Sealed With Love

A declaration of romance with every step: the Faya 95 slingbacks captivate in luminous ruby-red satin, delicately framed by grosgrain trims. Elegant yet striking, the silhouette balances timeless femininity with modern allure, the perfect finishing touch for Valentine’s Day and beyond. Designed for moments meant to be remembered, this pair is less an accessory than a love letter sealed in scarlet.

TO SHOP THE FAYA 95 SLINGBACKS (€ 1050), CLICK HERE PLEASE.

My size is 36.5 … just saying!

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Jimmy Choo
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Tea, Gossip and a Touch of Gin Intrigue

Bridgerton Meets The Lanesborough
Tea, gossip and a touch of gin intrigue

Society is already abuzz with the latest must-attend occasion. According to the ever-reliable Lady Whistledown, The Lanesborough, one of London’s most prestigious addresses, has partnered with Netflix and Shondaland to present a limited-edition Afternoon Tea inspired by Season 4 of Bridgerton. Adding to the excitement, guests will be among the first to taste the new Hendrick’s gin, «Another Hendrick’s,» served exclusively as part of the experience.

Created to coincide with the season premiere on January 29, 2026 (with Part Two arriving February 26), the tea celebrates the elegance of the Regency era, grand balls, lavish dinners, and glittering soirées, reimagined with a modern twist. It is served in the hotel’s opulent dining room, where a glass-domed ceiling fills the space with daylight and chandeliers cast a romantic glow after dark.

The Menu

Designed by Head Pastry Chef Jolan Thiry, the menu pays tribute to key characters and moments from the new season.

Savory Selection
Expect refined finger sandwiches and tartlets filled with Westcombe Cheddar and spring onion aioli, Scottish smoked salmon with citrus crème fraîche, harissa-spiced chicken with basil, and cucumber, avocado, and mint on a truffle potato roll. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are also available.

Sweet Highlights
Standouts include The Lady in Silver, a lemon sponge with vanilla cream and yuzu gel adorned with edible silver, and Benedict’s Masquerade, a chocolate and tonka mousse with hazelnut praline. Let Love Take Flight pairs blackberry mousse with sesame sponge, while Cottage Bloom features ginger and green apple with delicate floral notes — each creation inspired by romance, mystery, and the show’s signature drama.

Cocktails & Mocktails
The Forbidden Love cocktail blends «Another Hendrick’s» gin with vanilla, lemon, and peach & jasmine soda, finished with rose water for a seductive flourish. Prefer alcohol-free? Beneath the Mask combines passion fruit and lychee with soft vanilla and citrus for an equally elegant alternative.

A refined affair where Regency charm meets contemporary luxury and a perfect excuse to indulge in a little gossip over tea. To book, click here.

The Lanesborough, Hyde Park Corner, London SW1X 7TA, United Kingdom
+44 (0) 20 7259 5599

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © The Lanesborough
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Valentine’s Day à la Le Bristol Paris

On Valentine’s Day, hearts beat a little faster in the City of Love,  and especially at Le Bristol Paris. Behind the stately façades of the palace on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, couples are invited on a sensory journey through haute cuisine and exquisite pâtisserie, creating a magical evening you’ll wish could last forever.

Two Restaurants. Two Menus. One Memorable Night.

At Epicure, three-Michelin-star chef Arnaud Faye celebrates Valentine’s Day with a seven-course menu defined by precision, poetry, and exceptional ingredients. The evening begins with scallops paired with Menton lemons, followed by lobster from the Côte d’Opale infused with a delicate Madras curry note. Wild sea bass with citrus and caviar leads into a tender veal fillet with winter vegetables and black truffle. The finale is a dreamy dessert of grapefruit, rosé Champagne, quince, rose, and hibiscus — elegant, floral, and unforgettable.
Epicure Valentine’s Menu • €880

For a refined yet relaxed celebration, 114, Faubourg opens its doors with a menu created by chefs Arnaud Faye and Vincent Schmit. Designed for sharing, it features crab tartlet with curry, scallops gently confit in walnut butter, roasted sea bass, melt-in-your-mouth lamb enhanced with black truffle, and a saffron baba with exotic fruits to finish.
114, Faubourg Valentine’s Menu • €290

A Sweet Declaration of Love

Pastry chef Maxence Barbot adds the final romantic touch with two exclusive creations: the Saint-Honoré d’Amour, reimagined in heart shape for the occasion, and the Vanilla & Pecan Flan d’Amour, crowned with a bespoke golden heart in place of the signature «B.»


