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Behind the scenes: Daria Werbowy and Lancôme Hypnôse Senses

July 1, 2009/3.55

We venture behind the scenes of the new Lancôme Hypnôse Senses commercial with Daria Werbowy, in the following video. Senses extends the Hypnôse line, first launched in 2005.    The new fragrance has been developed by Christine Nagel. You may also like Lancôme goes all out with lush Trésor in Love campaign Lancôme releases English-language […]

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Miss USA, Kristen Dalton, kicks off National Ice Cream Month

/2.59

We didn’t know there was a National Ice Cream Month in the US, but here it is: Miss USA, Kristen Dalton, visiting Serendipity 3 at Cæsar’s Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada, unveiling a Red, White and Blue banana split. The dessert has chocolate and blueberry sauces with scoops of strawberry, vanilla and blueberry ice cream […]

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The latest Anne Hathaway Lancôme Magnifique commercial

June 25, 2009/21.35

The folks at Lancôme have released their latest Magnifique commercial with actress Anne Hathaway. Previews have floated around for a few months—here is the final 30-second spot. Strangely, there has been less attention for Hathaway’s second spot compared with her first. You may also like Lancôme releases its latest l’Absolu Nu commercial with Kate Winslet […]

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Maria Sharapova, Sony Ericsson reveal student designs at Liberty

June 19, 2009/13.42

Maria Sharapova, as part of her role as Sony Ericsson brand ambassador, unveiled London College of Fashion student designs in the window of design store Liberty in London. The designs were part of a collaboration between Sony Ericsson and the School of Fashion Design and Technology at London College of Fashion, exploring the link between […]

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Samantha Hannah talks to Summer Rayne Oakes about Style, Naturally

June 12, 2009/2.17

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 […]

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Rolls-Royce Ghost promises impeccable dynamics

June 11, 2009/8.58

A “small” Rolls-Royce, the Ghost, will join the über-luxury Phantom model later this year. Rolls-Royce Motors says the new model, which takes its name from the Silver Ghost of the early twentieth century, will have exceptional ride and handling. ‘The car’s state-of-the-art chassis uses a four-corner air suspension system and multi-link aluminium front and rear […]

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Saab’s Jan Åke Jonsson speaks out

June 2, 2009/12.50

With all the worry about GM going into Chapter 11, Saab boss Jan Åke Jonsson responded, to say all was on track for his company finding a financially strong buyer.    One of the individuals named to date has been Christian von Koenigsegg. While some of the media are saying that he would be an […]

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Chanel unveils Jean-Pierre Jeunet-directed promo starring Audrey Tautou

May 5, 2009/11.40

Chanel’s latest No. 5 TVC, starring Audrey Tautou and directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet, finally débuted this month (fittingly, on the fifth day of the fifth month). We think it’s one of the most stylish promotions ever filmed. Filming locations include a railway station in Nice and on the Bosphorus in İstanbul. You may also like […]

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Denmark launches clothing with high UV protection

May 1, 2009/9.37

On April 28, Kræftens Bekæmpelse (the Danish Cancer Society) launched a campaign against skin cancer, opened by Crown Princess Mary. Danish designers have created a fashion range high in UV protection made with sustainable materials. The clothes have been tested for ultraviolet radiation with the UV-801 test at the Institute of Technology, Denmark. The video […]

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BMW gives X5 and X6 the M treatment

April 8, 2009/4.59

When Hummer is the least fashionable brand on the planet, other SUV manufacturers can take one of two directions: trim down and look responsible, or go sporty and offer those who don’t mind poorer mpg figures a real alternative. BMW has taken the latter.    The München-based company couldn’t exactly stop its model plans, and […]

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