Apple iPhone Cases: 10 Unique Designs for the 4S [PHOTOS]

Due to a slightly button configuration on Apple's newest iPhone model, the 4S, many new owners likely need to buy new protective cases. As holiday season gift-giving extravaganza approaches, it's easy to buy a simple black bumper for the phone, but it's not as fashionable or fun as an iPhone case could be. The iPhone is simple in design, so finding and buying a case is a rare chance for users to inject their iPhones with a little personality.

There are multitudes of iPhone cases out there with clever and creative designs, but these 10 iPhone 4 and 4S cases take the cake.

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The "True Bamboo" iPhone case is made out of real eco-friendly bamboo, and uses the plant's strength to protect the case. For $59.95. http://bit.ly/t9L5o5

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Available in "Beat-It Black" or "Awesome Ivory," this iPhone case will make your 3G, 3GS, 4 or 4S model look like an outdated cassette. The case also comes with a stand to prop up your phone for video-watching. For $9.99. http://bit.ly/agYMiL

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Each hand-made plate features over 1,300 individual Swarovski crystals for "extreme durability. For $329. http://bit.ly/sqhG7m

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Don't know what you'd like your iPhone case to look like? Buy this kit and stitch together your own design! Each kit comes with instructions and pattern guides. For $32. http://bit.ly/nZhQ2k

Ted Baker Patent Leather Style Apple iPhone 4S Pouch

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For the fashionable iPhone owner, this case features a zipper on the back and comes in red or black. For $47.95. http://bit.ly/uY8j2m

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A wallet and iPhone case rolled into an old, leather-bound book, the leather book includes card holders and makes reading on the phone look stylish. For $59.99. http://bit.ly/ojEKyh

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These silicon-built protectors are sure to grab someone's attention. The case comes in two designs, a monkey and a black skeleton (not pictured), but on the plus side, the phone can be charged without removing the case. For $24.99. http://bit.ly/nl0O7C

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