Sandra‘s Closet

The defining knit dress. An instant outfit solution. This season’s knitwear goes beyond cozy, think silhouettes that deliver polish and ease. Here is the outfit that I wore to the Lanvin S/S 2026 show during Paris Fashion Week in October.

My look: Embellished draped wool-blend turtleneck midi dress, vintage fringed bag in python leather, and vintage Gloria resin, Swarovski pearl and crystal necklace, all by Lanvin, Lisa square-frame metal sunglasses, and black suede booties, both by Saint Laurent, «L’AMOUR D’UN GITAN» hat by Jacquemus.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Erika Kostialova
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There are colors that carry emotion within them and burgundy is one of them. Deep, romantic, quietly powerful. When I wore this look during Paris Fashion Week, I felt wrapped in its warmth, unaware that life was about to shift again.

These photographs were captured in a moment of light, laughter, beauty, and that fleeting Parisian magic. I look at them now, from the stillness of a hospital room, sitting beside my father on the palliative ward, and they whisper something different. They remind me that happiness is delicate, that life can change in the time it takes to exhale, and yet, beauty remains.

Since losing my mother, I’ve learned that love and loss often live side by side. In caring for my father, in the quiet hours between worry and tenderness, I return to these images to edit, to write, to remember. It’s my way of breathing through the heaviness. This post isn’t just about fashion. It’s about the contrast, between fragility and strength, between what fades and what endures. Burgundy became a reflection of my heart: graceful, bruised, but still beating.

My look: Cropped cashmere-blend turtleneck sweater, pleated knitted cashmere-blend midi skirt, and Le Teckel small leather-trimmed suede shoulder bag, all by Alaïa, vintage sunglasses in burgundy with stingray leather by Louis Vuitton, lace tights by Calzedonia, Rossy 160 patent leather platform sandals, and hoop-drop clip earrings, both by Saint Laurent.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Erika Kostialova
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My flight to Zurich is canceled tonight, so I get to enjoy one more evening in Boston. Against the city’s skyline in the golden sun, I’m wearing a seductive yet cool look: denim with lace cut-outs at the legs, paired with a matching lace top. A clutch with New York’s skyline adds a playful twist across borders.

Fashion always comes full circle, and brands from the ’90s and 2000s, think Blumarine, are experiencing a powerful revival. Today, I’m celebrating that spirit in my own way.

My Look: Floral Chantilly lace top, and lace-trimmed low-rise wide-leg jeans, both by Blumarine, Carmella NYC Skyline beaded clutch by Staud, embellished leather necklace by Alessandra Rich, sunglasses by CHANEL, and Jodie suede platform sandals by Saint Laurent.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Anouk Bauknecht
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One of my favorite outfits of the season, bold, playful, and full of character.
Wearing my go-to Balmain lipstick heels, a statement brooch, and this striking trompe l’oeil dress with a face motif. Fashion meets illusion and I’m here for it 💋

As worn in Episode 94 of MY STYLE ROCKS Season 2.

My look: Printed jacquard-knit mini dress, B-Buzz Dynasty Make Up tote bag, lipstick brooch, and 95mm Lipstick pumps, all by Balmain, gold-tone, enamel and faux pearl clip earrings by Saint Laurent, and hair clip by CHANEL.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @whbeyaz
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Zurich’s weather is currently somewhere between «meh» and «what is this humidity?» … but hey, the jungle vibes are free. With a bathing-suit-meets-dreamy-wrap-skirt combo, a bold hat, and my trusty bamboo stick, I’m fully embracing my inner Tarzan. This look is an instant vacation mood booster, even if the only wild adventure today is dodging summer rain.

My look: One-shoulder ruffled printed swimsuit, Tropical Agitations wrap-effect ruffled printed cotton-voile maxi skirt and We Are Human embellished tasseled belt, all by Johanna Ortiz, Santon grosgrain-trimmed straw hat by Jacquemus, Betty bow-embellished suede platform sandals and Apophis cuff, both by Saint Laurent, T printed textured-leather pouch by Loewe, and gold-tone bead earrings by Isabel Marant.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Anouk Bauknecht
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Wrapped in the glow of moonlight, this look captures the magic of the night sky. The delicately embroidered cape shimmers like lunar rays, paired with a stunning, intricately detailed jumpsuit and a unique headpiece from Istanbul. A celestial moment, woven into fabric.

