Lucuma Designs Handbags: Where the Rubber Meets the Runway
Name-brand handbags are must-have accessories every year. Luis Vuitton, Prada and Donna Karan? Always popular. Michelin, Goodyear and Firestone? Aren't they brands of tires? Indeed, but if Peruvian designer Valerie Doehler continues to succeed, we may see her fashion tread handbags made from used rubber tires accompanying models down runways all over the world in 2005.????
The handcrafted bags, exclusively distributed by Lucuma Designs, are created by shearing sheets of rubber off of used tires, creating unique shapes from them and finishing with colorful felt. Doehler sees these handbags like "a recently opened piece of fruit. The rubber is like the skin and the felt is like the pulp.
The material is my starting point. I am interested in taking advantage of it fully. In my designs, I look for simple and straight lines. Also, I look for contrasts of materials and textures, synthesized forms, comfort and durability."The handbags are even better for the environment than they are for the wardrobe, and this Earth-friendliness is lovingly woven into the designs. Doehler elaborates "Respect for the Earth drives my designs.
I hope my bags will serve as an inspirational example of how we can transform discarded materials into useful works of beauty." Additionally, a home accents line is expected to debut this year, with designing partner Sebastian Bravo's new recycled rubber plant pots, coasters, trivets, baskets and trays.These handbags and recycled accessories from the Lucuma Fashion wholesale collection will debut at the New York International Gift Fair Jan 30th - Feb 3rd
2005 (NY Newest at Pier 94, Booth #47048). For additional information or pictures visit http://www.lucumafashion.com or contact Alessandra Bravo at 1-877-858-2862.About Lucuma Designs: Since 1998, Lucuma Designs has promoted the best of Peruvian folk art and fine craftsmanship while helping artists and small producers improve their livelihoods and keeping traditions alive. Lucuma Designs is a proud member and supporter of the Fair Trade Federation, a non-profit association of businesses helping disadvantaged producers all over the world through sustainable business practices. Lucuma collaborates with a network of about 20 family workshops and small producers, reaching over 200 artists throughout Peru. Lucuma and Lucuma Designs are trademarks of Lucuma Designs in the United States and/or other countries.
All other names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies..
Guru Reports Announces Winners in Wheel & Tire Care Comparison Test
VIENNA, VA (ContentDesk) March 8, 2004--Guru Reports?, a subsidiary of JUMP Media Group, announced the results of its comprehensive comparison test of 101 automotive wheel and tire care products. Armor All and Eagle One earned Guru Reports' top designation of "Best in Class," while several other companies took home "Editors Choice" honors, including: 3M, Eimann Fabrik, P21S and Zaino Brothers.The Guru Reports Wheel & Tire Care and Cleaning Comparison Test offers consumers a comprehensive set of practical, impartial and unbiased test results comparing 101 wheel and tire care products. The test is divided into 4 categories: Tire Cleaners, Wheel Cleaners, Tire Dressings and One-Step Wheel and Tire Cleaning products. Guru Reports Publisher, Charles Romero said, "A person's automobile is generally the second largest purchase they make. People want to know how to protect their investment and take care of their car." Romero continued, "We know that our comparison tests are having a dramatic...
Guru Reports Announces Winners in Wheel & Tire Care Comparison Test
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Guru Reports Announces Winners in Wheel & Tire Care Comparison Test
VIENNA, VA (ContentDesk) March 8, 2004--Guru Reports?, a subsidiary of JUMP Media Group, announced the results of its comprehensive comparison test of 101 automotive wheel and tire care products. Armor All and Eagle One earned Guru Reports' top designation of "Best in Class," while several other companies took home "Editors Choice" honors, including: 3M, Eimann Fabrik, P21S and Zaino Brothers.The Guru Reports Wheel & Tire Care and Cleaning Comparison Test offers consumers a comprehensive set of practical, impartial and unbiased test results comparing 101 wheel and tire care products. The test is divided into 4 categories: Tire Cleaners, Wheel Cleaners, Tire Dressings and One-Step Wheel and Tire Cleaning products. Guru Reports Publisher, Charles Romero said, "A person's automobile is generally the second largest purchase they make. People want to know how to protect their investment and take care of their car." Romero continued, "We know that our comparison tests are having a dramatic...
