These sleek cases are like leather gloves for your MacBook

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These handmade leather sleeves are the ideal companion to any MacBook.
These handmade leather sleeves are the ideal companion to any MacBook.
Photo: Harber London

This post is presented by Harber London.

MacBooks are workhorse machines, but they’re also luxury items. The consideration that goes into their design and form is just as much a reason for owning one as their performance. So when you get a case — and you should definitely get a case — you should be aware that some are better fit for the MacBook look and feel than others.

Harber London makes leather MacBook cases that are some of the classiest we’ve seen. Their cases are made of soft, vegetable-tanned cowhide leather, lined with wool felt that makes for a soft, compact cushion. With a slim, tailored design, each sleeve is made to fit your laptop like a glove without adding bulk.

Material matters in leather MacBook sleeves

The Slim is Harber London’s best-selling MacBook sleeve. It’s modest but classy, a warm counterpart to the cool MacBook metal.

Handmade in Spain with understated stitching, the Slim MacBook case comes in four leather finishes: brown, tan, black and navy blue. Like your laptop, it’s made to be taken everywhere. Unlike your laptop, time will mature and age these sleeves in ways that add to their aesthetic appeal.

A leather MacBook sleeve like no other

The tanned leather surface of Harber London's MacBook cases age and mature, unlike your laptop.
The tanned leather surface of Harber London’s cases age and mature, unlike your MacBook.
Photo: Harber London

Leather makes for a much better grip than neoprene or other common case materials, so drops seem less likely. Plus it looks (and smells) a lot better.

Usually, it’s the flash of silver when a MacBook is pulled out that catches the eye. With these leather MacBook sleeves, people might get caught ogling the case instead.

The wool felt lining is another appealing feature. Harvested from sheep, it’s a renewable and eco-friendly material that coddles and protects your MacBook while it’s in the case. It’s raw and unwoven, so it can’t be pulled apart. It also repels static, which is great for electronics. Additionally, it’s moisture-resistant, self-extinguishing and just plain nice to touch.

Harber London MacBook case: A worthy investment

MacBooks are for people who get a kick out of craft. Getting a case that adds another layer of character is appealing. The fact that these quality cases add protection is a bonus.

MacBooks are money, so why not keep them in a worthy wallet while elevating your personal style?

The Harber London Slim Leather MacBook Sleeve Case starts at $82, and is available for most models, from Pro to Air. (You can also get a case for a Dell XPS laptop if that’s your thing.)

Check out the entire Harber London collection to see which case carries your computer best.

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