# Swanky Tablet Covers These Leather iPad Sleeves Are Both Rugged and Sophisticated By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-05-07 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipad-sleeve References: [betterlivingthroughdesign](http://www.betterlivingthroughdesign.com/personal/leather-ipad-sleeve/) & [defybags](http://www.defybags.com/computer-sleeves/) Proudly American based company [Defy Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/defy-extreme1) developed these stylish and durable [full-grain leather iPad sleeves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/genuine-leather-case) as part of its 'Aesthetic Series. The bags are constructed out of combination-tanned, naturally occurring [Horween](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-leather-back) leather. The Aesthetic Series iPad sleeves are developed and constructed by artisans in a studio and not technicians in a factory -- and it shows. These leather iPad sleeves are hand-measured and hand-cut. This process gives each sleeve a unique look and feel, even though they all share the same simple and elegant aesthetic along with a rugged, durable form. Aside from being measured and cut by hand, the iPad sleeve's joints are stitched not once but three times over. This gives them added strength and durability and makes them extra-durable. The sleeves are available in several sizes and two colors, black and tan. They fit iPad 2 and iPad 3 tablets both with and without smart covers. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 60% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Handcrafted Leather Goods:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Embrace artisanal craftsmanship in the production of consumer goods to create unique, high-quality products. - **Sustainable Luxury:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine eco-friendly materials with premium aesthetics to cater to the growing demand for sustainable and luxurious products. - **Multi-functional Device Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design accessories that serve multiple purposes, enhancing the versatility and convenience of electronic devices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate artisanal techniques and sustainable materials to create fashionable and eco-conscious accessories. - **Consumer Electronics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with luxury brands to develop high-end, durable accessories that enhance the functionality and style of electronic devices. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invest in eco-friendly manufacturing processes and materials to meet the rising demand for sustainable consumer goods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Leather-Accented Laptop Sleeves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/padded-laptop-sleeve.md) - [Dual-Material Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardgraft-5050-macbook-pro-sleeve.md) - [Electronic Device Leather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pad-quill.md) - [Briefcase-Style Tablet Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-flipbook-case.md) - [Luxury Leather Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxury-leather-slim-case.md) - [Fray-Free Fabric Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabric-laptop-case.md) - [Shock-Absorbing Laptop Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-5.md) - [Tactical Technology Protection Sleeves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tad-transport-sleeve.md) - [MagSafe Leather Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leather-iphone-case.md)