K&B (Katz & Besthoff) Laptop Sleeve
Black / 7"
$27.99
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Give your daily setup a connection to a defining New Orleans retail name. This K&B laptop sleeve honors Katz & Besthoff, founded in 1905 at 732 Canal Street and remembered across the Gulf Coast for its unmistakable purple store presentation. The chain’s story spans neighborhood shopping, K&B Plaza, and a lasting place in local memory. Made for collectors, former customers, and anyone who appreciates hometown business history.
K&B, short for Katz & Besthoff, began in 1905 when Gustave Katz and Sydney J. Besthoff partnered at 732 Canal Street in New Orleans. From that start, the business expanded throughout the twentieth century into a drug store chain serving the United States Gulf Coast region. Its stores became strongly associated with a distinctive purple presentation, used on signs, cash registers, employee uniforms, and other store elements; the shade entered local usage as "K&B purple." The chain sold a broad range of private-label merchandise, including household goods, liquor, and signature ice creams, and operated an independent credit card program with strict approval requirements. K&B later based its corporate operations at K&B Plaza near Lee Circle in the New Orleans Central Business District, after buying the building in the mid-1970s. The former headquarters and warehouse at 900 Camp Street was donated at the start of the 1980s for the Contemporary Arts Center. Rite Aid purchased K&B assets in 1997 and rebranded the chain, while K&B Plaza retained its familiar name.
K&B (Katz & Besthoff) Laptop Sleeve
$27.99
Sale price
$27.99
Regular price
Give your daily setup a connection to a defining New Orleans retail name. This K&B laptop sleeve honors Katz & Besthoff, founded in 1905 at 732 Canal Street and remembered across the Gulf Coast for its unmistakable purple store presentation. The chain’s story spans neighborhood shopping, K&B Plaza, and a lasting place in local memory. Made for collectors, former customers, and anyone who appreciates hometown business history.
K&B, short for Katz & Besthoff, began in 1905 when Gustave Katz and Sydney J. Besthoff partnered at 732 Canal Street in New Orleans. From that start, the business expanded throughout the twentieth century into a drug store chain serving the United States Gulf Coast region. Its stores became strongly associated with a distinctive purple presentation, used on signs, cash registers, employee uniforms, and other store elements; the shade entered local usage as "K&B purple." The chain sold a broad range of private-label merchandise, including household goods, liquor, and signature ice creams, and operated an independent credit card program with strict approval requirements. K&B later based its corporate operations at K&B Plaza near Lee Circle in the New Orleans Central Business District, after buying the building in the mid-1970s. The former headquarters and warehouse at 900 Camp Street was donated at the start of the 1980s for the Contemporary Arts Center. Rite Aid purchased K&B assets in 1997 and rebranded the chain, while K&B Plaza retained its familiar name.
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 |
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Product information: Generic brand, 2 year warranty in EU and Northern Ireland as per Directive 1999/44/EC
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.