Sandra‘s Closet

A little tribute to Jonathan Anderson, who truly grasps something essential about fashion — the pure joy it sparks when it surprises us with something we never knew we needed, yet instantly love the moment we see it. «We have to start loving fashion again,» he once told Vogue. «We don’t know what tomorrow’s going to bring. So let’s enjoy it!» I couldn’t agree more.

Wishing you all a joyful Easter weekend — and dreaming of another beautiful escape to Clinique La Prairie sometime soon. Preferably, of course, in the most fashionable way possible.

My look: Appliquéd embroidered jacquard-knit wool cardigan, and matching printed high-rise wide-leg jeans, both by Loewe (S/S 2021), Falling Apart embroidered jersey bodysuit by Johanna Ortiz, black mesh ballerinas with strap by CHANEL, floral earrings by Dolce & Gabbana, Birkin 35 Togo orange by Hermès, and Audrey wayfarer sunglasses by Celine.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / David Biedert Photography
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Power dressing, but make it personal. Today’s look is all about owning every step with confidence and unapologetic style. Because capable never goes out of fashion. For the ones chasing dreams, breaking norms, and showing up strong – this look is for you.

My look: Pussy-bow feather-trimmed silk and metallic cotton-blend tweed jacket by Balmain, metallic jacquard-trimmed high-rise wide-leg jeans by Valentino, camera bag in white by CHANEL, Leander bow-detail faille barrette by Jennifer Behr, bi-color heart-shaped earrings by Alessandra Rich, and Kurillos chain-embellished leather pumps by Manolo Blahnik.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @kazmva0
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In a world where confidence is the ultimate statement, fashion becomes more than just clothing – it’s a declaration of self-assurance, strength, and individuality. Today, I celebrate the essence of fearless self-expression, where fashion meets empowerment through basic colors, unexpected cuts combined with an unapologetic attitude.

Step into your power. Own your style. Own your strength. Own you.

My look: Cropped chambray shirt, garment-dyed ribbed knit jersey mini-dress, and Texan boots in vintage leather, all by Miu Miu, wallet on chain by CHANEL, Oyster Perpetual Celebration by Rolex, and cat-eye sunglasses by Gucci.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @kazmva0
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For the Idole episode of My Style Rocks, I chose to wear Jean Paul Gaultier’s iconic Cyber Dots—a design that embodies boldness, innovation, and timeless artistry. Just as Gaultier’s vision redefined fashion, I redefine my own narrative. I don’t just admire idols; I am my own idole.

My look: Dots print jumpsuit by Jean Paul Gaultier, Gaby Vanity mini quilted leather shoulder bag by Saint Laurent, Aevitas Pointy satin platform pumps by Versace, statement ring and earrings, both by CHANEL.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @kazmva0
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Feeling chic in one of the top suites at The Dolder Grand in Zurich. It is always nice to be back in this beautiful hotel, which is one of my favorites in Switzerland.

My look: Cardigan with flower motif, chiffon skirt with dots (Look 27 Métiers d’Art Pre-Fall 2021 «Château des Dames» Collection), choker with logo, pearl necklace «Coco», and rhinestone Coco handle gunmetal bag, all by CHANEL, Horsebit ring with aquamarine by Gucci Fine Jewelry, rose appliqué tie headband by Alessandra Rich, Big Bang All Black Zermatt watch by Hublot, and cream white platform shoes (Code Temporal Collection) by Valentino Couture.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / David Biedert Photography
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 On February 11th CHANEL opened a shoe boutique in the Bongénie department store, which inaugurated its new address at Bahnhofstrasse 3 in Zurich. This is the first time the House has inaugurated a space exclusively dedicated to shoes in Switzerland. 

The 60 square-meter boutique designed by New York-based architect Peter Marino perfectly embodies the House’s aesthetic codes in the emblematic palette of white, beige, black, and gold dear to Gabrielle Chanel. 

Outside, a large transparent window offers a glimpse of the boutique and showcases the latest creations, like an invitation to discover the universe of the House. Inside the building, a second window faces the vast entrance hall of Bongénie home to a wide selection of shoes. 

