My winter season started last weekend in Gstaad where I enjoyed a fun party at the Palace Hotel.
My look: Paneled lace and silk-georgette mini dress by Elie Saab, Monogram Motard clutch by Louis Vuitton, patent pumps with bows
by Saint Laurent, Diorette ring and earrings by Dior Haute Joaillerie.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © David Biedert Photography (A huge thank you!)
and © Sandra Bauknecht
She’s a global symbol of friendship and fun. She made cuteness a culture in Japan and a fashion imperative everywhere. Hello Kitty® is a pop icon with fans ranging from four to forever, and she is OPI’s newest muse.
The collaboration celebrates all things happy, cute, colorful and sweet with 12 limited-edition nail lacquers and matching GelColor shades. One thing is for sure, Hello Kitty enthusiasts will face a candy store dilemma – which to choose from among sweet and glittering pinks, bright reds, shimmering white shades, and more, for a limited time only.
The collection «Hello Kitty by OPI» will be available from January 6, 2016 for at least three months. One bottle is CHF 19.90.
Gosh, I love Hello Kitty!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of OPI
Great news! The NET-A-PORTER SALE has officially started and the website is full of amazing pieces waiting for you. Here are some of my favorites:
Navette silver-plated crystal clip earrings by Oscar de la Renta (40% off)
These beauties vamp every look.
Portobello 2016 textured-leather diary by Smythson (40% off)
Keep your things organized next year. It also makes a great gift.
Lady and the Tramp embroidered cotton-canvas clutch by Olympia Le-Tan (30% off)
Never wanted to invest in a fun accessory. Now is the time!
Leather-trimmed wool and cashmere-blend jacket by Balmain (50% off)
Look for classics on sale that work for many seasons to come.
Patent-leather T-bar pumps by Gianvito Rossi (40% 0ff)
I can never resist shoes on sale.
I hope that I could inspire you a little.
Happy Shopping!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of net-à-porter
Ariana Grande has been named as the new MAC Viva Glam frontwoman following in the same footsteps as Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, Rihanna among other celebrities.
The 22-year-old singer will represent the Viva Glam branch of the famous beauty brand, which sells limited edition products with the proceeds going to charity.
Good girl? Bag girl? Ariana’s range includes her dark matte plum lipstick (CHF 28.00) and her shimmering light baby pink lip gloss (CHF 26.00). Show your both sides and don’t forget it’s for charity, every cent from the selling price of Viva Glam lipstick and lipgloss goes toward helping women, men and children living with and affected by HIV/AIDS.
Available in Switzerland from January 21, 2016 at all MAC counters and online.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of MAC Cosmetics
It’s Dior, Darling, when you get a very special invitation to join famous chef Andreas Caminanda at his restaurant Schloss Schauenstein for a feast for the senses. All details of the lunch will be coming up shortly. In the meantime enjoy this outfit post. You will see that I felt very happy that day…
My look: Melissa satin-trimmed wool tuxedo jacket by Stella McCartney (one of my favorite jackets since many years, already a classic that works with everything), polka-dot silk dress by Saint Laurent, bag with camouflage-print by Anselm Reyle, matching scarf and «So Real» sunglasses, all by Dior, Elizabeth high heel leather riding boots by Gucci and diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Marcell Pustul, the mastermind behind the young label MARCELL VON BERLIN, studied fashion design at the famous Parsons School in New York City and gathered professional experience at Michael Kors and Donna Karan. In 2011, he founded his own label that brings red carpet looks and couture from the capital of cool, BERLIN. Enjoy his tips for the famous German metropole.
Your favourite city?
BERLIN – A city that never sleeps. Berlin has its very own style and is a cultural hotspot. It’s a small New York.
Your favourite hotel?
HOTEL AM STEINPLATZ – A beautiful boutique hotel with lovely individually designed rooms in a contemporary style. Always a nice destination to go for a drink at the bar or just have a relaxing spa day.
Steinplatz 4, 10623 Berlin, Phone +49 30 5544440
Your favourite restaurant?
DUDU31 – It’s a new cool, fashionable, trendy place with one of the best sushis in town (photo above).
Bleibtreustrasse 31, 10707 Berlin, Phone+49 30 57795577
DOKMAI – Traditional, puristic, cosy – the best Thai restaurant in Berlin.
Muthesiusstrasse 38, 12163 Berlin, Phone +49 30 70096185
Your favourite bar or nightclub?
THE PEARL – Another hotspot in Berlin and the place to be if you want to party and have a great time with friends and just want to dance (photo above).
Fasanenstrasse 81, 10623 Berlin, Phone +49 30 31518890
BERGHAIN – Everybody who comes to Berlin has once to go to the iconic Berghain. It’s the ultimate place in the city. You will never find something like this anywhere else. A must- experience… a place where you can party 24/7.
Am Wriezener Bahnhof, 10243 Berlin, Phone +49 30 29360210
Your favourite sightseeing spot?
HACKESCHER MARKT – Small shops, unique items, young Berlin labels, famous designers, cafés and restaurants, you have everything you need for a fun day at this shopping hotspot.
10178 Berlin
Your favourite park?
TIERGARTEN – The miniature version of Central Park with small lakes. I love walking through this beautiful area with my dog, visiting a biergarten or renting a pedal boot and discover small areas of the park you can’t find by foot.
Your favourite beach?
CAPPUCCINO KU’DAMM BEACH – Berlin doesn’t have a real beach, except for example Wannsee. But the Ku’damm Beach is a great combination of restaurant, bar and beach at Halensee at the end of the Kurfürstendamm.
