An improved Alfa Romeo MiTo, Lucire’s Car to Be Seen in
Lucire’s Car to Be Seen in for 2009, the Alfa Romeo MiTo, now has a MultiAir version, which means more power (105, 135 and 170 hp) and torque but, more crucially for our readers, reduced (by 10 per cent) carbon dioxide and nitrogen gas oxide emissions. It’s even more of a reason for us to […]
CocoonU might have the finest cashmere scarves this winter
Don’t they look sumptuous? Better yet, these 100 per cent cashmere scarves from CocoonU are organically and ethically sourced, with yarn from outer Mongolia. There, because of the colder climates, a higher-quality, lighter yarn is sourced, and the company claims it helps supports the lifestyles of the nomadic herders in outer Mongolia. It also points […]
Renault announces Fluence; electric model to follow
Renault has announced its Fluence saloon, which is meant to replace the Mégane Classic. However, if Korean readers are thinking it looks rather familiar, that’s because it is: the Fluence is, essentially, the second-generation Samsung SM3 with a new grille. The slightly conventional styling down the back is mated to a Mégane 3-like grille […]
Huffer releases limited range for the Warehouse to support Sign On
New Zealand retail chain, the Warehouse, and iconic Kiwi brand, Huffer, have joined forces with a limited-edition range selling at NZ$29·99. The partnership is part of the Sign On campaign to reduce greenhouse gases: the T-shirts include a swing tag that doubles as a postcard that can be sent in support of the campaign. There […]
Miksani introduces Carbon Neutral fashion range
We’ve heard of many labels using the eco-fashion tag—after all, Lucire was the first fashion magazine to bring sustainable style into the mainstream, from 2003. Miksani, meanwhile, has gone one further with a Carbon Neutral clothing range for spring–summer 2010, launching at the Pure London Fashion Show. Miksani says its products have a minimal […]
While Lexus has had a large, luxury car with a hybrid powertrain out for a while, BMW has caught up with its new 7-series. The BMW ActiveHybrid technology features a synchronous electric motor, a lithium-ion battery, and the power electronics required for the high-voltage on-board network. There’s still a turbocharged V8 under the bonnet, producing […]
Branding New Zealand: a discussion
[Cross-posted] I had a very productive time in Christchurch, especially at The Future of Fashion II conference organized by Fashion Industry New Zealand (FINZ). It was also wonderful to connect to the folks at CPIT there. One question that arose after my presentation (which can be found in written form on this site) was […]
This combines not only Lucire’s beliefs in being kind to the environment—unlike other magazines, our association with the United Nations Environment Programme goes back to 2003, and we’ve been eco-minded for years before that—but my love of typography. New Zealand label Was makes its bags from recycled billboards, so there’s every chance one can get […]
Saab can reach for the sun, under Christian von Koenigsegg
[Cross-posted] I never expected this a few years ago, but a few weeks ago, it was becoming more likely: Koenigsegg will buy Saab, says The New York Times. GM and Koenigsegg say there is now a memorandum of understanding, contingent on loans from the European Investment Bank, guaranteed by the Swedish government. I […]
Samantha Hannah talks to Summer Rayne Oakes about Style, Naturally
We know this is one Lucire team member talking to another, but considering the subject is Summer Rayne Oakes and her fantastic new book, Style, Naturally, it’s certainly worth it. Fashion editor Samantha Hannah speaks to Summer Rayne, filmed by Snap Star. You may also like Five days in New Zealand with Summer Rayne Oakes […]