Available on February 14, 2026 at L’Épicerie des Ateliers du Bristol.
Saint-Honoré d’Amour (serves 6) • €39
Vanilla & Pecan Flan d’Amour (serves 2) • €22

Stay a Little Longer

Why let the romance end too soon? For Valentine’s Day, Le Bristol Paris invites guests to extend the magic with a special overnight experience that includes a guaranteed room upgrade (up to a Junior Suite), a bottle of Champagne, signature sweet treats on arrival, rose petals on the bed, American breakfast for two, and late check-out until 2 pm.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Courtesy of Le Bristol
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Love Wrapped in Luxury

Love Wrapped in Luxury: A Louis Vuitton Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day is more than a date on the calendar, it’s a celebration of affection, intention, and the little gestures that say «you matter.» This year, why not express your love with a gift that carries both timeless elegance and modern charm? Few names capture the spirit of refined romance quite like Louis Vuitton.

Luxury has always been about storytelling, and every Louis Vuitton piece tells one, of craftsmanship, heritage, and beauty that endures. Whether you’re shopping for a partner, a cherished friend, or even treating yourself (because self-love deserves celebration too), the right accessory can turn an ordinary moment into something unforgettable.

A classic handbag, for instance, is never just a bag. It becomes part of daily life, accompanying coffee dates, weekend escapes, and spontaneous adventures. Choosing one in soft blush tones or rich reds subtly echoes the language of Valentine’s Day without being overly sentimental. It’s romance, elevated.

For those who appreciate understated elegance, small leather goods make deeply personal gifts. A finely crafted wallet or cardholder is something your loved one will reach for every day, a quiet reminder of you woven into their routine. Pair it with a handwritten note, and suddenly the gift becomes a memory.

Jewelry and accessories offer another beautiful way to say «I love you.» Think delicate bracelets, silk scarves that dance in the spring breeze, or signature sunglasses hinting at sunny days ahead together. These are not just objects; they are promises of future moments.

And let’s not forget travel. Louis Vuitton was born from the art of the journey, making it a poetic symbol for relationships themselves. Consider gifting a luxurious weekender bag and planning a surprise getaway. After all, the greatest luxury is often time spent side by side, discovering new places.

This Valentine’s Day, move beyond the expected. Choose something meaningful, lasting, and thoughtfully designed. Because love – like true luxury – should never feel temporary.

Celebrate boldly. Love deeply. And let this be the year your Valentine’s gift becomes part of your shared story.

LoL, Sandra

Photos:  Courtesy of Louis Vuitton #LVGifts
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My Look: It’s My Birthday

It’s my birthday. Wrapped in polka dots, I celebrate another year of becoming, lighter in laughter, sharper in vision. Not chasing time, but wearing it well. Elegance isn’t about age, it’s about presence. And today, I’m fully here turning 51.

My look: Bow-embellished ruffled polka-dot silk-crepe mini dressicon, earrings with pearlsicon, and crystal-embellished fringed-edge necklace, all by Alessandra Rich, puff-sleeve leather jacket in blackicon by Chloé, Brides de Gala Bandana a Pois scarf 70 by Hermès, wallet on chain by CHANEL, fishnet tights with rhinestones by Calzedonia, and studded Tan-Go platform pumps by Valentino.

LoL, Sandra


Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Felicia Sewerinsson @feliciasewerinsson
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A Taste of Vienna in London

Vienna, Served in London

This spring, The Lanesborough offers a refined taste of Viennese tradition with an exclusive dessert pop-up in the Withdrawing Room. Created in collaboration with the iconic, family-owned Hotel Sacher Wien, the experience celebrates two timeless classics: the Original Sacher Torte and the traditional Apple Strudel.

Meticulously handcrafted and steeped in history, these legendary desserts are served daily from 10 February until the end of May – paired with Sacher-style coffee or elevated by a perfectly balanced Negroni. A quietly decadent afternoon ritual, where Old World elegance meets London polish.

Menu & Prices
• Original Sacher Torte – £16 per slice
• Apple Strudel – £18 per slice
• Sacher Cube – £8 per cube

Dessert & Coffee
• Coffee with Original Sacher Torte – £25 per person
• Coffee with Apple Strudel – £27 per person

For Two
• Two coffees with one Original Sacher Torte and one Apple Strudel – £52
• Two Negronis with one Original Sacher Torte and one Apple Strudel – £98

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Courtesy of The Lanesborough
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A Gentle Birthday Hint

This Friday is my birthday and while I’m absolutely not asking for anything, I may have already found my dream gift.

The new bags from the CHANEL S/S 2026 Pre-Collection have completely taken over my feed. And honestly? I haven’t been the biggest fan of Matthieu Blazy’s work so far but this bag below in dark navy slowly grew on me… and now I’m fully obsessed.

