One of the most popular accessories for the Apple iPod Nano are iPod Nano cases. The cases do a few things. Firstly, an Apple iPod Nano case obviously stores and protects your iPod from the elements and from other potential hazards and dangers. Should you accidentally drop your iPod Nano (and who would purposely want to drop their iPod Nano?), the case should absorb most of the impact, leaving your precious iPod Nano intact and safe. As well, an iPod Nano case can prevent your iPod from getting scratched and nicked up.

An iPod Nano case also says a lot about the owner of said case, in terms of color and design. There are cases that are colorless and simple, there are cases that are bright pink and blue, and there are iPod Nano cases that have logos and images on them. The iPod case is a fashion accessory unto itself, just as the iPod Nano is a must have for any serious music lover or fan.

And if that isn't enough, there are now designer denim iPod Nano cases and designer cases made from the finest Italian leather available.

Why?

It's understandable that you spent some money on your iPod Nano, and that you want to keep it safe and secure. But, why spend the time and money to locate a designer iPod Nano case made from the highest European fashion houses? Is it really necessary? Will your iPod Nano be made fun of by other iPod Nanos because it only has a simple plastic case and the snobby iPod Nanos have a denim case made by Gucci?

I doubt it. Actually, I can't really explain who, what or why anyone would spend more than a couple of bucks on an iPod Nano case. As long as it does the job, which is to protect and cover the iPod, does it really have to have a hoodie, a pouch and its own purse?