Sandra‘s Closet

Snow, sun, rain, the past days in Boston had it all. The only constant: relentless wind. Hair everywhere, nothing in place… and yet, the look held its own.

And somehow, it feels fitting. Boston is often considered the windiest city in the U.S. (despite what many think). Chicago may be called The Windy City, but the nickname actually comes from its famously «windy» politicians, not the weather.

My look: Cropped cotton tweed jacket in blue, matching belted tweed mini dress, and Kat platform boots, all by GANNI, crystal-embellished earrings by Self-Portrait, butterfly sunglasses with grey pearl chain, and mini rectangle flap bag in pearly lambskin with black-tone metal, both by CHANEL.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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The epitome of a catsuit and quite literally so. An Alex Perry silhouette in animal print, bold yet razor-sharp in its elegance, worn for a night that called for exactly that energy.

We celebrated my daughter’s 24th at Blind Duck at the Raffles Hotel in Boston, a night of dancing, laughter, and that effortless kind of joy you wish you could bottle. Some evenings stay with you. This one certainly will.

My look: Oversized black blazer by Stella McCartney, ruched leopard-print devoré-chiffon jumpsuit by Alex Perry, Aevitas pointy stud leather platform pumps by Versace, embellished aviator-style recycled-acetate and gold-tone sunglasses by Bottega Veneta, Kelly Pochette Cut clutch in black Swift leather with gold hardware by Hermès, and Mitza ring by Dior Fine Jewellery.

LoL, Sandra

.Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Felicia Sewerinsson @feliciasewerinsson
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For the opening of the Victoria and Albert Museum exhibition dedicated to Schiaparelli – Fashion Becomes Art, I returned to a look that feels almost personal by now.

Worn once before on a beautiful evening in Paris, it carries that rare quality of a piece that doesn’t fade with time, it deepens. In the showroom setting, surrounded by the house’s surreal codes and enduring legacy, the outfit felt entirely at home: sculptural, precise, and quietly audacious.

Schiaparelli has always lived in that space between art and instinct, and this look captures exactly that. One of my favorites, not only for how it looks, but for how it stays with you.

My look: Jacquard basque jacket, and matching jacquard bustier dress, Anatomy jewelry bag, dove necklace, and large eye ring, all by Schiaparelli, and lipstick heels in satin by Christian Louboutin.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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A few days at the newly reimagined Hotel Koenigshof in Munich last week and honestly, I didn’t want to leave. It’s one of those places that simply gets everything right. I’ll share more soon.

For now, this look: luminous violet, almost glowing against the warm, golden tones of Greta Oto. Perched above the city, the hotel’s restaurant brings a refined Latin American cuisine to Munich, weaving together Peruvian, Brazilian and Amazonian influences with modern finesse.

My outfit? All Dries Van Noten, except the shoes. I’ve always loved how the brand approaches color and texture. Building the look in layers and picking up the tone of the top again in the clutch, it pulls everything together without feeling too deliberate. The textures add depth, the color does the rest, distinctive, almost like art, but still completely wearable.

My look: Casia oversized silk-satin shirt, and matching silk-blend satin straight-leg pants, twisted patchwork voile and velvet halterneck top, and embellished striped wool-blend clutch, all by Dries Van Noten, Kate 100 leopard-print pony hair pumps by Christian Louboutin, Mitza ring by Dior Fine Jewellery, and royal crab Corsica earrings by Begüm Khan.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Diana Buenger @bydianabuenger
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Happy St. Patrick Day with moments captured on Killiney Hill, where the wind doesn’t ask, it decides. Freezing, wild, and impossible to style against. My hair? Completely taken by the elements, and honestly, that’s the point.

Later, in front of a perfectly green door, I paused for a photo. It opened. Within seconds, I was invited inside. No hesitation, just that quiet, unmistakable Irish warmth. Effortless, real, rare.

The clover charm on my sweater felt like more than an accessory, a small lucky symbol, a subtle homage to a country that wears its spirit so openly. Ireland has a way of staying with you, quietly, honestly, and a little like the wind: you can’t quite capture it, but you never really lose it either.

My look: Vintage green velvet blazer, cashmere sweater with clover charm, Linea G 2 leather-trimmed canvas shoulder bag, and sunglasses with golden frame and burgundy lenses by Gucci, Beautiful jean by Alice + Olivia, «Coaching» Forever Scarf 90, and scarf ring 90 Régate, both by Hermès, and leather platform ankle boots by Versace.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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By the lake in Zurich, wrapped in soft cream and sunlight. March, you’re treating us very well so far. The light, the warmth, the quiet promise of spring – I like you very much.

