The most important accessory that any owner of a Macbook can own is a protective sleeve. As awesome as they are, they are also expensive and you need to look after your investment. The great news is that a high quality sleeve doesn’t have to cost a lot of money, it is an investment that you can’t afford not to make! On this page we take a brief look at a few of the sleeves that we consider to be the very best laptop sleeves for MacBook Pro 13 inch. To buy any of these sleeves simply click on the hyperlinks or the product image.

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Caselogic PAS-213 13-Inch Macbook Neoprene Sleeve

Case Logic laptop sleeves are always high quality, are always on best selling lists, and are always available at great prices. The PAS range is their only one tailored specifically to fit a MacBook like a glove, these neoprene sleeves offer a decent level of protection against bumps, drops, dust, dirt, and even against the elements – neoprene is a water resistant material!

Unlike some other Case Logic sleeves the PAS range is only available in one color, the black that you can see left. A convenient external pocket stores your charger and accessories. The PAS-213 normally retails at $39.99 but can typically be found on Amazon for under $20 with free shipping!

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iLuv Mini Laptop Sleeve for 13″ MacBook Pro

If your looking for something much less straight and conservative then check out these awesome 13 inch Mac sleeves by iLuv, also suitable for most other 13 inch laptops (if buying for a laptop rather than a Mac then check dimensions!). iLuv mini laptop sleeves are not only sold in black (as pictured left) but also in blue, green, grey, orange, pink (pictured below), and in a very feminine pink floral design.

These water resistant neoprene sleeves are sufficiently padded to protect against all but the most serious of drops, whilst a second interior pocket is perfect for your charger and accessories.

You should never place any accessories into the same pocket as your laptop, the result is scratches! Two small pockets on the exterior provide room for your other gadgets such as SD cards, your cell phone, and perhaps even credit cards, train tickets, boarding passes, etc. Customer reviews have been mostly very positive. These sleeves normally retail at $29.99 but can be found on Amazon for just $15 with free shipping!

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Be.ez 100699 LA robe Sleeve for Macbook 13.3

Be.ez LA robe sleeves are up there with the best rated laptop sleeves on the market, the 13.3 inch Macbook sleeve range has an average customer rating of 4.5 out of 5 across almost 200 customer reviews! These soft memory foam sleeves offer a great level of protection against damage caused by bumps and drops, and will keep your Mac clear of highly damaging dust whilst not in use.

The lack of a second pocket makes these sleeves insufficient for use alone when travelling, as you shouldn’t place your charger or accessories in the same pocket as your Macbook, instead this sleeve is intended to be used inside another laptop bag, any rucksack, or perhaps a laptop tote. There are an astonishing 20 different colors and patterns to choose from, far too many to list! LA robe sleeves usually retail for $34.99 but can be had for as little as $24.99 with free shipping from Amazon, where we found most colors selling for their best online price!

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LaCie Coat 13-Inch MacBook Carrying Case

If your looking for something that will help you stand out in the crowd then the LaCie coat might fit the bill, these sleeves have been designed by famous architect and designer Sam Hecht! A double layer of neoprene protects against bumps, drops, and other impacts, whilst a suede lining protects against micro-scratches. An inside accessory pocket stores your charger and accessories.

The LaCie coat is available in five colors, and Amazon stock three – orange (pictured left), pink, and black. They are sold on Amazon for just $19.99 with free shipping!

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Case Logic QNS-113 EVA Molded MacBook Pro Sleeve

We don’t want to overload you with Case Logic products, the next sleeve featured is made by the brand too, but they do make awesome products and the Case Logic QNS-113 really does bring something else to the table here! This molded EVA sleeve is half sleeve and half case, pretty much a laptop sleeve with handles! With excellent customer reviews, this popular case will offer a high level of protection against accidental damage whilst looking sleek and professional – perfect for those with office jobs!

Almost all Case Logic laptop sleeves have excellent customer ratings yet are sold at mid-range prices, a Case Logic QNS-113 can be yours for under $20 with free shipping from Amazon with three colors to choose from – black, blue, and magneta.

