Tuesday 22 March 2011

The #NINE Collection by Voila


The #NINE Collection by Voila offers a unique combination of style, sophistication and function that also is sure to stand out in any crowd.
Inspired by the Chinese Fend Shui aesthetic, the #NINE Collection by Voila features a figure eight design with two harmoniously balanced watch faces. In a surprising move, Voila has designed the #NINE Collection to feature local time on its upper face, while the lower face is intended for a global time of the wearer’s choice. Although this undoubtedly has the potential to cause confusion, for the careful wearer it’s sure to be an appealing touch.
Available in either stainless steel or in gold plating, the #NINE Collection by Voila is a dramatic albeit delicate fashion statement that screams luxury.
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The Wooden Xbox



The Wooden Xbox, a 1:1 copy of the original Xbox from Micrososft, is an absolute must have for gamer freaks and the eco-conscious. Sculpted by Ben Winfield, this Wooden Xbox looks like the real thing, with a carved Xbox logo, power and eject buttons, and four controller ports. What’s impressive is that it comes complete with a Wooden Xbox controller that has a pair of moving analog sticks, which works just like the real thing.
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Charity Sushi Cupcakes


Cakes for Japan is a series of pop-up cake shops all with the aim of raising funds for the Red Cross following the recent series of devastating events in Japan. Masterminded by Miss Cakehead and started in London, Cakes for Japan includes cake shops that have a unique twist, selling only treats which have been inspired by Japan. Green tea and cherry loaves, sushi cake pops, Hello Kitty Cupcakes, brownies representing the Japanese flag and painted cherry blossom cookies were just some of the goodies on sale at the London event, which sold out in just under 3 hours. Other Cakes for Japan events are now taking place across the UK, with one even taking place in Germany.
It’s a very simple fundraising concept and hopefully one which many more will copy. Cake makers donate delicious goods free of charge, which are then sold to the general public. All proceeds of Cakes for Japan go towards lending a helping hand—if a cake is bought for £5, then £5 goes to the Red Cross. Cake and charity certainly appear to be a perfect match.
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