True beauty comes from within (and make-up, of course). Without joking, beauty is a funny thing… and most of us might be most of the time focused on our own appearance, pursuing the goal of looking “the best” – at least externally.
Personally speaking, I think what really makes you beautiful is the right attitude. Being happy with yourself might give you this certain charisma and glow no beauty product can achieve. Live life to the fullest, don’t criticize yourself all the time. We spend too much time living in the ‘what if’ and ‘if I had‘. As Robert Brault puts it briefly: “Enjoy the little things, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things.”
As I don’t want to start the week too seriously, let’s get inspired by Bo Derek who said once: “Whoever said money can’t buy happiness simply didn’t know where to go shopping.” My new Bvlgari bag definitely put a big smile on my face. And doesn’t a smile always make us more beautiful in the end… with this is mind, let’s jump on the latest trend.
My look: Safari dress by Pascal Millet (from his extremely beautiful S/S 2013 collection), ultraviolet Serpenti shoulder bag by Bvlgari (also availble in beige), pointed leather Mary-Jane pumps and crinkled print scarf, both by Saint Laurent, Happy Diamonds ring by Chopard, Tank Americaine watch in yellow gold with diamonds by Cartier, 4810 hoop earrings in pink gold with diamonds by Montblanc, bangles by Sal y Limon, floral sunglasses by Prada and Pearls stay-up by Wolford.
Have a great week!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
I have been following Pascal Millet from his very first collection in his own name. When I met him in 2010 to discover his creations for S/S 2011 in the showroom, I was overwhelmed by his love for detail, his couture-like cuts and the very Parisian chic.
Yesterday, he turned over a new leaf with his first show during Paris Fashion Week. This season, he drew his inspiration in the narrow alleys of Tangier, its colours and textures. The fabrics were beautiful from stretch leather to fishnet cotton, from sequined Chantilly lace to linen whipcord. The colour palette showed all hues that you can find in Morocco, sand, spice, white, deep black and Tadelakt green.
Rock the Casbah!
Me front row
Above you can see my two favourite looks, perfect for all fashionable city nomads. Modern, sleek and sexy.
His eveningwear was just so beautiful:
Pascal Millet
After the show, I went backstage to congratulate Pascal on his collection.
Spotted at the show: French actress Ana Girardot.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Last week in Paris, I went to Pascal Millet’s showroom located beautifully near Notre-Dame with some stunning views of the Seine. His second collection in his own name for S/S 2011 is once more very couture, paying tribute to the Parisian chic. The designer was inspired by the work of Christopher Wool and Guy de Rougemont. The clothes were wonderfully displayed playing with fashion and art.
Structured pieces, of current elegance, of graphic poetry, in which the “Millet” touch is deeply imprinted. I love his rounded, fitted shoulders and the extraordinary hem details. The season’s ticket will be urban and sexy, announcing a sensual summer, colourful, with a delectable “gipsy” feel. For further information, please send an e-mail to .
An alluring encounter in the alleys of an Art Fair, see for yourself!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Pascal Millet and © Sandra Bauknecht
Pascal Millet with me wearing a hat from his S/S 2011 collection
Meet Pascal Millet and his first collection for F/W 2010 in his own name. Contemporary, modern with a couture allure- that would be the perfect description.
The designer began his career as the assistant to Michel Goma at Balenciaga, stylist with Givenchy, then continued to work with John Galliano and Alexander McQueen, before taking over as artistic director of Carven in 2001.
Now he has fulfilled his dream and opened his house in Paris. “La Parisienne” in all her splendor is anyway his greatest source of inspiration. The style is evening cocktail. I love the colour combination of blue and black in particular.
Available at Galeries Lafayette in Paris or for more information visit his homepage.
LoL, Sandra
