Gabriela Hearst and Paul Smith release a limited edition collection, developed organically from a mutual passion for craftsmanship and tailoring.
The collection came to fruition from their longstanding friendship, stemming from a shared inspiration of family with archival images of Paul’s father serving as the narrative thread, reflecting their personal histories and the values that connect them.
Reflecting on the essence of the Gabriela Hearst woman, Paul Smith instinctively returned to two photographs taken in the British countryside by his father – a textile professional and amateur lensman – during the 1950s and 1960s. One captures the quiet majesty of a mountain; the other, the fluid movement of a waterfall. Nature has influenced Hearst’s work since the beginning, in both spirit and practice. A long-time admirer of Paul Smith’s work, she grew up on a ranch in Uruguay where objects were made to last and every piece had a purpose.
Across fourteen men’s and women’s pieces, traditional tailoring becomes a canvas for exploration. Silk satin trench coats and bias-cut slip dresses evoke shifting horizons. Virgin wool barré suiting carries all-over landscape prints. And soft cashmere crewnecks in spaced-dyed Welfat yarn are hand-knit by Manos del Uruguay, a nonprofit cooperative supporting economic independence for women in rural communities.
The limited-edition collection is now available at Gabriela Hearst flagship stores in Beverly Hills, New York,and London, and at gabrielahearst.com as well at Paul Smith boutiques and paulsmith.com.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Gabriela Hearst / Paul Smith
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On my way to celebrate a dear friend’s birthday, I chose an outfit that felt both unusual and comforting, a soft, easy ensemble paired with a beautifully detailed vest, platform sneakers, and touches of rose gold shimmering through my shoes, my bag, and the vest itself.
Since losing my mother, life has felt like an endless attempt to find my way back. Grief makes even the smallest things heavy, and yet fashion gives me little sparks of light, a reminder that creativity, beauty, and self-expression can gently guide me forward. It’s not always easy, but these small steps every day matter.
My look: Embellished wool and silk-blend twill vest
and Open Disco leather wedge sneakers, both by Valentino, printed mesh top, and matching printed mesh flared trousers, both by Jean Paul Gaultier, Screen rectangular sunglasses by Loewe, 4810 hoop earrings in pink gold with diamonds by Montblanc, and Nina leather bag by Gabriela Hearst.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Anouk Bauknecht
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Chloé becomes the inaugural collaborator for Atelier Jolie with a ready-to-wear capsule collection celebrating femininity that you don’t want to miss. Minimalistic sustainable luxury at its best.
Co-designed by Chloé Creative Director Gabriela Hearst and Atelier Jolie founder Angelina Jolie, the capsule collection spotlights authentic women-to-women connections and honours both brands’ respective commitments to improving social and environmental sustainability with greater transparency and accountability.
Parts of the collection showcase the work of artisans from a Fair Trade enterprise while multiple looks make use of deadstock and lower-impact materials. Drawing on Chloé’s network of international makers and reinforced by its B Corp certification, coupled with Atelier Jolie’s comprehensive founding principles regarding ethical and sustainable practice, the capsule collection incorporates a higher percentage of lower-impact materials than any previous collection from the Maison.
Chloé x Atelier Jolie is defined by fluid silhouettes and tactile details. With an eveningwear focus, it has a timeless aesthetic inspired by perennial pieces from Angelina Jolie’s own well-loved wardrobe.
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LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Chloé x Atelier Jolie
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Summer cashmere can be your best friend as it easily transitions into fall. Gabriela Hearst knows how to handle this luxurious material perfectly as seen in her S/S 2023 collection for Chloé which will be one of her last because she is leaving the French Maison as Creative Director.
My look: Striped crochet-paneled wool polo shirt
, matching striped crocheted wool-blend maxi skirt, and clutch Penelope small, all by Chloé, Mafaldina Spikes green sandals by Christian Louboutin, Aurora oversized butterfly acetate sunglasses
by Zimmermann, royal crab Corsica earrings
, and mosquito ear cuff, both by Begüm Khan.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / David Biedert Photography
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Adventure time in my new cruelty-free fake fur coat that still captures the luxurious appeal of mink. Nadja Axarlis, founder of FAZ, produces her luxury pieces at a small Parisian atelier. I had a lot of fun taking these photos in the snow outside of the Gstaad Palace hotel.
By the way, the sweater features a travel destination that is on top of my bucket list, can you guess which one it is?
My look: The Cool belted faux fur coat by FAZ, Ines embroidered cashmere-jacquard sweater, and Diana suede leather tote, both by Gabriela Hearst, printed jersey track pants by Dolce & Gabbana, «Vicky» hat in black by Hermès, green rubber boots with logo (F/W 2022 Runway), earrings with red and turquoise stones (Métiers d’Art 2014 Paris – Dallas), and sunglasses, all by CHANEL.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / David Biedert Photography
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Do you feel this wanderlust, this strong desire to travel the world? I love travelling the world and hope that soon our lives will be back to normal and less restricted to explore the world. Gabriela Hearst created a sweater series this season that I have fallen in love with.
