So you've got this year's golden iChild and you're ready to swathe it in the right cover. While the uninitiated head straight to the Apple Store to buy the generic iPad Case you're looking for something with more flair, something with style. And we don’t blame you.
To help we've gone all Carson Kressley on your iPad and compiled a hit list of covers, cases and skins to take your new gadget from drab to fab in mere minutes. Are you after an iPad case that says, “Before I got on this bus I was disarming nuclear weapons with nothing but a wrist watch and a diaphragm”? We’ve got that and more.
The Ron Burgundy
Padova Leather iPad case, from US $209.
This bad boy shows that what you lack in compassion for wildlife you more than make up for with money and status. Pair it with a top-lip toupee and rest assured that ladies everywhere will know you're kind of a big deal.
The Jeneane Garofolo
iMaxi protective iPad case, US $35.
Nothing says menstruation more than this iPad cover - except maybe for Jeneane Garofolo. Built to look like a "sanitary napkin" (but minus the bumbling male who uses it to patch a leaky roof or entertain a kitten) this cover doesn't score high in style, but it does have wings for extra protection and comfort.
The Dude
ColaSac hemp iPad case, US $35.
The sad fact that you can't smoke this case is quickly forgotten when you realise that The Dude abides. Made from eco friendly hemp, this cover suits nature lovers and pot smoking bowlers alike.
The Jason Schwartzman
Book case for iPad, US $89.
Stack this next to your tatty copies of
Catcher in the Rye,
Are You There God? It's Me Margaret and
Life of Pi. Maybe next time Wes comes over for a frozen yoghurt you guys can doodle on the cover, you know, just for fun.
The Juno
GelaSkins iPad skin, US $29.95.
Express yourself through art and forget about the mediocre masses that don’t understand you. Choose from creations by
Audrey Kawasaki, Luke Chueh, Nanami Cowdroy and more – all guaranteed to turn your teen-angst frown slightly more upward.
The MacGyver
Hard Candy Street Skin, US $39.
Sure to survive car bombs, Molotov cocktails and radioactive rain this rubber case from hard Candy features shock absorbing TPU rubber and a snap on lid. Not just a case, this cover can easily be modified into a hovercraft or a non-stick fry pan. Handy.
The Jersey Shore
Ed Hardy Mini Rhinestone Decal, US $11.
Grab a juicy
Guido/Guidette and slap these babies all over your technologies! These rhinestone miracles come from Ed Hardy and guarantee you'll be looking fresh to death for the measly price of 11 bucks. Who knew such style could come at such a small price?