# Perfectly Preppy Laptop Covers The Sal Phan Macbook Pro Case is Leather-Bound Beautiful By Jennifer Gosnell | Published 2012-06-28 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sal-phan-macbook-pro-case References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/people/Mclovebuddy) After purchasing a $1,000+ laptop, one of the first things you want to do is get a bag that will actually protect your expensive and invaluable purchase. Many students use their laptops as the primary form of notetaking, studying, research and communication, which means if it gets damaged, they’re out not only the money, but all their valuable information. The Sal Phan Macbook Pro case is a great solution to this. Not only is it [Oxford](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterresistant-laptop-sleeve)-inspired chic, but it is [leather accented](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bottega-veneta-tech-rubber-family-collection) against hand waxed canvas for a preppy, but-not-too-luxe looking accessory case that will protect your beloved laptop. For running around campus, the city or attending meetings, this is a great and easy slip-out [laptop bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterfield-designs-vitesse-backpack) that also has an awesome academic feel to it. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 96% | 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) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Protective Laptop Accessories:** Opportunity for innovative laptop cases and bags that provide both style and protection for expensive devices. - **Fashionable Tech Accessories:** Opportunity for accessories that combine fashion and technology, appealing to fashion-conscious consumers. - **Personalized Laptop Covers:** Opportunity to create customizable laptop covers that allow users to express their individual style. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion Accessories:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to combine fashion and technology in accessories. - **Technology:** Opportunity to develop advanced materials and designs for protective laptop accessories. - **E-commerce:** Opportunity for online retailers to offer personalized laptop covers and other tech accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dual-Material Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardgraft-5050-macbook-pro-sleeve.md) - [Leather-Accented Laptop Sleeves](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/padded-laptop-sleeve.md) - [Shock-Absorbing Laptop Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/casetify-5.md) - [Impact-Resistant Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impactresistant-laptop-case.md) - [Fray-Free Fabric Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabric-laptop-case.md) - [Luxe Leather Laptop Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/macbook-organizer.md) - [Opulent Designer Laptop Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/designer-laptop-bag.md) - [Book-Inspired Tech Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twelve-south-bookbook-caddysack.md) - [Electronic Device Leather Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pad-quill.md)