The iPad sleeve business must be doing well

I cannot believe that I did not think about a bag for my iPad until now.  I could have used this reason to cheat the diet a long time ago...... but not if I wanted the LV sleeve that comes in classic monogram and graphite damier, which isn't out until 2011.  I've seen different prices reported so far, but it should cost something like $365.  I just don't know if I want it.  Well I definitely want it, but I love my iPad more and want to protect it a little better.

First of all, I need a case that serves as an adjustable stand.  Depending on app that you are using, you will need different angles and views (horizontal/vertical).  So the case has to be versatile, safe, and of course aesthetically pleasing.  

I went with this white leather booklet for only $25 on Amazon versus ones at the store that are plain, ugly, and $50.  Do please note, there is not a lot of padding here.... but that was exactly what I was looking for, which leads me to the second accessory for additional protection.

For slightly less than the LV sleeve, I could have a beautiful and well-made Rebecca Minkoff Heartthrob $330.

I checked the dimensions and it fits like a glove.  The iPad is 9.5" x 7.5" and slimmer than my Blackberry Bold.  Tons of shoulder bags this season would accommodate perfectly.  (Notice how the word love is inside glove?  Yeah, it means nothing.)

I also want this Gucci messenger for $595, but in another color, not brown.  Well, maybe brown....it's not bad.

The cost is justified because it's not merely an iPad bag. Other things go in it good too.