Worn in Episode 116 of MY STYLE ROCKS Season 2.

My look: Dancing Dragonfly jumpsuit, by Annie’s Ibiza x Clio Peppiatt, Moonray scalloped embellished tulle cape, and Nova embellished satin clutch, both by Clio Peppiatt, head piece by Gracia Stilo, black calf leather lace up Janis pumps by Saint Laurent, silver-tone crystal and pearl clip earrings, and crystal and pearl necklace, both by Alessandra Rich.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @whbeyaz
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Last Sunday, we celebrated a «’70s» gala at MY STYLE ROCKS. My look was an homage to one of the most iconic fashion stages of all time: Studio 54, a place that wasn’t just a nightclub, but a runway, a cultural phenomenon, and a temple of 1970s style history.

Celebrating that glamorous, decadent spirit: I went for this shimmering lamé dress and sequined blazer from Michael Kors’ F/W 2019 collection, which itself was dedicated to Studio 54, paired with a fabulous turban by Saint Laurent and the perfect accessories to finish it off.

Many didn’t realize, but this is exactly what the Seventies were about: drama, sparkle, individuality, and unapologetic glamour. Studio 54 wrote fashion history with its fearless outfits, where designers, muses, and icons all came together to create legendary moments that are still inspiring runways today.

Worn in Gala Episode 113 of MY STYLE ROCKS Season 2 with the theme «70s».

My look: Sequin tuxedo blazer with feathers, knotted stretch-lamé midi dress, Studio 54 sandals, and logo crossbody bag, all by Michael Kors Collection (F/W 2019), Aurora oversized butterfly acetate sunglasses by Zimmermann, Egyptian style necklace by CHANEL (Métiers d’Art Pre-fall 2019 Paris – New York collection), rings by Roberto Cavalli, and braided sequined stretch-crepe and lamé turban in black, all by Saint Laurent.

So here’s to bringing back that magic and showing that true seventies style never goes out of fashion.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @enesskulaberr
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For our «City Girl» theme on MY STYLE ROCKS, where we asked contestants to create a look inspired by their favorite city, I simply couldn’t choose just one, so I wore them all.

I chose a fabulous Balenciaga dress printed with iconic skylines from Paris, London, Tokyo, and Berlin, paired with heels featuring the Big Ben and Eiffel Tower sculpted into the heels. To top it off, I carried a sparkling Eiffel Tower clutch bag, because every city girl deserves a little extra shine. 

Worn in Gala Episode 107 «City Girl» of MY STYLE ROCKS Season 2.

My look: City print dress by Balenciaga, leather wedges with city icons in heels by Jimmy Choo x Jean Paul Gaultier, Eiffel Tower crystal-embellished silver-tone clutch by Judith Leiber Couture, New Wave 181 LouLou heart shaped sunglasses by Saint Laurent, silver-tone crystal clip earrings, and crystal drop choker necklace, both by Alessandra Rich.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @yayhan
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Wanderlust meets high fashion in today’s look. I’m setting off in style with a bold mix of classic luxury and playful details – think statement patches, a travel-ready Louis Vuitton bag, and my new favorite: wide, offbeat Alaïa jeans that redefine the silhouette. Whether it’s the city streets or a faraway escape, this outfit is all about embracing the journey with confidence and character.

Worn in Episode 88 of MY STYLE ROCKS Season 2.

My look: Travel patch bomber jacket, and matching Side Trunk MM bag, both by Louis Vuitton, white tank top by Alexandre Vauthier, high-rise tapered jeans by Alaïa, Nama suede-trimmed leather platform sneakers by Chloé, hoop-drop clip earrings by Saint Laurent and round sunglasses in shiny pink by Loewe.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @whbeyaz
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A touch of lace, a whisper of dreams. For last week’s bridal-themed MY STYLE ROCKS episode, I stepped into a gown that once waited patiently for its moment. Today, it shines under a different kind of spotlight — one that celebrates style, strength, and a little bit of magic. Sometimes, dresses find their destiny in unexpected places.

As worn in Gala Episode 62 «Wedding» on MY STYLE ROCKS Season 2.

My look: Ruffled bridal dress and matching lace garter with blue bow, and veil with feathers, all by Christopher Kane, long daisy leaf clyster earrings by Simone Rocha, printed metallic leather box clutch by Dolce & Gabbana, and white silk pumps with crystals by Saint Laurent.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / @kazmva0
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