Rock on Summer!

Aaaah, what a difference a bit of sun can make! Makes all us office folk green with envy at the thought of people hitting the beach and soaking up some much needed sun! Pray this heat lasts until the weekend! :-|

Speaking of hitting the beach, the perfect outdoor buddy to accompany you to the beach this Summer is Civvio's Bluetooth Travel Speakers and Handsfree kit! Housed in a nifty zip up protective neoprene case, these compact little speakers pack a punch in terms of sound quality and overall convenience.

Liron Segev's (voted SA's 2012 Top SA Techie Blogger) feedback, when reviewing this fantastic new product was, "Initial reaction: WOW. I have used Bluetooth speakers before but the quality on these are unreal." 

Follow this link for Liron's very complementary, comprehensive review on the Civvio Bluetooth Travel Speakers and Handsfree kit.

Complete with a carry cord and carabiner, the device may be easily attached within your car (for use as a handsfree kit) or snapped onto your back pack when out and about.

The push of one button, enables the user to move directly from music mode to calls. Another advantage of this device is that it is extremely versatile in that it's compatible with most bluetooth enabled phones, MP3 players etc.

A steal at just R499.00, head to Due South stores nationwide before the mad Xmas rush kicks in...they make an awesome gift for any person, be they young or old!

Civvio - Nylon Swat watch

Everyone loves choice, and the possibility of change, that's why our latest watch, the Civvio Nylon Swat watch offers exactly that!

With not one, but two interchangeable nylon straps, in either black with red stripes or black with grey stripes, the Civvio Nylon Swat watch gives you the power to adjust your look!

So whether you're in the mood for something a little more sporty or something for the outdoors, this versatile watch suits every occasion.

Complete with quality Japanese movement, it's as tough on the inside as it is on the outside, packaged in our signature eco-thentic card cube.

Get yours now for only R299.00 at you nearest Due South store, countrywide.

Civvio - Waterproof MP3 Player + FM Tuner

It's Spring!!! Well almost... Still a bit fresh here in The Mother City, but none the less, that has not stopped Civvio from gearing up with another amazing and innovative product launch!

Introducing the  Civvio - Waterproof MP3 Player + FM Tuner - It's one of the smallest fully integrated waterproof MP3 players available on the market, and perfect for an active lifestyle.

Check out some of the impressive specs below:

·         It’s waterproof to 3m (IPX8 rated)
·         It floats on water (so will not sink if knocked off during your activities)
·         4GB – which can be used as a normal USB stick
·         Plus FM Tuner
·         Awesome sound
·         Grips to your head and stays on
·         Includes 5 sets of rubber ear plugs, of varying sizes to suit activities accordingly

Perfect for Surf-ski Paddling, Supping, Surfing, Swimming etc

So be sure to not miss a beat this summer, and stay tuned to your favorite radio station or load up that power playlist you have ready for the ultimate workout!

Retailing at Due South stores countrywide, for only R999.00.

Civvio Carbonised Bamboo Watches – hitting a Due South store near you!

Civvio Carbonised Bamboo Watches – NOW IN STOCK!

Previously we only had CAD renderings of these watches, now see them in the flesh, or should we say Bamboo!

Be the envy of your friends and earn bragging rights to being one of the first peeps country wide to be seen sporting one of our new Civvio eco-styles! 

Check out our 3 new exciting additions!

Civvio Carbonised Bamboo/Maple Blend Watch – R699.00

A sizeable 52mm case is complimented by the luxurious wood/bamboo tones of both bezel and strap.

 

Civvio Carbonised Bamboo Square Watch – R649.00

Complete with high quality Japanese Miyota movement and housed in the ever popular eco-thentic card cube, this watch is a step ahead of the rest both in styling and completely accessible price point.

  

Civvio Carbonised Bamboo Watch – R599.00

With classical styling but innovative new material use, this carbonised bamboo watch, with it's 44mm case and light gold finishings is a must have accessory for any fashion forward eco enthusiast.

Each watch is packaged in our eco-thentic card cube and makes for an awesome gifting option.

Pre-order yours today and receive a 10% discount.

Wood / Bamboo Watches all the rage!

Eco-products really have been the flavour of the year with new brands cottoning onto the concept all the time along with new nature inspired products coming to the forefront.

The Civvio Wooden watch range, stocked by Due South stores nationwide, has been a hit.

Both the rich sandalwood watch and the crisp clean maple watch have been the media world's darlings and received loads of magazine exposure with editors and stylists alike clamoring to include images of these novel items in their fashion forward spreads.

Civvio fans will be glad to know that the Civvio Natural range is expanding to 3 awesome new styles which, are being baked and hand carved as we speak.

These 3 styles being available in Due South stores from late August. Keep your eyes peeled on our Facebook page for updated pictures and news of their landing.

A new feature of these watches being carbonised (burnt) bamboo versions as well as a bamboo/maple blend option. The sizeable two tone version comes complete with calendar and let's not forget that all 3 styles include quality Japanese Miyota movement.

Those who pre-order their wooden watches, online at www.civvio.com, will get a 10% discount off each style bought and will have bragging rights to being one of the first peeps countrywide to be sporting one of our new Civvio eco-styles. :-)

3d drawings never quite do a product justice right, but, to get those saliva glands working, I thought I'd share those styles currently in production....colouring will vary slightly from the images below.

