Cases for the Macbook AND Macbook Pro

I need to buy two cases:

one for a macbook

one for a macbook pro.

the macbook case is for my mom, so it should be targeted towards girls if possible; feminine case. the look and fashion statement of the case is more important than protective ability - it will be treated safely even inside of the case.

the macbook pro case should be functional to put my laptop in to carry around college my college campus.

edit: also possibly interested in "sleeves" or other protective casings that aren't necessarily considered "cases".

 

check out this place. there are really SO many cases available from so many places thats its kina turning into a game of luck just finding the right one.

 

I'm also looking for a bag for my soon to arrive Macbook Pro. Anyone know a good place for a leather messenger bag that would hold my MBP and a few other things like notebooks, pens, and pencils for school?

 

For the MBP, I would highly recommend looking at Tom Bihn ( www.tombihn.com). They have an excellent case called the Brain Cell (available in both horizontal and vertical orientations), which is designed to "clip" into a variety of other bags they sell (messenger style, backpacks, etc.).

Their stuff is a bit on the pricey side, but the protection is incredible, and the overall quality is second to none.

A few others to look at that specialize in MB and MBP cases are:

http://www.booqbags.com
http://www.sfbags.com

For more affordable cases, Incase and Brenthaven are worth looking at.

-Zadillo

 

i found one tailor made for the macbook. thank you for the tip.

still hunting for the macbook pro- i don't know exactly what style i want.

also- i might not have made it clear. i want one tailor made for the 15" macbook pro; not just a general laptop bag.

 

Honestly, between tombihn.com, sfbags.com and booqbags.com, I think you'll find something that might strike your fancy.

A few others to look at would be:

Brenthaven
Crumpler
http://www.iskin.com/soho/
Marware
http://www.axio-usa.com/

Finally, here's a guide with links to all companies that make specific MacBook and MacBook Pro cases:

http://guides.macrumors.com/Buying_a_Mac_Laptop_Case_or_Sleeve

 

thank you zadillo.

 

No problem.

And actually, yeah, take a look at marware.com's stuff; I hadn't looked at what they were making in a while, but it seems like they have some new cases that look pretty cool, and I've read they do a good job of protection.

 

What do you guys think of that Sportfolio Deluxe by Marware?

Anyone have one?

If so, can you fit a mouse in there? (along with the usual extras like the power cord, an iPod, etc.)

 

I would recommend the Brenthaven fusion messenger bag. http://www.brenthaven.com Its reasonably priced, offers protection designed for the MBP, stylish, and has a lifetime warranty.

 

Actually, the Brenthaven Prolite II looks like it might work nicely.

 

Never seen one in person, but I can say I've been very impressed with the quality of Marware products I have purchased (their macbook protection kit thing, and various iPod cases).

That inside picture view makes it seem like you probably could stick a mouse in there, even though there might not specifically be a pocket for one.

 

Yeah, I think you're right.

So far I like this one and this one the best.

 

Yeah, I think you'd be in pretty good shape with either one. If one doesn't work out, you could always return it and get the other.