Chappell's Laptop Sleeve
Black / 7"
$27.99
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$27.99
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Keep a piece of Syracuse-area shopping history close during work or study. Chappell's began in Syracuse in 1896 as a family-owned department store chain, later serving shoppers in communities including Cortland, Watertown, and Massena. Its story spans the growth of regional retail, the rise of shopping centers, and the company's transition to new ownership in 1994. This laptop sleeve pairs that local connection with a practical place for your device, making it a fitting pick for former customers and retail-history collectors.
Chappell's was a family-owned department store chain based in Syracuse, New York. The business opened in 1896 and continued for nearly a century, closing in 1994. At its peak, the chain operated ten stores across the Syracuse area and in Cortland, Watertown, and Massena. Its locations included a downtown Syracuse store and outlets in shopping centers across central and northern New York, among them Shop City Plaza, Carousel Center, Fingerlakes Mall, and Salmon Run Mall. In January 1992, the corporation filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. As part of its reorganization, four stores closed. Under pressure from creditors, chairman Charles A. Chappell Jr., a grandson of the founder, sold the company and its remaining six stores to Bon-Ton Stores in October 1994. The sale marked the end of Chappell's as an independent family-owned chain and its transition to new ownership. The company’s history reflects the growth of regional department-store retailing, the role of malls in its store network, and the financial pressures that reshaped the chain in its final years.
Chappell's Laptop Sleeve
$27.99
Sale price
$27.99
Regular price
Keep a piece of Syracuse-area shopping history close during work or study. Chappell's began in Syracuse in 1896 as a family-owned department store chain, later serving shoppers in communities including Cortland, Watertown, and Massena. Its story spans the growth of regional retail, the rise of shopping centers, and the company's transition to new ownership in 1994. This laptop sleeve pairs that local connection with a practical place for your device, making it a fitting pick for former customers and retail-history collectors.
Chappell's was a family-owned department store chain based in Syracuse, New York. The business opened in 1896 and continued for nearly a century, closing in 1994. At its peak, the chain operated ten stores across the Syracuse area and in Cortland, Watertown, and Massena. Its locations included a downtown Syracuse store and outlets in shopping centers across central and northern New York, among them Shop City Plaza, Carousel Center, Fingerlakes Mall, and Salmon Run Mall. In January 1992, the corporation filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. As part of its reorganization, four stores closed. Under pressure from creditors, chairman Charles A. Chappell Jr., a grandson of the founder, sold the company and its remaining six stores to Bon-Ton Stores in October 1994. The sale marked the end of Chappell's as an independent family-owned chain and its transition to new ownership. The company’s history reflects the growth of regional department-store retailing, the role of malls in its store network, and the financial pressures that reshaped the chain in its final years.
A slim, protective laptop sleeve crafted from smooth neoprene with a soft, padded interior that cushions your device while keeping it lightweight and easy to carry. The front panel is customizable with a crisp, minimalist design; the back is solid black for a clean, low-profile look. Dual zipper enclosures give fast, secure access from either side, and the water-resistant, durable construction helps shield your laptop from light spills and everyday wear. Available in multiple sizes to fit a range of laptops and tablets, this sleeve slips into backpacks or briefcases without adding bulk and adds a touch of understated style to your daily commute or work-from-home setup.
Product features
- Dual zipper enclosures for easy two-sided access
- Foam padding to absorb bumps and protect from dust
- Smooth neoprene exterior — lightweight and water-resistant
- Customizable front panel with solid black back
- Available in multiple sizes to fit laptops and tablets
Care instructions
- Use warm water, dish soap and clean spots off your sleeve. It's not necessary to soak the whole sleeve. For hard to clean spots use a soft bristled brush.
| 7" | 10" | 13" | 15" | 17" | |
| Length, in | 7.09 | 10.43 | 12.60 | 13.39 | 15.94 |
| Width, in | 4.72 | 7.87 | 9.45 | 10.24 | 12.01 |
| Diagonal, in | 8.50 | 13.07 | 15.75 | 16.85 | 19.96 |
| Depth, in | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.65 | 0.65 |