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lg steamwasher at toronto fashion week

fashionweek1 lg steamwasher at toronto fashion weekSteam is in the air! Well, it is at Toronto Fashion Week, anyway, which wraps up its festivities tomorrow. Sponsored by LG Canada, this year’s Fashion Week didn’t just showcase lovely threads, it also presented us with how to care for those clothes, the focus being on LG’s line of steam cleaning washers and dryers.

I had the wonderful opportunity to attend a presentation in the big white tent on Tuesday, where a rep from LG showed off the SteamWashers in all their glory: sleek design, innovative features, and all amongst gorgeous garments by Canadian designer David Dixon.

These Energy Star rated washers and dryers truly are top of the line and they save you money in more ways than you thought possible. Their large capacity means fewer loads, cutting down on energy usage, money and time spent doing laundry. The steam cleaning is remarkable, with the SteamWasher lifting out stubborn stains and the steam cycle on the dryer reducing odors in 20 minutes… without the use of harmful detergents.

Concerned about your child’s allergies? No worries — the SteamWasher has an allergiene cycle that reduces common household allergens by more than 95%.

All in all, you’re saving time, money and energy — and lessening your impact on the environment. What more could you ask for in a washer and dryer?

Price: Washer and Dryer, $3499

Available at: Sears Canada

Want to know more about steam technology? Check out my Tech Style column in the May ’09 issue of Style at Home, where I talk to Frank Lee of LG Canada about why steam appliances are more expensive and why they’re worth it; plus, what other steam products are available for your home. On sale April 6th!

miele limited edition chocolate laundry set

miele choc laundry v11 miele limited edition chocolate laundry set

I fancy myself quite the chocolate connoisseur. Yup, I love chocolate in all its forms: dark or creamy; in a cake or in a drink; with nuts or with caramel; hot, warm, or cold. Well, my obsession has taken on a completely different meaning now that I’ve seen Miele’s Limited Edition Chocolate Laundry set.

This washer-and-dryer set is available in a rich chocolately shade and comes with all the fixings you could ask for. Its Energy Star rating comes from the washer’s ability to determine exact load-sizes, thus adjusting the water accordingly, while the dryer uses moisture sensors rather than timers to stop the load when it’s dry. Want even more eco-options? High water temperature in the washer allow for powerful cleaning results, meaning you can cut back on your high chlorine bleach. Plus, every machine is tested to last for 10,000 cycles and includes a 10-year warranty.

Don’t think you can resist this chocolate-y goodness? Be quick — these sets are only available while quantities last!

Price: starting from $3,495 a pair

Available at: check miele.ca for retailers

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