The Phone Case That Started Conversations

Why We Fell in Love with Pela (And Why We’re Not Going Back)

Let’s talk phone cases for a second.

You know the drill: buy the cute one that matches your vibe right now, only to have it chip, crack, or start looking a little grimy within a few weeks. We’ve all been there. I used to be the queen of the “impulse case," quick Amazon grab, a trend-driven pattern, maybe a sticker slapped on for good measure.

But lately, we’ve been thinking more about the things we touch every day. The little daily-use items that don’t always feel special, but could. And that’s where this story begins.

The Endless Case Hunt (And a Best Friend Recommendation)

When I started looking for a phone case that didn’t fall apart after a month, my first instinct wasn’t a blog or a product review. It was a group text. A quick “Okay, real talk, what phone case do you actually love?”

My best friend responded immediately: “Pela. Hands down.” And just like that, the rabbit hole began.

Enter: Pela

Pela isn’t just another phone case company. They’re a certified B-Corp based out of Canada, and their cases? Fully compostable. Durable. Grippy (but not sticky). And (bonus) so adorable it actually makes you excited to show off your phone.

I picked one inspired by an Italian summer, and within days of putting it on, a bartender at a Southern Illinois winery said, “Wait… is that Pela?” Yes, it is. We love it when sustainability sparks a conversation.

Golf Cart Tested, Parent Approved

This case has been through it. It’s survived grocery store floors, suitcase drops, and even a full-speed ride in the back of a golf cart, where it didn’t slide once.

After Amy followed suit, my dad even asked where I got my case so he could get one for himself! That was the real seal of approval.

Matching Moments: The Watch Band Came Next

Here’s the thing: once you fall in love with something that works, you want more of it. That’s exactly what happened when we discovered Pela also makes Apple Watch bands.

Amy was the first to cave; inevitably, I ordered one too. It’s kind of become a thing in our group now, like a quiet, stylish nod to the fact that yes, we care about the planet and we care about aesthetics.

More Than a Phone Case

Sure, it’s “just” a phone case. But it’s also a daily decision to support brands doing it right, to stop replacing things that shouldn’t need replacing, and to pick products that feel intentional.

Pela isn’t just about protecting your phone; it’s about protecting the future. And if we can do that with something cute, why wouldn’t we?

Your Turn: A Little Challenge

Take a look at the everyday things you use the most: your phone case, your water bottle, your earbuds, your go-to jacket. Ask yourself: Do I actually like this? Would I buy it again today?

If the answer’s no, it might be time for a little upgrade. One with purpose. One with a story.

And if you’re in the market for a new phone case? You already know our favorite.

(Pela, if you’re reading this… we’ll take one of everything.)