Casetify has launched one of the most eccentric AirPods Max accessories to date, blending classical art with modern audio gear.
The new headphone cover is inspired by Johannes Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and turns the outer shell of the AirPods Max into an interactive canvas that mimics the world-famous painting. Unlike standard decals or protective sleeves, this particular case features a layered sculptural design that visually replicates the pearl earring and headscarf, making the AirPods Max look like they are being worn by the girl in the portrait.
This product is not just a surface-level homage. It wraps around both ear cups and includes a lifelike rendition of the character’s face that protrudes from the headband arc. The execution brings the artwork into three-dimensional space, adding depth to what would typically be a flat visual. While Casetify is no stranger to turning pop culture into wearable tech accessories, this release veers into avant-garde territory by fusing art history with functional hardware in a way few brands have dared.
Priced at $199, the AirPods Max cover is more art installation than protective case. It does not offer enhanced drop protection or water resistance and appears designed primarily for visual impact. The pearl, while exaggerated in size to match the AirPods Max scale, hangs visibly from one side and is made of a synthetic material. The headscarf detail wraps around the headphones and closes near the hinges, maintaining access to the headphones’ control surfaces.
Casetify’s marketing describes the product as both a tribute and a conversation piece, leaning into the absurdity while tapping into a growing consumer interest in artistic reinterpretations of everyday tech. The Vermeer AirPods Max cover was unveiled as part of Casetify’s broader “Artistry Series,” a limited collection that blends iconic cultural visuals with lifestyle accessories. Whether this is a form of wearable art or just a niche collectible is up for debate, but it has undoubtedly sparked attention online.
Reactions to the product have ranged from amusement to confusion, with many calling it the most bizarre AirPods Max accessory yet. Its arrival further signals how high-end headphones are being reimagined as fashion statements and objects of personal expression, far beyond their technical capabilities. While some may dismiss the cover as gimmicky, others may see it as a unique way to merge the past and present through a shared love of visual culture.
