# Disguised Literature Cases The Stachebook Cover Charades the iPad as a Fine Book By Nikki Taylor | Published 2012-10-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stachebook-cover References: [kickstarter](http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/stacheandhyde/stachebooktm-where-fashion-and-technology-meet) Have your [iPad](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-flipbook-case) blend in with all your other textbooks as you head to class by using the StacheBook cover. This sneaky [iPad protector](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/esr-flip) is designed to look like an ordinary book in order to deter theft and keep your beloved touch screen device safe. The faux journal comes with a hardcover available in many different material finishes to match your outfit, and a white end-sheet that resembles a page from a novel. There is a Stache & Hyde red strip that lies under your iPad to help lift it out of the case, creating the appearance of a bookmark. This snazzy covering embraces style as well as functionality, letting you keep your love of books close to your heart even when you are using a portable electronic device. The StacheBook cover was created by Sofia Adawy and Mobolaji Akintunde from Stache & Hyde, and is a [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moft-dynamic-folio) project. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.7/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Disguised Technology Accessories:** Opportunity for innovation in creating disguised accessories for tech devices to enhance security and personalization. - **Blending Physical and Digital:** Innovative ways to combine physical and digital elements to provide a unique and seamless user experience. - **Fashion-tech Fusion:** Emergence of fashion and technology collaborations to create stylish and functional products. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to develop innovative and aesthetically-pleasing accessories to enhance the user experience. - **Publishing:** Potential for publishing companies to explore partnerships with tech companies to create unique book-inspired accessories for electronic devices. - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can explore collaborations with technology companies to create fashionable and functional tech accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Briefcase-Style Tablet Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-flipbook-case.md) - [Smartphone-Concealing Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gatbook.md) - [Mobile Reading Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/astropads-new-bookcase.md) - [Imitation Book Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novel-bookwallets.md) - [Shapeshifting Tablet Workstation Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moft-dynamic-folio.md) - [Multi-Fold Tablet Stand Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mageasy-lift.md) - [Makeup-Hiding Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elfs-cosmetic-security-line.md) - [Novel-Inspired Wallets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/book-wallets.md) - [Sleek Tablet Case Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryze-360.md)