Miss Universe ’09 contestants are enjoying the Bahamas
The contestants at Miss Universe are having a great time in the Bahamas, and the fun is not restricted to Atlantis on Paradise Island. Below, the contestants are having fun on Atlantis, and visiting Bimini, Exuma and Grand Bahama Island. The telecast is on August 23 at 9 p.m. EDT, and will be shown live […]
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 […]
Lucire’s Samantha Hannah and Jack Yan speak at Section Zero workshop
At the end of July, Lucire fashion editor Samantha Hannah and publisher Jack Yan spoke at the Section Zero Models’ workshop. Colin Mathura-Jeffree made the trip down from Auckland, and designer Robyn Mathieson was another guest of honour at the event. The below video was put together by Ben Forman. […]
Vote for Katie at Miss Universe ’09
Miss New Zealand Katie Taylor wearing a swimsuit by BSC Swimwear Thailand. (Photo from Miss Universe LP, LLLP) The shots of Miss Universe New Zealand 2009, Katie Taylor, are probably the best I’ve ever seen of her—and I’m pretty sure that Katie herself is thrilled with them, too. My lips are sealed on some of […]
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 […]
Erin Wasson x RVCA to show at Bryant Park
Erin Wasson x RVCA will show its spring–summer 2010 collection at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Tents at Bryant Park, according to the company. The show will take place Friday, September 11 at 8 p.m., and marks the début of Erin Wasson x RVCA on the runway. Wasson says she is ‘humbled and honoured’ about […]
London Fashion Week announces second venue
The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced a second venue as part of London Fashion Week this September. The new venue is located at 180 The Strand, just moments from Somerset House. It provides a contrasting modern backdrop for designers, showrooms, bar, café and installations. This additional venue builds on last season’s successful concept of […]
Photographed by Angela Scott We’ve received word from Miss New Zealand 2009 Katie Taylor that she is safely on the plane to Miss Universe, after getting an upgrade on Air New Zealand. And she’s armed with some new clothes and accessories from Natalie Chan. We wish Katie all the best as she represents New Zealand […]
Robinson Designer Goldsmith reveals first of its Diamond Tattoo collection
Ken Robinson at Robinson Designer Goldsmith (Takapuna, New Zealand) gave Lucire a sneak peek at the first of his company’s exclusive Diamond Tattoo collection earlier this week. Robinson explains, ‘The platinum skull is pavé set with 2·4 ct of collection-grade diamonds. The 18 ct rose and yellow gold swallow is set with orange and yellow […]
Jockey ups the sex appeal with Dan and Honor
All Black Dan Carter is a sex symbol among some quarters of the population. Jockey has upped the sex appeal in its latest campaign by including the rugby player’s girlfriend, Honor Dillon. Jockey chief Tim Wheeler has said that Carter is one of the most recognized models the company has used. The campaign runs only […]
