Sophistication and raw sensuality come together in Prada’s F/W 2013 campaign, shot by Steven Meisel in New York.
A stellar ensemble of fresh new faces such as Amanda Murphy and Kristine Froseth star alongside iconic, era-defining stars like Christy Turlington and Freja Beha. They inhabit seductively stark scenes, the pivotal characters in an enigmatic portrait of femininity.
Photographer: Steven Meisel
Models: Amanda Murphy, Catherine McNeil, Kristine Froseth, Christy Turlington, Caroline De Maigret, Cameron Russell, Fei Fei Sun, Rachel Williams, Malaika Firth, Freja Beha, Sophia Ahrens
Location: New York, studio, April 15th-20th 2013
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Prada
The sea holds many secrets, among them the power to retard the skin-aging process. Advanced Marine Biology by La Prarie, a marine-derived skincare line, contains superior formulas and age-fighting benefits perfect for those who seek eco-friendly products. An anti-aging complex, anti-oxidants and mega-rich sea nutrients combine to energize, protect and renew your skin. The perfect starter kit (from left to right) for a great price compared to other La Prairie collections.
ADVANCED MARINE BIOLOGY FOAMING MOUSSE CLEANSER
A gentle and conditioning cleanser that lifts away impurities without stripping skin of its natural moisture. CHF 74.00 (125ml)
ADVANCED MARINE BIOLOGY TONIC
This revitalizing triple-phase serum can play an important role in helping your skin regain its youthful tone and radiance. CHF 116.00 (150ml)
ADVANCED MARINE BIOLOGY REVITALIZING EMULSION
A multi-purpose, lightweight moisturizer for the face, neck and eye area. CHF 156.00 (50ml)
ADVANCED MARINE BIOLOGY EYE GEL
A lightweight anti-aging eye treatment that reduces puffiness and dark circles around the eye area. CHF 119.00 (15ml)
ADVANCED MARINE BIOLOGY DAY CREAM SUNSCREEN SPF 20
A moisturizing cream-gel that firms your skin, while offering high-level protection against environmental impact, including harmful sunrays. CHF 156.00 (50ml)
I love those five products and can absolutely recommend them. My skin feels refreshed, hydrated and revitalized.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of La Prarie and © Sandra Bauknecht
Something for my Swiss and German based readers:
The special seaside edition of SI Style magazine is available now featuring my column about my trip to Cannes with Chopard.
While you are reading this, I am off for one month to China. Hopefully I will have access to my blog, other social media platforms might be hard to use. Stay tuned for photos of my new adventure… Beijing, here I come!
LoL, Sandra
Photo: © Sandra Bauknecht
For S/S 2013, MCM makes a bold move bringing art and fashion together by launching the amazing limited edition collection ‘Eyes on the Horizon’, in collaboration with pop art whiz-duo Craig & Karl.
The pieces evoke a sunny optimism, recalling sun kissed vacations and the youthful excitement of endless summers. The artwork is focused on playful eyes peering out through pairs of sunglasses while taking on amusing and abstracted forms to add a sense of fun and modernity to the fashionable musts. I truly adore their humorous twist. A special project regarding this beautiful collection that I will participate in will be revealed soon.
TO SHOP THE LIMITED COLLECTION ‘EYES ON THE HORIZON’, CLICK HERE PLEASE.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of MCM and Craig & Karl
LUISAVIAROMA‘s Firenze4Ever was once again an outstanding experience. The sun was shining, blue sky over Florence and I enjoyed every single minute of it. Below are some backstage impressions and a little teaser of my photo shoot with Tommaso Fontanella.
A goody bag filled with amazing products from the likes of MCM and Sisley (my favourite mascara) among others waited for me.
LUISAVIAROMA goes punk!
Being interviewed by the lovely Kelly for Glamour and Vogue Italia.
My F/W 2013 selection: Fausto Puglisi, Emanuel Ungaro and Givenchy…
Tommaso showing me the first pics.
Very happy with the result of the shoot: Tom, Anna and me.
Stay tuned for the style labs coming up soon! Missing Florence already…
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
This week, the limited Dior Summer Mix Edition 2013 will be hitting the shelves in Switzerland. It features four Diorblush Cheek Cremes, with a new creamy, mousse-like non greasy texture that blends easily. An absolutely amazing must-have beauty product for the summer season. Along with those four blushes come four nail polishes in hot, vibrant shades to mix and match. For me, it is all about the colour combination of coral and pink as you can see above.
