Back in St. Tropez at the beautiful Château de la Messadière enjoying the beginning of the summer season…
My look: Cutout bandage swimsuit and Gabriella mesh pointless dress, both by Hervé Léger, Mare fringed stretch crochet-knit pareo by Missoni, tasseled gold-plated, lapis and crystal necklace and multi layered necklace, both by Etro, studded leather bracelet and matching 
Candy heels, both by Saint Laurent, Plage Beach woven-hessian tote by Lanvin, and pearl embellished sunglasses by Chanel.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Those first warm and sunny days that announce spring is around the corner are my favorites. After this beautiful weekend, I feel so energized and ready to rock this week! I hope that you do, too!
My look: Leopard print coat by Dolce & Gabbana, stretch silk-georgette bodysuit, black leather shorts and leather wristlet bag
, all by Chloé, suede over-the-knee boots
by Prada, Love gold-tone necklace by Lanvin and sunglasses by Tom Ford. Clip on cuff earrings by Dior, Tortue Privee Collection watch in 18 karat yellow gold by Cartier and Mitza ring by Dior Haute Joaillerie.
Happy Monday!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Here they are: the most important trends for the S/S 2017 season. Scroll through my forecast to see which styles will be on everyone’s shopping list next season. From dresses in brilliant shades of fuchsia, strawberry, rose, and bubble gum to buzzy words on slogan tees. Don’t expect the high-volume sleeve to disappear anytime soon, the choice is yours – enjoy!
LoL, Sandra
S/S 2017 TREND 1: THINK PINK
Hermès – Valentino – Céline
S/S 2017 TREND 2: HIGH-VOLUME SLEEVES
Dolce & Gabbana – Marc Jacobs – Kenzo
S/S 2017 TREND 3: 80’s LAMÉ
Saint Laurent – Isabel Marant – Gucci
S/S 2017 TREND 4: OP ART
Akris – Mary Katrantzou – Louis Vuitton
S/S 2017 TREND 6: 70’s FLOWER POWER
Prada – Chloé – Christopher Kane
S/S 2017 TREND 7: SQUARE-SHOULDERED
Jil Sander – Balenciaga – Jacquemus
S/S 2017 TREND 8: SWIM ADDICT
Max Mara – Fendi – Miu Miu
S/S 2017 TREND 9: SLOGAN TOPS
Dior – Paco Rabanne – Stella McCartney
S/S 2017 TREND 10: BRALETTES
Victoria Beckham – Alexander McQueen – Alexander Wang
S/S 2017 TREND 11: SPORT SPIRIT
Moschino – Courrèges – DKNY
S/S 2017 TREND 12: DEEP SEA METALLICS
Maison Margiela – Chanel – Balmain
S/S 2017 TREND 13: GRAPHIC STRIPES
Mulberry – Lanvin – Tory Burch
S/S 2017 TREND 14: MODERN RUFFLES
Givenchy – Erdem – Loewe
S/S 2017 TREND 15: TRANSPARENT
Alberta Ferretti – Giambattista Valli – Emilio Pucci
Photos: via Vogue.com
More is more, this is what the F/W 2016 season is all about! With fashion in a maximalist mood, accessories have taken center stage. On the runways, heels were high, the bijoux was stacked and layered, and the bags were furrier or came with accessories of their own. The forecast: Get ready for your most sumptuous season yet.
LoL, Sandra
F/W 2016 TREND 1: GUITAR STRAPS
Valentino – Fendi – Burberry
F/W 2016 TREND 2: DAVID BOWIE BOOTS
Maison Margiela – Marc Jacobs – Balenciaga
F/W 2016 TREND 3: STATEMENT GLOVES
Delpozo – Loewe – Rodarte
F/W 2016 TREND 4: CHOKERS
Balmain – Alexander Wang – Lanvin
F/W 2016 TREND 5: STACKED JEWELS
Gucci – Etro – Bottega Veneta
F/W 2016 TREND 6: FUR BAGS
Michael Kors Collection – Salvatore Ferragamo – Versace
F/W 2016 TREND 7: HIKING BOOTS
Rag & Bone – Louis Vuitton – Prada
F/W 2016 TREND 8: BAG ACCESSORIES
Dolce & Gabbana – Dior – Chanel
F/W 2016 TREND 9: VELVET CRUSH
Stella McCartney – Erdem – Dries Van Noten
F/W 2016 TREND 10: EMBELLISHED HEELS
Oscar de la Renta – Miu Miu – Saint Laurent
Here they are: the most important trends for the F/W 2016 season. Scroll through my forecast to see which styles will be on everyone’s shopping list next season. From statement furs to velvet everything, from extra long sleeves to oversized down jackets, the choice is yours – enjoy!
