A smarter finish
Luxury here means the finish rather than the price: plated edges that shine like metal, a mirror back, a pearl pattern raised on the surface. These are cases for people who want a phone to look dressed up, for work, an evening out or simply because a plain case feels dull. On this page they are all phone cases for iPhone. Luxury is the word their makers use about the look, not a claim about how well they are made or how long they last.
How a product gets onto this page
Products are filed on this page by the words they use about themselves: a product whose own name or description says luxury, plated, plating, electroplated or premium is here. A product can be on more than one style page, and it stays in its own department too.
The luxury cases here
- A plated clear case: a shockproof clear case with a soft silicone bumper whose edges are plated, so the phone's colour shows through a shining frame.
- An electroplated pearl pattern case: soft silicone with a raised three-dimensional pearl pattern and a plated finish, listed for iPhone 13 to iPhone 18 Pro Max.
- A magnetic charging case with a large window, MagSafe-compatible, with an open window on the back.
- A mirror case with a plated finish: a shockproof acrylic case whose back works as a mirror. See mirror cases.
For more cases in this spirit, see luxury cases and leather cases.
What plating is
Plating, or electroplating, is a thin metal coat laid on the surface of a case, which is usually plastic or silicone underneath. It gives the look of polished metal without the weight of a metal case. Being a surface coat, it is best looked after: wipe it with a soft, slightly damp, lint-free cloth rather than anything rough. To finish the look, a metal chain strap or a crystal charm goes well with a plated case, and the gold and silver page gathers metal-coloured accessories. To match a watch, a metal link strap in the colour of the plating finishes the set.
Questions people ask about luxury style cases
Is a luxury case tougher than an ordinary one?
Not because of the word. Luxury is about the finish. Some of these cases are sold as shockproof; for the strongest drop protection, look at tough and shockproof cases. The guide to choosing a phone case explains the difference.
Will it fit my iPhone?
Each case lists the iPhone models it fits as choices on its page. Choose your exact model, because cases for the Pro, Pro Max and standard models differ.
How long does delivery take?
Delivery is included in every price and tracked to your door. Each product page says when it usually arrives.
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