Leading mobile case manufacturer OtterBox, has debuted a range of cactus leather phone cases and Apple watchbands.
Following its debut at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas earlier this year, OtterBox says its smartphone cases and Apple watchbands crafted from nopal cactus, are now available for purchase. The cases and bands offer a leather-like feel while embracing the accessories company’s sustainability commitments.
The new line, named Symmetry Series Cactus Leather, was developed in collaboration with Adriano di Marti. The Symmetry Series Cactus Leather uses Mexico-based Desserto, a highly sustainable and environmentally friendly organic material. This innovation by Adriano di Marti uses Nopal cactus, a plant adept at thriving in harsh conditions without the need for frequent irrigation. The Symmetry Series Cactus Leather cases are designed to provide not only luxury but also durability, being resistant to wear, scuffs, and stains.
OtterBox CEO JC Richardson highlighted the company’s commitment to innovative and sustainable design. “OtterBox knows innovation occurs within every aspect of designing a product, including the materials,” Richardson said in a statement. “We’ve teamed up with Adriano di Marti to source this innovative cactus-based biomaterial that is durable, beautiful, and sustainable to create a product unlike any other for both brands. These cases look good, feel good and you can feel good about using it, too.”
Richardson called the Symmetry Series Cactus Leather the perfect blend of material innovation, protection, and style. “Working with the team at Adriano di Marti, makers of the plant-based Desserto material, we developed a case that offers both luxury and durability. This is also the slimmest Symmetry Series case we’ve ever made, while still delivering the trusted OtterBox protection everyone knows and loves.”
The Symmetry Series Cactus Leather Apple Watch bands offer comfort and breathability, perfect for all-day wear. Despite its luxurious appearance, the Symmetry Series Cactus Leather case maintains a 3X MIL-STD drop protection rating.
Adriano di Marti’s Desserto cactus farm is a model of environmental efficiency, absorbing significantly more carbon dioxide than it produces. The farm operates on a sustainable harvesting model, where only mature leaves are picked, allowing the cactus to regrow for future harvesting. The label has partnered with labels including Karl Lagerfeld and BMW.
Adrian Lopez Velarde, co-founder of Desserto, says the organic content and performance stabilization of the material has been optimized to deliver the next generation in both biomaterials and sustainable efficiency, and represents a shared commitment to sustainable innovation. “It is marking a significant step in redefining luxury design for mobile accessories with the use of Desserto,” he said. “The fusion of craftsmanship and premium aesthetics offers a statement piece to phones and smart watches, perfect for anyone who values both style and sophistication.”
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