The standout piece is officially called the Small Flap Bag (CHF 4190), though social media has already renamed it the «26 Bag» or «Preppy Coco.» Crafted from glossy, grained calfskin and free of the classic quilting, it feels incredibly modern, clean, and quietly confident. It comes in two sizes and is meant to be worn with longer leather straps, casually over the shoulder or tucked under the arm.

Blazy also plays with the same design language in other shapes including the so-called Small Bowling Bag (CHF 4190). It’s a sleek, cylindrical everyday bag and comes in beige, white, black, burgundy, light green, and soft pink. There’s also the Long Vanity with Leather Strap (CHF 3070), a minimalist zip-around style available in black and light pink.

But the color that truly won me over? Dark, dark navy. A beautiful deep-blue bag is surprisingly hard to find, not black, not bright blue, but that perfect in-between. In this shade, the 26 Bag feels timeless, elegant, and endlessly wearable.

So yes… I’ve officially changed my mind. Just putting that out there – purely as information, of course 🖤…

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © CHANEL
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LA MER The Rejuvenating Eye Cream

La Mer Introduces The Rejuvenating Eye Cream: A New Era of Precision Eye Care

Luxury skincare reaches a new pinnacle with the launch of The Rejuvenating Eye Cream by La Mer, a next-generation eye treatment designed to visibly restore, refine, and rejuvenate the delicate eye area. Crafted with meticulous scientific precision and La Mer’s unmistakable sensorial elegance, this latest innovation sets a new benchmark in high-performance eye care.

The Science of Rejuvenation: Rejuvenating Precision Compound-6 (RPC-6)

At the heart of this new formulation lies Rejuvenating Precision Compound-6 (RPC-6), an advanced active complex developed to help support collagen-rich skin and improve the look of firmness around the eyes. Working in harmony with La Mer’s iconic Miracle Broth™, RPC-6 targets multiple visible signs of aging, from fine lines and loss of elasticity to a tired, less defined eye contour.

The result is an eye area that appears smoother, firmer, and more revitalized, with a youthful resilience that feels as luxurious as it looks.

A 360° Approach to the Eye Contour

Unlike traditional eye creams that focus solely on the under-eye area, The Rejuvenating Eye Cream is designed for a complete 360° eye ritual. The formula addresses the entire orbital zone, helping to contour, lift, and refine the look of the eyes from every angle.

With consistent use, the eye area appears:
• More lifted and sculpted
• Visibly smoother and plumper
• Refreshed, radiant, and well-rested

Its refined texture melts effortlessly into the skin, making it ideal for both morning and evening routines and perfectly suited for use under makeup.

Texture, Ritual, and Sensory Luxury

True to La Mer’s heritage, the cream offers a silky-rich yet lightweight texture that envelops the skin in comfort without heaviness. Each jar is paired with The Rejuvenating Eye Tool, a multi-angled applicator inspired by the movement of ocean waves. Expertly crafted to adapt to every eye shape, it follows the skin’s natural contours to help reduce the appearance of puffiness, boost microcirculation, and enhance the smoothing and firming effects of the formula.

Why The Rejuvenating Eye Cream Stands Out

This launch represents more than a new product, it reflects La Mer’s continued commitment to blending marine-powered science with refined luxury. By uniting the legendary Miracle Broth™ with the precision of RPC-6, The Rejuvenating Eye Cream offers a modern, elevated solution for those seeking exceptional performance in eye care.

For anyone looking to invest in a truly luxurious eye treatment that combines advanced science, indulgent texture, and visible rejuvenation, The Rejuvenating Eye Cream by La Mer is a compelling new icon and a sophisticated addition to any high-end skincare wardrobe.

In Switzerland available from March 2, 2026 for CHF 235.- (15ml).
If you cannot wait, you can shop the product already online HEREicon.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © LA MER
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Swatch x Guggenheim Collection

SWATCH x GUGGENHEIM COLLECTION

Pulsing with the creativity of legendary artists, the Swatch x Guggenheim Collection brings art to everyday life. Discover the four masterpieces captured as vibrant art-inspired watches and turn time into a captivating art journey.

MONET’S PALAZZO DUCALE
Inspired by Claude Monet’s The Palazzo Ducale, Seen from San Giorgio Maggiore (1908), this watch features Venice’s iconic palace on the dial. When exposed to UV light, the dial glows vibrant orange, evoking the city’s radiant beauty.

Monet’s The Palazzo Ducale CHF 100 – Monet’s The Palazzo Ducale Pay CHF 110

KLEE’S BAVARIAN DON GIOVANNI
Paul Klee’s whimsical geometry and symbolic forms from The Bavarian Don Giovanni (1919) are playfully displayed on this timepiece. A special calendar wheel changes color daily reflecting the artist’s ever-changing inspirations.

