Posts by :

    Trendspotting: Animal Accessories

    November 6th, 2012

    It’s official – the fashion world has gone wild. While we have seen animal prints on the runway for quite some time now, the trend is evolving into actual wild accessories.  More and more we are seeing the animals of the jungle wrapped around wrists, clasping clutches, or even hanging around the necks of the fierce and fashionable.

    Whether you play the trend quirky with a wide-eyed owl necklace or primal with a commanding snake bangle, there is a way for everyone to wear these wild embellishments. So go ahead, run wild – it’s only natural.

    The Creature Case Giveaway!

    Tell us your favorite animal (elephant, monkey, panda, etc.)! 

    We will then randomly select three of you to win an Ellie Creatures Case for the iPhone 5! Contest begins 11/6/2012 @ 1:00 pm EST and ends 11/9/2012 @ 1:00 pm EST! 

    Here’s how to play: 

    1. Tweet us your favorite animal at @CaseMate.
    2. We will tweet the winners on 11/9 at 1:00 pm EST. You will then need to direct message us your email address and we will contact you with details.
    3. If you don’t have a Twitter account, you can also leave your answer in the comments below.
    4. Lastly, before you participate, read over our Social Terms & Conditions. This contest is open worldwide.

    No Comments "

    Tweets of the Week

    November 5th, 2012

    Our followers have done it again – check out these awesome tweets below and be sure to follow us at @CaseMate if you aren’t already!

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    No Comments "

    Trendspotting: Leather

    October 31st, 2012

    Leather, leather everywhere – there wasn’t an article of clothing that you couldn’t find in leather this season on the runway. Sure, leather is usually associated with a harsh, rock-chic vibe, but now this fall favorite is being paired with more delicate pieces, such as a sweet lace dress or feminine polka dots for a softer, more versatile look. We all have that classic leather jacket in our closet, but this fall go further by upgrading other staple items with a touch of leather.

    Example – a little black dress is great, but a little black leather dress is even better. The clean lines and luxe quality of the fabric vamp up the traditional look and give your wardrobe another dimension. Leather leggings are also a great way to put a spin on that classic pair of black skinny jeans. Dress it up with a blazer or go casual with an oversized sweater, either way it will make sure you are right on trend.

    While wearing multiple leather pieces may seem risky, when done right it can be both a flattering and fashionable addition to your personal style.

    The Madison Quilted Case Giveaway!

    Tell us your favorite leather clothing item (leather jacket, leather skirt, leather boots, etc.)! 

    We will then randomly select three of you to win a Madison Quilted Case for the iPhone 5! Contest begins 10/31/2012 @ 3:00 pm EST and ends 11/2/2012 @ 3:00 pm EST! 

    Here’s how to play: 

    1. Tweet us your favorite leather clothing item at @CaseMate.
    2. We will tweet the winners on 11/2 at 3:00 pm EST. You will then need to direct message us your email address and we will contact you with details.
    3. If you don’t have a Twitter account, you can also leave your answer in the comments below.
    4. Lastly, before you participate, read over our Social Terms & Conditions. This contest is open worldwide.

    No Comments "

    Tweets of the Week

    October 29th, 2012

    Once again our followers came through with these awesome tweets that made our week! Check them out below and be sure to follow us at @CaseMate if you aren’t already!

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    No Comments "

    Designer Spotlight: iomoi

    October 24th, 2012

    Fashionable phone cases have become one of the key accessories needed to complete your outfit — and Case-Mate has partnered with a number of award-winning designers and brands to create a unique line of print cases for different occasions.

    One of our most popular collections is from the luxury lifestyle brand iomoi. Founded by couple Irene Chen and Matthew Grenby, iomoi is defined by “a timeless aesthetic with a modern twist and a wink.” Its offerings, which include stationery, desk accessories, handbags, and decor accents — are elegantly bold, charmingly bright, and above all, fabulously fun. Their incorporation of animals and bright hues work together to form bright, eye-catching designs that allow your case to stand out as one of a kind.

    The iomoi Twitter Giveaway! 

    Tell us which of these two (2) cases is your favorite and you could win them both!  

    We will randomly select one of you to win both the iomoi Zebra Heart Case & the iomoi Cheetah Stripe Case for the iPhone 5! Contest begins 10/24/2012 @ 3pm EST and ends 10/26/2012 @ 3pm EST! 

    Here’s how to play:

    1. Tweet us which case is your favorite at @CaseMate. 
    2. We will tweet the winner on 10/26 at 3 pm EST. You will then need to direct message us your email address and we will contact you with details.
    3. If you don’t have a Twitter account, you can also leave your answer in the comments below.
    4. Lastly, before you participate, read over our Social Terms & Conditions. This contest is open worldwide.

    No Comments "

    Tweets of the Week

    October 23rd, 2012

    Check out these amazing tweets from our followers – they definitely made our week! We love hearing your feedback, so be sure to follow us at @CaseMate if you aren’t already!

