There is a particular satisfaction in reaching into your bag and pulling out something that looks exactly right. The Rhodia Rhodiarama Round Pencil Case is that kind of object - considered, well-made, and quietly confident in its design.
Part of Rhodia's Rhodiarama collection, this tubular case is constructed from high-end Italian imitation leatherette with a velvety feel, giving it a tactile quality that immediately reads as premium. One side is embossed with the distinctive Rhodia logo - restrained branding in the French tradition, present without being loud.
The three colourways available (for now) are worth lingering on.
Burgundy is a deep, wine-saturated tone that suits a serious desk or a well-worn leather satchel.
Celadon brings a softness borrowed from glazed porcelain - a sage-adjacent green with a dusty, muted quality that manages to feel both contemporary and timeless.
Midnight Navy Blue is precisely what it sounds like: the blue of a clear sky after last light, refined and versatile.
The zipper and puller are finished in Rhodia's signature orange, a detail that functions almost as a house colour - instantly recognisable to anyone familiar with the brand, and a considered contrast against each of the three case colours. Inside, the lining is ivory jersey, soft against the contents and protective against scratching.
Dimensions and capacity
Measuring 215mm long and 50mm in diameter, the case holds at least 10 average-sized pens and pencils, with room remaining for an eraser or sharpener. The cylindrical format means it fits neatly into the pen loop of a bag or briefcase without the bulk of a flat zip pouch. It slips discreetly into your bag without cluttering it - a design virtue that is easy to underestimate until you are actually carrying it.
The leatherette zip closure features tabs at either end, so the case opens fully and without fumbling. It is also suitable for vegans.
Who it is for
This case works for fountain pen collectors who want something presentable for travel, for designers and illustrators carrying a daily pencil selection, and for anyone who has grown tired of pencil cases that look like they belong in a school bag.
It doubles creditably as a travel case for make-up brushes, medication, or small tools. The form is versatile; the materials are better than the price point would suggest.
Part of the Rhodiarama collection
The Rhodiarama Round Pencil Case is part of a broader collection of storage and organisation accessories designed to work together - coordinated notebooks, flat cases, and conference folders are available in the same colourways, so building a coherent desk is straightforward.
Rhodia has been producing stationery in France since 1934. The Rhodiarama line represents the brand's considered move into accessories - applying the same attention to material and finish that made their notepads a reference point for writers and designers worldwide.
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