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Lancia Ypsilon and Musa Diva Collection

In its never ending campaign to position their cars as the fashionable choice, Italian automaker Lancia has launched two new versions of its tiny Musa and Ypsilon cars called the Diva Collection.

Just what sets the Diva models apart from the standard models is beyond us, since the Italian-only press release doesn't tell us much. But there appears to be some chrome involved, and a range of low-output engines below 100 horsepower on offer. The pair of special editions are set to appear in a new television ad campaign.

Gallery: Lancia Ypsilon and Musa "Diva Collection"

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Bugatti Espresso Machine

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Filed under: Dining

Easily one of the most stylish espresso machines on the market, even sleeker than the eye-candy Francis Francis machines, the Diva Espresso Machine, by Bugatti. The unit is made of die-cast aluminum with a chromed finish, has a 15-bar pump for quick extraction and a fast startup time for the built-in heating elements. The machine pulls two shots at a time, either through fresh packed grounds or pods, and has an attached steam wand for frothing milk, a process which is helped along by the easy-to-read gauge in the front of the machine that clearly marks the appropriate temperature ranges for pulling shots and steaming milk. Price: €650 ($825).

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Crystal Roc Instruments

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Filed under: Gadgets

Musicians and other celebrities who pretend to be musicians love bling, no question about it. Crystal Roc Instruments has Swarovski-encrusted microphones, guitars, drum kits and more, all of which are perfect for the pop diva who needs something to draw attention away from the sound of her voice. The line was developed by music producer Morten Schjolin, whose clients include LeeAnn Rhymes and J Lo, and will be available by the end of the year. Pictured here is the Retro Mike, the signature piece of the line, which is expected to retail for around $3,800(£2,000).