In her exploration of North, Central and South America this season, The designer wanted to translate some of the continent’s most beautiful places into colorful knitwear patterns. Knit in 100% cashmere for the ultimate in luxury and softness, the Ines Sweater depicts:
- the high mountains and ski runs in Aspen, Colorado
- the Grand Prismatic Spring in Yellowstone National Park
- the ancient mountain ridges and ruins in Machu Picchu, Peru (on my bucket list)
- Teotihuacán, the ancient Aztec pyramid known as the Temple of the Sun outside of Mexico City.
Knit and hand embroidered by artisans in Italy, those sweaters are as unique as they are beautiful.
To order just click on the highlighted texts above. Wouldn’t it be an amazing gift to surprise someone with a trip to one of the destinations and gift the sweater as a gift voucher…
LoL, Sandra
Aspen
Yellowstone
Machu Picchu
Teotihuacán
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Gabriela Hearst
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Once the preserve of hippies and ravers, tie-dye has moved into the mainstream. Psychedelic and colorful, the trend prominent in the ‘60s and ’70s has returned to the runways, giving 21st-century fashion a playful twist. With its uplifting mood, the trend gathered steam during the pandemic and has remained popular ever since. I love my Gabriela Hearst tie-dye pieces that transport a little bit of summer into fall.
My look: Massey tie-dyed cashmere maxi shirt dress, Severino frayed tie-dyed cashmere scarf, and Vettel striped cashmere cardigan, all by Gabriela Hearst, Marble Silk Constance bag by Hermès, neutral Amber Ghost suede and PVC sandals by Alexandre Vauthier, Windsor round acetate sunglasses by Isabel Marant, Maillon de Cartier 16mm 18-karat white gold diamond watch, and Clash de Cartier bracelet MM in white gold, both by Cartier.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Rian Davidson
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Today, I would like to show you my favorite comfy look this season. The photos were taken inside the beautiful Royal Suite at Clinique La Prairie. The perfect outfit for cozy days on the couch, zoom meetings and travelling. This week, it served me well as I got my COVID-19 vaccine (Moderna) which has completely knocked me out. It might be because I had the virus and I still have a high amount of antibodies. I have experienced chills, fever and a heavy headache. Thank God, I only need one shot.
My look: Artax tie-dyed cashmere wrap, and Miller tie-dyed cashmere sweater, both by Gabriela Hearst, Rachelle cashmere wide-leg pants by Khaite, logo-embossed leather espadrilles by Saint Laurent, Kelly Danse II in Verso Blush/Rose Jaipur Evercolor leather by Hermès, faux-pearl tassel earrings by Oscar de la Renta, bracelets by Cartier, and Royal Oak 37mm 18-karat frosted rose gold watch by Audemars Piguet.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © David Biedert Photography
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It is finally time to dress up and go out in style as restaurants are open again in Switzerland. One of my favorite spots to eat in Zurich is La Muña at La Réserve Eden au Lac Zurich that serves Japanese Peruvian specialties. Designed by Philippe Starck, it is a treasure chest, mingling imaginary memories of moments spent on the lake with extraordinary objects found in the city and around the world beneath the hotel’s spectacular dome.
As we have experienced lots of rain in Switzerland recently, my new wool-blend coat is the perfect cover-up for those chilly days. It works for going out as well as snuggling on the couch.
My look: Eliona belted hooded merino wool-blend coat by The Row, cutout striped pleated wool-blend midi dress by Gabriela Hearst, Birkin 30 in gold Epsom leather by Hermès, orange gold-tone and resin clip earrings, and flower pendant cable-chain necklace, both by Dolce & Gabbana, two-tone slingback pumps by Prada, and Carrera Automatic Chronograph by TAG Heuer.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © David Biedert Photography
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In yesterday’s outfit post I was wearing a denim dress, which is for me a closet staple. It will always make you look young, can be dressed up or down and is a comfy alternative that works for all seasons. With a return to retro 70’s and 90’s fashion trends, one style I have been seeing a lot of for 2021 is button-front, belted denim dresses, preferably in midi length. Combined with retro accents like embroidered collars, patchwork seams, and chest pockets, they look very stylish this season.
Here are my favorites. To shop, click on the highlighted product description.
LoL, Sandra
Embroidered-collar belted denim shirt dress by Chloé
Jewel belted balloon-sleeve denim dress by Emilia Wickstead
Patricia pleated linen-denim dress by Gabriela Hearst
Belted cotton-blend denim dress by CO
Panelled denim shirt dress by MSGM
Kieran belted denim midi dress by Altuzarra
Demi crystal-button belted denim dress by Borgo de Nor
Photos: © David Biedert Photography, Stills: Courtesy of the Brands
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