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Case Logic LAPS-113 13.3 inch MacBook Sleeve

We finish off we another Case Logic product, the LAP range is a simple yet highly effective and highly rated sleeve made from 6mm foam. The Case Logic LAPS-113 MacBook Sleeve 13.3 inch is available in three colors – black, red, and tannin, and usually retails at $29.99.

Buy from Amazon however and this sleeve can be yours for as little as $17 with free shipping. We would probably choose the PAS-13 featured at the top of this page however, which for around the same price offers a similar level of protection but has an external pocket for your charger and accessories!

A 17 inch MacBook Pro will fit into pretty much any of the sleeves featured on the page Best Laptop Sleeves for 17 inch laptops, especially neoprene sleeves because they are form fitting and will stretch to fit. There are however a number of laptop sleeves that have been marketed as specifically for 17 inch Macbook systems, often with minor adjustments to dimensions in order to offer the perfect fit. On this page we take a look at some of the very best laptop sleeves for MacBook Pro 17 inch.

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Case Logic PAS-217 17-Inch Macbook Neoprene Sleeve

Case Logic makes fantastic low priced laptop sleeves for all standard laptop sizes, tablets, netbooks, and for pretty much every gadget that you can think of, so we were delighted when they released a range intended solely for use by Mac owners. The Case Logic PAS range is available in 13 inch, 15 inch, and 17 inch sizes, each of which are tailored specifically for use by owners of MacBooks.

These sleeves are made from neoprene (that’s wetsuit material) and are form fitting so stretch to provide a perfect fit. These sleeves are only available in black, as pictured left, and can be had for a little over $20 with free shipping from Amazon despite a normal retail price of $44.99!

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Brenthaven Ecco Prene III Sleeve For Macbook 17 Inch

Now for one of our personal favorite sleeves, the Ecco Prene III sleeve is made from a material which feels and works like Neoprene but is actually 100% recyclable! Some sleek finishing touches make this sleeve extra stylish, particularly the unique looking chrome-like double zips and the leather accents.

Ecco back this sleeve with a 25 year guarentee, so it should in theory last about five times longer than your laptop! You can buy the Brenthaven Ecco Prene III macbook sleeve for around $34.95 with free shipping. A business would need to have an incredible amount of faith in a product to offer such a long warranty, so that speaks volumes for the quality that you are getting for the money.

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17 inch Café in Paris Notebook Sleeve for MacBook Pro 17 inch

If your looking for something quirky and unusual then this Cafe in Paris notebook sleeve by MyGift might fit the bill! This form fitting neoprene sleeve will fit the MacBook Pro perfectly, but will also fit most other 17 inch laptops too. A two way zipper provides easy access to your laptop at all times.

This sleeve has had mixed reviews, but the only negative that has really been shared by customers is the odd smell when they open up the packaging for the first time! Be prepared to let it air for a day or two before using! This sleeve will cost you a little over $15 with free shipping, which can be considered good value for money.

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iLuv 17″ Macbook Pro Sleeve

To finish off we have great pleasure in introducing the iLuv, a sleeve which will appeal to those who like to have bright things in their life! This sleeve is available in pink, black, and gray from Amazon where they are sold far below the price that you can expect to pay offline! A great feature is a second external pocket into which to store your charger and accessories, making this sleeve perfect for short trips to your local cafe or library without the need for another bag.

Two smaller exterior pockets are perfect for smaller things such as keys, cards, flash drives, and SD cards. Click on the color that interests you the most to see the exact current Amazon prices.

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BUILT Cargo Laptop Sleeve Large 17″

Let us introduce you to BUILT NY, makers of some of the most unique laptop sleeves on the planet! This is their BUILT Cargo design, available in 17 inch size (and perfect for a 17 inch MacBook Pro), head over to our feature on Built NY laptop sleeves to see more from their fantastic range of products. These sleeves are made from extra-thick neoprene, a water resistant and durable material which will stretch to fit your laptop for the ultimate in protection against bumps and drops.

