«Under the myriad stars, moonlit nights promise unexpected pleasures…»
Launched in 2006, Soir de Lune by Sisley is a beautiful perfume, elegant, intense and rich: a great modern floral chypre. This fall a limited edition will be launched. The scent stays unchanged, only the emblematic bottle and its precious case will be dressed for the occasion in midnight blue and platinum, bringing new spirit to the design, revisited by Isabelle d’Ornano.
Top notes: Mandarin, Bergamot, Lemon, Coriander, Nutmeg and Pimento.
Middle notes: May Rose Centifolia absolute, Mimosa absolute, Jasmine, Lily of the Valley, Iris and Peach.
Base notes: Moss, Musk, Honey, Sandalwood, Cedar and Indonesian Patchouli.
In Switzerland, the collector bottle of Soir de Lune will be available for CHF 284.00 (100ml) from October 2015. Only 6000 bottles will be for sale worldwide.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Sisley
Last week when it was still so hot in the city, I wore this very light white dress to the office. It was a very productive day as we got the October issue of L’Officiel Switzerland almost on its way… and how happy we were about it can you see at the end of this post.
My look: Sachi voile maxi dress by Isabel Marant, Annoushka lace underwired bra
and Annoushka lace briefs, both Agent Provocateur, lace print bag and embellished wedge sandals, both by Prada, Printed iPhone 6 case by Moschino, necklace and set of bangles, both by Chanel, Lady Excalibur watch by Roger Dubuis, ring «Mitza» by Dior Haute Joaillerie and sunglasses «Reflected» by Dior.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Looking for the perfect fall makeup products, then check out the latest from Bobbi Brown. Her Greige Collection features the perfect pigments for the new season mixing grey and beige to flatter every skin tone. Look below for full details:
Bobbi Brown Greige Eye Palette – Limited Edition – CHF 105.00
LOVE! Packed with eight perfect neutrals, from rich, smokey grey-browns to soft creams in matte-to-metallic textures. This sleek, faux leather navy palette includes a large mirror for flawless application.
Shades:
Ivory Eye Shadow – creamy white
Brown Haze Shimmer Wash Eye Shadow – medium smoky topaz
Twinkle Sparkle Eye Shadow – an off-white sparkle
Slate Eye Shadow – medium-grey
Greystone Eye Shadow – mid-tone grey taupe
Earth Metal Sparkle Eye Shadow – intense grey sparkle
Greige Eye Shadow – mid-tone ashy brown
Fog Eye Shadow – deep slate grey
Intense Pigment Liner Palette – Limited Edition – CHF 40.00
Clean and crisp or intense and smokey, this mirrored compact with three shades of deeply-pigmented powder liner does it all. Available in Black Plum, Midnight and Forest.
Dual-Ended Eye Liner/Smokey Eye Liner Brush – Limited Edition – CHF 57.00
Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick – Limited Edition – CHF 42.00
Shades:
Midnight – intense deep blue
Greige – shimmering brown grey
Nail Polish – Limited Edition – $15.00
Shades:
Greige – neutral gray-beige
Smokey Topaz – glitter nail polish
The extremely beautiful makeup collection will be in stores in Switzerland from September 4, 2015.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Bobbi Brown
In Amsterdam I stayed at The College Hotel which I can absolutely recommend. One night, I had dinner with my Dutch friends at Nacional, which is a great restaurant reminiscent of a Parisian brasserie. Afterwards, we had drinks at Bo Cinq followed by some dancing at Jimmy Woo.
My look: Leopard jacquard blazer and 
Tribute patent-leather sandals, both by Saint Laurent, black jumpsuit by Michael Kors, satin clutch by Prada, diamond bracelet by Vainard Fine Jewellery, diamond ring and rose necklace, both by Piaget and Amulette necklace by Cartier.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Visiting Amsterdam, the Venice of the North, was truly a lot of fun. Thanks to its 400-year-old waterways, which are criss-crossed with tons of bridges, the city offers lots of picturesque places to enjoy. Here you see me heading to dinner at Izakaya, a culinary hot spot in Amsterdam, Japanese food at its best.
My look: Studded leather dress, knit cardigan with stud embellishments, Janis embellished suede ankle boots, all by Saint Laurent, Boy bag with chains by Chanel, Limelight Gala watch and rose diamond ring, both by Piaget and diamond bracelet by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
When I was in Los Angeles for the TOM FORD Ford F/W 2015 show, I was invited to visit the brand’s presentation of the upcoming beauty launches at the Sunset Tower hotel. The moment I entered the suite, my eyes were immediately drawn to two clutch bags placed above the fireplace.
This amazing piece of art is finished with a lipstick holder at one side and comes with the ‘Vanilla Suede‘ shade from the brand’s beauty collection (you can use every TOM FORD lipstick shade of course). It’s lined in leather and has a zipped pocket, so you can keep your essentials neatly organized inside. The concealable snake chain strap offers an alternative way to wear this elegant Italian-made piece.
Those clutches are highly limited and only available at selected retailers. Therefore I am so happy that a few are now available online. Just click on the highlighted links below to be transferred directly to the store. Those bags will literally be on everyone’s lips!
