# Spooky-Chic Phone Shells The Skull-Studded Hard Case is the Perfect iPhone Accessory for Halloween By Marina Rotharmel | Published 2012-10-16 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skull-studded-hard-case References: [etsy](http://www.etsy.com/listing/111304174/textured-leopard-print-skull-studded?ref=cat1_gallery_34) Spookify your new iPhone 5 for Halloween with the Skull Studded Hard Case. The perfect way to get into the festive mood is by surrounding yourself with some creepy stuff, so why not grab one of these cool cases? This sweet [iPhone 5 case](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-16-cases) is hair-raising, but totally stylish. This neat shell comes from Ruth Howsam and can be found on her Everything Stops for T page. The Skull Studded Hard Case is made from plastic and is printed with a super fashionable leopard pattern. On top of that, it's adorned with 11 [metal 3-D skulls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dango-adapt-iphone-case). This is one frighteningly fantastic case that's sure to be a hit among any group of fashionistas. This isn't only a great piece for Halloween, it's one that would look great all year long. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Skull-studded Phone Cases:** Phone cases adorned with 3-D skulls for a spooky-chic look. - **Customized Phone Accessories:** Designing unique phone accessories for personal expression. - **Holiday-themed Phone Cases:** Creating phone cases for specific holidays and events. ### Where This Applies - **Phone Accessory Industry:** Innovating new designs and materials for phone cases and accessories. - **Fashion Industry:** Incorporating phone accessories as part of fashion ensembles. - **Gift and Souvenir Industry:** Providing customers with unique and memorable gifts, such as holiday-themed phone cases. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spooky Film-Celebrating Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-caviar-1.md) - [Gothic Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gothic-revival.md) - [Smartphone Case Pin Charms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-smartphone-cases.md) - [Sophisticated Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-smartphone-case.md) - [Stocking Stuffer Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tech21.md) - [Textured Alcantara Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hard-graft-fuzzy-iphone-case.md) - [Playful Custom Tech Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charm-phone-case.md) - [All-Black Phone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allblack-phone-cases.md) - [Chic Skeletal Smartphone Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dango-adapt-iphone-case.md)