Katie Holmes was spotted in Jamaica on her way to a helicopter carrying the large Sofia top handle flap bag by Salvatore Ferragamo in the trend colour mercury. But what truly got my attention was the smaller version in the hands of her daughter Suri Cruise. The two bags were a Christmas present by the Italian fashion house.
But the twin look is no surprise. The 3-old and her mom are often seen dressed indentically, most of the time in outfits designed by Katie for her Holmes& Yang (her partner is the stylist Jeanne Yang) line of clothing that came out last year and is available exclusively at Maxfield, L.A. by special order (+1 310 274- 8800).
The Ferragamo bag comes in different colours and materials and has a “Kelly bag” style flap with signature hardware. If you like it, have a look at www.luisaviaroma.com. They sell a large variety. Some of the python models are even marked down and a great way of getting your hands on the trend material for accessories next summer: Snake skin! The “Sofia” is not an It-bag, but a classic companion for many seasons to come.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Ferragamo
Get ready for this coming Saturday! On February 20, an exclusive knitwear collection by Sonia Rykiel for H&M will be available in around 200 stores worldwide. The colours are flamboyant and the designs like her signature graphic stripes very à la mode.
It is the second part of the collaboration after the amazing success of Rykiel`s recent lingerie collection for H&M. The advertising campaign was shot by Sølve Sundsbø and captures the spirit of the brand perfectly, especially with the models` hair frizzed like the designer`s own.
It is also H&M`s first guest designer collaboration that includes children.
Available are very cute pieces for girls aged 18 months to 8 years.
Nathalie Rykiel
During my studies, I interned with Sonia Rykiel, the „Queen of Knits“, and worked by her side in her design office located above the famous Parisian shop in Saint Germain des Prés (175, blvd St. Germain). It was a very interesting time for me – not always easy but definitely a worth-while life experience. Today Nathalie Rykiel, Sonia`s daughter, is the president and artistic director of the fashion house.
I was in love with her knitwear a long time before I got to know her. Every piece I own has never gone out of fashion and was absolutely worth the investment. Therefore I am really looking forward to the Sonia Rykiel for H&M collection.
The ultimate accessory is the UNICEF bag by Sonia Rykiel for H&M. Thirty per cent of the proceeds from the bag will go to a project supposed to improve the lives of children in cotton-growing communities in India. Read more on: www.hm.com/allforchildren.
Below you can find my favourites. Get your hands on an iconic piece with Rykiel`s hallmark stripes and rhinestones. Slogan sweaters are also always a major part of her collections. „Mon Pull Rykiel“ might be a good start! Combine your look with a little beret plus platform shoes and the Parisian joie de vivre will be all yours for little money!
If you are not able to make it on Saturday, no worries please, the whole collection (except for the UNICEF bag) will be sold online.
LoL, Sandra
Photos courtesy of H&M
Have a look at the revival of the old French fashion house of Carven. Founded after the Second World War in 1945 by Madame Carven who turned 100 last year and initially launched to cater for petite women like Madame Carven herself, the house is debuting now a new exciting ready-to wear collection designed by former Givenchy designer Guillaume Henry. The looks are great, modern, never pretentious and most amazingly low priced. The cocktail dresses are in the price range of €330 to €450. It is definitely a label to watch in the future. Above you can find my favourite picks all available online.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Carven
Dress by Temperley London
Today net-à-porter.com`s new wedding boutique went finally online. You can choose between many different amazing styles for the bride, the bridesmaid and the mother of the bride. Also available are fabulous lingerie and great items for your honeymoon.
Have a look at my suggestions for the perfect wedding-day chic and enjoy!
LoL, Sandra
Lace top by Stella McCartney and suit by Yves Saint Laurent
Jacket and skirt by Alberta Ferretti
Dress by Lanvin Blanche
Meet Heidi Kopp, store manager of à côté beauty treats by FAORO an amazing concept store in St. Moritz. The bubbly, charismatic former make-up artist with a great sense for trends offers a large variety of amazing beauty treatments, manicures, pedicures, conture make-ups and even tattoos.
The minute you enter the beautiful shop, you forget the mountains and feel like being in New York City. Luxury brands like Erno Laszlo, Dr. Sebagh, Révive are available along with outstanding perfumes from Annick Goutal or Bond N°9, just to name a few. A côté is a shop in shop at Faoro, the well-known St. Moritz clothing store.
My favourite is the cosmopolitan OPI nail bar where you can get your nails done at short notice. For me a côté is always a welcome change during my stays in the Engadin.
Indulge yourself and take a break from everyday life once you are up here!
LoL, Sandra
Open from June to April
High season: Mo-Sa from 9am to 7pm
Low season: Mo-Fr from 9am to 12.30pm and from 2pm to 6.30pm, Sa from 9am to 5pm
Plazza dal Mulin 8, 7500 St. Moritz, Phone +41 81 832 1493
Heidi Kopp with store owner Renato Faoro
Have a look at Miu Miu`s new S/S 2010 advertising campaign shot in London by Mert Alas and Marcus Piggott. I love this fine line between the childlike and the womanly that is also evoked by the collection itself.
On the one hand sheer, body-conscious, even naked looks and on the other hand romantic, young aspects created by crystal embroideries and graphic prints with little dogs, cats, swallows and flowers. The accessories are extremely beautiful, to me the platform shoes in particular.
The American model Lindsey Wixon was the perfect choice for the advertising campaign. She has that perfect combination of power and vulnerability. The sixteen-year-old was rejected by several casting directors before signing the contract with Marilyn. The agency had a good eye. After the opening slot at the Prada show in Milan and the presentation of the last look on the Miu Miu runway in Paris, she has become the new shooting star. Her signature feature is her sweet very tiny mouth with incredibly full lips. We will see her in a lot of editorials in the near future.
For my Swiss readers, I recommend a visit to the new Miu Miu shops in Zurich and St. Moritz. Have fun exploring this beautiful collection!
LoL, Sandra