Koenigsallee 5B, 14193 Berlin, Phone +49 176 74120828
Your favourite shop?
MIENTUS – Great concept store, that sells international labels.
Schlütergasse/Kurfürstendamm 52, 10707 Berlin, Phone +49 30 3239077
SHIZARU – The best place to find extraordinary and rare outfits (photo above).
Meinekestrasse 5, 10719 Berlin, Phone +49 30 65833008
Your must-have accessory?
ROLEX WATCH IN GOLD – A luxurious statement, a true status symbol. A must-have that adds a chic contrast to my tattooed skin. Elegant and cool in one.
The best soundtrack for this destination?
«SKY & SAND» by PAUL & FRITZ KALKBRENNER – The song is from the movie «Berlin Calling» and is a hymn to Berlin and its flair.
The best book to read while being on vacation there?
«NACHT LEBEN BERLIN 1974 BIS HEUTE» by WOLFGANG FARKAS – A great book to get to know the different facets of Berlin’s nightlife. It’s amazing to see how many locations have been trendy over many years.
Thank you, Marcell, for sharing your insider scoop on Berlin with us.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Marcell von Berlin, the different locations and via MrWallpaper.com
What else could you wish for? A castle, a princess and a shoe designer. Sometimes dreams come true and you can feel like Cinderella. Only difference? I wouldn’t leave my heels behind.
Hostess Elisabeth von Thurn und Taxis framed by Alexa Chung to the right and me to the left.
The occasion was very special. Princess Elisabeth von Thurn und Taxis, Gianvito Rossi and mytheresa.com hosted a private dinner at the Palace of St. Emmeram in Regensburg, Germany to celebrate their collaboration.
The designer and the luxury e-tailer celebrated their successful on-going relationship which includes special capsule collections created exclusively for the site.
The Silver Salon
Cocktails were served in the breathtaking Silver Salon followed by dinner in the castle’s magnificent ballroom. Mike Skinner then entertained the crowd with a DJ set in the stunning Yellow Salon.
Gianvito Rossi with me in the Yellow Salon
It was truly a night to remember – a princess for one day. And isn’t Cinderella proof that a pair of shoes can change your life?
TO SHOP GIANVITO ROSSI AT MYTHERESA.COM, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
LoL, Sandra
The Ballroom
Fantastic couple: Justin O’Shea and Veronika Heilbrunner with me
Justin O’Shea and Serge Biasin
Singer Lena Meyer-Landrut with me
German actress Iris Berben
Dancing partners: Daisy Lowe with me
Selfie time for Lena Meyer-Landrut and Hannah Herzsprung
If you like my look, click here for the details.
Elisabeth von Thurn und Taxis and guests
Dancing Time
Mike Sinner with his wife Claire in Balmain
Photos:© Getty / Gisela Schober & Isa Foltin for Mytheresa x Gianvito Rossi
© Sandra Bauknecht and via Bunte Magazine
Princess for a day in tickled pink. What else could you wish for? Stay tuned for all the details from my recent trip to Schloss St. Emmeram in Regensburg, Germany, coming up soon.
My look: Marabou jacket by Emilio Pucci, Phoenicia embellished guipure lace mini dress by Peter Pilotto, pink Janis pumps with zebra-embellished toe by Saint Laurent, De Manta brocade clutch by Alexander McQueen, Limelight Gala watch by Piaget, diamond ring and bracelet by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Gisela Schober/Getty Images for mytheresa.com and © Sandra Bauknecht
Penhaligon’s unveils two new perfumes inspired by the extreme and wild British landscape; that moment where the land meets the sea and untamed energy explodes.
The pure, wild elements are infinitely inspiring and have thrilled painters and poets throughout history. The fragrances transport you to a world of majestic landscapes, of unceasing movement. Penhaligon’s celebrates #BottledLandscape – the drama of nature with two creations, for men and women.
BLASTED HEATH (for men)
Like a powerful swell breaking against the shore, the moment where the Land meets the Sea and energy explodes.
Top notes: Green salty seaweed, aquatic accord and clary sage.
Middle notes: Clearwood™, green leaves, tobacco and whisky accord.
Base notes: Patchouli, Alaska cedar wood, gaiacwood, vetiver and musk.
BLASTED BLOOM (for women)
Illuminating the freshness of wild flora found along the dramatic British coast.
Top notes: Aquatic accord, wild berries and green leaves.
Middle notes: Eglantine rose, hawthorn and pink pepper.
Base notes: Clearwood™, cedarwood, moss and musk.
Both fragrances (Eau de Parfum) are in stores now for CHF 156.00 (50ml) and CHF 221.00 (100ml).
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Penhaligon’s
This Sunday, I drove to Colmar in Alsace, France that is well known for its famous Christmas market. I can absolutely recommend this weekend excursion. From Zurich, it took me around one and a half hour to get there by car. Once you have arrived, you will enter the magic of Christmas at its best. First of all there’s the ambiance of the Old Town, illuminated and decorated like a fairy tale.
Colmar town centre is essentially pedestrian, comprises numerous architectural treasures such as monuments, churches, museums and alleys, full of imposing buildings dating from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. Enjoy some of yesterday’s impressions below.
My look: Belted shearling coat and studded wool-silk shawl, both by Gucci, Tiger embroidered cotton-jersey sweatshirt by Kenzo, Le Garcon mid-rise slim boyfriend jeans by Frame Denim, suede boots by Prada Sport, boy bag with chains by Chanel, rose diamond ring by Piaget, Pasha C watch by Cartier and Carlina round-frame gold-tone sunglasses by Chloé.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht