Sabato De Sarno Exits Gucci

Gucci today announces the end of its collaboration with Creative Director Sabato De Sarno after only two years. The F/W 2025 fashion show in Milan on February 25 will be presented by the Gucci design office. The new Artistic Direction will be announced in due time.

Stefano Cantino, CEO of Gucci, said: «I would like to express my deep gratitude to Sabato for his passion and dedication to Gucci. I sincerely appreciate how he honored Gucci’s craftsmanship and heritage with such commitment

Francesca Bellettini, Kering Deputy CEO in charge of Brand Development, declared: «I sincerely thank Sabato for his loyalty and professionalism. I am proud of the work that has been done to further strengthen Gucci’s fundamentals. Stefano and the new Artistic Direction will continue to build on this and to guide Gucci towards renewed fashion leadership and sustainable growth.»

Gucci Ancora Campaign by David Sims S/S 2024

Personally speaking, De Sarno have been praised for his collections which I have never understood. I found his collections for Gucci so boring and felt I had everything already in my closet from previous years from designers who were at the reigns before him. The sizing was also absolutely bad.

Gucci gave no hint of who might replace De Sarno but there’s no shortage of big names available, or potentially available, with plenty of speculation about star creatives soon to move on from their existing labels. For now though, we’ll just have to wait and see.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Gucci
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My Look: 90’s Vibes

Last week’s gala episode of MY STYLE ROCKS was all about the 90s. A decade that I lived and that was all about bold style, laid-back vibes, and iconic trends that still influence fashion today! From grunge flannels, fuzzy hats and ripped jeans to hip-hop baggy fits and sleek minimalist slip dresses, the decade was a perfect mix of cool and carefree. Think platform shoes, Doc Martens, chokers, crop tops, checked mini skirts and tracksuits—whether inspired by Clueless, Friends, or your favorite boy band, 90s fashion was effortlessly fun and full of personality!

As you know, I have been collecting fashion for more than 30 years. For this episode I dived into my closet and looked for pieces that I actually wore in the 90s. I had designed the bag along with the matching T-shirts during my time at Sonia Rykiel in Paris. Originally created for the people backstage at the S/S 1999 show, Sonia decided to produce them for the actual collection as she liked them a lot.

My look: Appliquéd printed cotton-jersey sweatshirt by Dolce & Gabbana, neon pink cropped top (S/S 1995), and black hot pants (S/S 2022), both by CHANEL, checked mini skirt (S/S 1998) by D&G, printed wool bag (S/S 1999) by Sonia Rykiel, triangle-logo scrunchie, crystal scrunchie, and fuzzy hat in lilac, all by Pradaleather, faux pearl and crystal chokericon by Alessandra Rich, 90’s vintage sunglasses by Guccicreoles by Dior, black tights with crystals by Calzedonia, and Strike leather ankle boots by Balenciaga.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @aydogmus.ea
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Happy 50th Birthday to Me!

Happy 50th Birthday to me! Here’s to half a century of fashionable moments, wisdom, and an unstoppable love for style! May this milestone year bring me health, success, love and joy. 50 is the new fierce, and I hope to wear it effortlessly! Thank you for reading Sandra’s Closet, your support keeps me thriving.

They say «50 is the new 30». There are many reasons why you could say that. Personally speaking, I love to take my mindset over numbers – confidence, self-awareness, and wisdom make me today more fearless and open to new experiences. Unlike past generations, many people at 50 are hitting their professional peaks, starting new businesses, or even switching careers. For me, filming MY STYLE ROCKS and living in Istanbul for the past 4 months has been extremely rewarding. A new challenge, a new team, a new opportunity – all of that has added to making my life more fulfilling.

I know that I still have to work on prioritizing self-care, which will make me feel even more youthful and vibrant. In terms of fashion, I have been preaching since decades that style has no age limit. I love to explore new ideas, and live with curiosity and excitement.

Bottom line? Age is just a number – your attitude, energy, and how you embrace life define how young you truly feel! Wishing us all a year filled with glamour, adventure, and everything that makes us feel truly alive. Cheers to all of us and my next 50 years!

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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MSR Season 1 – My Outfits – Episodes 6-10

Here is the next round-up of my outfits that I wore on MY STYLE ROCKS GERMANY. Here comes the second week, featuring episodes 6-10.

Episode 6
ANIMAL PRINT

My look: Kim leopard-print cotton-blend chenille jumpsuit, and Sicily small crystal and leather handbag, both by Dolce & Gabbanalaser-cut leather corset belt by Alaïa, Mitza ring by Dior Fine Jewellerygrooved cabochon clip earringsicon and Cherry leather platform ankle boots, both by Saint Laurent.

