Style note: a different stripe changes everything and Clare Waight Keller created an amazing neo nautical look for CHLOÉ Resort 2014. Get inspired and sail away to a new style horizon. This is your invitation to Mytheresa‘s exclusive pre-shopping event (3 days before it will be available to all costumers).
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PLEASE CLICK HERE TO SHOP THOSE AMAZING PIECES NOW.
LoL, Sandra
Lily Collins is the face of Lancôme‘s Spring 2014 makeup collection FRENCH BALLERINE. Looking at her gorgeous brows, her beautiful complexion and her striking resemblance to Audrey Hepburn, it was only a matter of time before the actress and daughter of Phil Collins landed a beauty contract. And it couldn’t be a better fit as Lily’s grandmother, Jane Hale, was dancing en pointe professionally in the forties.
Her first campaign was lensed by Mario Testino. Lancôme‘s FRENCH BALLERINE features the most romantic products inspired by the pink satin ribbons sewn onto toe shoes. For every woman who ever dreamed of wearing a tutu.
BLUSH HIGHLIGHTER
01 Rose Ballerine CHF 65.00
HYPNÔSE PALETTE DOLL EYES
D06 Rose Ballerine CHF 79.00
OMBRE HYPNÔSE DAZZLING
DO114 Topaze Dorée – DO215 Spinelle Rose CHF 48.00 each
CRAYON KHÔL HYPNÔSE WATERPROOF
07 Taupe CHF 36.00
GLOSS IN LOVE
010 Volumizer CHF 49.00
202 Mocha Queen – 302 Rose Oscar CHF 45.00 each
VERNIS IN LOVE
030 Undercoat Color Booster – 366 Rose Satin – 537N Pearl Grey CHF 26.00 each
This beautiful and romantic collection will hit the shelves this month in Switzerland.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Lancôme
If you have a weekend in Bangkok, squeeze in a day trip to Chatuchak Weekend Market and you will not be disappointed. This must-visit is one of the world’s largest weekend markets with over 15,000 booths selling goods from every part of Thailand. Everything is on sale here, shop ‘till you drop’, although not all at the best bargain rates.
The best way to get there is to hop on the Skytrain (BTS) to Mo Chit station, and follow the crowd until you see rows of canvas stalls selling clothes and other items. Almost everything can be found here, and most vendors actually come from local factories, like antique wood carving, clay handicrafts, wooden funitures, hand made decorated flowers, and much more.
My look: Tulle floral skirt and jacket (you need one for the Skytrain, the air conditioner feels like being in a freezer), both by Jean Paul Gaultier Femme, tank top by American Vintage, Vela nylon backpack
(great piece to carry your personal belongings while travelling) by Prada, sunglasses by Marc Jacobs, studded bracelet by H&M and golden sandals by Zara.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
MULBERRY has released its S/S 2014 ad campaign starring once more Brit model Cara Delevingne. One word that describes it all: Adorable! Celebrating tea time, the It-girl and her little animals friends were shot by no other than Tim Walker.
Enjoy some exclusive behind the scenes photos from that fantastical afternoon party, starring ponies, cockatoos, pelicans and puppies of all sizes, the new season must-have bags such as the fiery red striped BAYSWATER or the new KENSAL in cream, along with a beautiful Cara who seemed to have a grand time on set.
TO SHOP MULBERRY ONLINE, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Mulberry
L`Eau Couture is the olfactory continuation of the designer’s Prêt-â-Porter S/S 2014 collection, in which ethereal fabrics as light as petals chisel a magical fusion between woman and nature. It captures the ecstasy of nature blossoming in an urban springtime setting.
For L`Eau Couture, Francis Kurkdjian dreamed up a brand new tribute to freshness, which he leads into sensuality characterised by absolute sophistication. L`Eau Couture reinterprets accords in a way never seen before. “The idea to create a Couture Eau is quite uncommon in this register. It s a sophisticated, sensual freshness, far removed from the conventions found in fragrances usually created in this repertoire” – Francis Kurkdjian.
FLORAL
Top notes: Bergamot, magnolia and citrusy notes
Middle notes: Orange blossom
Base notes: Vanilla and green almond
Dressed in an elegant water-green box, the delicately facetted bottle reveals a crystalline green juice. L’Eau Couture lets us discover freshness like a promise of new emotions. It invites us to dive into unknown sensations born of the lightness associated with the newness of spring.
L’Eau Couture is the perfect addition to the Elie Saab fragrance family and will be available from February 1, 2014 (Swiss launch date) as EdT Vaporisateur 30ml (CHF 63.00), 50ml (CHF 94.00) and 90ml (CHF 132.00). I am already a huge fan!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Elie Saab
I spent New Year’s Eve at Ku Dé Ta, Bangkok‘s recently opened new 2-story hot spot on the 39th and 40th floor of Sathorn Square Building. First, I enjoyed an eight course meal at the beautiful Signature restaurant followed by some dancing at the night club on the same level. Being already known in the Asian club scene because of its sister venue in Singapore, this entertainment playground is an awesome place you don’t want to miss while being in Thailand!
My look: Studded leather shift dress and leather bra top, both by Saint Laurent, wild flower gunmetal-tone Swarovski crystal ear cuffs by Roberto Cavalli, strappy sandals by Gucci, camouflage fold over clutch by Valentino, rose diamond ring and Limelight Gala watch, both by Piaget.
Again Happy New Year 2014 and thanks for following Sandra’s Closet!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
As you already know, this year I am off to pastures new. I am so much looking forward to my new challenge as Editor-in-Chief of L’OFFICIEL SWITZERLAND, and to keeping Sandra’s Closet filled with interesting posts on a daily base.
Starting something new means mostly to leave something else behind. Therefore, you can read now in the recent SI Style magazine my last column that I dedicated to my job and the passion I still feel for it every day. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Sabina Hanselmann-Diethelm, Editor-in-Chief of SI Style magazine, and her team for this wonderful collaboration during the last three years. It was a true pleasure working with these amazing people and I hope that my team at L’OFFICIEL SWITZERLAND will be able to say this about me as well one day. The first edition will be at the newspaper kiosk on March 7, 2014.
Mark your calendar!
LoL, Sandra
Collage : © Sandra Bauknecht
Happy New Year from Bangkok where I am at the moment. I hope that you started 2014 in a very fun way. Today is the first blank page of a 365 page book. Write a good one!
On the first day of the year, I am exploring the Thai city a little more with all its shrines and spirit houses. Something that you can see here on every corner. It is a truly amazing place to visit.
My look: Zebra print top by Saint Laurent, grey mid-rise skinny leg distressed jean by J Brand, studded leather loafers by Miu Miu, Donna hobo bag in vine green by Alexander Wang and floral sunglasses by Dolce & Gabbana.
The Erawan Shrine (officially named Thao Maha Brahma) in Bangkok is not old, but it is an interesting testament of the role of religion in modern Thai society. In 1955, the founder of the Erawan hotel was told by an astrologist, that the time for laying the foundation stone was not really right. It could only be corrected by building a shrine in the area. Following this advice, the Thao Maha Brahma was enshrined one year later.
The Erawan Shrine is located on the northwest corner of the Grand Hyatt Erawan property, near the Chit Lom stop on the skytrain. It consists of a golden statue, the Thao Mana Brahma, that sits beneath a glittering canopy, surrounded by offerings of flowers, incese and candles. The area is crowded with worshippers day and night and always wafting with incense smoke. A very magical place to visit and a great spot to wish for a Happy New Year.
Enjoy some of my impressions and of course stay tuned for more…
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
In general on the last day of the year, I get very emotional and melancholic. I like to recall the past 12 months and remember the best moments. 2013 has been an exciting but also a very challenging year for me. A year that has taught me a lot and brought me many magic adventures that I shared with you.
For this year’s last post, I chose my favorite outfits of 2013 and hope that you will enjoy this little retrospective as much as I did putting it together. 12 months, versatile looks, shot in many different places in the world.
To a fabulous 2014, wishing you all a fantastic New Year’s Eve and only the best!
Thanks for following with all my heart!
LoL, Sandra
JANUARY 2013: Persian Dinner at Parisa in DOHA
New Year’s Eve in DOHA – Sunday Night in MILAN – Annabelle Prix de Beauté 2013 in ZURICH
FEBRUARY 2013: At the Montblanc Charity Brunch in LOS ANGELES
Greetings from KITZBUEHEL in AUSTRIA – With Dior at Pin-up Studios in PARIS – First Night with Montblanc in LOS ANGELES
MARCH 2013: At Omega’s La Nuit Enchantée in VIENNA
Stripes and Florals in LOS ANGELES – At the Valentino F/W 2013 Show in PARIS – Fashion’s Night Out in ZURICH
APRIL 2013: Tribute to Photography Night in ST. MORITZ
At the Rodial Beautiful Awards in LONDON – One Sunny Day in STOCKHOLM – Crazy for Braids and Biker Jackets
MAY 2013: Radiant Day in ZURICH
Trending in My Town – MCM Store Opening in ZURICH – MCM Shoot Part 1
JUNE 2013: At the Gucci Museo in FLORENCE
Boat Party in CANNES – Off to FLORENCE – Firenze4Ever Summer Festival
JULY 2013: The Shorts Story HONG KONG
Vermillion in SANYA – Pagoda Style in LIJIANG – SHANGHAI Bund
AUGUST 2013: Rive Gauche Summer Party in ZURICH
Hiking in ICELAND – City Girl – A Lovely Wedding
SEPTEMBER 2013: NYFW
Bamboo Obsession – NEW YORK Fashion Week – Feather Girl
OCTOBER 2013: PARIS
Infinity Jewelry – I Love LONDON – Love Pink
NOVEMBER 2013: La Vie en Rose
Driven by Something – Vermeer Meets Valentino in PARIS – Plaid Factor
DECEMBER 2013: It’s a Plaid, Plaid World
A Byzantine Moment – Amazing Grace – A Sunny Day in GSTAAD
Collages and photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
The title might sound a little pathetic looking at all the fur clothes that Miuccia Prada presented for her S/S 2014 collection. But even if you don’t like fur, you will have to admit that those designs are pieces of art. Colourful and vibrant, the craftsmanship that is needed to create those intarsia details is outstanding. Miuccia Prada uses the fur like a canvas and as most clothes cost as much as a masterpiece, why not combine the two? “Art” has been a major inspiration for many designers for the S/S 2014 season.
Personally speaking, I love the facial prints seen on the handbags the most. Cannot wait to get my hands on those…
Somebody else who couldn’t wait for those pieces to hit the shelves was no other than Marc Jacobs. He walked his dog on Christmas Day in Saint Barts wearing already one of the Prada S/S 2014 fur coats. He is a great admirer and friend of Miuccia Prada and I spotted him frequently at her Miu Miu shows in the afternoon after he had shown Louis Vuitton in the morning.
Let’s see which one of the must-have pieces Anna Wintour and Anna Dello Russo will pick. Nevertheless, Marc was first!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: PacificCoastNews, Courtesy of Prada