Rutledge Bookbook is a leather MacBook case that looks like a 17th century book, giving old-soul Mac users an old school option for protecting their glossy MacBooks. The Bookbook collection of laptop cases is designed to look like a vintage leather-bound book and shield the laptop between a pair of hardback covers with a padded interior.
The Rutledge edition stands out in that it boasts a level of aesthetic detail missing from other Bookbook cases. Twelve South, the company behind the Bookbooks, developed a unique technique for finishing the leather that gives the Rutledge its beautiful, detailed look. The designers applied several layers of color and removed particular elements by hand, leaving a rich pattern of hues and tones.
The case includes dual zippers and elastic bands to slip over the display, meaning the computer can be safely used while still inside its case.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Vintage-inspired Laptop Cases
- There is an opportunity to create more vintage-inspired laptop cases that cater to old-soul users who enjoy the unique aesthetic of an old book.
- Customized Handcrafted Accessories
- Developing unique techniques for finishing leather can create a series of customized handcrafted accessories like cases or bags for laptops or tablets.
- Functional Fashionable Cases
- There is potential for creating laptop cases that are both functional and fashionable to meet the needs and style preferences of users on the go.
Where This Applies
- Technology
- The technology industry could benefit from expanding the accessories market with unique laptop cases like the Rutledge Bookbook that are designed for durability and style.
- Fashion
- The Fashion industry has an opportunity to integrate technology with their designs producing functional fashionable cases for laptops or tablets.
- Handcrafted Leather Goods
- Handcrafted leather goods businesses can leverage innovative techniques, like those used on the Rutledge laptop case, to design and produce high-quality and customized leather accessories.
