Can’t figure out what to get the iPhone enthusiast on your list? Why not look for a one-of-a-kind iPhone case? There are lots of generic cases on the market, some fairly ugly ones that can be found at mall kiosks, and some that are simply too expensive to consider. On the flip side, there are plenty of iPhone cases that are original and worth that extra dime or two.

There are a couple of things to consider when shopping for an iPhone case. First, make sure the case that you purchase is durable – if your friend or loved one drops that iPhone, you don’t want the case you’ve purchased to crack or break. Second, make sure that you find a case that fits – iPhone 4 and 4S cases are not the same shape. Lastly, look for a case that really stands out. Below, you’ll find some cases that fit that last rule perfectly.

Speck’s Burton Case

Know a snowboarder with an iPhone? Nothing says “snowboarding” like the beloved Vermont-based company Burton. Burton has been around for a long time now, and this company creates everything from snowboards to awesome winter jackets. Speck makes the FabShell Burton for iPhone 4S cases.

These cases come in a number of uber-cool colors and patterns (in true snowboard style), and they will cost you around $40 each. Expensive? A tad. Super cool? No doubt. You can’t go wrong with Burton if you know someone who can’t get enough of that snow.

Speck ToughSkin

Some of us are just more accident prone than others. For those of us who can’t help but drop our iPhones every now and then, there’s the Speck ToughSkin case series. These cases are actually two cases in one, they look every bit the tough part, and they will protect any iPhone 4 or 4S from any serious damage. If you know someone who tends to drop their iPhone regularly, the ToughSkin case is definitely the way to go. Speck sells these rugged cases for $39.95.

Incipio M&M Case

It’s not every day that you see a M&M iPhone 4S case. Insipio has made such a case, and this case looks every bit the M&M part as you might imagine. If you know someone who can’t get enough of those small candies wrapped in colourful shells, you will have to check out what Insipio has to offer. These cases are colourful, fun, and feature the M&M logo – what more could you want? Buying an Insipio M&M case will set you back $29.99.

The Case Must be Original

Since all iPhone look similar these days, the case that you put on your iPhone must be original. After all, a case is one of the only ways that you can express your smartphone originality. If you take a moment to look at the cases above, you are bound to find the perfect case for that person on your list. If you have a fair bit of money to throw around, keep in mind that an awesome iPhone case will make a great stocking stuffer too.