# Quirky Nostril Covers The 'Nose Case' for iPhone is an Oddball Accessory By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-07-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nose-case-for-iphone References: [bitrebels](http://www.bitrebels.com/technology/pick-my-nose-quirky-iphone-44s-nose-case/) & [japanesegiftmarket](http://www.japanesegiftmarket.com/PGDesign-Designer-Silicone-iphone-4-4s-case.aspx) The 'Nose Case' for [iPhone](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-case-2) case may seem a tad strange, but surprisingly offers incredible functionality. Offering both a stand with the nostril function behind the phone and the ability to hold your phone in a convenient way, the Nose Case is a hilarious new cover to keep your beloved technology safe. Since it offers functionality and design with this [brightly colored soft case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salvador-dali-x-casetify), the Nose Case, or as Bit Rebels refers to it, the 'Pick My Nose' case is a smart design and has a lot of character. Available for $12 from Japan, the Nose Case offers a cheap thrill and the perfect gift opportunity for anyone in your life that loves a bit of a gag gift. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## 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 - **Oddball Phone Cases:** There is a growing trend for phone cases that are designed for humor and novelty rather than functionality, providing opportunities for new designs and materials. - **Personalized Phone Stands:** There is a trend towards phone cases with integrated stands that can be personalized with unique designs, opening opportunities for customization and personalization services. - **Human Body Parts as Phone Accessories:** There is a trend towards phone accessories that incorporate human body parts as a novel and eye-catching design element, offering opportunities for new and creative phone accessories. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Phone Accessories:** Phone accessories manufacturers can create new product lines that appeal to consumers seeking humor and novelty in their phone cases. - **Gift and Novelty Items:** Retailers specializing in gag gifts and novelty items can add the Nose Case and other quirky phone cases to their product lines. - **Personalization Services:** Companies offering personalization and customization services for phone cases and accessories can leverage the trend towards personalized stands to attract new customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fashionable Inflated Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-case-2.md) - [Playful Custom Tech Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charm-phone-case.md) - [Scent-Encapsulated Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aroma-scent-phone-case.md) - [Imperceivable Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nakey-smartphone-case.md) - [Multifunctional Magnetic Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/torras-upro-ostand.md) - [Ketchup Packet Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heinz-phone-case.md) - [Transforming Smartphone VR Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porket-vr-phone-case.md) - [Multifunctional Stealthy Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ostand-spin.md) - [Personalized Emoji Tech Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memoji-case.md)