LoL, Sandra
F/W 2016 TREND 1: VELVET
Akris – Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini – Giorgio Armani
F/W 2016 TREND 2: CHECKMATE
Chanel – Vivienne Westwood Red Label- Marni
F/W 2016 TREND 3: ALICE IN WONDERLAND
Alexander McQueen – Moschino – Dolce & Gabbana
F/W 2016 TREND 4: BIKER GIRLS
Courrèges – Chloé – Louis Vuitton
F/W 2016 TREND 5: BEIGEMANIA
Céline – Hermès – Max Mara
F/W 2016 TREND 6: ON DUTY
Prada – Maison Martin Margiela – Miu Miu
F/W 2016 TREND 7: SHINY TRENCH COATS
Proenza Schouler – Tod’s – Burberry
F/W 2016 TREND 8: PUFF DADDY
Sacai – Balenciaga – Stella McCartney
F/W 2016 TREND 9: ’80s POWER ONE-SHOULDER
Lanvin – Saint Laurent – Isabel Marant
F/W 2016 TREND 10: CAPES
Elie Saab – Temperley London – Gucci
F/W 2016 TREND 11: BUBBLEGUM
Kenzo – Simone Rocha – Carven
F/W 2016 TREND 12: EXTRA LONG SLEEVES
Marc Jacobs – Michael Kors Collection – Vetements
F/W 2016 TREND 13: TURTLENECKS WITH ZIPPERS
Versace – Dior – Emilio Pucci
F/W 2016 TREND 14: BONDAGE
Gareth Pugh – Loewe – Alexander Wang
F/W 2016 TREND 15: LONG SCARFS
Etro – Missoni – Roberto Cavalli
F/W 2016 TREND 16: PINSTRIPE SUITING
Calvin Klein Collection – Tibi – Trussardi
F/W 2016 TREND 17: TINSEL
Marco di Vicenzo – Jeremy Scott – Emporio Armani
F/W 2016 TREND 18: FUR STOLES
Dries Van Noten – Vionnet – Givenchy
F/W 2016 TREND 19: STATEMENT FURS
Fendi – Salvatore Ferragamo – Mary Katrantzou
F/W 2016 TREND 20: MODERN NYMPHS
Alberta Ferretti – Valentino – Rodarte
Timeless and elegant, V-cut pumps sit high on your foot for a glove-like silhouette that subtly gives the illusion of longer legs. This winter they are a must. Highlight their beautiful silhouette with cropped pants or pleated midi skirts.
Leather-trimmed guipure lace pumps by Valentino
Aja suede pumps by Acne Studios
Velvet pumps by Chloé
Low-cut suede pumps by Lanvin
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
This beautiful chess set by Lanvin will provide endless entertainment and also serves as a unique display piece for the home. The wooden figures have been skilfully carved into some of the characters from former Creative Director Alber Elbaz‘s illustrations and painted with clothing inspired by the house’s ready-to-wear collections.
It will make the perfect gift for lovers of the brand as well as the game. A great way of getting a last piece by the wonderful Alber Elbaz who left the company after a dispute regarding the House’s strategy.
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LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Lanvin
Last week, I had a little fashion challenge as I got a last minute invite to a «Roaring Twenties» party. Thank God, Sandra’s Closet is full of little treasures that I have collected over many years… here is what I came up with. 1920s fashion is considered one of the most glamorous decades in fashion history. It was all about short flapper dresses in loose fitting that allowed women to literally kick up their t-bar shoes in new dances like the Charleston. The hair was worn shorter. One of the first trendsetter of this style was Coco Chanel.
My look: Gold fringed flapper dress by Bottega Veneta (Runway F/W 2007), feather stole, satin evening bag with fake fur trim, choker and earrings, all by Dior, long pearl and feather necklace by Lanvin, t-bar shoes by Yves Saint Laurent, head piece with rhinestones by Sonia Rykiel,
diamond ring and bracelet by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Dive into blue! Just in time for spring, many designers looked to the water and sky for inspiration. Especially royal blue with its refined elegance translates easy into the new season. I am in love with jumpsuits that are absolutely trending at the moment. Head to toe in this sophisticated shade is truly an eye-catcher.
Get the look: Carrie cape-effect silk-chiffon and stretch-crepe jumpsuit by Haney, Vivi embellished lizard-effect leather shoulder bag by Sophia Webster, Wild Thing fringed suede sandals by Aquazzura and pompom-embellished woven straw sunhat by Yosuzi.
Below you can find some more inspirations of the S/S 2016 runways …
… enjoy the rest of your week! Kisses from NYC!
LoL, Sandra
Lanvin S/S 2016
Hermès S/S 2016
Stella McCartney S/S 2016
Akris S/S 2016
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
During Baselworld, I attended a very special cocktail party at the Kunsthalle in Basel hosted by MUZO. Last December, I had been to Colombia to visit their emerald mines which was an unforgettable experience. I will show you all my memories soon. The way inside to the event was constructed like a jungle and of course to honor the precious stones, I wore emerald.
My look: Satin wrap-front dress by Lanvin, metallic and matte-leather pumps 
by Saint Laurent, python bag with embellishments by Prada, crystal-embellished flower and key necklace
and matching earrings, both by Dolce & Gabbana and Horsebit blue topaz diamond white gold ring
by Gucci Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © David Biedert Photography
