Want a high level of protection while still looking trendy? The Poppy sleeve from GYMSPacific is just the thing you'll need. The most noticeable thing is the poppy, which looks great in any of the four colors available.
On the surface, the Poppy MacBook sleeve is made of a thicker neoprene than most of the other sleeves. This means it can protect your MacBook in a much harsher environment. Despite the extra thickness in material, GYMSPacific has managed to keep the weight of the sleeve at a minimum. You won't notice the weight difference when compared to the other sleeves. If you don't like black, you can get the Poppy MacBook sleeve in pink, bluebell and gray.
Internally, GYMSPacific has added an extra layer of foam, in addition to the thicker neoprene on the outside. In conjunction with the thicker neoprene on the outside, both layers together provide the best protection when compared with other similar products, which is why we highly recommend it. The foam layer is extremely smooth, and through daily use, will not harm the surface of your MacBook.
The zippers cover more than half of the sleeve's edges, so you will have no problems taking out or putting your MacBook back. The inside of the zipper has a guard lining, which further acts to protect any scratches to your MacBook. Asthetic-wise, we think that the black zippers actually complement the colors very well. Combined with the poppy as well as the tiny text at the top, we say this MacBook sleeve is certainly looking the part.
If your Poppy sleeve has coffee stains on it, or if it begins to smell, you can wash it. The neoprene and foam will easily take both water and soap, so you can always keep it in tip-top condition. Although neoprene does take a wee while to dry, washing your MacBook sleeve will remove any (questionable) odors, should they build up. Plus, it keeps your MacBook clean too!
Although GYMSPacific was only founded recently in February 2003, the company is quickly becoming a design house of high end neoprene bags and accessories. They specialize in digital media and mobile computing accessories, bags and backpacks for the home, school and office. GYMSPacific designs are inspired by clean and sharp lines, functional use, protection, comfort and wearability. The company maintains the highest standard and quality of workmanship with its product line as well as its custom and private label orders.
You will find that the Poppy sleeve fits every single MacBook/MacBook Pro/PowerBook. The huge variety of sizes means that no one will be left out. On the other hand, if you own a Windows-based laptop, there are three different sizes to choose from. These are small (11"x9"x1.08"), medium (13.4"x 11"x1.08") and large (15.7"x11.4"x1.08"). Those are the interior dimensions, so simply measure your laptop to decide the best size.
Check this out if you're looking for a good amount of protection.
| Retailers | Price |
|---|---|
| GYMSPacific MacBook Poppy Sleeve 13-inch (eBag.com) | $35.00 (Buy Now) |
| GYMSPacific MacBook Pro Poppy Sleeve 15-inch (eBag.com) | $35.00 (Buy Now) |
| GYMSPacific MacBook Pro Poppy Sleeve 17-inch (eBag.com) | $35.00 (Buy Now) |
