Most of us rotate our shoes, swap out our handbags, and change our jewelry to match an outfit – but our phone case? It’s usually the same one, every single day. This is a missed style opportunity! Your phone is one of the most visible accessories you carry, yet it’s often treated like a purely practical item rather than part of your look. If you’ve only got one case, consider this your sign to branch out!
Today’s phone cases aren’t just protective shells – they’re mini style statements. They come in bold colors, playful patterns, and sleek textures, and feature add-ons like lanyards, wristlets, and grips that double as both functional and fashionable accessories. Having a small collection lets you switch things up like you would with shoes or earrings, instantly improving an outfit without buying anything new.
We rounded up a FabList of phone accessories that instantly level up your outfit with zero effort. Note: MagSafe is a built-in magnetic system that lets your phone snap onto accessories for a quick, secure connection with no cords or clips. Be sure you have a MagSafe phonecase if you’re buying magnetized accessories (wallets, chargers, magnetic mounts)!
Enjoy!
Chrissie & Joanne
Cases:
Burga: So many fun colors and patterns from which to choose! They are having a buy 4, pay for 2 promo right now!
Casely: Tortoise, strips, plaid, polka dots, flowers, etc. Something for everyone!
BaubleBar: If you’d like to personalize your case with names/initials, BaubleBar can do most anything! Note: These cases are not MagSafe-compatible.
Shutterfly: Make your case truly personal with a photo of your family, dog, etc.
Bellroy: Bellroy makes cases crafted with leather from gold-rated Leather Working Group tanneries, or a leather alternative, in a variety of colors. Many options from which to choose! We like this simple leather case.
Quince: FabList’s favorite direct-to-consumer brand offers leather cases at a fraction of the cost of others.
Wallet Cases That Hold Cards In the Back:
Smartish cases are great if you like to store your license and credit cards on the back of your phone. They have a little mechanism that keeps the cards from slipping out. Chrissie and her husband have used this case for years.
Bellroy: Bellroy (see above) makes a leather wallet case that is tres chic!
Flip Open Wallet Case:
This is the Swiss army knife of phone cases, with a stand function that adds convenience for movie-watching, a magnetic clasp to keep it closed and protected, four credit card slots, and a larger money pocket, making it a wallet. FabLister Jen V. has used this for years!!
Cross-body Lanyard Cases:
Lanyard cases are a great way to keep your phone secure and on you at all times (perfect for travel when you don’t want it in your back pocket and running errands). Some turn your phone into a purse by adding a wallet on the back. Straps are usually easily removable. If you’re just buying the strap, without a case, make sure it comes with an attachment feature.
Bandolier: The original luxury crossbody phone case and accessory brand. There is a limitless variety of items and even a collab with Jones Road – a case with a matching magnet mirror and patent leather lipstick pouch! The classic Hailey has an adjustable, detachable strap with an expandable side-slot wallet to keep cards, cash, and more right where you need them. They have an endless supply of leather colors and strap options with clip-ons for AirPods, lipstick, mirrors, and more.
Ossa: Jo’s current favorite for a beaded cross-body phone cord. Choose pearls, wooden beads, gemstones, and more.
And for a traditional cord/rope lanyard that comes in so many different colors, try these!
Quince: Just released a new case with a (easily removable) cross-body strap in high-quality leather with a slot for cards in the back. Chrissie just got it for an upcoming trip and is loving it so far (and she added a stick-on PopSocket to the back!). The strap is super easy to remove.
Wristlets:
If a cross-body strap is too much, a wristlet is a good choice to keep your phone close and prevent it from dropping. Ossa has some great beaded options, and J. Crew has this chic tortoise wristlet.
Additional Accessories:
Wallets: Add these to the back of your phone to hold credit cards, a driver’s license, and some cash. Some are magnetized, if you have a MagSafe case, and others stick on if you don’t have a MagSafe phone case.
PopSocket Magnetic Wallet: This handy wallet magnetizes to your phone and includes a PopSocket for easy gripping and to stand up the phone while you watch videos.
Grippy: If you want a suction so you can go hands-free to film or take photos, this is the product. The suction cups securely fasten to any clean, flat, glossy surface like mirrors and windows.
Ring & Kickstand: This reduces the chances of you dropping your phone and also works as a kickstand so your phone can stand on its own – great for hands-free watching.
PopSockets: Once you use this, you won’t go back! This phone holder (available in magnetic or stick-on options) doubles as a stand and provides a secure, one-handed grip for texting, selfies, and everyday use.
PopSocket PowerPack: You can also get a magnetic power bank with a PopSocket to ensure your battery doesn’t run out, as well as the magnetic PopSocket with a card case that we mentioned above.
We’d love to hear about any of your favorite phone accessories! Click below to leave us a comment, or email us anytime at hello@fablist.co.