BUILT Cargo sleeves are also sit with a small number of laptop sleeves which can be considered checkpoint friendly, meaning that you don’t have to remove your laptop from the sleeve when passing through airport security, they are stain resistant and machine washable so will last for longer, and despite a normal retail price of $39.99 can be yours for around $30 with free shipping from Amazon. These sleeves are available in a wide range of colors in other sizes but only the black sleeve is stocked in 17 inch size on Amazon.

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Targus Impax Sleeve for 17-Inch MacBook Pro

We finish off with another excellent Mac sleeve, Targus Impax sleeves are relatively new to the market but already have some positive reviews and have been known to sell out on Amazon! A double wall of neoprene and cushioned fleece lining provides a fantastic level of protection to your MacBook, enough to protect against all but the most serious of impacts.

Each rounded corner has special protective corner bumpers too, a nice touch! Neoprene is a water resistant material, in fact it is the same material used to make wet suits, so these sleeves will also protect against the elements. Available in black, red, and blue, and in 13 inch, 14 inch, 15 inch, and 17 inch sizes, the Amazon price is just $19 with free shipping despite a normal online and offline retail price of $37.99!

The most important accessory that any MacBook Pro owner can invest in is a sleeve, your Mac is expensive and worth protecting. Just take a moment to think about how you would feel if you were to scratch that beautiful shell or even worse drop your Mac on the floor and seriously damage it. Thousands, probably tens of thousands, of people damage their Macs every year because they simply have purchased a protective sleeve. There isn’t really any excuses either, there are cheap MacBook sleeves on the market as there are expensive luxury MacBook sleeves. On this page we take a look at a few of the very best 15 Inch MacBook Pro sleeves on the market to suit a modest budget.

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Caselogic PAS-215 15-Inch Macbook Neoprene Sleeve

Case Logic truly are the kings of affordable laptop sleeves, producing a sleeve for pretty much every laptop size, as well as sleeves tailored especially to fit MacBooks! This is the 15 inch MacBook version of their simple yet popular PAS range. These durable neoprene sleeves offer a great level of protection against accidental damage and are also water resistant.

The external pocket is perfect for your power cable and accessories, making this sleeve perfect for travel too. These sleeves have a usual retail price of $39.99 but can be found at the best price on Amazon where you will pay less than $20 with free shipping, that represents great value for money. To see more of the Case Logic range check out our page dedicated to Case Logic laptop sleeves.

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be.ez 100779 LArobe Sleeve for 15.4 -Inch Macbook Pro

If your hoping for something a little less conservative but within a similar price bracket then check out these awesome LArobe sleeves by be.ez, available in eleven cool colors! These are made from a soft memory foam material for a superb level of protection, and can be used as standalone protection or as additional protection in another bag.

These sleeves cost between $29.99 and $34.99 depending on design, the best place to buy is Amazon where you benefit from completely free shipping! Amazon stock this sleeve in black, blue, chocolate, green, pink, black & wasabi, black & white, cinnamon, moka, pepper, and an interesting multi color stripe design!

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Marware Sportfolio Sleeve 15 Inch MacBook Pro Case

Now for something very different, this Marware Sportfolio sleeve can be considered….. well, sporty? This hugely popular sleeve comes in only these colors but is one of the highest rated MacBook sleeves on the market. On Amazon, for example, it has an average customer rating of almost five stars out of five across well over 50 customer reviews.

Constructed mainly of neoprene, a soft lining offers greater protection against micro-scratches, whilst a convenient built in pocket is the perfect size for your iPod, a cell phone, or some other essential accessory! This sleeve usually sells for $29.99, a price that it could justify, however it can be found for less than $20 on Amazon.

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Radtech Sleeve for 15-Inch MacBook Pro

Next up is our personal favorite, the sleek Radtech sleeve! This super light and super slim sleeve is elegant and super stylish.