More photos: My Look: Cat Lady

Episode 7
FREESTYLE

My look: Cropped open-back cotton-poplin halterneck topicon, printed silk-twill scarf, ruffled printed stretch-jersey flared pantsicon, spiral cuff bracelet, and Pesci silver-tone, resin and faux pearl hoop earringsicon, all by Pucci, ruffled mesh shirticon by Proenza Schouler, navy and cream platform heels with brass embellishments by Gucci, 23P mini top handle classic flap retangular in emerald green and navy blue lambskin leather by CHANEL.

More photos: My Look: Pucci Pucci

Episode 8
PINK DOLL

My look: Pink belted leather dress (Look 26 F/W 2020) with crinoline underskirt (exclusively produced for me), cake slice clutch bagpearl-embellished belt, and peace pearl-embellished pendant earrings, all by Moschino, tiara headbandicon by Miu Miu, and leather over-the-knee boots by Alexander McQueen.

More photos: My Look: The Doll

Episode 9
HEAVY METAL

My look: Black leather jacket with chain, and ripped T-shirt with safety pins, both by Balmain, black pants with leather parts by Givenchy, ankle boots with buckle by Saint Laurent, clutch with glove detail by Alexander McQueen, studded bracelet by Miu Miu, and crystal choker with grey roseicon by Alessandra Rich.

More photos: Coming soon.

Episode 10 Gala
HALLOWEEN

My look: Flared-sleeve mini dressthigh-high boots, black bow headband, and red lips bag, all by Moschino, and vintage multi-strand couture pearl choker necklace by Dior.

More photos: My Look: Fab

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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Clash de Cartier News

Classic or eccentric? Clash de Cartier cultivates contrasts. A duality whose clash is amplified by the latest creations in the collection. Cartier has reinvented the mesh of this supple, two-faced jewel with an amplified volume and precious stones. Precious beads add sophistication. The oversized studs maximise this effect and the all-diamond clous de Paris enhance their brilliance.

XL versions in rose gold or precious limited edition
Clash de Cartier amplifies the volume and intensifies the impact of the Maison’s iconic codes. The XL version has been upgraded: rose gold studs and beads adorn the rings, earrings, necklaces and now bracelets with generous volumes.

Clash de Cartier elevates this aesthetic grandeur with its latest limited edition precious designs. Initially created in 2019, these jewellery pieces have featured a variety of materials, including coral, amazonite, and Tahitian pearls. They now showcase chrysoprase, accented with  and absinthe green beads. Irresistible variations of rings, earrings and bracelets.

Flexible versions, available in all gold or all diamonds.
Clash de Cartier doubles the sensation with new bracelets and supple necklaces in rose gold, white gold or fully paved with diamonds. The radiance and fluidity of the links, made up of studs, beads and clous carrés, unfold preciously on the skin. This incredible flexibility is achieved by hand-assembling hundreds of components, each requiring almost 50 hours of work.

Refinement is heightened with the pavé versions, where each face of the clous carrés is set with a diamond. It’s all about the movement, the play of light, and the different wear options, as the long necklaces can be doubled around the neck.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Cartier
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Saddle Up in Style

Discover Olympia Le-Tan‘s new Wild West Collection, where timeless elegance meets the spirit of adventure. From vibrant designs inspired by the Texas landscape to bold embroidery that celebrates the rodeo culture, these pieces are the ultimate statement for this rodeo season.

My favorite: Rodeo embroidered appliquéd canvas clutch

Whether you’re hitting the stands or embracing your inner cowgirl, order now to ensure your accessory arrives just in time for the ride.

LoL, Sandra

iconPhotos: © Olympia Le-Tan / © Sandra Bauknecht
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My Look: Let’s Party!

Let’s party and celebrate the 50th episode of MY STYLE ROCKS, that aired this week. I wore this look for the first time and adore the color combination of light blue that is blending seamlessly with the richness of burgundy and a touch of pink. By adding a sprinkle of vintage glamour with the turban, the outfit got a fun and quirky edge, bringing the old-fashioned alive with a fresh perspective. Let the past inspire the future – style reimagined, bold, and make it uniquely yours, where timeless elegance meets a playful twist!

My look: Ruffled fil coupé cotton wrap skirt, and matching fil coupé cotton blouse, both by Marc JacobsThe Whirl leather clutch in pinkicon by Bottega Veneta, gathered silk-satin head scarficon by Valentinohorsebit-embellished logo-debossed leather platform slingback pumpsicon by Gucci, and earrings by CHANEL.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @aydogmus.ea
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CHANEL S/S 2025 Make-up Collection

Colors leave their own unique mark on a style, an era. For CHANEL, they form a playful language that weaves a common thread through the various mediums of creation. This season, CHANEL is redefining its aesthetic codes: monochrome, the bold art of the all-over look, and audacious twists that unabashedly produce unexpected harmonies.

