My Look: Happy New Year from Bangkok

Happy New Year 2014-Sandra Bauknecht

Happy New Year from Bangkok where I am at the moment. I hope that you started 2014 in a very fun way. Today is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one!

On the first day of the year, I am exploring the Thai city a little more with all its shrines and spirit houses. Something that you can see here on every corner. It is a truly amazing place to visit.

My look: Zebra print top by Saint Laurentgrey mid-rise skinny leg distressed jean by J Brand, studded leather loafers iconby Miu MiuDonna hobo bag in vine green by Alexander Wang and floral sunglasses by Dolce & Gabbana.

Thao Maha Brahma

The Erawan Shrine (officially named Thao Maha Brahma) in Bangkok is not old, but it is an interesting testament of the role of religion in modern Thai society. In 1955, the founder of the Erawan hotel was told by an astrologist, that the time for laying the foundation stone was not really right. It could only be corrected by building a shrine in the area. Following this advice, the Thao Maha Brahma was enshrined one year later.

The Erawan Shrine is located on the northwest corner of the Grand Hyatt Erawan property, near the Chit Lom stop on the skytrain. It consists of a golden statue, the Thao Mana Brahma, that sits beneath a glittering canopy, surrounded by offerings of flowers, incese and candles. The area is crowded with worshippers day and night and always wafting with incense smoke. A very magical place to visit and a great spot to wish for a Happy New Year.

Enjoy some of my impressions and of course stay tuned for more…

LoL, Sandra

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My Look: Firenze4Ever Summer Festival

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LUISAVIAROMA‘s Firenze4Ever always feels like a summer festival, the days and nights are filled with amazing events and beautiful experiences. You get to meet famous designers, mingle with your fellow blogger colleagues and enjoy one of the most beautiful cities in Italy, Florence. Here you see me on the way to the store. More impressions coming up soon…

My look: Sheer plissé dress (50% off now) and cuff, both iconby Stella McCartney, Inga strappy sandals by Gucci and vine green Donna hobo bag by Alexander Wang.

LoL, Sandra

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Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht