Shoes speak louder than words, especially those to die for ones by Saint Laurent. An exacting standard of attitude, these black pumps will become your first port of call when it comes to downtown dressing. The vertiginous heel is supported with a generous platform, while gently swaying silver-toned chains add edgy appeal. My object of desire that has deserved its own post!
SHOP THE JANIS LEATHER PLATFORM PUMPS WITH CHAINS BY SAINT LAURENT HERE.
LoL, Sandra
From now until to February 28, 2014, the Mandarin Oriental Munich invites guests to indulge in little fashion fantasy of their own with the Mandarin Bar’s Jimmy Choo Fashion Afternoon Tea.
One of my favorite heels by Jimmy Choo for the new season is the neon elaphe pump.
The tea set takes inspiration from Jimmy Choo’s Cruise 2014 collection and highlights the popular clutch Charlize and the stiletto Sunday. The iconic hotel’s pastry chefs have specially created a range of dainty culinary treats, such aschocolate raspberry macaroons, Jimmy Choo handbags filled with chocolate, cucumber and cream cheese and grapefruit lemon and caviar shooters which are sure to win the hearts of every fashionista.
Whether as a gift for a best friend or as a treat after a shopping tour, this special Afternoon Tea at the Mandarin Bar is a must for those with a passion for fashion who want to enjoy the sweet temptations of life.
How gorgeous is Jimmy Choo’s Cruise 2014 Candy glitter-finished acrylic clutch?!
It is priced at €39.00 per person and €55.00 per person with a glass of champagne. All guests who book the tea will a special complimentary gift set: Jimmy Choo FLASH fragrant surprise. Available from Mondays to Fridays from 3.00pm to 6.00pm. Reservations can be made through: +49 (0)89 290 98 1929.
See you there! In case that you won’t make it to Munich, check out the Prêt-à-PorTea at the Berkeley Hotel in London.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Mandarin Oriental Munich and Jimmy Choo
Based in Miami, Del Toro was founded in 2005 by Italian-born Matthew Chevallard, and originally sought to fill a void in the marketplace for affordable customized slippers.
It didn’t take long for the brand to become successful and so the collection evolved to include new styles such as sneakers, drivers, and espadrilles among others. Handmade in Italy, my favorite choices are those amazing S/S 2014 flats that tell a whimsical story with every step.
THE DEL TORO S/S 2014 COLLECTION IS AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER HERE.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Del Toro
Aquazzura, founded by Edgardo Osorio, has won the heart of every shoe lover around the globe in no time. And believe me, after having met the extremely good-looking and charming designer in Paris, I love his heels even more.
Colombian-born Edgardo launched his label in 2011, after having honed his skills at such renowned fashion houses as Salvatore Ferragamo and Roberto Cavalli. Crafted on the outskirts of Florence, his impeccably crafted, elegant and extremely sexy footwear offers the ultimate mix of European luxury and Latin American extravagance.
This fall, he is launching a special capsule collection of his iconic Berkeley bootie in partnership with Shoescribe. Make sure to add at least one pair to your to-buy list and enjoy this sneak preview below of his amazing designs for S/S 2014.
Aquazura is available at net-à-porter and mytheresa.
LoL, Sandra
Still and photos in collage to the left: Courtesy of Shoescribe, to the right © Sandra Bauknecht
All other photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Shoes, bags and champagne… my all time favourites! Charlotte Olympia has launched a limited edition capsule collection for Veuve Clicquot Champagne. So pop the cork, and raise your glass, in fabulous shoes, that personify style and class.
This ‘lovely bubbly’ collection is available both in-store at Harrods (Shoe Salon, First Floor) and online HERE.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Harrods
Those shoes are a phenomenon. They started as a must-have in every blogger closet in 2008 and were seen on the likes of Sienna Miller and Kate Bosworth. Over the last years, they have become a fashion classic, available in many different colours. Now, my favourite version in black with golden studs is back in stock for the new season.
CLICK HERE TO SHOP THE SUSANNA STUDDED ANKLE BOOTS
I still love mine, they are stylish and comfortable in one. Have a look at some previous posts, when I wore them during a girls trip in London or to the Fashion 2.0 Awards in New York City.
LoL, Sandra
Chloé Pre-fall 2008: The first season of the must-have shoes
Celebs wearing the Susanna studded ankle boots: Ashley Tisdale, Sienna Miller, Halle Berry and Kate Bosworth.
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht, Courtesy of Chloé and Getty Images
How can something be so cute yet so chic? With a peep-hole vamp and subtle nod to Minnie Mouse, these nude heels by Christian Louboutin are a confection for the feet.
To shop the Madame Mouse Heels by Christian Louboutin, please click here.
LoL, Sandra
In a bold new collection for NARS, designer Pierre Hardy brings his fresh color palette to the iconic beauty brand. Inspired by his S/S 2013 shoe collection, Hardy’s offering includes six color-forward nail polish pairings and two richly-hued blushes.
Nail polish duos come housed in a small shoebox with dust bag (a nod to Hardy’s own footwear packaging), while the high voltage blush palettes go graphic with shimmering gold overspray of the designer’s signature cubic print.
NAIL POLISHES
ETHNO RUN orange, navy
SHARPLINES peach, burgundy
VERTEBRA coral, dusty rose
EASY WALKING rose gold, camel
SHARKS yellow, lavender
VENOMOUS gunmetal, black (exclusive to NARS boutiques and narscosmetics.com)
Nail Polish Pairs CHF 49.00 each
BLUSHES
ROTONDE tiger lily
BOYS DON’T CRY pink grapefruit
Blush Palettes CHF 68.00 each
The NARS Pierre Hardy collection will be available on May 1, 2013.
There is no denying that this NARS designer collaboration is amazing. Graphic prints and sculptural designs are Pierre Hardy’s forté.
Wouldn’t his iconic rose gold-plated 3D cuff complement your new manicure perfectly?
TO SHOP PIERRE HARDY SHOES, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Nars and Pierre Hardy
Designed in New York. Made in Italy. Worn with affection.
Shoes transport you: From the cobblestoned streets of SoHo to the cafes and canals of Venice, comfortable, chic, shoes allow us to explore fashion and culture. With this in mind, J.Crew’s new Italian shoe collection has the style of New York and the craftsmanship of Italy. To check out which ones are your favorites, click here please.
Personally speaking, I love the Janey patent flats in lime green and the Etta pink leopard sequins pumps (see above).
Great news for you, my dear readers! Here is your chance to receive a trip for two to NYC, a tour of the Vogue offices, a $1,000 J.Crew shopping spree with a Very Personal Stylist, and dinner for two at a NYC Italian hot spot. All you have to do is to share your interpretation of how your world reflects the mix-and-match fashions of NYC and the cultural community of Italy.
HOW TO ENTER
– Subscribe/log-in to Pinterest and follow J.Crew on Pinterest.
– Create a board entitled “My Shoe Story”.
– Pin 5 shoe or product images from jcrew.com or J.Crew Pinterest together with images of the places that inspire you.
– Use the hashtags #jcrew and #myshoestory in the pin descriptions.
– Click here to enter.
– The contest ends on April 29, 2013.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of J.Crew
Can you tell a woman’s star sign by her shoes or bag? The answer is yes with Charlotte Olympia’s cosmic collection. Find your soul mate in those uber-cute zodiac charms.
TO SHOP CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA’S COSMIC COLLECTION, PLEASE CLICK HERE.
If you sign hasn’t arrived yet, check back in a few days. In case that you are interested in fashion astrology, have a look at this previous post. For an interview with the amazing designer, click here.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Charlotte Olympia