Guru Reports Announces Winners in Wheel & Tire Care Comparison Test
Toyo tires > Guru Reports Announces Winners in Wheel & Tire Care Comparison Test
Guru Reports Announces Winners in Wheel & Tire Care Comparison Test
VIENNA, VA (ContentDesk) March 8, 2004--Guru Reports?, a subsidiary of JUMP Media Group, announced the results of its comprehensive comparison test of 101 automotive wheel and tire care products. Armor All and Eagle One earned Guru Reports' top designation of "Best in Class," while several other companies took home "Editors Choice" honors, including: 3M, Eimann Fabrik, P21S and Zaino Brothers.The Guru Reports Wheel & Tire Care and Cleaning Comparison Test offers consumers a comprehensive set of practical, impartial and unbiased test results comparing 101 wheel and tire care products. The test is divided into 4 categories: Tire Cleaners, Wheel Cleaners, Tire Dressings and One-Step Wheel and Tire Cleaning products. Guru Reports Publisher, Charles Romero said, "A person's automobile is generally the second largest purchase they make. People want to know how to protect their investment and take care of their car." Romero continued, "We know that our comparison tests are having a dramatic...
Guru Reports Announces Winners in Wheel & Tire Care Comparison Test
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Giving Car Costs an Overhaul
Porter, TX (ContentDesk) November 23, 2005 -- Fuel prices, insurance rates and car maintenance expenses continue to rise.
Gas prices alone are up as much as 65% or more from a year ago according to a survey of service stations by the U.S. Energy Information Administration.Thankfully, you dont have to alter your driving habits or buy a new car to get some relief.
Here are some quick, inexpensive, easy ways to save money.
Mind the air to save money on fuelThe U.S.
Energy Department reports that under-inflated tires can increase fuel consumption by up to 3 percent. One study estimates that 50-80 percent of the tires rolling on U.S. roads are under inflated. Astonishingly, we could save up to 2 billion gallons of gas each year simply by properly inflating our tires.Secondly, a clogged air filter can increase fuel consumption by as much as 10 percent. Air filters keep impurities from damaging the interior of the engine, so replacing dirty filters will save...
Giving Car Costs an Overhaul
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Kid Galaxy Introduces Innovative Toys and Games for 2005
Kid Galaxy, a company known for its fun, whimsical and remarkably creative radio-controlled toys, expands its most popular lines just in time for Toy Fair 2005.
Expertly engineered with unique designs and attractive price points, each of these colorful, imaginative toys provides hours of fun. In addition, there's the bonus of extra entertainment as Kid Galaxy's R-C toys always do something completely unexpected.
Even the controllers are cleverly designed to match each individual toy in color and theme.A New Morphibian Enters the Pond ? A Greater GatorJoining the super popular Land Shark and Dirt Frog is the newest Morphibian in the swamp ? the toothsome Gator.
With textured skin as green as a lily pad, headlight eyes atop its head and pointy white teeth comprising its grill, the Gator looks as tough and fearsome as the real thing ? only with large tread tires and four-wheel drive.
Equally adept in mud, sand or water, this radio-controlled creature...
Kid Galaxy Introduces Innovative Toys and Games for 2005
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Mazda Invades the Country with its Zoom-Zoom Event
With the success of the previously held Zoom-Zoom Live Tour, Mazda North American Operations is again taking its valued enthusiasts to an enjoyable tour across the country. Said live tour is scheduled to happen at the California Speedway in Fontana, California. On October 28, Saturday, the tour will be from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. On the 29th, fun drive will be from 8:15 a.m.
to 3 p.m.
The 2nd annual Zoom-Zoom Live is designed for the residents of Los Angeles to enjoy and savor. Said individuals will be experiencing the Mazda's mantra, which is ? 'Always the soul of a sports car'.
Said event will be participated by about 50,000 car lovers within Los Angeles territory. The tour will make use of Mazda vehicles to invade different cities in the country. Zoom-Zoom Live Tour is one of the most exciting driving event around the globe. In said events participants are given the chance to experience a different drive feel that will certainly boost their...
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