LoL, Sandra
Gold glitter-finished Plexiglas® clutch
Silver glitter-finished Plexiglas® clutch
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht, Stills: Courtesy of Tom Ford
Today, I made a post for you about put the most important F/W 2015 runway trends! Scroll through my forecast to see which styles will be on everyone’s shopping list this season. Gypsy bohemian elements, graphic black and white, ’80s styles and disco-inspired looks are here to stay. Burnt Red is the color of the season and leopard prints look the best in acid hues.
Enjoy this hot list!
LoL, Sandra
F/W 2015 TREND 1: FOLK PATCHWORK
Burberry Prorsum – Etro – Chloé
F/W 2015 TREND 2: ACID LEOPARD
Louis Vuitton – Max Mara – Saint Laurent
F/W 2015 TREND 3: GRANNY CHIC
Gucci – Miu Miu – Chanel
F/W 2015 TREND 4:
MARSHMALLOW COLOURS
Giorgio Armani – Prada – Dolce & Gabbana
F/W 2015 TREND 5: HIPSTER PORN
Olympia Le-Tan – Marc Jacobs – Christopher Kane
F/W 2015 TREND 6: NEW VICTORIANS
Alberta Ferretti – Alexander McQueen – Rodarte
F/W 2015 TREND 7: RIVETS
Mugler – Proenza Schouler – Anthony Vaccarello
F/W 2015 TREND 8: BURNT REDS
Emporio Armani – Givenchy – Hermès
F/W 2015 TREND 9: WARRIORS
Gareth Pugh – Philipp Plein – Iris van Herpen
F/W 2015 TREND 10: BLACK AND WHITE GRAPHICS
Emilio Pucci – Balenciaga – Valentino
F/W 2015 TREND 11: AVANT-GARDE
Roksanda – Delpozo – Christian Dior
F/W 2015 TREND 12: WELL-PLACED FURS
Giambattista Valli – Thakoon – Marni
F/W 2015 TREND 13: QUILTED
Versace – Céline – Fendi
F/W 2015 TREND 14: NEW PANTS
Loewe – Balmain – Stella McCartney
F/W 2015 TREND 15: SEQUINS ALLOVER
Tom Ford – Ralph Lauren Collection – Sonia Rykiel
Photos: Via style.com
Happy Birthday Flowerbomb – what a great «flowerbombastic» party! The house of Viktor&Rolf celebrated the 10th year anniversary of their iconic scent at Le Trianon in Paris in the beginning of July with a very special evening. The rooms were literally filled with thousands of flowers. Highlight of the night were the outstanding performances by Tori Amos and Charli XCX.
Enjoy all my pictures and stay tuned for the amazing interview I did with the designer duo.
LoL, Sandra
Designer duo Viktor&Rolf at their party.
Ellen von Unwerth with photographer duo Inez Van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin.
At the party with model Willy Cartier.
Charli XCX on stage…
… and in a stunning Viktor&Rolf dress upon arrival.
Ellen von Unwerth with me.
Actress Michelle Rodriguez
Italian clothing magnate Renzo Rosso, President of OTB Group, the holding group, that bought a controlling interest in Viktor& Rolf in 2008.
Petra Nemcova
Amazing performance by Tori Amos on stage…
… and afterwards at the party with me.
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht, Courtesy of Viktor&Rolf
It is one of those days when you are working like crazy and the door bell rings. Yes, mail can be a welcome distraction. Especially when it comes from the House of Guerlain, sending their newest scent, which (big surprise) you can name yourself.
Guerlain Mon Exclusif, as it is called in the absence of a real name, leaves room for the creativity of its lovers. You are invited to apply metallic lettering on the bottle or have it engraved directly with a unique name.
Created by Thierry Wasser, this oriental scent comes with fougère accords of fresh fern, lavender, soft sandalwood, caramel, salted butter, toffee, mandarine, iris and vanilla. It is absolutely delicious.
It is available at a price of CHF 170.00 (Eau de Parfum concentration) from September 1, 2015. In Switzerland at Bon Genie Geneva, Manor Geneva and Jelmoli Zurich.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht and via Guerlain
Piero Fornasetti was an illustrious sculptor, interior designer, graphic artist and painter, immortalizing muse Lina Cavalieri in his work. Continuing the tradition, his son Barnaba and perfumer Olivier Polge have created evocative home fragrances, beautifully housed in handcrafted ceramic vessels.
Perfect to have on your parlor coffee table! Those scented candles smell truly amazingly, my favourites! Keep the ceramic vessels as they make a beautiful ornament for your home even after the 60-hours burn time has elapsed.
LoL, Sandra
La Femme Aux Moustaches Thyme, Lavender and Cedarwood scented candle
Sardine Thyme, Lavender and Cedarwood scented candle
Burlesque Thyme, Lavender and Cedarwood scented candle
L’Ape Thyme, Cedarwood and Lavender scented candle
Sun and Moon Thyme, Lavender and Cedarwood scented candle
Ortensia Rose, Iris and Orange Blossom scented candle
Scimmie Thyme, Lavender and Cedarwood scented candle
Stills: Courtesy of Fornasetti, Photo: © Sandra Bauknecht
