
I was in Germany, wrapped in the tenderness and sorrow of visiting my seriously ill parents. In the midst of it all, I chose to wear an outfit that felt like armor and poetry at once. Sometimes, dressing up isn’t about the world seeing you. It’s about feeling like yourself again, if only for a moment.
Elegance can be quiet, almost healing. That day, it gave me a sense of calm, strength, and a whisper of beauty when I needed it most.
My look: Floral-appliqué ruched top in beige, and matching floral-appliqué ruched midi skirt, both by Magda Butrym, crystal-embellished gold-tone necklace by Versace, bi-color heart-shaped earrings by Alessandra Rich, 30 Montaigne SU oversized ivory square sunglasses by Dior, and Opera 105 leather sandals by Gianvito Rossi.
LoL, Sandra

















Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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A cutout swimsuit may be a straight-up no-no for some, with very bizarre tan lines being too much of a risk, but given that cutouts are a major S/S 2022 fashion trend this year, you might want to change your mind. This season, they are absolutely trending, preferably in black. Below you can find my absolute favorites. Just click on the highlighted text to be transferred directly.
LoL, Sandra

Cutout crochet-paneled swimsuit
by PATBO

Cutout swimsuit
by Alaïa

Crystal-embellished cutout stretch-nylon swimsuit by Dolce & Gabbana


Cutout embellished halterneck swimsuit
by Magda Butrym

Wilona crystal-embellished cutout swimsuit
by Agent Provocateur

Cutout halterneck swimsuit
by Norma Kamali

Maddy cutout stretch-ECONYL halterneck swimsuit
by Mara Hoffmann

Cutout halterneck swimsuit by Christopher Esber

One-shoulder cutout swimsuit
by Versace
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands and © Sandra Bauknecht
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