I recently switched to an iPhone and have been on the hunt for a unique cover to protect the new toy. I am not a fan of glossy covers, or bright colors and I sure didn’t want some swirly pattern on it either.

As I casted my eyes along the Apple store wall, I came across the Griffin+Chilewich collection and immediately fell in love. Designer Sandy Chilewich collaborated with Griffin Technology to develop a trademarked basketweave woven textile cover for the iPhone 3G and 3GS. It reminds me so much of linen and the play with texture gives it a luxurious feel. Together, they have seamlessly married function and design.

It’s available exclusively at the Griffin website, the Apple store and the MoMA Design Store. $44.95 CDN ($39.99 USD).

Sunny Shum, Your Industry Insider

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