As always, the watches will be housed in their eco-thentic card cube and make an awesome gifting option.

Prices from left to right will be: R699.00 - R649.00 - R599.00

Should you still be totally in love with our styles from last season, stock remains at Due South stores, just give them a shout to make sure before you head out :-)

Out with the Old, In with the New!

If you're a CiVViO fan, you'll most probably be aware of the awesome clearance sale we had last week. This proved to be so successful and created so much demand, we have decided to leave the sale running, with no clear end in mind :-)

Be sure to pop down to 48 Bell Crescent, Westlake Business Park, Tokai for great deals on end of line stock and fun and interesting international samples.

On another exciting note, our new ranges are currently being packed and leave for our main stockists in the coming week.

The Orbit watch, with it's silky soft negative ion infused silicon strap, is a digital watch with all the bells and whistles. Date, time, stop watch, chime, alarm and back light all come housed in a 5ATM water resistant housing.

The perfect accessory for an active and outdoor lifestyle. Black, lagoon blue, pink and red - pick a colour of your choice!!!

For just R199.00, you can't afford to miss out on this quality time piece.

The Orbit watches sister is the Plasma watch. With its sleek and futuristic styling, the Plasma also comes complete with a negative ion infused silicon strap and has time, date and back light function.  

This range is available in pink, black and blue and has a 3ATM water resistance and will be retailing for R179.00

A special feature of the watch is that, unless the side buttons are activated, the watch screen remains blank so it really is a very subtle but stylish accessory :-)

The Splash II has already received loads of interest from our regular fans with people chomping at the bit for them to arrive at stores. Available across 3 colours; red, lime and cobalt blue, the pitch black negative ion infused silicon straps pop with colour. 

This range comes with 5 ATM water resistance and a useful calendar to keep your days in check. The Splash II retails for R189.00.

 Our much anticipated Grid watches arrive at the end of June. Production is nearly complete!

The completely unique case comes across 4 colours; bush green, black, red and a bright yellow.

This sizey digital watch is again, full house with date, time, stop watch, chime, alarm and back light with 3ATM water resistance. As a teaser, check out the yellow Grid watch below....interested? :-)

On a new and exciting sound front, the brand new CiVViO Bluetooth Travel Speaker and Handsfree Kit is set to revolutionize your day to day life in terms of quality sound and convenient mobile use.

Housed in a protective zip up PU case with a nifty carabiner, the speaker pouch conveniently clips to your travel pack or rear view mirror - a perfect companion for those active and on the go.

Set to retail at R499.00 at Due South stores nationwide, these nifty speakers will be the perfect gift for any Dad this Father's Day. Check out our opening special of R449.00 on www.civvio.com.

Get with the times SA!....legalise the growth of industrial hemp!

Recently, H&M, one of the world's largest retailers announced the launch of their eco-aware "Conscious Collection". H&M become eco-aware! If one of the World's money hungry giants can start making a difference, then SA better jump on the bus and get with the times!

Celebrities the world over are becoming staunch fans of hemp - hey, Woody Harrelson so much so that he wore a tux made of it!

With the global economy being in serious decline, legalised industrial hemp production in South Africa really would be a giant leap forward in job creation and reduced farming costs -- no need to spend loads on unnecessary pesticides..hemp (our wonder plant) is immune to most pests and weeds.

With water being an ever present issue the world over, hemp's water wise characteristics are another plus for the plant. Hemp's long reaching root system also discourages soil erosion and, with every harvest, the crops actually replenish the soil with nutrients as opposed to leaching it dry. Evidence has shown much higher wheat yields after being planted in fields that the season before, had hosted hemp.

The list as to why people the World over should begin choosing hemp, or for that fact, even organic cotton, is extensive so I needn't ramble on however, these interesting facts below make for interesting reading and encourage most into expressing the words, "Hmph, who would've thought!?".

Did you know that hemp has been in use since 770 AD in order to make everything from clothing, to rope, as well as paper.

American money was once printed on a hemp type paper along with the declaration of independence! Crazy but true!

With the legal growth of hemp in South Africa yet to be passed, I sit and scratch my head wondering what the hold up is?

Sure, it's "apparently" tough to police due to the similarities in appearance to its sister plant marijuana however, the benefits that we stand to achieve in terms of job creation, economic upliftment and becoming more ecologically aware and responsible are massive.

The planting patterns of the 2 plants however, are really quite different so one begs to ask the question, why in fact is the policing part so difficult?

Marijuana is planted with wide spaces between each plant in order to encourage the leaves to grow larger. Hemp is densely packed when grown in order to encourage a strong and thick stem...essential to get the greatest fibers from...essential for efficient paper and cloth production.

Anyhoo, enough with the semantics...now's your chance to get with global eco-aware trends and make a difference.

Citymob currently have an unbelievable sale on our latest CiVViO hemp/organic cotton tee range. Pay R199 as opposed to the normal retail price of R299! CiVViO 55%hemp / 45% organic cotton tees go for a song!

Should you miss this awesome promotion or be a technofobe and prefer trying clothes on first, head on down to Due South stores today! - only drawback though...normal RRP's will apply.

You won't be disappointed...the more hemp gets worn and washed, the softer it becomes. You and your hemp tee are in for a long relationship together. The world's most durable natural fiber is making a name for itself on the map! Don't miss out!