My look: Cream white cashmere sweater, and matching cashmere pants with buttons (both Coco Neige 2023), 1994 faux-pearl dangle CC clip-on earrings, all by CHANEL, medium Bobby bag in latte by Dior, cream felt hat with logo, and white butterfly tinted sunglasses , both by Valentino, vintage cream snow boots by Prada Sport.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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Paris feels especially precise from the Prince de Galles, the Art Déco symmetry, the golden calm of the Suite d’Or, the sense that elegance here is simply part of the architecture.

Yesterday’s CHANEL show was, as always, a reminder that the house never stands still. And yet, I notice how naturally I return to the earlier language of the Maison, that quiet, impeccably composed kind of elegance that first defined its allure.

Perhaps the newest chapter simply hasn’t found me yet. But that, too, feels very CHANEL: a house vast enough for different rhythms of taste, different moments of recognition. And in a place like this, surrounded by Paris at its most timeless, the classics tend to speak the clearest.

My look: Black long vest with bow details (Look 62 – S/S 2021), knitted jumpsuit with arm warmers (Look 8 – S/S 2021), logo choker, long pearl necklace and matching wide pearl bracelet, small logo chain waist belt, large waist belt with logo letters, pearl metal hairband with CC logo, and rhinestone Coco handle gunmetal bag, all by CHANEL, and Kate 100 suede pumps by Christian Louboutin.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Nadia Krawiecka
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A lunch filled with laughter, friendship, and inspiring women, a beautiful way to celebrate International Women’s Day.

To my readers, my friends, and every amazing woman I know: today is for you. Here’s to supporting, uplifting, and celebrating each other, today and every day!

My look: Memento batwing mini dress by Zimmermann, fleece-trimmed belted leather coat, gold-tone obsidian earrings, gold-tone jasper necklace, and logo-engraved belt, all by Chloé, PS1 leather clutch by Proenza Schouler, sunglasses by Alexander McQueen, and buckled leather knee boots by Burberry.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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As a fashion collector, I’m constantly searching for pieces that feel new, not just aesthetically, but conceptually. Fashion, after all, thrives on reinvention. The thrill is in discovering labels that push the conversation forward while still delivering that unmistakable sense of style.

This look from the Danish label GANNI caught my attention precisely for that reason. The crinkled taffeta is crafted from recycled polyester, a small but meaningful reminder that innovation in fashion doesn’t always have to shout; sometimes it simply slips into your wardrobe with effortless cool. GANNI has never claimed perfection, and perhaps that honesty is exactly what makes their approach feel modern. Their idea of responsibility is not a polished marketing word, but an ongoing process, one that evolves alongside the industry.

Naturally, the theme called for a playful twist. Enter my Moschino bag shaped like a roll of garbage bags, stamped with the words «C’est Trash Chic.» If fashion loves irony, then this is its perfect punchline. What could be more fitting than pairing recycled fabric with a bag that literally celebrates trash?

Recycling, but make it fashion. And maybe that’s the point: style has always had the power to transform the ordinary into something desirable, even a trash bag. Because in the end, great fashion doesn’t just recycle materials. It recycles ideas, attitudes, and humor. And when it’s done well, it looks incredibly chic.

My look: Cropped ruched bomber jacket, bow-detailed gingham crinkled-taffeta peplum blouse, gingham crinkled-taffeta miniskirt, and Kat platform boots, all by GANNI, bow-detailed red ribbon earrings by Simone Rocha, Intrecciato rectangular sunglasses in green/brown by Bottega Veneta, and cylinder clutch bag by Moschino.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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London, Mayfair.
Always running, from one high-end moment to the next.
So much happening, so much to discover.

In the rush, still in style. Always. Happy Weekend!

My look: Bow-embellished polka-dot silk crepe de chine midi dress by Alessandra Rich, VSLING mini top handle handbag in black with sparkling embroidery by Valentino, Hangisi 105 crystal-embellished satin pumps by Manolo Blahnik, silk scarf 90 «Costume de Fête» by Jan Bajtlik (S/S 2023) by Hermès, silver-tone crystal and pearl clip earrings, and crystal and pearl necklace, both by Alessandra Rich.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Felicia Sewerinsson @feliciasewerinsson
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