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# Printed Smartphone Pouches
Paul Smith Creates Wicked iPhone 4 Cases With Retro Designs

By Francis Tiangson | Published 2011-03-03 | Tech
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-smith
References: [selectism](http://www.selectism.com/news/2011/03/02/paul-smith-iphone-4-cases/) & [liberty](http://www.liberty.co.uk/fcp/product/Liberty/Paul-Smith-Mens/Union-Jack-iPhone-4-Case,-Paul-Smith-/62602)

These Paul Smith leather [iPhone 4](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-4-concept) cases are stellar mobile holders with [fantastic prints](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesel-x-casetify) that give them a vintage retro feel. Currently, there are two designs available, one featuring a contemporary cassette print and the other featuring a scrunched up Union Jack flag print.

Both these Paul Smith cases are 100% leather with contrasting purple lining. The cassette case has a black backing while the Union Jack case is paired with a stunning deep purple. The branding on each piece is elegant and simple, with the Paul Smith signature logo embossed on the bottom of cases.

If you're looking for a simple and classy way to carry around your iPhone 4, look no further than these two [leather pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-bioveg-collection) by Paul Smith.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.6/10
- Popularity: 20% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## 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

- **Retro Smartphone Cases:** Entrepreneurial designers should consider creating vintage-style cases for smartphones.
- **Designer Smartphone Accessories:** Creatives should expand their product lines to include stylish and distinctive smartphone accessories.
- **Leather Smartphone Cases:** Leatherworkers should capitalize on demand for high-quality and well-designed smartphone cases.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Fashion Accessories:** Fashion accessory companies should consider expanding their product offerings to include designer smartphone cases.
- **Leather Goods:** Leather goods manufacturers have an opportunity to tap into the market for high-end smartphone cases.
- **Phone Accessories:** Entrepreneurs focused on smartphone accessories can create distinctive and stylish cases and pouches to complement the devices.

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