Dressing in black and white is something that can make you look effortlessly chic in a second if you bear in mind to avoid the obvious. A white top with a black skirt or trousers can be easily reminiscent of a work uniform. Get a little creative and go for a bold pattern as I did for this outfit or much easier simply turn the colour combination upside down.
My look: Sheer star print blouse, asymmetric leather pencil skirt 
and pointed leather Mary-Jane pumps, all by Saint Laurent. Limelight Gala watch and Rose diamond ring, both by Piaget. Lumière Anissa underwired bra by Eres and Pure Matt 50 denier tights by Falke.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Loox Photo Studio by Adriana Tripa
Here is the second look from my photo shoot in Los Angeles with PIAGET. This outfit is one of my favorites this season. The blood lustre rockabilly-inspired satin bomber jacket with the vampire detail on the back is such an eye-catcher while giving an unexpected twist to the feminine Piaget jewelry. An unbeatable combination!
My look:
Embellished satin bomber jacket, leopard print blouse, red skinny stretch-leather pants, Betty chain red leather shoulder bag and suede ankle boots, all by Saint Laurent, sunglasses by Céline, jewelry and Limelight Gala watch, both by Piaget.
LoL, Sandra
Behind the Scene Photos (Collage): © Sandra Bauknecht – Photos: David Shama
While being in Los Angeles for the Film Independent Spirit Awards, PIAGET asked me to do a photo shoot with them to sport three different looks that would complement their amazing jewelry and watches perfectly. Here is the first one photographed by David Shama.
My look: Embroidered chiffon and twill varsity jacket 
by 3.1 Phillip Lim, Nelio printed silk top 
and black flared mini skirt, both by Tibi, suede ankle boots by Saint Laurent.
Jewelry by Piaget.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: David Shama
It is raining outside, but who cares?! I love to incorporate my new season pieces into my wardrobe before the warm temperatures hit the city.
My look: Printed jacquard tunic top and coin earrings, both by Dolce & Gabbana, floral-print silk-faille mini shorts by Miu Miu, blue suede fringe shoulder bag and overknee boots, both 
by Gucci. Diorette ring by Dior Haute Joaillerie.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
As promised, here is the detailed post regarding my outfit that I wore to the 2014 Film Independent Spirit Awards.
My look: Patchwork lace peplum gown by Alessandra Rich, Janis leather pumps by Saint Laurent, dual beaded leather clutch by Valentino,crystal embellished butterfly earrings by Miu Miu and rose diamond ring by Piaget.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Straight off the runway, those artistic pieces from Prada and Miu Miu had been on my wish list right from the moment I spotted them on the catwalk. Playful prints and a pastel palette have added an instant update to my summer wardrobe. One of my favorite S/S 2014 outfits.
My look: Two-tone wool-twill jacket, mini skirt and cat-print patent leather boots, all by Miu Miu, white long tank top by Givenchy, makeup face-printed saffiano tote illustrated by Jeanne Deallante 
by Prada, hoop earrings with pearls by Dior and rose diamond ring by Piaget.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Last Thursday, I was invited for a beautiful evening, dedicated to fashion, aesthetics and beauty, in short FAEBAU at the Alta Aesthetica private clinic, located in Rheinfelden, east of Basel. The house, which is specialized in esthetic surgery, opened its doors in March 2012 in the former Grand Hôtel des Salines. A truly breathtaking building overlooking the Rhine. During a panel show, I was able to give an insight into my world as editor-in-chief of L’Officiel Switzerland and to share my own beauty secrets that you also find here on Sandra’s Closet.
My look: Aubine embellished satin-twill dress and Falabella crystal-embellished faux leather clutch, both by Stella McCartney, red leather boots by Prada, art deco earrings by Chanel and rose diamond ring by Piaget.
A huge thank you to Katrin Roth for the lovely panel discussion!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Uta Gruetter and © Sandra Bauknecht
This was my outfit I wore to the Dior Addict event in Paris. I love the beginning of spring when you get to sport for the first time your new season pieces and you know that the summer months are ahead of you. And sunshine in Paris is just divine…
My look: Polka dot print mini dress with lace undergarment by Dolce & Gabbana, pointed leather Mary-Jane pumps by Saint Laurent, vibrant camouflage-print bag, matching scarf and bracelet, all by Anselm Reyle for Dior, Diorette ring by Dior Haute Joaillerie.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
I am completely obsessed with Dolce & Gabbana‘s S/S 2014 collection inspired by ancient Sicily and Greece. The prints and details are all about coins that give the impression they have just been dug up on an archaeological excursion and in combination with polka dots, they look divine, sophisticated and feminine. The bag is like a treasure chest that I will surely keep forever!
My look: Polka dot top, cotton-blend coin-jacquard mini skirt, coin earrings, oversized gold-tone coin belt, ancient coin print scarf and inlaid wood top handle bag, all by Dolce & Gabbana. Janis leather pumps by Saint Laurent, Mitza ring by Dior Haute Joaillerie and Lady Excalibur watch by Roger Dubuis.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
This was my outfit I wore to the opening of Switzerland’s first Karl Lagerfeld store last week in Zurich. Sass and class I called it.
My look: Tuxedo jacket, Agnes leather-trimmed washed-twill jumpsuit and Kuilted leather backpack, all by Karl Lagerfeld, suede ankle boots by Saint Laurent, diamond rose necklace, diamond rose ring and Limelight Gala watch, all by Piaget, Hapi leather bracelet by Hermès, Atlas silver bangles by Tiffany & Co. and leather bracelet by Miu Miu.
Mr UK diamanté-embellished figurine by Karl Lagerfeld + tokidoki.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © David Biedert and © Sandra Bauknecht
