After some heavy weeks, I chose color and sparkles again. Going to lunch with my daughter and my star-reading, high-energy friend Alexandra Kruse reminded me that life keeps moving, and joy can return in unexpected ways. This outfit carries brightness for the days when the heart feels heavy, a little reminder that love, light, and connection always find their way back. Stay strong!
My look: Pink poplin shirt, and poplin and jersey miniskirt, both by Miu Miu, heiress flex shoulder bag in crystals by Alexander Wang, Monolith 55mm leather loafers, all by Prada, cat-eye sunglasses by Gucci, and J12 Mademoiselle La Pausa watch by CHANEL.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Anouk Bauknecht
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The heart shape as a motif is impossible to ignore in fashion right now. Already in June last year, I posted about the heart shaped bag trend. Fans of the heart bag may not intrinsically realize it, but the motif speaks to a psychological comfort during a time when things are still incredibly uncertain.
CHANEL debuted pastel quilted flap bags in the shape of chunky hearts on the S/S 2022 runway and they immediately sold out everywhere. I found one for you pre-owned in great condition, that is 15% off right now, please see below.
2022 Heart diamond-quilted crossbody bag by CHANEL Pre-Owned
The shape of a heart is so beautiful, but also gives good energy and in some ways, hopefully, spreads love. Valentine’s Day is coming up and I thought you might get inspired. However heart shaped bags aren’t just for Valentine’s Day and weddings, just saying… happy shopping!
LoL, Sandra
Le Cagole Heart mini studded crinkled-leather shoulder bag by Balenciaga
Pearl Heart medium bag by Simone Rocha
Heart-shaped biker crossbody bag by Moschino
Heart shaped shoulder bag by Blumarine
Metal Devotion crystal-embellished bag by Dolce & Gabbana
L’Amour Petite Cœur crystal-embellished clutch bag
by Judith Leiber
Le Coeur heart-shaped leather shoulder bag by Alaïa
Heart pillow clutch by Alexander Wang
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands, © Sandra Bauknecht / David Biedert Photography
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I like to spend the whole month of January at my happy place, the Gstaad Palace. The hotel’s spa is one of my favorite parts of the hotel with its cozy fireplace, gym, heated outdoor pool and the best spa treatments. Here we photographed this fun look featuring the new Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama collection.
I chose a bag from the «Painted Dots» as I adore its artisanal approach. Louis Vuitton’s craftspeople developed a special technique to make some of the 3D paint daubs look «wet,» as if they’d just been painted by Kusama’s hand.
My look: Double-breasted cloth jacket with feather detail by Prada, pussy-bow cotton-poplin shirt by Valentino, layered stretch jersey-trimmed low-rise straight-leg jeans by Alexander Wang, Kate 100 black suede pumps by Christian Louboutin, silver-tone crystal clip earrings by Alessandra Rich, Painted Dots Monogram scarf, and Painted Dots Monogram Onthego PM, both Louis Vuitton x Yayoi Kusama.
Stay tuned as my birthday is coming up and I will explain to you why I am not afraid of turning one year older…
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / David Biedert Photography
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Looking back, the ’90s feels like a golden era—the Game Boy! The Spice Girls! The last cell phone-less generation! but most of all when it comes to the fashion. Do you remember the impossible-to-forget popcorn shirts – aka magic bubble shirts, or scrunchie shirts, as they can also be called – from the late ’90s/early 2000s? They are back! A shirt that’s initially tiny enough to fit a doll, but expands large enough to fit your boyfriend, and that everyone had put on the «never again» fashion list, is making a comeback. I unpinned mine with a matching bra top.
My look: Cropped satin-cloqué cardigan, satin-cloqué sports bra, and Bite layered distressed denim and cotton-piqué shorts, all by Alexander Wang, mirrored-platform metallic-leather sandals
by Miu Miu, green flap pocket bag with colorful strap (Look 5 Pre-collection Summer 2021), horn layered necklace by Isabel Marant, Louise long necklace by Louis Vuitton, and Loulou heart-shaped acetate sunglasses by Saint Laurent.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Anouk / Sandra Bauknecht
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Go Girl! It has been raining now almost over a week and you better be back in boots and shell jackets. This Alexander Wang denim look includes two of the coolest pieces I have in my closet, a very tight denim shirt and those hot pants that are layered to look as though you have a denim jacket tied around your waist.
For my very attentive readers who have been asking me why I am enjoying two different pools. The answer is simple, I am currently in between houses. My fiancé and I are reconstructing our new home and we will be moving in in the end of the year.
Let me know if you would be interested in seeing the interior design process. Dressing myself or a home is something I truly love to do. And our new house will be so amazing.
My look: Belted shell jacket and buckled leather and shell platform boots, both by Prada, textured leather-trimmed denim shirt and tie-front distressed denim shorts, both by Alexander Wang, Boy bag with chains by CHANEL, and plissé sunglasses
by Dolce Gabbana.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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This S/S 2020 season, designers have revisited the denim skirt. A tribute to the ’70s and ’80s – think asymmetric hem that’s frayed for a distressed look. Wear those long versions with a chunky knit and some cool ankle boots.
