Designs:** Creating smartphone cases with quirky and fun designs, such as Craig Redman's 'Darcel Disappoints' character featuring both the Eiffel Tower and the American Statue of Liberty, can attract customers looking for unconventional designs. - **Personalized Smartphone Accessories:** The popularity of smartphone cases provides an opportunity for businesses to offer personalized designs that cater to individual customers' tastes and preferences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can collaborate with artists to create exclusive and limited edition smartphone accessories. - **Fashion and Apparel:** Fashion and apparel companies can create smartphone cases with quirky designs that align with their brand's style and aesthetics. - **Customized Gifts and Accessories:** Businesses that specialize in customized gifts and accessories can tap into the popularity of smartphone cases to offer personalized designs for customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Loved-Themed Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-x-keith-haring.md) - [Neo-Expressionist Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-1.md) - [Hit Show-Themed Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squid-game-x-casetify.md) - [Adorable Artist-Designed Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/javier-calleja-1.md) - [All-Black Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allblack-phone-cases.md) - [Fashionable Inflated Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-case-2.md) - [Stunning Sunrise-Themed Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-1.md) - [Smartphone Case Pin Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-smartphone-cases.md) - [Stealthy Collaborative Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-exhibition-collection.md)