Sandra‘s Closet

After landing from Istanbul, I went directly to the opening reception of «Hermès in the Making». This outstanding event offers the possibility to meet the artisans behind Hermès’ sustainable craftsmanship. Until November 14, 2024 , you can discover how the French Maison craft objects designed to last and be repaired, to be used and passed down through generations.

Since its founding in 1837, six generations of artisans have safeguarded and nurtured their historic know-how in the Hermès workshops. This heritage is a living, flourishing and constantly evolving treasure trove of artisanal skills. Hermès in the Making brings craftspeople from nearly ten of the house’s métiers to offer a sneak-peek into their expert techniques and exclusive know-how. Their work echoes the heart of Hermès: preserving and developing savoir-faire – expertise which is often linked to a historical tradition or region – a quest for quality, durability and innovation, and respect for the surrounding environments.

With lovely Yvonne Leuthard, Press & Influence Manager Hermès Switzerland 

This 8-day public event features live demonstrations, workshops, interactive activities, and films spread throughout the space. You can customize your visit according to your curiosity and interests.

Lichthalle Maag, Hardbrücke
Zahnradstrasse 22
8005 ZURICH / Switzerland

Until November 14th
(Closed on Monday 11th)
10am – 7pm
Free admission

With my dear friends, Alexandra Kruse, my favorite unicorn and astrologist to the right, and photographer Elena Steness, who captures the best moments as you can see below: 

It was a beautiful evening where we spotted the most amazing bags among the visitors. I can absolutely recommend visiting the exhibition, especially as it has free admission. You just need to book a slot in advance here.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Elena Steness
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Another designer who steps into the fast food trend this season is Saint Laurent with its latest bag that will capture the attention of It girls everywhere. As the name suggests, Saint Laurent’s Take-Away bag finds inspiration in takeaway containers. Mimicking the well-known box that comes bearing your favourite cuisine, this embossed piece promises to add some fun to your accessory rotation, while the logo hardware reinforces that it is the most expensive happy meal daily.

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It’s a little more pricey than your average cheeseburger and french fries combo meal. The style comes in camel with gold hardware and black with silver hardware, engraved with the diamond-shaped YSL monogram.⁠

The Embossed Take-Away Box Bag by Saint Laurent is available here.

However, this style has been sported before by CHANEL (Paris – Shanghai Pre-fall 2010) and Moschino (F/W 2014). As I always say, keep your pieces, there will always be a time again!

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © YSL and © Sandra Bauknecht
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This must-have is no cheap date! The vibrant floral design on this LOUIS VUITTON Flower burger box will brighten up any table or countertop. Inside are six practical coasters in colors inspired by different hamburger ingredients, such as crisp green for lettuce and a tomato red. A push-stud design allows the piece to open and close with ease. I am loving it!

The LOUIS VUITTON FLOWER BURGER BOX is exclusively available at 24s here.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Louis Vuitton 
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The Wimbledon Championships, commonly called Wimbledon, is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and is widely regarded as the most prestigious. It’s also a showcase for fashion and style.

Since 2006, Ralph Lauren has been the official outfitter of Wimbledon, providing uniforms for on-court officials, including umpires and ball boys and girls. The brand’s classic, preppy style aligns perfectly with Wimbledon’s traditional aesthetic. You can also stand out off the court in elegant, authentic and distinctly Wimbledon styles from the women’s Polo Ralph Lauren apparel and accessories range that pays tribute to the timeless sophistication of tennis.

I was at Centre Court yesterday before heading to Johannesburg and cannot wait to tell you all about it.

 YOU CAN SHOP THE POLO RALPH LAUREN WIMBLEDON COLLECTION HERE.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Ralph Lauren
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This summer, the Missoni Resort Club lands in Sicily, bringing its iconic patterns to the Verdura Resort by Rocco Forte Hotels to mark its 15th birthday. The collaboration combines creative energy and relaxation in a stunning landscape where to experience the Missoni lifestyle.

Plan your visit in summer and see this pristine beach pop with Missoni Resort Club prints inspired by the endless turquoises of the Mediterranean Sea. Recline beneath cabanas on sunbeds, towels, and chairs in sea blue and cool white accents that epitomise summer and combine Missoni’s energy and imagination with Sicily’s coastal tranquillity.

The Boutique
Visit the dedicated Missoni pop-up boutique offering a selection of the fashion house’s signature patterns. Fall in love with bold and beautiful designs that marry Missoni’s vibrant aesthetic with the serene ambience of Verdura Resort, and return home with a limited piece from this partnership, adding a touch of Italian flair to your poolside look.

The Cocktail Collection
Keep cool with a bespoke cocktail, such as the Kandinsky Escape or Missoni Breeze, served at the beach bar and at the newly refurbished Ondina pool bar and restaurant, overlooking the infinity pool. Admire breathtaking sunsets with a stylish poolside sundowner, inspired by Missoni’s dazzling colours and bursting with fresh, local botanicals. A multisensory celebration of your unmistakably Sicilian summer.

Just looking at the pictures, I get this amazing holiday vibe we all enjoy so much!

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Rocco Forte Hotels
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On our last evening at the beautiful One&Only Kéa Island Resort, we enjoyed a wonderful farewell dinner at the hotel’s Atria restaurant hosted by Net-à-Porter and YSSO, the London-based, Greek jewlery brand that I told you more about in the previous post.

