This summer, a dear friend of mine is getting married and she has wished for us bridesmaids to be dressed in pastel colors, every girl in a different shade, from rose to lavender, from light blue to soft yellow. My assigned hue is mint green and so I have been looking for the perfect gown. I came across those two beautiful dresses that might look pretty much the same but if you check their price tag, you might be extremely surprised…
SPLURGE: Pleated silk-chiffon gown by Elie Saab
STEAL: Cross front plissé-chiffon gown 
by Halston Heritage
LoL, Sandra
Here is the second look from my Firenze4Ever style lab with Luisaviaroma, shot at the Helvetia Bristol hotel in Florence. This one is actually my favourite outfit. I adore this amazing custom-made gown by Fausto Puglisi. The thigh-high slit is so sexy, revealing a lot of leg and combined with the headpiece, that you have to carry gracefully, it is all about drama.
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My look: Embroidered tartan and wool crepe gown by Fausto Puglisi, ultra high suede platform pumps and red jeweled nappa leather clutch, both by Giuseppe Zanotti, mask with feathers by Idriss Guelai Atelier.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Tommaso Fontanella
The official sale at mytheresa.com has started and there are some fab pieces marked down up to 50%. I always recommend not to shop too season-oriented. For example, look out for some iconic prints like this
long dress by Emilio Pucci to the left or shop an amazing gown for your next black tie gala such as this stunningblack and white silk one by Marchesa Notte to the right.
A pair of animal print pumps by Rupert Sanderson will last for many seasons to come.
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LoL, Sandra
All eyes are on Britain right now as the nation prepares for Queen Elizabeth II’s Diamond Jubilee. To celebrate, I would like to spotlight more of the signature style of the (grand)mother of all fashion icons and the cool Britannia must-have sweaters you need to pledge allegiance and join the party.
1 Tuck Union Jack-print silk-chiffon dress by Vivienne Westwood Gold Label
2 Long Ball Union Jack-print silk-georgette gown by Vivienne Westwood Gold Label
3 Aireshire printed cotton-jersey sweatshirt by Aubin & Wills
4 Union Jack Bag sequined merino wool sweater by Markus Lupfer
5 Crown sequined merino wool sweater by Markus Lupfer
For the previous post on the most stylish Union Jack accessories, please click here.
LoL, Sandra
This was my outfit for the gala event with Roger Dubuis in Monte Carlo last Thursday:
Gown and fur scarf by Gucci, tiny belt by Prada, suede pumps by Yves Saint Laurent
, clutch with peacock feathers by Matthew Williamson, earrings by Chanel, watch by Roger Dubuis and ring by Dior Haute Joaillerie. On my nails: 08 Pirate by Chanel.
Have a lovely week!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
I still owe you the last three looks from the LuisaViaRoma Total Styling Lab. Let’s start with my favourite black tie look for summer: A vibrant and bold colour mix with the right amount of romance and femininity.
Gown: GIAMBATTISTA VALLI – Clutch: PHILIPPE ROUCOU – Platform Shoes: VERSACE – Statement Necklace: FRANCESCA VILLA
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And don’t forget: Bright is the night is the motto!
LoL, Sandra
Happy New Year to you, my dear readers, may all your dreams and resolutions come true.
I started 2011 in St. Moritz, the glamorous place in the Alps that calls itself „the Top of the World“. The Swiss mountain village has been home to the jet set since many years, attracting celebrities, princesses and socialites from everywhere. When it comes to fashion, luxury is the keyword.
And speaking of glamour and over the top, the typical St. Moritz style means fur, fine jewelry, sequined dresses, lots of glitz and sparkles. In case that you forgot to pack something adequate, no worries. St. Moritz is a great place to shop with all big brands represented. So for somebody like me, who is not an avid skier there is enough entertainment program.
My St. Moritz look: Sequined dress by Balmain, sequined clutch with bow by Valentino, earrings by Prada and Tribtoo pumps by Yves Saint Laurent.
Last night, I went to the traditional New Year’s Eve cocktail reception hosted by well-known publisher Jürg Marquard and his wife Raquel.
The party always takes place in their amazing apartment located in the tower of the famous Badrutt’s Palace hotel overlooking the lake of St. Moritz. Previous tenant until the early ninties was gentleman-playboy Gunter Sachs.
My German based readers might recognize some of the faces below… Enjoy all those photos of beautiful people in beautiful outfits!
That is St. Moritz!
To a wonderful 2011!
LoL, Sandra
Hostess Raquel Marquard in a gorgeous gown by Dolce & Gabbana with her daughter, model Bianca Gubser to the left
Sophie Hermann wore one of the nicest dresses of the evening by Atelier Versace
Rebecca Schmid Robinson with me, both in sequined dresses
Dorothea Mühlemann in Alaia
Fabienne Bratschi in Dolce & Gabbana and Radio 24-host Elena Bernasconi, "The Redhead"
Nina Riegel and Alexandra Knapp Voith in Roberto Cavalli
Inga Jacobi in Valentino
From left to right: Hotelier couple Gigi and Andrea Kracht, me and Inga Jacobi
Andreas Knapp Voith with turquoise nail polish matching Raquel Marquard's dress
Gentleman with style: Andreas Knapp Voith wore the most extraordinary pair of shoes by Prada
Badrutt's Palace New Year's Eve decoration
Merry Christmas to all my readers around the world and even if you do not celebrate this holiday, I wish a you a wonderful end of the year season. One thing all fashionistas have in common is the desire to look stylish!
Here is my festive look for you. I am completely in love with these shoes by Alberto Guardini. The best gift for all make-up addicts… and the others, too. Available at Colette.
Let’s hope that you will get lots of fashionable presents.
To a wonderful holy night!
LoL, Sandra