TWIN SETS, COLOR-BLOCKING, OR MIXING-AND-MATCHING…

No combination is off-limits, and the idea of giving carte blanche to create technicolor makeup looks is what led the CHANEL Makeup Creation Studio and Cometes Collective member Ammy Drammeh to design the S/S 2025 COLLECTION. In this sparkling, playful collection, lively colors cheerfully clash with one another or smoothly combine in a tone-on-tone look. Ever unpredictable, these daring shades are the expression of a timeless style that is invariably chic and refined.

The looks from the collection lend themselves to intuitive experimentation and endless customization thanks to interchangeable color combinations, which were designed to complement one another in the form of a flat wash of color, a halo, or a simple line.

STYLE COMES IN PAIRS
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE – CHF 50.00 / STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF CHF 39.00

The entire SPRING-SUMMER 2025 COLLECTION is structured around four color palettes, uniting the concepts of color-blocking and mixing-and-matching in a true ode to early spring. Each twin set, featuring an OMBRE ESSENTIELLE eyeshadow and STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF eyeliner, comprises a tone-on-tone duo that plays with different finishes.

NEUTRAL TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE LATTE FRAPPÉ: a warm matte beige
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF BRUN POURPRÉ: a matte red brown

MAUVE TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE Mauve Sucré: a shimmery lilac
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF Mauve Intense: a deep matte purple

PINK TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE PÊCHE GLACÉE: a satin coppery pink
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF ROUGE FAUVE: a matte sienna red

GREEN TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE MENTHE À L’EAU: a shimmery mint green
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF VERT LAGON: a metallic bluish green

ROUGE COCO BAUME – CHF 52.00

The lip balm that is as desirable as an iconic lipstick is now available in a new finish with amplified shine. A lip-conditioning formula that offers up to 16 hours of non-stop hydration, for better-looking lips, day after day.

Its six new shades offer buildable coverage, ranging from a sheer wash of color after a single coat to lipstick-like intensity after three coats, for a customized makeup look.

HONEY BLISS: a shimmery caramel beige
TENDER PEACH: a fresh peachy coral
CHERRY BURST: a fresh red
BLUSHING PINK: a bluish pink
RASPBERRY KISS: an intense bluish pink
CHARMING LILAC: a purple

JEUX DE LUMIÈRES – CHF 95.00

The collection’s star product, the oversize JEUX DE LUMIÈRES palette, is designed to make colors glow. It opens to reveal four illuminating powders for the face, eyes, and décolleté, which can be dabbed onto the desired areas or used as a highlighter.

The four shades complement all skin tones, for a luminous satin finish. Powders that can be worn alone, paired with a second shade, or blended together.

A SHIMMERY PINK CORAL
A PINK GOLD
A SHIMMERY, SILVERY PINK
A SHIMMERY, COPPERY GOLD

LE VERNIS – CHF 38.00

Two soft, milky nail colors complete the look—right down to your fingertips.

POÈTE: a soft peach
ARTISTE: an aqua green

These limited editions are in stores now. Who is ready for summer?

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © CHANEL
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Christian Louboutin Ballet Heels

Tapping into the Balletcore trend for S/S 2025, Christian Louboutin revisits the classic ballet pump with the Cassia Lace Up heel‘s square toe and satin ties. A testament to the shoemaker’s ‘savoir-faire’ and inspired by ballet slippers, they are made entirely from black or nude crepe satin. Enhanced by a grosgrain trim, they sit on a 100 mm stiletto heel and tie around the ankle with a ribbon.

To shop the Cassia 100 bow-detailed grosgrain-trimmed satin-crepe pumps, click here please.

 Have fun staying en pointe! I just adore them!

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Christian Louboutin
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My Look: Pop Art

This upcoming Sunday’s gala episode of MY STYLE ROCKS will be all about Pop Art, which means it will be all about bold colors, graphic prints, and playful designs that bring art to life through clothing. Inspired by the 1960s Pop Art movement, it features vibrant patterns, comic-style graphics, and everyday cultural references like logos and icons. This fun, rebellious style turns fashion into a canvas, celebrating creativity and making a bold, eye-catching statement.

Jeremy Scott’s work for Moschino often drew on Pop Art references, blending bold, vibrant colors with playful, consumer-culture imagery. He transformed everyday objects like fast food logos, candy wrappers, and cleaning products into high-fashion statements, channeling the spirit of artists like Andy Warhol. Scott’s designs celebrated the quirky, fun, and provocative essence of Pop Art, making his collections for Moschino both whimsical and deeply rooted in pop culture commentary.

My look: Cropped trench jacket by Dolce & Gabbana, printed cotton-blend faille skirt, matching bustier top, and pearl necklace with bowiconall by Moschino, inflated oversized square-frame acetate sunglassesicon by Loewe, Aevitas pointy stud leather platform pumpsicon by Versace, and Mondrian embroidered appliquéd canvas clutch by Olympia Le-Tan.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @kazmva0
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