Pink patent-leather ankle-cuff sandals, coral patent-leather envelope clutch, both by Gucci, Sunnies 448 nail polish and Bikini 871 blush cream, both by Dior.
BLUSH CREME – CHF 49.50 each (One shot)
Bikini 871, Capri 851, Panama 651, Pareo 971
VERNIS – CHF 37.00 each (One shot)
Capeline 658, Créoles 678, Sunnies 448, Tie & Dye 858
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Dior and © Sandra Bauknecht
Introducing POLO RED, the new Ralph Lauren fragrance for men with a fiery edge and daring confidence. Inspired by the designer’s legendary luxury car collection and the resulting adrenaline rush, it captures speed and seduction in a powerful scent.
Nacho Figueras, professional polo player and face of the fragrance, says: “When I’m playing polo I need to push myself and be the first to the ball – that’s when my adrenaline rushes to its peak. Riding a horse is very much like driving a car: it’s about the race and hitting the right curves to get the most speed. Whether riding a polo horse or behind the wheel, I’m in control.”
WOODY SPICY
Top note: Red grapefruit
Middle note: Spicy red saffron
Base note: Deep red wood
In Switzerland exclusively available at Marionnaud from July 2013.
Eau de Toilette 40ml (CHF 60.00), 75ml (CHF 75.00) and 125ml (CHF 98.00)
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Ralph Lauren
Last Wednesday, I attended the opening night of the new solo exhibition at the Gucci Museo in Florence. The museum presents four significant works from the Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos (open to the public until December 15, 2103). Red Independent Heart #1 and Psycho, both from the Pinault Collection, plus Lavoisier and the video work Hand-made will be exhibited in Italy for the first time.
My look, a mix of coral and fuchsia: Ruffled printed silk-gazar mini dress, pink patent-leather ankle-cuff sandals, coral patent-leather envelope clutch, necklace with coral flowers motif 
and earrings with fuchsia pendants, all by Gucci.
For more information on the Gucci museo, I invite you to have a look at this previous post.
LoL, Sandra
Red Independent Heart #1
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
The closing night of LUISAVIAROMA‘s Firenze4Ever took place at the stunning Boboli Gardens (Giardini di Boboli), a park behind the Pitti Palace in Florence, that is home to a collection of sculptures dating from the 16th through the 18th centuries, with some Roman antiquities. It is amazing how LUISAVIAROMA always surprises us with another outstanding location.
Seated around the fountain in the Island Bassin (Vasca dell’Isola), we enjoyed a wonderful Tuscan dinner, a dance show, the amazing scenery followed by the after party with a private rock concert. The motto of the night was “Grunge Glam” and I went through my closet to find the most “punk-style” pieces that were in there.
My look: Cut-out knit dress, matching leggings and leather glove clutch, all by Alexander McQueen, choker by Louis Vuitton, bracelets by Miu Miu and Hermès, strappy sandals by Gucci and statement rings by Roberto Cavalli. All pieces are from previous seasons.
Below you can enjoy all my impressions of the night.
LoL, Sandra
Familiar faces: Sung-Joo Kim (looking a little different than at the MCM Grand Opening in Zurich last month) and the MCM team came to present their newest collaboration: they teamed up with illustrators, Craig & Karl, for a limited edition collection of summer accessories.
Adrian J. Margelist, Chief Creative Officer MCM, with me
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Stella McCartney knows exactly how women want to dress right now and that she has proved again for the S/S 2013 season. Her eco-friendly designs are one of the most wanted styles of all times. At the runway show in Paris, I spotted Charlotte Rampling who also told me how much she adores Stella’s style. Great news is that some of her summer must-haves are now on sale and I put a selection of the best pieces available for you together below. Just click on the highlighted text to be transferred directly.
Me front row at the Stella McCartney S/S 2013 show.
If you like my look, click here for the outfit post.
Lightweight and airy, the perfect companion for every day.
Airtex-mesh bomber jacket 
There’s no other dress like the intense blue shift with transparent panelling for a head-turning entrance at every event.
Silk-organza and crepe dress
With this playful sporty look, you are sure to stand out in the office and at cocktail hour.
Printed silk shirt and matching pants
Spring meets sophistication with Stella McCartney’s LBD.
Strapless embroidered organza dress
My favourite for day and night.
Odilia organza and knit circle dress 
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
