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Not at all. I find things like this to be nothing more than grayscale poka-dots.
 
I agree with jessica. in regards to the carbon but the dark leather looks very nice. Just make sure they come off without residue.
 
Look for real-world pictures. These sample images always put the product in their best light when in reality it could look awful. Personally I'd just buy a nice sleeve with a neat pattern.
 
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