From the entrance, a vestibule leads the visitor into a space that is both sophisticated and intimate: elegant tweed sofas, wrought metal consoles and custom-made carpets on the deep black floor compose a contemporary vision of Mademoiselle Chanel’s intimate universe. 

The sophisticated elegance of the art furniture lends this new boutique its exclusive character. Everything evokes the purity of lines. Textured wall finishes alternate display shelves with more intimate niches, showcasing the shoe collections. 

The new boutique opens its doors with creations from the Cruise collection presented in Marseille last spring and summery designs such as the bow-embellished sandals from the Spring-Summer 2025 pre-collection. More wintery offerings are also on display, such as the thigh-high boots from the F/W 2025 Ready-to-Wear collection. Also on offer are iconic designs in a rich assortment of styles including the two-tone slingbacks and ballerinas. 

CHANEL
Bongénie
Bahnhofstrasse 3
8001 Zurich / Switzerland

Opening hours:
Monday – Friday: 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm 

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © CHANEL
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Last week’s gala episode of MY STYLE ROCKS was all about the 90s. A decade that I lived and that was all about bold style, laid-back vibes, and iconic trends that still influence fashion today! From grunge flannels, fuzzy hats and ripped jeans to hip-hop baggy fits and sleek minimalist slip dresses, the decade was a perfect mix of cool and carefree. Think platform shoes, Doc Martens, chokers, crop tops, checked mini skirts and tracksuits—whether inspired by Clueless, Friends, or your favorite boy band, 90s fashion was effortlessly fun and full of personality!

As you know, I have been collecting fashion for more than 30 years. For this episode I dived into my closet and looked for pieces that I actually wore in the 90s. I had designed the bag along with the matching T-shirts during my time at Sonia Rykiel in Paris. Originally created for the people backstage at the S/S 1999 show, Sonia decided to produce them for the actual collection as she liked them a lot.

My look: Appliquéd printed cotton-jersey sweatshirt by Dolce & Gabbana, neon pink cropped top (S/S 1995), and black hot pants (S/S 2022), both by CHANEL, checked mini skirt (S/S 1998) by D&G, printed wool bag (S/S 1999) by Sonia Rykiel, triangle-logo scrunchie, crystal scrunchie, and fuzzy hat in lilac, all by Prada, leather, faux pearl and crystal choker by Alessandra Rich, 90’s vintage sunglasses by Gucci, creoles by Dior, black tights with crystals by Calzedonia, and Strike leather ankle boots by Balenciaga.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @aydogmus.ea
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Colors leave their own unique mark on a style, an era. For CHANEL, they form a playful language that weaves a common thread through the various mediums of creation. This season, CHANEL is redefining its aesthetic codes: monochrome, the bold art of the all-over look, and audacious twists that unabashedly produce unexpected harmonies.

TWIN SETS, COLOR-BLOCKING, OR MIXING-AND-MATCHING…

No combination is off-limits, and the idea of giving carte blanche to create technicolor makeup looks is what led the CHANEL Makeup Creation Studio and Cometes Collective member Ammy Drammeh to design the S/S 2025 COLLECTION. In this sparkling, playful collection, lively colors cheerfully clash with one another or smoothly combine in a tone-on-tone look. Ever unpredictable, these daring shades are the expression of a timeless style that is invariably chic and refined.

The looks from the collection lend themselves to intuitive experimentation and endless customization thanks to interchangeable color combinations, which were designed to complement one another in the form of a flat wash of color, a halo, or a simple line.

STYLE COMES IN PAIRS
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE – CHF 50.00 / STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF CHF 39.00

The entire SPRING-SUMMER 2025 COLLECTION is structured around four color palettes, uniting the concepts of color-blocking and mixing-and-matching in a true ode to early spring. Each twin set, featuring an OMBRE ESSENTIELLE eyeshadow and STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF eyeliner, comprises a tone-on-tone duo that plays with different finishes.

