# Organic Svelte Bamboo Cases The New Grove Wood Smart Case is Sleek and Stylish By Farida Helmy | Published 2014-02-17 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wood-smart-case References: [tuaw](http://www.tuaw.com/2014/01/21/grove-wood-smart-case-for-ipad-air-100-natural-less-filling/) & [grovemade](http://www.grovemade.com/product/wood-smart-case-for-ipad-and-ipad-mini/) Give your iPad the makeover it deserves with this sleek and stylish [Grove](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-journalplanner-covers) Wood Smart Case for [iPad Air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/logitech-flip-folio) and [iPad Mini](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipad-mini-tablet). This beautifully handcrafted bamboo and sturdy maple Wood Smart Case is just as functional as it is beautiful—the smart svelte design also works as a stand. Using only organic natural materials, make sure you treat your iPad to this well designed lightweight case to add warmth and a rustic look to contrast the cold metal feel of the iPad. Designed by Portland-based company Grove (that specializes in handcrafted tech accessories), the Wood Smart Case is extremely lightweight, made of superior quality and looks chic. So if you’re looking to deck out your iPad with awesome accessories look no further. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Organic Ipad Cases:** The use of organic and natural materials in iPad cases presents an opportunity for companies to tap into the environmentally-conscious consumer market. - **Handcrafted Tech Accessories:** The popularity of handcrafted tech accessories provides a disruption to mass-produced tech gadget cases. - **Sustainable Design:** The demand for sustainable design in tech accessories presents a lucrative opportunity for companies that prioritize environmentally-friendly practices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can capitalize on the trend of handcrafted and organic tech accessories to appeal to a growing market of eco-conscious consumers. - **Fashion and Design:** The trend of sustainable design in tech accessories presents a unique opportunity for fashion and design companies to create functional and stylish tech accessories. - **E-commerce:** With the rise of e-commerce, companies can easily reach a broader market for handcrafted and sustainably-designed tech accessories. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Biodegradable Earbud Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incipio-organicore.md) - [Briefcase-Style Tablet Workstations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pitaka-flipbook-case.md) - [Compostable Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecoblvd-mojave-collection.md) - [Eco-Friendly Hardwood Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardwood-accessories.md) - [Elegant Laptop Elevators](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grovemade.md) - [Compostable Polymer Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bellroy-bio-phone-case.md) - [Sustainable Smartphone Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-13-case.md) - [Sleek Tablet Case Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ryze-360.md) - [Impact-Resistant Laptop Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impactresistant-laptop-case.md)