Sandra‘s Closet

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

Since around two years, we have been deep into the basket bag trend that just won’t quit. Beloved of fashionistas for their insta worthy and youthful appearance, they are the season’s must-have accessory. This summer, designers combined straw, wicker, rattan, beads and even woven cotton with fabric wraps or inlays (also great to keep your belongings safe). Behold, here are the cutest styles to swing into summer.

LoL, Sandra
Chloe wicker and gingham cotton-canvas shoulder bag by Kayu

Panier leather-trimmed printed twill and woven raffia tote by Chloé

Riviera large tasseled embellished raffia and canvas tote by Aquazzura + Le Ninè

Lunchpail leather-trimmed woven sisal bucket bag by Cesta Collective

Louise wicker and polka-dot canvas tote by Loeffler Randall

Antares embellished bucket bag by Rosantica

Trellis Lirio rope-trimmed acetate and linen tote by Montunas

Shell-embellished crocheted cotton tote by Mizele + Timeless Pearly

Comino faux pearl and gold-tone beaded tote by Vanina

Caba mini straw and striped cotton-canvas tote by Muuñ

Quan rattan and leather bucket bag by Wicker Wings

Photos: Courtesy of the Brands

Bucket bags are perfect for vacation but can still be used back in the city, too. The perfect pieces to take a little summer feeling to fall. With each model, you can pull the drawstring top tight to keep your cell phone and sunglasses secure.

1 Cleo woven leather bucket bag by Loeffler Randall
2 Lunchpail leather-trimmed woven sisal bucket bag by Cesta Collective
3 Linea Cestino leather-trimmed wicker bucket bag by Gucci (my favorite)
4 Seau straw and striped cotton-canvas bucket bag by Muuñ
5 Colada leather-trimmed wicker tote by Kayu

LoL, Sandra

Stills: Courtesy of the Brands, Collage: © Sandra Bauknecht

The hype started already in 2008 but this spring the Gladiator Sandals are still very up-to-date. It might be  the combination of looking totally stylish and being very comfy during the day that makes them so loved. As the name already implies, these shoes were favoured by Ancient Greeks and Romans. Roll up your jeans and show your beautiful sandals or pair them with hot pants (wow effect!). My favourites are the knee-high ones by Belle by Sigerson Morrison available at www.net-a-porter.com.

The next days, I will tell you all about the most stunning shoes and accessories trends for the upcoming spring/summer season. Hope that you will enjoy it and get inspired.

LoL, Sandra