The table setting with olives and green hues was once more breathtaking and the rising full moon made the scenery completely poetic. The dress code said «Greek Chic». Alexia Karides, who co-founded YSSO with her mother, explained us a little bit about her inspiration and limited-edition collaboration with the brand.

We received the iconic Flower Bud earrings as a gift. A blooming flower, captured in sweeping gold arches, the earrings depict the light and energy stored within a flower bud before opening.

An amazing trip – a huge thank you to Iona and her team –  for all these magic moments and memories to take home.

You can shop YSSO online at Net-à-Porter here.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht and © Sandra Semburg
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This week, I followed Net-à-Porter‘s invitation to Greece for a so-called Aegean Escape at the new One&Only Kéa Island Resort, that will officially open its doors in June 2024. Honestly, I cannot wait to share all these fabulous moments with you. Let me get started with the Aquazzura Alfresco Lunch at Bond Beach Club on the second day.

The setting featuring lemons and tableware from Aquazzura Casa was breathtaking and I matched the yellow striped decor without knowing. On display was the beautiful new Aquazzura Riviera collection, that is exclusively available at Net-à-Porter.

Inspired by Mediterranean summers and La Dolce Vita, we enjoyed a beautiful lunch in an amazing setting on beautifully embroidered linens in an array of joyful patterns and vivid colors. I cannot wait to show you every moment of this trip. Thank you to the wonderful Net-à-Porter team for spoiling me rotten!

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Aquazzura
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F1 Arcade has arrived in the USA with Boston being the first spot to experience all the excitement, drama, and glamour of Formula 1 and Washington D.C later in the year. In Europe, you can find the experience in London and Birmingham.

However, if you find yourself hoping over the pond, I recommend visiting the US venue in the Boston Seaport district. F1 Arcade is a thrilling new simulation racing experience, and probably the only place in the world where you can get drunk driving. Not that I recommend this, but here you can bar, dine and race at once.

Featuring full-motion racing simulators, typical American food and a selection of enticing drinks, this is truly unrivaled social gaming. Racing is thirsty work. You can grab a much-needed pit stop at the really cool cocktail bar, that is featuring an impressive list of vintage Champagne cocktails. So, Anouk and I decided not to wait any longer and assemble our pit crew, grab a cocktail, and take the wheel of an F1 simulator for an electrifying experience we’ll never forget.

To book your racing experience, click here please.

F1 ARCADE SEAPORT DISTRICT
87 Pier 4 Blvd Boston MA 02210 United States

Even the restrooms match the theme and feature different light installations of race tracks in every cabin.

Racers, start your engines!

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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This is a collaboration made in heaven for me. Scents and coffee … two of my most favorite things. Diptyque, in collaboration with the famous Café Verlet in Paris, has unveiled its newest collection, «The Art of Gourmandise / Les Délicieuses», merging the essence of Parisian café culture with the brand’s renowned olfactory craftsmanship.

This collection unveils four elegantly crafted limited edition scented classic candles illustrated by artist Clym Evernden expressing the flavours of a typical French cafe:

Café (Coffee) – embodying the richness of freshly brewed coffee
Chantilly (Whipped Cream) – light and sweet with a dash of vanilla
Biscuit (Cookie) – a spicy, patchouli-infused aroma
Fruits Confits (Candied Fruits) – a tangy plum scent.

The fragrances evoke the rich ambiance of a Parisian café, each a nod to the history of Café Verlet, established in 1880 and acclaimed for its finely tuned flavors.

Complementing the candles are the Coffee Bean Lid and Parisian Café Tray.

Available from the beginning of April 2024, these olfactory delights can be found online, in Diptyque boutiques and at selected retailers, inviting all to indulge in the world of Parisian gourmandise and to enjoy the playful illustrations of a whimsical Paris at your home.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Diptyque and Café Verlet
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Caran d’Ache unveils «Kawaii Sweetness», a new online creative course with Geneva based artist, freelance children’s illustrator and graphic designer Katia De Conti. Mix and layer textures and colours using Gouache paints and Neocolor™ II pastels. This workshop offers enthusiasts the opportunity to discover the basics of the kawaii style, which originated in Japan.

Discover all the secrets of bringing objects to life by transforming them into cute characters (Kawaii in Japanese) using illustrative methods that are both simple and fun. In this class, Katia will take you step by step through the key principles of the Kawaii style and encourage your personal expression. Arm yourself with your Neocolor™ II gouache and wax pastels, and let yourself be guided into the sweet and colourful world of Katia’s studio. The creative online course «Kawaii Sweetness» is available on the Creative Class platform. For more information and to register, visit creativeclass.carandache.com.

Creative Class: An International Creative Hub
Since its launch in June 2023, Creative Class has attracted many colour enthusiasts. With online creative classes available in 3 languages (French, German, and English), Creative Class caters to hobbyists and enthusiasts by offering various online workshops led by illustrators, teachers, or artists. It offers a relaxed and accessible approach for those who wish to enjoy a moment of relaxation and unleash their creativity. This new course continues Caran d’Ache’s commitment to inspire and cultivate creativity for all generations.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Caran d’Ache
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