When most people think of a display case, they imagine autographed sports memorabilia, military medals, or trading cards lined up in perfect rows. But acrylic display cases are far more versatile than most realize.
At BetterDisplayCases.com, we’ve seen customers use our acrylic cases in a wide variety of imaginative ways — far beyond traditional collectibles. Whether you’re decorating a home office, commemorating a life milestone, or just adding a creative touch to a room, acrylic display cases offer a clean, professional, and protective way to highlight what matters most to you.
Here are ten creative and stylish ways to use acrylic display cases you may not have considered.
1. Wedding Keepsakes and Mementos
Your wedding day goes by in a flash, but the memories can last a lifetime — especially if you preserve them thoughtfully. Our acrylic cases are perfect for protecting:
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Preserved bridal bouquets
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Wedding invitation suites
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Cake toppers
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Custom vow booklets
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Ring boxes
These items can be arranged in one of our compact cube-style or wall-mounted cases, turning them into a romantic keepsake display for your bedroom or hallway.
2. Family Heirlooms
Many households hold on to special family artifacts — a grandfather’s pocket watch, a folded American flag, or a first baby shoe. These items often live in drawers or boxes, vulnerable to damage and unseen by others.
Using an acrylic display case brings these meaningful objects into the light while keeping them safe. You can add small engraved plaques or nameplates for extra personalization.
3. Graduation and Academic Awards
Diplomas often make it into a frame, but graduation caps, tassels, medals, and cords? They’re often forgotten or damaged in storage. With a properly sized acrylic display case, you can preserve:
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Graduation caps with tassels
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Honor cords or medallions
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Academic award plaques
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Commemorative pins or programs
This works especially well for creating a wall of pride in your home office or your child’s room.
4. Baby Shoes, Toys, and Birth Keepsakes
Those tiny first shoes, hospital bracelets, or beloved first toys deserve more than a bin in the attic. Many new parents use acrylic display cases to create a mini memory capsule:
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Baby shoes paired with a small photo
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A lock of hair with a nameplate
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First toy or pacifier arranged inside a mirrored or clear base case
Choose a clear base for a more modern nursery aesthetic or a black base for contrast against pastel-colored items.
5. Event Memorabilia (Concerts, Festivals, & Sports Events)
Ticket stubs, backstage passes, wristbands, and setlists — these paper and cloth souvenirs are notoriously easy to damage. Our small acrylic cases are ideal for preserving:
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Festival wristbands and lanyards
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Signed guitar picks or drumsticks
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Fragments of sports turf or confetti from a big win
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VIP or press badges
They’re excellent conversation starters when displayed on a bookshelf or office wall.
6. Awards and Trophies
While traditional trophies are often displayed on their own, custom awards — especially flat plaques, medals, or trophies with unusual shapes — benefit from the dust-free protection and elegance of an acrylic display case.
For example:
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Medals on ribbon can hang in a mini helmet or boxing glove case
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Custom crystal awards can be placed on risers inside a cube case
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Certificates and awards can be folded or layered in deeper cases with room for small 3D objects
7. Pet Memorials or Tributes
When a beloved pet passes, many families create a tribute corner. Our customers have used acrylic display cases to lovingly preserve:
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A favorite collar or tag
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A pawprint impression
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A favorite small toy or treat tin
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A photo or nameplate
This type of display becomes a lasting way to honor their memory with dignity and grace.
8. Floral Preservation Displays
Dried and preserved flowers are growing in popularity, especially as eco-friendly keepsakes for weddings, anniversaries, and graduations. Unlike glass domes, acrylic cases offer modern, dust-free preservation with better clarity and durability.
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Pressed bouquet arrangements
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Rose petals from special dates
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Botanical art with labels and tags
Turf or mirrored bases can add texture and reflectivity to your floral arrangement.
9. First-Time Achievements
Parents love to commemorate "firsts" — first home run ball, first recital program, or a child’s first handmade art piece. Rather than tacking it to the fridge or putting it in a drawer, turn that moment into something permanent.
Pair a small item with a photo or written date in a compact acrylic case. Over time, you can build a series of milestone cases that grow with your family.
10. Home Decor and Interior Styling
Acrylic display cases are incredibly clean and minimalistic, making them ideal for modern interior design. Try incorporating them into your home decor to feature:
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Architectural models
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Abstract art or sculpture pieces
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Travel souvenirs (e.g., Eiffel Tower miniatures, local crafts)
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High-end fashion accessories (e.g., sneakers, sunglasses, watches)
The clear acrylic construction blends with any space and highlights whatever you place inside without visual distraction.
Choosing the Right Case for the Job
Each creative use listed above can be matched with one of our specialized display case types. Consider:
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Cube display cases for small 3D items or grouped keepsakes
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Wall-mounted acrylic cases for vertical layouts and entryway decoration
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Riser-equipped cases to emphasize centerpiece items like awards or medals
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Turf or mirrored bases to tie your display thematically to an event or setting
At BetterDisplayCases.com, all products are made from high-quality acrylic that resists yellowing, scratching, and damage — perfect for lasting protection and visual clarity.
Final Thoughts
The best part of a display case isn’t just what’s inside — it’s the meaning behind it. Whether it’s a wedding day, a graduation, or a small moment that matters only to you, our acrylic display cases help turn those memories into something lasting and beautiful.
Explore creative ways to decorate and personalize your space today at BetterDisplayCases.com — because every memory deserves its moment.