LoL, Sandra
Frayed denim midi skirt by Givenchy
Asymmetric denim skirt by Alexander Wang
Asymmetric frayed denim skirt by Loewe
Asymmetric frayed denim skirt by Michael Kors Collection
Asymmetric frayed denim skirt by Marques’ Almeida
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands / Net-à-Porter
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Bags that add extra sparkle – a dream for thieving magpies. High octane glamour is 100% in and this party season crystals are absolutely trending. From subtle jewel-embellished accents, architectural pieces, to fully crystallised mini shoppers, designers have been experimenting with sparkle and it couldn’t have dropped in a better season.
For the day, combine your crystal dream on the more androgynous side – think jeans with an oversized roll neck and a crystal shopper, or masculine tailoring with a sparkly architectural piece. Opposites can attract, you know.
LoL, Sandra
Callie crystal-embellished suede shoulder bag by Jimmy Choo
Crystal-embellished metallic satin clutch by Versace
Cher fringed metallic beaded shoulder bag by Loeffler Randall
Spider faux pearl and crystal-embellished satin clutch by Alexander McQueen
Postal medium embellished leather tote by Loewe
Wangloc Fortune Cookie crystal-embellished leather tote by Alexander Wang
Zeenat embellished velvet clutch by Mae Cassidy
Cielo crystal-embellished silver-tone tote by Rosantica
Sweetie glittered acrylic clutch by Jimmy Choo
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
Hybrid fashion has been trending for some time now and it is a must when you are looking for refreshing staples. Here you see me wearing a deconstructed sweater that instantly catches your eye. Spliced with a lace-trimmed cream satin camisole through the middle, it slouches off the shoulder and has an adjustable spaghetti strap. The gray wool-blend is knitted with touches of cashmere so it feels soft and cozy. Perfect for a stroll through the city.
My look: Cashmere coat in pink by Prada, paneled wool-blend, lace and satin sweater by Alexander Wang, drawstring shorts by Givenchy, suede overknee boots by Dior, Kelly «So Black» by Hermès, GG jacquard pattern knitted scarf
, and rabbit-felt fedora
, both by Gucci.
The key to fight the autumn blues is to wear some vibrant colors and to have a glowing complexion. One product I can highly recommend is LA MER‘s new The Luminous Lifting Cushion Foundation SPF 20. This all-in-one compact is also a hybrid product, a mixture between powder and foundation, especially great for touch-ups on the go. With healing hydration from Miracle Broth™ and color capsule technology, it gives skin a lift of luminosity—for a fresh, flawless look and a plumper, firmer feel, like cashmere for your skin. Available now for CHF 115.00 including a refill and additional sponge applicator.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Aren’t we all about a two-for-one kind of a deal?! That’s why I would like to show you the It-piece of the S/S 2018 season, the hybrid piece, that is pretty exciting for me. Spotted on the runways of the likes of Alexander Wang, Balenciaga and Sacai to name a few, the designers layer two separate items and are selling them as one. A blouse attached to a cardigan, a crepe dress with another overlay dress, even a cashmere sweater with a lingerie top.
Cotton and pleated checked satin cardigan by Sacai
Though the idea of letting a brand choose how you should style clothes might sound limiting, all of the pieces below feel surprisingly versatile and entirely stylish. And after all, these designers know a thing or two about how to put together an outfit—why not let them do the work?
Check out my favorite hybrid picks below, and good news is they are all on sale. So you can really try the trend for yourself without feeling guilty! Don’t forget you are getting two for one!
From left to right: Layered lace-trimmed satin and jersey dress, Stack Tie tie-front distressed high-rise straight-leg jeans, and paneled wool-blend, lace and satin sweater, all by Alexander Wang.
From left to right: Cotton-twill and denim coat, and layered printed crepe de chine and silk midi dress, all by Balenciaga.
From left to right: Printed striped cotton-poplin shirt, and printed striped cotton-poplin bandeau top, both by Prada.
From left to right: Layered straight jeans, and layered oversized jeans, both by Natasha Zinko.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
After this week’s post about the must-have glitter boots, see today what else is trending in footwear for F/W 2017. As seen on the runways (from left to right in collage: Victoria Beckham – Marc Jacobs – Narciso Rodriguez), white ankle boots and booties are the preferred choice to due their versatile nature and nonchalant aesthetic.
This season, we are spoiled for choice — more so than ever before — when it comes to interesting white styles that will give your cold weather wardrobe that extra element of cool. Please find herewith the tip of the iceberg.
1 Buckled ankle boots by Derek Lam
2 Levy leather ankle boots by Gianvito Rossi
3 Eri embellished leather ankle boots by Alexander Wang
4 Faux leather ankle boots by Stella McCartney
5 Leather ankle boots by MM6 Maison Margiela
6 Leather ankle boots by Balenciaga
7 Plume patent-leather ankle boots by Laurence Dacade
8 For Walking printed leather over-the-knee boots by Off-White
My favorite pair are those versatile Laura 85 leather boots by Gianvito Rossi.
Happy Shopping!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
