by kate spade new york

kate spade new york Canvas Kindle Cover (Fits Kindle Keyboard), great expectations

• Designed exclusively for Kindle by kate spade new york (fits 6" display, latest generation Kindle).
• High-quality coated canvas exterior shields your Kindle from the elements and protects its screen when not in use.
• Special design details include spade logo on spine, "kate spade new york publishing" on the back cover, and graphic book stripe cotton lining.
• Hinge system holds Kindle securely in place, compatible only with 6" display, latest generation Kindle.
• Designed exclusively for Kindle by kate spade new york (Fits Kindle Keyboard).
• Hinge system holds Kindle securely in place, compatible only with Kindle Keyboard.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• ASIN: B003UYV1K6
• Item model number: PWRU1747
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (32 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 2, 2010

Product Description

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	Special design details create a unique and personalized look. View larger		The hinge system keeps your Kindle securely in place. View larger
	The coated canvas book cover collection features re-imagined designs of beloved classics. View larger		Read your Kindle anywhere with this stylish, protective cover. View larger

Great Expectations Kindle cover

kate spade new york has re-imagined a few of their favorite titles and crafted them into clever book covers (that should not be left on the shelves). Tuck your Kindle into this artistic interpretation of “Great Expectations,” featuring original artwork from the in-house design team at kate spade new york. The lightly padded interior features a slip pocket and a hinge system that’s specially designed to attach your Kindle to its cover, keeping it securely stowed and protected in the utmost of style. Item comes boxed.

About kate spade new york

kate spade new york was founded in 1993 with six simple handbags that shook up what had been a quiet accessories category. Nearly two decades and a handbag revolution later, wit and playful sophistication are hallmarks of everything "kate spade new york," a world that now includes handbags, accessories, jewelry, shoes, apparel, eyewear, hosiery, tabletop, stationery, fragrance and now—specially designed covers for Kindle.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

112 of 116 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Great Expectations - not a great cover November 28, 2010

By Tiffany

Amazon Verified Purchase

This case is not bad - it's cute to look at and I really wanted to love it. Except I didn't.

The canvas is coated with a plastic material to keep it clean on the outside, but the black and white striped canvas is not protected, so I suspect it will get dirty quickly. I knew it wasn't leather when I bought it but thought it wouldn't matter, but when I got it up close and personal, it really did. It was not nearly the quality I was looking for.

It doesn't fold back flat. While the hinge system is the same as Amazon's, I just didn't feel it was as secure as it could be. I don't like my Kindle flapping around freely. Last, there wasn't a way to keep it closed. Yes, when lying flat it did stay closed but when in a bag it opens easily.

I returned it, the name and cute design just aren't enough for me.

41 of 43 people found the following review helpful

1.0 out of 5 stars Amazon Advised Me To Return December 27, 2010

By Kat

Amazon Verified Purchase

So I received this cover and loved it. I had no problem with the hinges and it was very cute to look at. However, after about 2-3 weeks of using this cover my Kindle would not turn on. I called the support number and they helped me reset my Kindle and it works fine now. However, the support person told me that Amazon thought the covers with hinges were causing problems with Kindles and advised me to return this cover. Although it's cute, I did not want to keep the cover if it meant my Kindle would be damaged, so I returned it. Got a $25 credit from Amazon (in addition to the full price of the cover) and ordered one of the covers without hinges (the New Yorker ones are cute). I haven't had any problems since.

23 of 26 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Great quality, bad hinges! December 3, 2010

By Amanda Aikman

Amazon Verified Purchase

I love everything about this cover with the exception of two things. One is not a big deal - I wish the cover had a strap to keep it closed. But it is sturdy enough to stay shut pretty well on its own. The other thing, which is MAJORLY annoying, is that the hinges will not hold the Kindle in straight. I also can't pull them back out now, and so I am worried that I will end up breaking the cover if I need to remove the kindle. Good idea in theory, but having it sit at an angle really bothers me.

Update: Amazon customer service sent me a list of tips on how to use the hinge system more easily and properly so that I can get the Kindle in and out. I must assume it was based on this review, so I have to give a thumbs up for customer service related to this product. It is also worth noting that I get a lot of compliments on my cover and when I traveled with it, it kept everything very secure.