Natalia Vodianova for Stella McCartney

Stella McCartney once again chose Russian model Natalia Vodianova (born 28 February 1982) to be the face of the brand’s new Spring Summer ad campaign. The campaign shot by photography duo Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott, features McCartney’s signature style of sharp tailoring and sexy femininity.Natalia Vodianova wears graphic pieces and prints as well as … Read more

Maple syrup production threatenend by global warming

Global Warming Threatens Maple Syrup Production: 2012 Ninth-Warmest Year Since 1880 Scientists at the University of Vermont and others think global warming may be having some effect on maple syrup production in the United States by decreasing the season and shifting it to the north. The production of maple syrup requires specific climate conditions of … Read more

The Perfume Foundation: Babies perfume need better regulation

The Perfume Foundation asks the EU Commission to review the Cosmetic Directive for babies perfume The Perfume Foundation, Europe’s first association dedicated to the protection of consumer health in proposing new global standards for perfumes, cautions that the perfumes for babies need better regulation. The Perfume Foundation asks the EU Commission to review the Cosmetic … Read more

Sustainable tourism: World’s biggest QR code unveiled at world’s largest golf resort

In an effort to promote sustainable eco-tourism and in celebration of Mission Hills’ 20th anniversary, some 2,000 employees of the luxury golf and spa resort came together to form the largest Human QR Code in an effort to promote eco-tourism to the world. The gigantic real life QR Code was created by staff carrying umbrellas … Read more

Prices for the world’s first hybrid super race car announced

Porsche officially announces prices for flagship hybrid supercar Porsche 918 Spyder, the world’s first hybrid super race car, will retail for $845,000 when it officially goes on sale in 2014. The 918 Spyder is planned for production at the end of September 2013. The entry-level model will cost $845,000 while the 918 Spyder Weissach Package … Read more

360° Electric concept: BMW i to offer all-embracing approach to electric mobility

360° Electric concept: BMW i seals global partnership deal for customer-friendly electric mobility   BMW i is turning electric mobility into a serious alternative for drivers around the world. To further increase the technology’s acceptance, the manufacturer of electric cars intends to offer the customers a one-stop shop for tailor-made electric mobility solutions through a partnership … Read more