The Jo Malone™ Townhouse is in full bloom. Over 10,000 peonies and swathes of the softest blush suede have transformed the global headquarters for the launch of the Peony & Blush Suede Collection. The new fruity floral fragrance for women, developed by perfumer Christine Nagel, features red apple, peony, rose, honey and suede. Available in September 2013.
Peonies are my favourite flowers and I can literally smell them looking at the beautiful photos…
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Jo Malone
This was my look that I wore to the Secret Boudoir event in Zurich last Tuesday. I have been crazy lately for 3.1 Phillip Lim’s designs. Look at this S/S 2013 jacket, what’s not to love about it? The fabric, the embroideries, the colors, everything is just perfect.
Here are all the details: Embroidered chiffon and twill varsity jacket by 3.1 Phillip Lim, polka-dot silk dress (also available as blouse here)
, white ‘Duffle 6’ bag and Janis leather pumps, all by Saint Laurent, Diorette Marguerite ring and matching necklace, both by Dior Haute Joaillerie, 4810 hoop earrings in pink gold with diamonds by Montblanc and floral sunglasses by Prada.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Sandra Bauknecht
Tuesday night, I attended a very unusual evening in Zurich, so-called SECRET BOUDOIR at Park Hyatt. Along with over 150 influential women, I was invited to indulge in a luxurious ladies only event with top brands like Dior, Acqua di Parma and Valisère.
Dressed in the renowned lingerie label, surrounded by flower creations by Susanne Wismer Blumen, the products were presented in different installations with live models. While enjoying the event, we could indulge in gourmet chocolate from the oldest brand in Geneva, Chocolatier du Rhône. The only thing missing was definitely champagne as most of us were not up for the strong cocktails made with either Tanqueray 10 Gin or the luxurious Vodka, Cîroc.
Copenhagen-based Tine Arentsen Willumsen, from Above & Beyond, who owns the concept Secret Boudoir and is the business woman behind this experiential marketing strategy says: “Luxury has to be lived and felt! – Secret Boudoir is like walking into Vogue…actually participating and feeling the magic as a consumer!”
Park Hyatt Zurich added to the fun by presenting “Sweet Temptations”, delicious “take away” cakes created in the design of handbags and colorful cupcakes.
A fun new concept that ended in an extremely entertaining girl’s night out around the corner…
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Secret Boudoir and © Sandra Bauknecht
Cartier‘s newest collection PARIS NOUVELLE VAGUE is inspired by Paris, jewelry pieces that sparkle and shine like the famous City of Light. Dedicated to seven different Parisian women and places – Mischievous, Voluptuous, Impish, Emancipated, Sparking, Glamourous and Delicate, you can choose which one you would love to be. Here are my three favorites:
7.00 pm – Trocadéro, the place that never stops. Modern, sophisticated, it inspires the art-loving Parisienne who wears this unique necklace or bracelet. It is time to be liberal…
8.30 pm – The ferris wheel at the Tuileries is turning and the colours of the sky melt in all shades of green and blue. The desire to be cheeky awakes…
9.00 pm – An evening at the Opéra, baroque and beautiful, who wouldn’t love those diamant embellished jewelry pieces. It is time to be opulent…
The complete collection will be in stores in June 2013.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Cartier
Last week, MCM‘s first European flagship store opened its doors in Zurich. As you already know, I felt very honoured to be the blogger host for this wonderful event.
My relationship with MCM dates back to my early college years when I designed a complete collection for the German brand that was founded by Michael Cromer in Munich in the Mid ’70s as ‘Michael Cromer Munich‘ (MCM). Today, it belongs to Sungjoo Design Tech & Distribution, and has been renamed ‘Mode Creation Munich‘ (MCM).
The company’s owner Sung-Joo Kim, a very fascinating lady, had flown in from South Korea for the event along with some famous celebrities. She was ranked among the “Top 50 Women to Watch” by the Wall Street Journal in 2004 and selected as one of the “New Century Leaders” in CNN for the Best of Asia in 2003.
The new amazing colossal MCM store, located at the iconic Münsterhof, offers 160 square metres full of the brand’s must-haves.
Bettina Zollinger, store manager MCM Zurich, with me at the opening party.
Adrian J. Margelist, Chief Creative Officer MCM, with me in front of the shop. I am carrying the Veronika Isis studded shoulder bag from MCM’s upcoming F/W 2014 collection. For all details regarding my look, please click here.
To celebrate the first European flagship store, MCM released an exclusive Zurich Visetos line. The luxurious special edition, only available in Zurich is inspired by the city’s coat of arms, featuring a unique blue and white colourway available on various classic shapes.
How cute are these MCM doggies?!
The party crowd outside…
Spotted: Guya Merkle, owner and designer of Vieri Haute Joaillerie, the luxurious high end jewelry brand.
