«You use the way you dress to give a message to someone else. So I don’t understand why sometimes it becomes so controversial.» – Franca Sozzani
She was much-loved, Vogue Italia editor-in-chief Franca Sozzani passed away in Milan on Thursday after a year-long illness. She was only 66 years old.
Franca Sozzani in her home office in Milan.
Having led the magazine for 28 years, she has transformed Vogue Italia into a platform for honoring the power of the image and of photography. For me, she has always been an idol with her great style, the long wavy blond hair and her warm-hearted and elf-like appearance. She was very open, never shied away from pop culture, gifting Kim Kardashian her first Vogue appearance and defending fashion bloggers well before they were an established part of the industry.
Always smiling, never pretentious, Franca front row.
A modern woman, who combined motherhood and business. She was extremely close to her only son, Francesco Carrozzini, who in the final year of her life directed a well-respected documentary about her, which commentators described as a love letter between a mother and a child. He was at her side when she died.
With her beloved son Francesco Carrozzini.
The fashion world has lost an icon. RIP Franca – you will be missed!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Peter Lindbergh, © Angelo Pennetta for WSJ Magazine, © The Satorialist, © Bruce Weber for Vogue October 2016, © Vogue Italia
Ready, steady, GO! … straight to the newsstand to get your December issue of L’Officiel Switzerland packed full of interviews, glitzy jewellery and, of course, fantastic fashion for the holiday season, such as this amazing CHANEL Haute Couture ensemble that our cover girl Yulia Terenti is wearing in combination with a Cartier bracelet.
Me at work while interviewing Katy Perry
I am extremely proud of this issue that features some of my most amazing interviews I did recently with Nicole Kidman, Elton John, Ron Arad and Katy Perry. Of course they will be coming up soon here on Sandra’s Closet as well. So stay tuned and have a great week!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Via L’Officiel Switzerland December 2015
Cover Photo: © Oli Kearon Photography and Styling by Fleur Huynh Evans
With the fall season right around the corner, it is the perfect time of the year for entertaining. I love throwing a theme soiree in an intimate gathering. I am not the most dedicated chef, but I absolutely adore table settings and decorations. For this photo shoot (for SI Style Magazine), I went for an Asian inspired theme (most pieces available at Jelmoli).
How to get started? First, of course, with your invites. Having an accurate guest count is essential for a dinner party, especially if you are planning on having some special surprises like personalized napkins for your friends to take home (available for order at Kids and the City). I like to tie ribbons around them to match the color theme of the night.
Personally speaking, a beautiful table setting is like the canvas for a perfect meal. On the morning before the event, I love going to the flower market and getting fresh blooms. I usually place them in the center as well as in small pots and vases everywhere in the room. My rule is to keep all flowers and candle low enough that guests can have great conversations over them. Very important is that you stay with non-scented candles since you don’t want to interfere with the tastes and smells of your food.
Once your guests have arrived, relax and enjoy the good company, delightful ambiance, and delicious food you put so much work into. It’s time for the hostess to enjoy, too!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Agi Simoes for SI Style Magazine
First of all, let me tell you, I hate sun creams. For me, it is something I have to apply to protect my skin but cannot be bothered too much with. So my ideal solution is to use it once and be protected the whole day.
La Roche-Posay ANTHELIOS XL CREAM SPF 50 (50ml, CHF 30.00) has become my favorite. It is perfect for sensitive and sun intolerant skin, very water-resistant and its UVA protection twice stricter than the European recommendation (for sun care) thanks to its patented and photostable filtering system Mexoplex®. Its moisturising velvety texture leaves no white marks and works for the body as well as for the face! The range includes also a BB (50ml, CHF 30.00) and a Blur cream (40ml, CHF 30.00), both with SPF 50.
Like this, you can enjoy the sun to the fullest and read our big summer issue of L’Officiel Switzerland that is now at the newsstands nationwide.
Happy Weekend!
LoL, Sandra
Photo: © Sandra Bauknecht
The perfect summer companion: L’OFFICIEL Schweiz/Suisse‘s ultra-fresh 240-page summer issue! Available at your newsstand, nationwide – get your copy now!
I truly love this time of the year when you finally get to wear your new summer pieces that have been eagerly waiting for their big moment in your closet. In my editorial I presented some of my favorites. You might recognize a few pieces from my recent outfit posts. The others will be coming up shortly.
1 Sea foam beaded tulle and navy lame dress by Rodarte
2 Guipure lace and linen-blend mini dress by Chloé
(Click here to see me wear it in St. Tropez.)
