Advanced Denim: a new concept for sustainable denim production Eco-friendly jeans Advanced Denim, a new concept for sustainable denim production, was presented at the 16th annual Green Chemistry & Engineering Conference, sponsored by the American Chemical Society’s Green Chemistry Institute. The eco-friendly technique targets environmentally conscious clothing makers and proposes a more sustainable versions of … Read more
One of perhaps six known working Apple 1 computer went up for auction Sotheby’ssold Apple’s founding corporate papers — signed by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ron Wayne — in December for nearly $1.6 million. Another Apple memorabilia went up for auction at Sotheby’s. An exceptionally rare, working Apple 1 computer with original Apple cassette interface, … Read more
Glenmorangie has yet another reason to celebrate — Pride 1981 has won the spirits category in Robb Report’s “Best of Best” Issue. The most luxurious Glenmorangie expression was chosen as the single winner from eight nominated spirits in the Robb Report’s 24th annual connoisseur’s guide – the veritable “hotlist” of leaders in luxury. With an … Read more
Europe – the largest e-commerce region in the world Europe it the leader in global e-commerce after recording 19% growth to overtake North America in 2011. Online retail sales account for around 5.1% of the total value of the retail market in Europe, with 240 million e-shoppers spending an average of €1,000 each, according to … Read more
Ducati North America reported a retail sales increase of 49 percent in May, reaching 1,782 new motorcycles sold and marking the company’s all-time monthly record. This result surpassed the prior record set in June 2008 by 388 motorcycles or 28 percent. YTD retail sales growth of 19 percent to 4,844 units also marked an all-time … Read more
The Macallan Masters of Photography III: Annie Leibovitz Edition, with renowned Scottish actor Kevin McKidd cast in the role of leading man Hints of raisin, sultana, orange and chocolate all at once before a crisp following of apple, ginger and long, sharp oak notes. Annie Leibovitz, one of the most famous photographers alive today, captured … Read more