German actor Jimi Blue Ochsenknecht
Renowned South Korean actor Sang-Woo Kwon
Another famous guest: Designer Albert Kriemler, Creative Director of Akris.
At work
Lovely Fiona Hefti compèred the event.
The ribbon cutting ceremony
Later, I was invited to the official dinner held at the Zunfthaus zur Waag, during which Swiss singer Paloma Würth performed some of her songs. The highlight of the menu was definitely the logo cake for dessert.
Thank you, MCM, for this beautiful event!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of MCM, Tillate and © Sandra Bauknecht
«L’Air du Temps is blue, as blue as the sky and the sea thus evoking infinity and freedom.»
Olivia Putman.
Designer and heiress to the Putman style, Olivia Putman brought a breath of fresh to the Ricci label, reworking the bottle of the house’s celebrated perfume L’Air du Temps for a unique and limited edition 2013 with her certain Parisian chic.
L’AIR DU TEMPS by Nina Ricci – A classic revisited
A tribute to flowers. Since its creation, this vibrant and sumptuous bunch of flowers – the first spicy floral in the history of perfumerie – has been jealoulsy protected and remained unchanged.
A fragrance that goes from mothers to daughters, from girls to women, L’Air du Temps is a joy that is inherited, an object that is shared, a trail that is transmitted.
A determinedly free creation from its very start, in 1948. New and bold alchemy of natural materials and synthetic products, invented in the elation of the post-war period, L’Air du Temps is an ode to new found joy, peace and victorious freedom.
A pure and radiant fragrance that has all the seductive and bewitching assets of femininity.
FLORAL
Top notes: Peach, carnation, neroli, bergamot, rose and palisander rosewood
Middle notes: Rosemary, carnation, gardenia, violet, orchid, cloves, orris, jasmine, ylang-ylang and rose
Base notes: Spices, iris, amber, sandalwood, musk, benzoin, moss, vetiver and cedar
The limited edition L’AIR DU TEMPS par Olivia Putman is available as Eau de Toilette for CHF 129.00 (100ml).
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Nina Ricci
Which child doesn’t dream of owning its own home? Thanks to MY COSY COTTAGE, this wish can come true, your little one can have his or her little villa in the garden.
Jutta von Braunmühl, founder and mother of three, had the idea a few years ago when she was looking for playhouses. Today, she offers in her showroom in Munich fairytale children’s handcrafted wooden cottages and little houses made to order.
Great news is that MY COSY COTTAGE is now exclusively available at KIDS DESIGN LAKESIDE in Switzerland.
My Little Stanglwirt, inspired by the famous eponymous 5 star hotel in Austria. Have a look at this previous post where I am standing in front of this cute playhouse in Kitzbuehel.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of My Cosy Cottage
Today’s post is dedicated to my very own little family. Thank you so much for the lovely Mother’s Day I had! You truly have spoilt me. First of all, I woke up with my daughter’s arms around my neck to a bouquet of my favourite flowers, peonies, as you can see in my collage above. I am so proud of her as she came up with the most creative idea ever. She gave me a wall clock that she had embellished with photos of us. How cool is that?!
Then, she had convinced her Daddy to get me this gorgeous ‘Diorette Marguerite‘ ring, the miniature version of my beloved ‘Diorette‘ ring. She handed it to me while telling me how much she loves me. Being a mum is the best job ever, since the payment is pure love…
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Last week, MCM‘s first flagship store in Europe has opened its doors in Zurich. As you know, I was the host for the Blogger Makeover 2013 photo shoot to celebrate that special occasion and truly enjoyed the party in the evening.
My look: Printed crepe dress and Ruota Carretto gold-plated tasseled clip earrings, both by Dolce & Gabbana, pointed leather Mary-Jane pumps by Saint Laurent, cuff by Stella McCartney
and Veronika Isis studded shoulder bag from MCM‘s upcoming F/W 2014 collection.
Stay tuned for all my photos of the night coming up soon!
LoL, Sandra
A huge thank you to the lovely Andrea (Chic in Zurich) and Petra (MCM) for the photos.
Photos: © Andrea Monica Hug, © Petra Zen-Ruffinen and © Sandra Bauknecht
Swatch has created a beautiful Mother’s Day gift set that consists of five Matryoshka dolls and three Swatch watches hidden within. These famous Russian dolls tell the story of three generations; mother, daughter & grand-daughter. Look inside to find three brightly coloured, floral watch designs (New Gent, Gent and Lady) wrapped around the ladies waists.
The set is available for CHF 200.00.
Happy Mother’s Day means more than flowers and gifts. It means saying thank you. But in case you are in need of a last minute surprise, CLICK HERE TO SHOP A NET-A-PORTER VIRTUAL GIFT CARD that will be delivered directly one second later to your mom’s inbox.
Happy Mother’s Day to my fabulous Mom. I love you very much!!!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Swatch