3 Printed canvas and braided leather tote by Emilio Pucci
4Beaded leather sandals by Saint Laurent
(Click here to see me wear them in Sardinia.)
5 Striped crochet-knit maxi dress by Missoni
LoL, Sandra
Cover by Ricardo Abrahao, featuring Kely Ferr in Marni with styling by Fleur Huynh Evans
Stills: Courtesy of the Brands
Please excuse my absence from blogging! For ten days, Sandra’s Closet stood still due to severe problems with the newsletter system. Due to this update, you still might experience some difficulties. Bare with me. I have been very busy during those last weeks with the magazine and another new exciting project I will tell you more about tomorrow.
The June issue of L’OFFICIEL Switzerland dedicated to high jewelry is available from today with Lauriane Gilliéron on the cover wearing Tommy Hilfiger and featuring Piaget‘s amazing “Limelight Mediterranean Garden Collection” shot by David Shama in Los Angeles under my fashion direction. Stay tuned for some fun making of pics coming up soon!
Moreover, the first full issue of L’OFFICIEL Voyage is also at the newsstand today – yes, I’ve been busy!
LoL, Sandra
Black and white. With the iconic colour combination that has become his signature, Karl Lagerfeld restrains the chromatic palette like no other. However, this season, the designer has decided to have some fun with colour, splashing the most intense shades into an accessory capsule collection. Introducing Karl Kolor: a series of bags, minaudières, watches, scarves, glasses, shoes and toys in the brightest hues imaginable.
Here you see me wearing some of his radiantly colourful pieces that cheerfully enhance the season’s looks. Proud to be a Karl Kid! Thanks for the feature in the new issue of KARL DAILY.
My look: Odina leather biker jacket, Ricci frill sleeveless dress, Bow feodora, Karl Kolor shopper and Melissa pumps, all by Karl Lagerfeld. Monocle gold-plated earrings by Maria Black, diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Happy Birthday to my baby, L’OFFICIEL Switzerland, and welcome to the big anniversary issue, our biggest one so far, filled with lots of S/S 2015 fashion, beauty, jewelry, travel and more! As my team and my humble self as editor-in-chief celebrate our first year on the market, we have prepared a truly super packed March Issue!
Also check out our second issue of HOMMES, with an exclusive interview with Carlos Leal – BOTH ISSUES OUT TOMORROW! By the way, our subscribers had it already today in their mail box, to subscribe, please click HERE.
LoL, Sandra
Photo: Courtesy of L’Officiel Switzerland
Dear Swiss readers, great news! The sparkling December issue of L’Officiel Switzerland, packed with the very best of fashion and style for the upcoming holiday season is at newsstands nationwide from now (available in German and French)!
Are you desperately looking for present ideas for your loved ones? Fear not, the new December issue features an amazing Christmas Wish List 2014, packed with extravagant ideas that come in poster size to be taken on your next shopping trip!
And in case you are curious to find out what I am doing in Bangkok right now, I recommend reading the article about the Cabinet of Curiosities by Thomas Erber.
More to be coming up soon on Sandra’s Closet!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of L’Officiel Switzerland, © Karen Rosetzski – Style: Equiline van Dooren
Last month, another baby was born: we celebrated the launch of L’OFFICIEL VOYAGE SWITZERLAND at the home of R Selection, the luxurious travel agency in Zurich.
The first issue of our new travel dedicated supplement which is published in German and French is still on newsstands nationwide, along with the October issue gracing Charlize Theron. Some of you might remember when I flew to Paris to interview the blonde actress. If you are interested, you have to hurry. There is not so much time left until our next L’OFFICIEL SWITZERLAND issue will arrive.
By the way, if you subscribe to L’OFFICIEL SWITZERLAND, you will get it a day earlier than the newsstands! The travel supplement will come for free with it twice a year.
Enjoy some of the impressions of our launch party below. I have to say that I am a very proud editor in chief and I truly love my job!
LoL, Sandra
Manuela Weber (Cinnamon Circle) with me
Framed by Roman Sägesser (R Selection) to the left and Stefan Hottinger-Behmer (L’Officiel Switzerland) to the right.
Supermodel Patricia Schmid who graced our launch issue came from Paris for the party, here she is with Werner Dirks (La Prairie Switzerland) and my humble self.
Two reasons to celebrate: the lovely Park Hyatt Zurich team, Malte Budde and Laura Amanzi, toast to the launch of L’Officiel Voyage and their own 10 year anniversary.
Photos: Courtesy of L’Officiel Switzerland and © Sandra Bauknecht
