# Leather Smartwatch Docks The Hard Graft Apple Watch is Made of Premium Leather By Malika Renee Butss | Published 2015-12-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hard-graft-apple References: [highsnobiety](http://www.highsnobiety.com/2015/12/02/hard-graft-apple-watch/) & [hardgraft](http://www.hardgraft.com/collections/applewatch) The Hard Graft Apple Watch charging dock is a lush charging station which displays functionality and luxurious design. Formally known as a leather goods company, Hard Graft has tried their hand at tech to accessorize the ever popular Apple Watch. The charging dock features Hard Graft's signature leather and wool on a stylish pad that offers an integrated compartment for the watch’s magnetic charger. In addition to charging the Apple Watch, this docking station also acts as a chic place to rest mobile phones and other accessories. Hard Graft has also designed an Apple Watch Token, which is a small cut of leather that covers the magnet that attaches to the watch protecting the wearer from scratches and other damages. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 65% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Luxury Charging Accessories:** An opportunity for companies to create high-end charging accessories with premium materials for both functionality and design. - **Wearable Tech Accessories:** A trend towards wearable tech accessories that blend in with personal style while still providing functionality. - **Protection Accessories:** An increasing awareness for the need of protection accessories for expensive tech products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Accessories:** A trend towards luxury fashion accessories for tech devices opens doors for fashion companies to break into the tech industry. - **Smartwatch Accessories:** A growing market for stylish and functional smartwatch accessories provides opportunities for companies to offer customized and personalized options. - **Consumer Electronics:** The demand for protection and charging accessories for electronic devices creates opportunities for diverse companies to enter the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Timber Smartwatch Charging Mounts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charging-apple-watch-stand.md) - [Laser-Cut Acrylic Charging Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/electric-trout.md) - [Timber Technology Power Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apple-charging-station.md) - [Contemporary Magnetic Device Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-charger-stand.md) - [Clock-Style Smartwatch Chargers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/otterbox-2in1-power-bank-with-apple-watch-charger.md) - [High-End Design Smartphone Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magsafe-iphone-stand.md) - [Stylish Dual-Device Charger Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomad-base-one-max.md) - [Luxe Triple-Device Charging Docks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twelve-south-hirise-3-deluxe.md) - [Electronic Device Leather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pad-quill.md)