Happy Friday Pettigrew Crew!
I was thrilled when the {very innovative} people of Carved reached out to me and sent me one of their amazing phone cases to review. Carved specializes in wood carved phones, but they also dabble in materials like shell and even recycled skate boards. {that’s kind of awesome}
I had planned on choosing one of their wood cases, but instantly fell in love with the New Zealand Paua Shell case and decided to choose it instead.
I was happy to receive this fun and creative package in the mail and when I saw the little square of shell peaking out I couldn’t wait to open it.
Inside the packaging there were some little paper goodies for me. I’m a sucker for the little personal touches don’t ya know? I appreciated the stickers, info cards and photographed thank you card. I love the thought that goes into the customer care of well run small businesses. I’m a fan.
The inside of the case is black on the bottom and has the Carved logo with signatures of the artists and the website.
The back of the case is this gorgeous New Zealand Paua Shell that just does magical things when it reflects light. So many beautiful colors and I’m a color addict. It’s true.
The texture of the shell is nice too. It feels slightly rustic and organic. {which I love} I will say though because there is no material covering the shell, I hope that the delicate material of the shell can stand up to my iphone abuse. Fingers crossed!
The front of the case is clear and simple, which I prefer in a phone case.
I also wanted clear sides because I have a rose gold phone that can be seen underneath the case. I chose the rose gold because I loved the color and my previous phone case covered it up almost completely. So this was a score.
The top and bottom of the phone is mostly open with the case protruding on the sides for protection. As you can see this isn’t the most heavy duty {super protector} phone case, but it’s the kind of case that I gravitate towards. It’s not bulky or heavy and has a sleek, streamline feel. Carved has a traveler series that looks like it offers more protection.
Here’s a wood case I had my eye on.
Can you believe this case is made with recycled skateboard?
Final Thoughts:
I’m smitten with this phone case. It just puts a smile on my face and makes me happy. It fits very well on my iphone 6 plus phone and I can tell the people at Carved took their time making sure the fit for each type of phone was perfect. It also snaps on easily and feels pretty light.
On the Carved.com website you can also choose a feature to help design a customized phone case with graphics of your choosing. Pretty sweet.
Overall, I think Carved is a stellar brand with a strong work ethic & amazing creativity and it shows in their cases. Below is a short little video about Carved that I thought was fun and done really well, so I decided to include it.
Style Buzz: What do you think of these amazing Carved cases?
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That case is gorgeous!!!!! I think I need one! 😍
Great idea. Such a beautiful case!
Oh my goodness, these are all so neat! They are like works of art!
I agree. They really are beautiful!
What a fun case!
A great gift too!
These cases are spectacular. I’d pick the shell case too. 🙂
It was too pretty to pass up!
Wow these cases look amazing!!
-Nicole
https://alternativedressing.wordpress.com
They’re pretty special.
WoW this case Looks amazing. The unique color combination is definitely an eye catcher. I love it. Great review 🙂
Thanks. It was such a fun review to do! I’m addicted to color.
Your case is beautiful! I have a few people on my list that would love one of their cases. Thanks for the gift idea!
That’s great. It’s such a fun gift and can even be personalized for that person!!
I never heard of this brand before, but I love the design of the case. The color is beautiful! Just perfect for the holidays. X
You should watch the video. They’re a great small business. Really good for the holidays for sure!
I love the design and colour of the case
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I followed your blog as well!
Thank you
This is beyond the cutest case. I love it.
Isn’t is just adorable?! They have some other great shell cases too!
I’ll have to check them out.
This is a such a lovely case. Lovely. xx
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Thanks! It’s my fav.
I just fell in love😍. You picked the prettiest one!
They’re so creative, love their style. Might as well get one😊.
Ana,
http://www.365beautytips.com
It is a beauty. Yes, Carved is pretty awesome. Hope you like your new phone cover as much as I do!
So beautiful *.*
Thanks
Those are some nice cases. Very beautiful. I’ll have to look at them when I get my new phone. 🙂
I’m thinkin’ stocking stuffer?? ha ha
Stocking stuffers for sure!
Oh my! I am on the hunt for some unique and stylish phone cases and I am definitely checking this out!
Love to know which one catches your eye!
what gorgeous and unique phone case!
http://www.layersofchic.com
It really is one of a kind.
Awesome review! I am in love with your phone case as well. I may need to add it to my Christmas list.
I think it’s the perfect Christmas List item.
Perfect timing! I have to buy a new phone and believe it or not the case is what stresses me out most when I change phones! The one you chose is just gorgeous and I love how you said you are a color addict. Me too!
OK, I can’t tell if it took my last comment or not but as a fellow color addict, this case is amazing! Makes my eyes sparkle!
Yes! Heart eyes all the way.
One of the many reasons I love purchasing from Small Businesses (: the phone cases are beautiful, I love the one that you chose it’s so unique.
I think my next one will have to be one of the ones where I get to help design a logo on it. Love that.
That does sounds lovely
Cool case! I love how the inside has the logo with the artist signatures 🙂
I agree. Such a nice touch!
Oh, such a beautiful and unique case! I like that sides are clear 🙂
I love that my rose gold phone stands out now!
SO gorg!!!! And I’m a total sucker for personal touches too 😉
It just makes for happier mail and I’m all about Happy Mail!
This case is gorgeous! I need one like this. I’m checking this now. Thanks bae!
Nice! Hope you find one you like!
The case is absolutely gorgeous indeed. It makes me want to go out and buy an iPhone just so that I can get such a cute case.
They do cases for android cases as well!
This case is so pretty– the iridescent shell is so eye-catching and works well with the rose-gold hue. Finding a case that didn’t cover up my rose gold iPhone was a bit of a challenge for me, too. I ended up getting a case that’s mostly clear and has cute strawberries.
Thanks for the wonderful, in-depth review!
Xoxo,
Emily
emilyhallock.blogspot.com
My pleasure as always. Your case sounds cute!
I’ve never heard of this brand. This case is absolutely stunning! I’m looking at one for my android!
They do android cases too!
I’ve never seen something as beautiful as this for the phone cover. I love paua and abalone. It’s quite an eye catcher! Jan D
wow, that’s really unique, so cute!
The shell is holding up really well!
Leah! This case is just too creative and looks totally different from all the ones I’ve seen. I love that you reviewed it and got to try it out for yourself. And their made in the USA which is awesome. Great review, love!
Danielle | FollowMyGut.com <3
Yes they are made in the USA I should update my post to mention that. I love that.
I love quirky things like this, and to get it from a small business is even better!
I love beautiful things!
OMG that is so gorgeous!
It’s my fav phone case ever!
Your photography is flawless! That case is so pretty too!
Thanks so much. Means a lot coming from a photographer like you!
So here we are a year later and I am wondering how well the New Zealand Paua Shell case by Carved held up? Was it durable or did the shell flake off? It is beautiful and is still available from Carved. I am wondering if I should order it.
After a year of using this case I have to say that I’m still just so smitten. It looks as lovely and new as the day I received it. I can’t change out my phone case for longer than a couple of weeks without missing this one and putting it back on. I mostly just use this one and love it so much! I will have to update this post with pics of how it looks today!