Made from a unique fabric called Optex, a highly protective material exclusive to Radtech, this sleeve will offer a high level of protection despite being having almost no bulk, particularly as it is designed to fit a 15 inch MacBook Pro like a glove.

The Radtech has a normal sales price of $24.95 but can typically be found at a discount on Amazon.

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Built Neoprene Reversible 15-Inch Sleeve for MacBook Pro

If you like quirky things and to stand out in a crowd then you could do a lot worse than to look at the range of Built NY laptop sleeves, these produce two of their iconic patterns in a 15 inch size designed specifically for owners of 15 inch MacBooks! These highly protective neoprene sleeves are reversible, the Scatter Dot design featured left for example has a plain blue reverse. The other design available in this size is Nolita Stripe (shown below right) which can be converted into a plain pink sleeve.

These Built NY sleeves are highly popular and normally retail for $39.99, if you buy from Amazon however they can be yours for as little as $20 with free shipping! An awesome price for a great product, simply click on the image of the sleeve that takes your fancy. These sleeves also have a couple of awesome unique selling points, they are checkpoint friendly laptop sleeves and are also machine washable!

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Rasfox 15″ MacBook Pro Cappuccino Sleeve

New to the market are these great value Rasfox Cappuccino sleeves for 15 inch MacBook Pro’s, which are available in pink or black in 13 inch size is stocked only in black by Amazon for 15 inch Macs. A generous slab of anti-impact memory foam lines these sleeves, protecting against bumps and drops, whilst a plush faux-fur lining offers additional protection against micro-scratches.

A heavy duty double zip allows for easy access, whilst an additional layer inside the sleeve protects against scratches caused by the zip (a problem with some other sleeves). Despite being relatively new to the market the Rasfox Cappuccino has already been selling quick and currently has a perfect five star average customer rating! Yours for $24.99 with free shipping.

The MacBook Air is an awesome little netbook, but it is also an expensive investment, will become important to you, and will need protecting against wear and tear! This is where a specially made form fitting sleeve will come in, you simply must own one if you don’t want to risk accidental damage and don’t want your brand new Air looking like an antique within a few months.

Owners of the 11″ MacBook Air are little more limited than those shopping for 13″ MacBook Air sleeves, particularly as manufacturers are also able to market the larger sleeves towards owners of a 13″ MacBook pro. That said, there are some absolutely fantastic sleeves available and on this page we take a look at the most incredible of them all!

In the unlikely event that you can’t find the sleeve for you on this page then you may want to check out standard 11 inch netbook sleeves, any of which will likely be perfectly capable of offering a decent level of protection protection for your MacBook Air. To check out the Amazon product listings for any of these sleeves simply click on the product images!

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Leather Envelope/Sleeve for Macbook Air 11-Inch

One of the most popular sleeves on the market is this fantastic FT&B genuine leather envelope sleeve! These ‘envelopes’ are so realistic that you will need to look twice whenever putting something in the post tray in the office! These are specifically tailored for your 11 inch MacBook Air, so will fit perfectly for the ultimate in protection. Made from premium leather, but with a soft lining to protect against micro-scratches, this sleeve looks super.

The red string is primarily for decoration, it isn’t needed to seal the sleeve shut, but you can tie it up for maximum effect! The envelope sleeve is a surefire way of gaining attention from fellow Mac owners! These sleeves have a list price of $39.99 but are typically available for just $29.99 on Amazon where they are sold with free shipping.

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rooCASE Super Bubble Neoprene Sleeve for Apple MacBook Air 11.6

Click to buy in blue

Now for one of the highest rated sleeves on the market, in fact probably THE highest rated MacBook sleeve on the market, the rooCASE super bubble neoprene sleeve.

This water resistant sleeve has been designed especially for use with the 11.6 inch MacBook Air and features a special shock absorbing soft foam interior.

Click to buy in red

The external pocket for the storage of your power cable and accessories makes this sleeve perfect for use independently and without the need for another bag or backpack!