NEUTRAL TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE LATTE FRAPPÉ: a warm matte beige
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF BRUN POURPRÉ: a matte red brown

MAUVE TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE Mauve Sucré: a shimmery lilac
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF Mauve Intense: a deep matte purple

PINK TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE PÊCHE GLACÉE: a satin coppery pink
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF ROUGE FAUVE: a matte sienna red

GREEN TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE MENTHE À L’EAU: a shimmery mint green
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF VERT LAGON: a metallic bluish green

ROUGE COCO BAUME – CHF 52.00

The lip balm that is as desirable as an iconic lipstick is now available in a new finish with amplified shine. A lip-conditioning formula that offers up to 16 hours of non-stop hydration, for better-looking lips, day after day.

Its six new shades offer buildable coverage, ranging from a sheer wash of color after a single coat to lipstick-like intensity after three coats, for a customized makeup look.

HONEY BLISS: a shimmery caramel beige
TENDER PEACH: a fresh peachy coral
CHERRY BURST: a fresh red
BLUSHING PINK: a bluish pink
RASPBERRY KISS: an intense bluish pink
CHARMING LILAC: a purple

JEUX DE LUMIÈRES – CHF 95.00

The collection’s star product, the oversize JEUX DE LUMIÈRES palette, is designed to make colors glow. It opens to reveal four illuminating powders for the face, eyes, and décolleté, which can be dabbed onto the desired areas or used as a highlighter.

The four shades complement all skin tones, for a luminous satin finish. Powders that can be worn alone, paired with a second shade, or blended together.

A SHIMMERY PINK CORAL
A PINK GOLD
A SHIMMERY, SILVERY PINK
A SHIMMERY, COPPERY GOLD

LE VERNIS – CHF 38.00

Two soft, milky nail colors complete the look—right down to your fingertips.

POÈTE: a soft peach
ARTISTE: an aqua green

These limited editions are in stores now. Who is ready for summer?

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © CHANEL
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Last week’s gala episode of MY STYLE ROCKS was all about the 1980s. I love this era as it was all about bold, loud, and unapologetic fashion! Think big everything—from oversized shoulder pads to voluminous hair. Neon colors, metallics, and animal prints dominated wardrobes, while leg warmers and spandex became gym-to-street staples. Preppy looks with popped collars and designer logos contrasted with edgy punk styles, featuring ripped jeans and studded leather. Accessories were just as over-the-top, with chunky jewelry, gloves, and fanny packs stealing the spotlight. Whether inspired by Madonna, Michael Jackson, Dynasty or Wall Street’s power suits, the 80s were a decade where more was definitely more!

My look: Double-breasted wool-blend blazer with oversized shoulders, and matching green mini skirt, both by Balenciaga, black tulle gloves with GG motif by Gucci, Mitza ring by Dior Fine Jewellery, wide chain bracelet by CHANEL, ivory oyster enamel mother of pearl brooch by Burberry, hoop-drop clip earrings, classic Paris D’Orsay pumps with bow, metallic-trimmed leather clutch, black chiffon bow choker necklace, and wide-brimmed rabbit and cotton-blend felt fedora, all by Saint Laurent.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Halil Ibrahim Özbay
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Today’s episode of MY STYLE ROCKS is about «fairytale characters».
For the show I styled this outfit with pieces of my closet and became a fashion fairy, ready to put my magic spell on our lovely candidates. I love creating theme inspired outfits with normal pieces instead of going to a costume shop.

My look: Faylinn dress by Mary Katrantzou (Look 23, F/W 2017 collection inspired by Walt Disney’s Fantasia), puffin resin clutch by JW Anderson, Kiki embellished suede platform knee-high boots by Marc Jacobs, and velvet cone princess hat with veil by CHANEL (Look 66, Métiers d’Art Pre-Fall 2021 ‘Le Château des Dames’).

A big thank you to the team on set, @metindemirhair and @saimesaime for the gorgeous clip-in bangs. Do you think I should cut my hair like this? I am pretty much tempted …

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht /  Beyza Babacan
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