Are you thinking about a designer iPod nano case for your 3G nano? I bought one yesterday and love mine.

The rest of us are carrying our nanos with us in the car, while we’re shopping, and outside in the world. We’re tired of worrying about the nano getting wet, hiding it in our pocket, and just plain feeling overly geeky while walking the blocks to work. Surely there’s a better plan.

Until a couple weeks ago I didn’t think about style for a nano. Then I saw my friend’s leather flip case and knew it was time to find something new.

Inexpensive and Okay:

A simple start is to try a “leather look” case with a flip top. They come in a variety of colors and can be found for under $10. If you’re on a tight budget this is a good start.

A small step up is the Kroo Manhattan faux leather. It has red topstitching to make it a little more memorable. Still, not the statement I was looking for when I was shopping.

Next step up: The Cloe Dao. The skull and crossbones version wasn’t quite the image I wanted for my iPod nano- though maybe it’d be perfect for a young guy. The pinstripe colored one actually looked pretty cool for weekends-I may still go back and buy it. I was looking for something a little more reserved for work.

Middle-of-the-Road:

For a great mid-range price, try the Sena Pullino case. The leather on this one is real and the velvet lining protects against scratches. I like the fact that the case fits the nano snugly — some cases are just too loose. It’s simple, elegant, and well-made.

Two other mid-price designers to consider are Marware and Pacific Designs. They both make a good variety of multi-purposes cases. Marware even has a leather flipcase that’s reasonably priced.

Serious Style:

If you like the glittery look (evening?) check out the Gilty Cotoure 3G nano case. It comes in silver or gold plating, with Swarovski Crystal accents. The crystal accents frame the screen and control wheel. Surprisingly tasteful and still special. If you have a 8Gb nano, this case is just slightly less than the cost of your nano. But then, you weren’t concerned about that anyway were you?

My favorite for the work week is the Difusi case with snakeskin and napa leather. I also like the magnetic clasp. Also a plus: the price is around $40.

If you own the old style (2G) nano, you have some great choices by Coach, Dior, and Prada to review. I was hoping for a Coach case for my new 3G nano, but they don’t seem to have one yet. I’ll look again around Christmas.

I love my Difusi 3G nano holder. It’s a nice designer case conservative enough for being near my office building but still has a “something special” look. I think I’ll buy a Cloe Dao next month for my play time too.

You have a lot of options for finding your own special 3G iPod nano designer case. Enjoy, and express your own style.

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