Now for that customer rating, it has an astonishing average customer rating of 5/5 across almost 50 reviews! This sleeve is available in a variety of different trim colors including the blue shown above, the orange shown to the right, pink, red, and green.

It has a list price of $39.99 but is typically available for half that price on Amazon with free shipping, simply click on the color that you want to see the current price!

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Case Logic UNS-111 11.6-Inch Mac Book Air Sleeve

Now for something entirely different, an 11 inch sleeve which has handles! This sleeve and carry case hybrid is designed for those who would like a sleeve which enables them to travel light, an exterior pocket on the back of the sleeve is suitable for the storage of your power cord and a few small accessories such as a USB flash drive.

Case Logic sleeves are always well received by the marketplace, and this one is no different with an awesome average customer rating of 4.5/5 across over 20 reviews at time of writing! This sleeve can be found at it’s best online price on Amazon, which happens to be well under $20!

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BE.EZ LA Robe Sleeve for MacBook Air 11″ 2010 or newer

These ultra-trendy BE.EZ Robe sleeves are designed specifically for the MacBook Air 11″ (2010 models or newer) and use Low Resilience Polyurethane technology to protect your netbook from damage. BE.EZ LA Robes are available for many different laptop sizes, with over 25 colors in total available! This particular sleeve, the 11 inch MacBook Air version, is available in three colors – Marine & Azur, Marine & Pink, and Marine & Yellow.

The memory foam used to produce these sleeves wrap around your laptop to provide a snug fit, effectively molding itself to your netbook to offer an outstanding level of protection. These sleeves are not only highly effective but also look incredibly stylish too.

Amazon customer reviews have been fantastic – out of over 40 customers who have left reviews, just one has left a review of less than four stars out of five. BE.EZ LA Robe’s have a retail price of $24.99 but can typically be found at a discount with free shipping from Amazon.

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Hard Candy Cases MacBook Air 11″ Bubble Sleeve

We finish off with something special, the Hard Candy cases Bubble Sleeve for MacBook Air 11″. Hard Candy cases make a wide range of ultra-stylish sleeves for most laptop sizes, but this one is the special 11″ MacBook Air version of their signature bubble design. This case is made from molded EVA-foam and features rubber bumpers for the ultimate in protection.

A soft interior protects against micro-scratches and dust, and helps to keep your MacBook looking clean. Customer reviews have been very complimentary, as they usually are with Hard Candy products, many consumers leaving reviews on Amazon have noted that the materials appearto be of very high quality – and that’s because they are! This is a designer product and as a result you pay more money than you would for most other sleeves, but at $49.95 with free shipping it is a fair price.

Of all the accessories that you could buy for your Macbook Air, the single most important one will be your protective sleeve, even if you don’t intend to take advantage of the fantastic portability you should still take any means possible to protect your expensive investment. A great laptop sleeve will protect against scratches, dents, and in many cases even the potentially catastrophic damage which can be caused by a drop.

MacBook Air 13″ owners have a huge amount of choice when it comes to laptop sleeves, they could for example take their pick of any laptop sleeve made for 13″ laptops. This article focuses on something very different, these are sleeves which have been designed especially for the MacBook Air, these sleeves are ultra-trendy with typically quirky and creative Mac owners in mind! If you happen to own a MacBook Air but still have to go to work suited and booted, then you may prefer the more conservative options on the other article! If you have somehow stumbled across this page as the owner of an 11″ MacBook owner then you will need to head over to the page covering 11″ MacBook Air sleeves.

Despite not being a Mac converts ourselves, we still use PC’s, we consider this selection to be the most varied and most stylish on the site! In fact, it makes us want to ditch all our bulky black laptop sleeves and buy a MacBook Air! To check out any of these products on Amazon simply click on the relevant product link, we almost always find that sleeves are available at the best online price on Amazon which is why we only use Amazon on this site.

