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The Couture Case: 12 Designer Styles Under $55.00

April 10, 2013 By Lena

Years ago, the easiest answer to finding an affordable designer piece was the ever-popular change purse. Fashion conscious – yet budget savvy – 20-somethings visited the likes of Louis Vuitton, Coach and Marc Jacobs in droves, opting for the least expensive (yet most logo-heavy) item in the store.

Later that night, at a bar, resto-lounge or club, those 20-somethings would pull out their Louis Vuitton change purse and feel very en vogue. Can’t afford an LV Lockit GM? Never mind. You have a change purse. Covered in the LV monogram. Translation: You can afford the finer things in life. Sort of.

Today, frugal fashionistas have given up on the change purse and have opted to show their love for designer goods via their phone; sales of designer iPhone cases have skyrocketed since 2010. But unlike the diminutive change purse, I love haute couture phone cases because a) they’re generally very affordable, b) allow you to express yourselves through patterns and colour, and c) can be shown off way more consistently – think about how many times you reach for your phone every day, plus, you would never place your change purse on a table at Starbucks!

And so I’ve decided to round up my favourite designer iPhone cases, all under $55.00. They’re a combination of logo chic, pretty florals, bold lines and party girl spectacular. Why not show your love for couture – on your ear?

Top Row L-R: Tory Burch Kelsey Perforated iPhone Case, $50.00; Marc Jacobs Graffiti iPhone Case, $38.00; Diane von Furstenberg In Lips Silhouette iPhone Case, $40.00; Coach Poppy Stamped C iPhone Case, $38.00

Middle Row L-R: Kate Spade Picnic Floral iPhone Case, $35.00; Michael Kors Vanilla iPhone Case, $38.00; Betsey Johnson Cherry iPhone Case, $34.00; Juicy Couture Gelli Palm Tree iPhone Case, $28.00

Bottom Row L-R: Ted Baker Apple Lona iPhone Case, $55.00; Jonathan Adler Circle Ornaments iPhone Case, $26.00; Paul Frank Julius iPhone Case, $15.00; Henry Bendel It’s My Party iPhone Case, $38.00

Do you have a favourite? What does your cell phone case look like? 

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: couture, designer accessories, designer iPhone cases, frugal fashionista

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  1. Anne Taylor

    April 10, 2013 at 11:18 am

    I like the Ted Baker case in the bottom row the best! My cell phone looks like a cell phone lol, no cover, no nuttin! These are all great looking really!

    • Lena

      April 10, 2013 at 2:44 pm

      Oh Anne you need a cover for your case! It’s like going out without lipstick on :)

  2. Nicole W.

    April 10, 2013 at 11:29 am

    Awww, so pretty! I like the Diane von Furstenberg, although I think they look like little red birds more than lips!

    I am IN LOVE with my iPhone case! I splurged on it last summer in Taiwan, it’s black with a shimmery blue design, and a few swarovski crystals on it. It’s so (subtly) sparkly and pretty!

    • Lena

      April 10, 2013 at 2:45 pm

      I too thought they were birds at first, until I saw the description. Your black and shimmery blue case sounds divine!

  3. amy lovell

    April 10, 2013 at 12:13 pm

    these are awesome! Right now I dont have a case for my phone,

    • Lena

      April 10, 2013 at 2:49 pm

      Maybe this will provide you with some inspiration to get one, Amy! :)

  4. Lisa H

    April 10, 2013 at 1:49 pm

    I had to pick the Ted Baker Apple Lona as my fav out of these. I dont have an Iphone but my Motorola is rocking a pink and white floral case

    • Lena

      April 10, 2013 at 2:49 pm

      Ooohh… love pink and white! My phone case right now is pink and white too, the Breast Cancer Awareness version.

  5. Soozle

    April 10, 2013 at 7:38 pm

    Ahhh! That Betsy Johnson case is ammmmmazing :-D

    My current case is a cartoon panda. $1 Ebay. :-)

    • Lena

      April 11, 2013 at 9:24 am

      THAT is a bargain! Tweet me a photo!

  6. Sophia

    April 11, 2013 at 2:32 am

    Hmmm…..some tough choices here. I think the Tory Burch and the Marc Jacobs cases are my fave!

    • Lena

      April 11, 2013 at 9:25 am

      Great picks!

  7. Debbie Bashford

    April 11, 2013 at 9:46 am

    I still don’t own a cell phone, but if I did, I would want a fancy cover, one with some bling I think.

    • Lena

      April 19, 2013 at 9:09 pm

      Debbie! How have you gone so long without owning a cell phone! I don’t know whether to give you a high five or shake my head :)

  8. Josie.K.

    April 11, 2013 at 10:05 am

    I heart the Ted Baker one….so pretty!!! Mine is the black Saffiano Leather case from Coach…simple, chic..but doesn’t express my personality at all…may be time for a change…Spring IS here (well sort of :-S )…I feel inspired! Thanks Lena!! ;-P

    • Lena

      April 19, 2013 at 9:10 pm

      Oooh…. love the Saffiano Leather. Good choice – but I can see why you’d like a little more colour!

  9. Angie

    April 11, 2013 at 11:42 am

    I love the DVF case, where can i purchase it?

    • Lena

      April 19, 2013 at 9:13 pm

      You can buy it from dvf.com – but shipping will set you back $25 :(

      You can also buy it from any major retailer in the US – Nordstrom, Bloomingdales or Saks – check out their shipping prices, they may be more forgiving.

  10. Kat E.

    April 12, 2013 at 4:39 pm

    LOVE the floral Ted Baker Apple Lona iPhone case! Mine is snow leopard right now

    • Lena

      April 19, 2013 at 9:14 pm

      Ooooh… love it! Snow leopard!

  11. Victoria Ess

    April 13, 2013 at 1:36 pm

    My favourite is the Marc Jacobs case. Currently, I have a plain black gelskin case.

    • Lena

      April 19, 2013 at 9:14 pm

      I think it’s time to switch it up with a bit of colour, Victoria!

  12. Holly

    April 14, 2013 at 9:20 pm

    I have a Kate Spade Black with white polka dots case for my galaxy s2. I love it! These cases are cute. Love the Betsey Johnson Cherry case!

    • Lena

      April 19, 2013 at 9:14 pm

      Oooh love that Holly! Sounds divine!

  13. Darrah Bailey

    April 15, 2013 at 2:49 pm

    THOSE are really AWESOME!

    • Lena

      April 19, 2013 at 9:14 pm

      :) I’m glad you think so!

  14. Jen

    May 1, 2013 at 9:49 am

    Cool designs!

  15. mrdisco

    May 4, 2013 at 8:49 pm

    I stick with a carbon fiber case for the strength and durability it offers

  16. Judy C

    June 8, 2013 at 10:27 am

    My cell phone case is just plain black :( Guess I need to accessorize it one of these days

    • Lena

      June 8, 2013 at 12:30 pm

      Yes, I definitely think you need to bling it up Judy!

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