Klee’s Bavarian Don Giovanni CHF 90

POLLOCK’S ALCHEMY
Pollock’s revolutionary poured technique from Alchemy (1947) is captured in details printed across this watch’s dial and strap. A raw expression of freedom, it reflects the artist’s bold, avant-garde spirit.

Pollock’s Alchemy CHF 100

DEGAS’S DANCERS
A tribute to Edgar Degas’s masterpiece Dancers in Green and Yellow (1903), this art-inspired timepiece echoes the artist’s focus on the ballet dancers’ body language. Luminous hues infuse the watch with a sense of fluid motion.

Degas’s Dancers CHF 90

Swatch was a true collector’s icon when I was young, and I still own many of those pieces today. Seeing collaborations like the Guggenheim collection makes me believe the next Swatch revival is already on its way.

The Swatch x Guggenheim Collection is now available online and in Swatch stores worldwide.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Swatch
DISCLOSURE: We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise! Four masters. One collection. Paul Klee, The Bavarian Don Giovanni, 1919. © 2025 Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York ​- Jackson Pollock, Alchemy, 1947. © Pollock-Krasner Foundation / 2024, ProLitteris, Zurich​ – Edgar Degas, Dancers in Green and Yellow, ca. 1903​ – Claude Monet, The Palazzo Ducale, Seen from San Giorgio Maggiore, 1908​

Amangati – Aman’s First Luxury Yacht

Amangati: Aman’s First Luxury Yacht Sets Sail in 2027

With the unveiling of its first itineraries, Aman officially enters the world of ultra-luxury yachting. Bookings are now open for Amangati, the brand’s first ocean-going motor yacht, marking the launch of Aman at Sea. From spring 2027, Aman’s signature sense of calm, privacy, and pioneering spirit will extend beyond land and onto the open sea.

A Superyacht Designed for Space and Serenity

Currently under construction, Amangati will measure 180 meters in length and span nine decks. Designed around Aman’s core principles – space, tranquility, and discretion – the yacht will host just 94 guests across 47 expansive suites. Sizes range from 68 to an impressive 354 square meters, and every suite features a private terrace, an exceptional level of generosity rarely found at sea.

Despite its relatively intimate guest count, Amangati is conceived to feel even more spacious. Interiors draw inspiration from the restrained elegance of a Japanese ryokan, with clean lines, natural materials, and a strong visual connection to the ocean through floor-to-ceiling windows and open terraces.

Wellness at the Heart of the Experience

Wellbeing is central to life on board. The Aman Spa spans two decks and nearly 1,200 square meters, offering eight sea-view treatment rooms, hammam and banya facilities, outdoor whirlpools, and dedicated relaxation areas. Daily yoga and meditation sessions, a state-of-the-art fitness studio, a Medi Spa, Medical Centre, and Beauty Lounge further support a holistic approach to health and restoration.

For those drawn to the water, the Selora Marina and Lounge provides direct sea access with water sports equipment, open pools, and sun decks.

Refined Dining and Thoughtful Entertainment

Culinary offerings emphasize seasonality, provenance, and craftsmanship. Guests can choose from four restaurants, including Mediterranean all-day dining at Alira, Japanese washoku and teppanyaki at Akari and Hiori, and the Aman Grill. In-suite dining is available 24/7, with menus sourced directly from the onboard restaurants. Evenings can be spent in the jazz club, private cinema, or youth lounge, depending on mood and company.

Mediterranean Routes with a Slower Rhythm

Amangati’s debut season features five- to eight-day journeys through the Mediterranean, tracing iconic coastlines while calling at smaller, less-frequented ports such as Beaulieu-sur-Mer. Routes explore culturally rich regions, from the Roman heritage of the Dalmatian coast to Moorish influences in southern Spain and the elegance of the French Riviera.

True to Aman philosophy, the itineraries favor longer stays over rigid schedules. Late departures and overnight moorings allow guests to experience destinations more deeply. Selected voyages coincide with landmark events like the Cannes Film Festival and the Monaco Grand Prix, while a standout moment will be Amangati’s passage through Venice’s historic Canal Grande, gliding past St. Mark’s Square before returning to open waters.

Curated Experiences, On Shore and On Board

On land, a carefully curated program of cultural, artistic, and historical experiences complements each journey, supported by a dedicated concierge team. Logistics are seamlessly handled via two helipads and six tender boats, while every guest benefits from the attentive service of a personal Suite Host throughout the voyage.

Aman, Reimagined at Sea

With Amangati, Aman translates its distinctive lifestyle into a true superyacht experience, one defined by water, stillness, and refined privacy. It’s not simply a cruise, but a private sanctuary in motion.

Bookings for Amangati are now open via amanatsea.com, by phone at +1 (754) 345-2339, or by email at .

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Aman
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