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Incipio Technologies Sleeve Case for Apple Macbook Air

We absolutely love these highly simple yet highly unique sleeves by Incipio Technologies, these are really sleek, almost acting as a file for your MacBook! These cases are form fitting, fitting your MacBook Air like a glove to offer a valuable protective against wear and tear as well as dust and grime.

The interior is lined with soft suede to protect the shell against micro-scratches, and even helps to clean your MacBook each time you slide it in! This sleeve is ultra-lightweight and slim, no added bulk and no noticeable weight gain.

The Incipio Technologies MacBook Air sleeve is available from Amazon with a list price of $29.99 but typically available for significantly less than that when purchased from Amazon, colors available include red, pink, black, beige, and gray.

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Macvelope, MacBook Air Envelope Case!

Now for our absolute favorite, the Macvelope! This is a genius idea, and one of the most popular MacBook Air sleeve on the market. Not suitable for those who Interoffice Memo Envelopes in their office! This tough yellow vinyl sleeve looks just like a real envelope and woudn’t look out of place in a post tray!

The interior is a soft nylon, and it has a full length velcro closure which is backed up with an envelope style string! The use of the string is of course optional, but looks fantastic for that authentic envelope effect! This is a high quality durable product and is backed up by a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee; as it happens the vast majority of customers are satisfied when buying this product, as emphasized by the significant number of positive customer reviews on Amazon.

The 13″ Macvelope, which is also suitable for the 13″ MacBook Pro, has a list price of $29.99 but is typically available for a little more than $20 from Amazon.

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Paul Frank 13 Inch MacBook Sleeve

If your looking for something a little quirky then you might like these great 13 Inch sleeves by Paul Frank, which have been tailored specifically to fit a 13″ MacBook Air or MacBook Pro perfectly! This form fitting neoprene sleeve will add no extra bulk whilst offering a great deal of protection against cosmetic damage such as scratches as well as keeping damaging dust away from your laptop components.

The interior has a super soft lining to protect against micro-scratches. The double zipper pulls are Paul Frank branded, a nice touch! Paul Frank is a popular American cartoonist and designer, in case you didn’t know, and all of his stuff ends up looking highly stylish!

These colorful sleeves are available in two colors, the red shown above and the black shown on the right. They typically retail at around $40 but prices fluctuate slightly, so head over to Amazon to see today’s price!

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Speck PixelSleeve 13-Inch MacBook Air for 13-Inch MacBook Air

These Speck PixelSleeve sleeves for MacBook Air are brand new to the market for 2011 but have already had a hot reception and numerous positive customer reviews. We love these sleeves, they are simple yet manage to be highly stylish at the same time, a textured neoprene exterior is appealing to the eye, nice to touch, and most importantly offers a high level of protection against damage. Thanks to a zipper free design these sleeves are checkpoint friendly, no need to remove your Air from the bag before passing airport security!

Speck PixelSleeves aim to be light and slim, and they have certainly achieved that, you won’t notice any extra bulk or weight when carrying your MacBook Air. A micro-fleece inner layer offers additional protection against scratches and helps to keep your MacBook clean each time you slide it in and out! The PixelSleeve is available in three colors from Amazon - black (pictured above left), aubergine (pictured right), and peacock – and despite a normal list price of $34.95 can typically become yours for between $24 – $29 with free shipping on Amazon.

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Hard Candy Cases MacBook Air 13″ Bubble Sleeve

To finish off we have something a bit special, this is our favorite 13 inch MacBook sleeve, but it is one for those who aren’t shopping on a tight budget because at $49.95 it certainly isn’t the cheapest option available to you! It is however worth every penny, these sleeves have the WOW factor, but are also made from top quality molded EVA foam with fitted rubber bumpers for the ultimate protection against major bumps and drops.

Customer reviews have been mostly excellent on Amazon, with many customers complimenting Hard Candy Cases on the quality of the construction. A soft interior protects against micro-scratches and dust, as well as keeping your Air clean. People who invest in Apple products usually do so because they like stylish things, they are certainly getting something stylish when they invest in this product.