Stuttgart ? The Lifestyle Collection 2008 adds an extra sparkle to the Mercedes-Benz star. Several of the personal accessories in the range are studded with genuine Swarovski crystals for an exclusive finishing touch, while refined materials and expressive styles ensure a quality look throughout. Several of the Lifestyle products were specially developed to echo the separate Classic, Elegance and Avantgarde design and equipment lines found in the car range. The range of Mercedes-Benz genuine accessories for cars is also packed with seasonal gift ideas.
Design brings a company?s brand values to life: as the current Lifestyle Collection 2008 from Mercedes-Benz Accessories GmbH demonstrates with an exclusive selection of watches, pens, sunglasses, fashion products, travel items, model cars, gift ideas and sports equipment.
The attention to detail is evident in, for example, the extensive selection of watches. Some of the intricately designed women?s watches here feature finely cut Swarovski crystals, which add sparkle and glamour. Elsewhere, rhinestone details catch the light ? it?s not just the name of the ?Las Vegas? key ring that recalls the glitter of that UScity. The unisex satin baseball cap is also designed to impress: metallic, shimmering lurex yarns and the silver embroidered emblem on the front create an unmistakable look, and the special colour ? ?champagne? ? adds a hint of luxury.
The stylish elegance and impressive functionality of the Lifestyle Collection 2008 continue in the selection of high-quality pens. The special appeal here lies in the various contrasts. The fountain pen and rollerball, for example, are all about the effective combination of black and gleaming silver. The ballpoint pen offers further colour variants ? elegant ros? for women or exclusive chrome for men.
The perfect accessory for every design and equipment line
Various products within the collection are designed to reflect the three Mercedes-Benz design and equipment lines ? Classic, Elegance and Avantgarde ? echoing their typical colour schemes and forms. A range of items in timeless black was created for tradition and quality-conscious Classic fans. The Elegance concept ? a perfect combination of high-quality materials and select details ? is reflected, among other things, by the warm brown tone of the collection. The Avantgarde philosophy, shaped by values such as dynamism, comfort and luxury, is reflected in a series of Lifestyle items in sporty red and stylish champagne.
Basic items for female Classic fans include a women?s fashion watch, which has a black leather strap and a dial studded with Swarovski crystals, a cashmere pullover in the same colour and a coordinating silk scarf. These are complemented by eye-catching, timeless yet contemporary leather accessories ? a handbag, a cosmetics bag, a wallet and a belt. In the men?s range the tone is set by a fashionable striped wool/cashmere scarf and a pullover in merino/pure new wool. There are also practical leather business bags ? the perfect accessories for work, with numerous compartments, a mobile-phone pocket and a special sleeve for attaching to the handle of an upright suitcase.
The Elegance and Avantgarde lines are equally diverse, each with its own individual styling. Both also include a colour-coordinating women?s watch, studded with Swarovski crystals, a sportily elegant men?s suede jacket and attractive accessories.
Function and fashion
Other items from the current Lifestyle Collection 2008 can be combined with the individual lines. Here the specific use of colours plays a key role. The black 2-in-1 jacket, for example, is ideal for Classic fans. With a reversible jacket inside, this flexible item is ideal for any weather and any situation.For female Elegance and Avantgarde fans there is a highly contemporary short leather coat in beige. And a coordinating women?s luggage edition, exclusively for Mercedes-Benz by Samsonite: the champagne-coloured vanity case conveniently slots on top of the small upright case ? an elegant and functional wheeled suitcase measuring 40 by 55 by 22 centimetres, a practical size, designed to make the most of every journey.
Big fun for little people
There?s plenty for the next generation in the new Mercedes-Benz Lifestyle Collection 2008 too. The traffic signs and traffic light offer a fun way to learn about road safety. And for those who are keen to sit behind the wheel there?s the Bobby Benz SLK 55 AMG, which mirrors its larger counterpart. This sporty single-seater, from renowned manufacturer BIG, features a sports steering wheel, wheels which echo the aluminium counterparts on the original and two circular instruments. Books of exciting adventure stories, a colouring book, a jigsaw and accessories for kindergarten, school and home round off the range.
Gift ideas from the accessories range
The range of tailor-made accessories for all Mercedes-Benz car models is packed with gift ideas ? including plenty for this colder time of year. Mercedes-Benz Accessories GmbH offers tailor-made solutions for the safe, convenient transport of valuable sports equipment such as snowboards, skis, sticks or boots. The multifunctional Alustyle carrier system allows the ski and snowboard rack, specially tailored to the basic carrier bars, to be fitted quickly and easily. A wide variety of loading variants extends from two pairs of skis and two snowboards to up to six pairs of skis without sticks. The rack systems are tested to strict Mercedes-Benz standards. They can also be locked to protect them against theft.
If there are only two pairs of skis to transport, they can be carried securely and cleanly inside the vehicle in a ski bag. With straps for carrying and for securing, the bag can be anchored to the load-securing rings in the load compartment.
Specially designed luggage sets are available for Mercedes-Benz roof boxes L and XL, made from hardwearing and water-repellent polyester. They can be used to stow away skis, boots or sportswear, keeping them dry. As an alternative there is a ski rack insert which provides a secure hold for up to five pairs of skis, depending on the bindings and the roof box.
The black/grey 12V coolbox is ideal for warming drinks out on the slopes, as it can be switched from cold to warm. The hard case, with its practical carrying strap, has a capacity of 24 litres and the standard fabric cover offers room for extra items.
Switch early to winter tyres
When temperatures fall, winter tyres become indispensable. They significantly shorten stopping distances on snow and ice and increase ride stability and roadholding in the wet too. Switching early means you are ready for the first snow and are able to avoid waiting times and fines.
Mercedes-Benz collaborates closely with tyre manufacturers on the development, ensuring the tyres are perfectly attuned to the different requirements of the various model series. The result is the ?MO? seal ? for Mercedes-Benz Original ? which is clearly marked on the flank of the tyre. It stands for resilience and durability, coupled with optimum ride comfort and reliability. The Mercedes-Benz products regularly rank top in tests by independent testing authorities and by specialist journals.
Winter wheel/tyre combinationsare a particularly practical option. Here Mercedes-Benz quality is combined with a brand-typical design and attractive conditions. The range covers all current car models and also allows combination with exclusive incenio designer light-alloy wheels.
For optimum grip, even in extremely snowy conditions, the range of accessories includes the Rudmatic-Disc snow chain system . The user-friendly design means that the chains can be fitted and removed quickly. A tough plastic ring protects the precious light-alloy wheels from scratches or damage.
The Mercedes-Benz Lifestyle Collection 2008 and Mercedes-Benz accessories are available now.