    No Comments "

    Trendspotting: Wine Shades

    October 17th, 2012

    Wine shades returned to intoxicate the 2012 runway this fall season with hues ranging from bold red to deep burgundy. Merlot, Bordeaux, Cabernet and more were just some of the colors that came uncorked and found themselves in the collections of many designers including Tommy Hilfiger, Marc Jacobs, and Gucci.

    Like fine wine, these rich garnet reds are not only complimentary, pairing perfectly with camel and charcoal grey, but they also stand well on their own, being able to be worn as a monochromatic look. You can find these tones in virtually any piece from outerwear and dresses to shoes and accessories and it is even seen in one of the other popular fall trends – the red lip.

    So fill your closet (and glass) with some vino this fall and stand out with this classic color trend!

    The Red Glam Case Giveaway!

    Tell us you favorite red wine shade (burgundy, merlot, garnet, bordeaux, etc.)! 

    We will then randomly select three of you to win a Flame Red Glam Case for the iPhone 5! Contest begins 10/17/2012 @ 3:00 pm EST and ends 10/19/2012 @ 3:00 pm EST! 

    Here’s how to play: 

    1. Tweet us your favorite wine shade at @CaseMate.
    2. We will tweet the winners on 10/19 at 3:00 pm EST. You will then need to direct message us your email address and we will contact you with details.
    3. If you don’t have a Twitter account, you can also leave your answer in the comments below.
    4. Lastly, before you participate, read over our Social Terms & Conditions. This contest is open worldwide.

    No Comments "

    Tweets of the Week

    October 15th, 2012

    We love hearing feedback from our amazing followers! Check out some of the tweets that made our week and be sure to follow us at @CaseMate if you aren’t already!

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

    No Comments "

    Throwback Thursday: Slap Bracelets

    October 11th, 2012

    From jelly shoes and butterfly clips to Tamagotchis and Pogs, the 90’s produced some very memorable trends but none of those were quite as entertaining (and potentially dangerous) as the slap bracelet. Also called the snap bracelet, these plastic bracelets were a popular fad among children and teens of the late 80’s and early 90’s.

    What was not to love? Not only did they come in just about every color and design you could imagine, they were also a great distraction in class and a perfect way to annoy your friends. It was a sad, sad day when teachers started banning slap bracelets claiming they were dangerous after one student removed the bracelets covering and ended up with a nasty cut on her wrist. Let’s be honest – they really just got tired of us all snapping and re-snapping them over and over in class. The irony? The slap bracelet was actually invented by a teacher. Wooppss!

    Here at Case-Mate we miss the slap bracelet so we are here to bring it back in our own way. Check out our Snap Case for the iPhone 5 and iPhone 4/4S and reminisce about one of our childhood’s most awesome pop culture trends.

    The Snap Case Giveaway!

    When you think of the 90′s, you think of _____? Tell us! 

    We will then randomly select three of you to win a Snap Case for the iPhone 5! Contest begins 10/11/2012 @ 12:30 pm EST and ends 10/12/2012 @ 4:00 pm EST!  

    Here’s how to play: 

    1. Tweet us what comes to mind when you think of the 90′s at @CaseMate.
    2. We will tweet the winners on 10/12 at 4:00 pm EST. You will then need to direct message us your email address and we will contact you with details.
    3. If you don’t have a Twitter account, you can also leave your answer in the comments below.
    4. Lastly, before you participate, read over our Social Terms & Conditions. This contest is open worldwide.

    1 Comment "

    Trendspotting: Minimalism

    October 3rd, 2012

    There is something undeniably chic about the clean lines and simplicity of design that defines the minimalist trend that has been circling fashion and home decor for the last couple of years. While some may consider the neutral color pallets and streamlined tailoring a bit boring in concept, when worn right the look has been said to make you appear more intelligent and elegant.

    While the trend is both versatile and timeless, one of its most appealing characteristics is the way it calls attention to the element of design itself. Many clothing and furniture pieces stand beautifully on their own, and more and more we are seeing people opt for minimalism to allow that aesthetic to take center stage.

    This is increasing popular when it comes to technology. With the sleek and sharp designs of smartphones and tablets, people are choosing to highlight the phone itself and wear it without a case. The downside of this is that the phone is left without any protection from drops or scratches. Enter Case-Mate! We have created cases such as the Barely There Case and the Naked Case for the iPhone 5 to help you showcase your phones design while still protecting it from everyday wear and tear.

    The Naked Case Giveaway!

    When you think of minimalism, you think of _____? Tell us!

    We will then randomly select three of you to win a Naked Case for the iPhone 5! Contest  begins 10/3/2012 @ 2:30 pm EST and ends 10/5/2012 @ 2:30 pm EST! 

    Here’s how to play:

    1. Tweet us what comes to mind when you think of “minimalism” at @CaseMate.
    2. We will tweet the winners on 10/5 at 2:30 pm EST. You will then need to direct message us your email address and we will contact you with details.
    3. If you don’t have a Twitter account, you can also leave your answer in the comments below.
    4. Lastly, before you participate, read over our Social Terms & Conditions. This contest is open worldwide.

    No Comments "