After this weekend’s summary about the 15 most important runway trends for S/S 2018, I thought you might enjoy a look also at the must-have accessories for next summer. The forecast: Get ready for your another sumptuous season! Many things are here to stay or will even take it up a notch. Sneakers are trendier than ever and have taken center stage. The ugly shoe phenomenom explores new heights as seen at Balenciaga‘s collaboration with Crocs. And we can deny it no longer: the fanny pack is here to stay. Earrings and straw hats are bigger than ever and bags are most beautiful in an array of patterns.
S/S 2018 TREND 1: FANNY BAG
Givenchy – Balenciaga – Marc Jacobs
S/S 2018 TREND 2: STATEMENT STRAW HAT
Missoni – Giorgio Armani – Jacquemus
S/S 2018 TREND 3: CLEAR VISION
Tibi – Chanel – Valentino
S/S 2018 TREND 4: SURREALISTIC SUNGLASSES
Dolce & Gabbana – Prada – Gucci
S/S 2018 TREND 5: SNEAKERS RELOADED
Loewe – Louis Vuitton – Céline
S/S 2018 TREND 6: THE UGLY SHOE
Balenciaga – Christopher Kane – Miu Miu
S/S 2018 TREND 7: GLOVES
Olivier Theyskens – Calvin Klein 205W39NYC – Erdem
S/S 2018 TREND 8: BIG EARRINGS
Saint Laurent – Stella McCartney – Isabel Marant
S/S 2018 TREND 9: PATTERNED BAGS
Dior – Chloé – Prada
S/S 2018 TREND 10: SUMMER OVERKNEE BOOTS
Fendi – Balenciaga – Versace
Photos: Via Vogue.com
Those who think that cropped tops are only for the warm-weather months are sadly mistaken. This fall, they are shorter and trendier than ever, giving your favorite shirts a whole new look!
Get your crop top fix during the colder months with those super-short sweaters.
1 Cropped wool sweater by Stella McCartney
2 Cropped cable-knit wool turtleneck sweater by Valentino
3 Cropped ribbed wool-blend turtleneck sweater by Marni
4 Cropped cashmere sweater by Valentino
5 Cropped open-knit wool sweater by Isa Arfen
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
Isn’t it crazy how fast time goes by? It is already October and fall is here. Embracing the beauty of the season and indulging in the last warm rays of sunshine, I enjoy taking some of my favorite pieces out of my closet. Then everything feels somehow new again…
My look: Fox fur cape by Givenchy, Miranda wool and lace dress and satin booties with bow detail, both by Stella McCartney, Sac de Jour in green by Saint Laurent, and Gloria resin, Swarovski Pearl and crystal necklace by Lanvin.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
If you spent your childhood in a pair of Converse or even Nikes, you already know, the right sneakers can make a statement. If you pay attention to the proportions, dresses work well when paired with just the right comfy footwear. And not only will you earn major style points for thinking outside the box, but your feet will surely thank you. Here you see me wearing this kind of look on my way to the Maison Sisley in Paris.
My look: Olwen cutout printed cotton-jersey dress and Falabella faux brushed-leather shoulder bag, both by Stella McCartney, embellished metallic sneakers and aviator-style metal sunglasses, both by Gucci, earrings by Dior.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Thank you to my daughter for taking them!
On the streets of Paris in one of my favorite outfits of the season. I am so in love with Dior’s must-have pieces combined with a silk robe. Such a cool trend!
My Look: Contrast piping silk robe 
by Balenciaga, slogan tee «We Should All Be Feminists» and J’adior patent leather pumps, both by Dior, heart-appliquéd jeans by Stella McCartney, pearl embellished sunglasses and classic bag in white with black piping, both by Chanel.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Still looking for some glamorous daytime beachwear? Emilio Pucci’s instantly recognisable kaleidoscopic designs have always been favoured by those in the know, and that’s unlikely to change anytime soon, making any Pucci printed piece an intelligent buy – whether it’s one of the brand’s iconic bikinis or a chic cover-up. For me, it truly is the ultimate luxe swimwear brand.
My look: Fiore Maya asymmetric printed silk-chiffon dress, Fiore Maya printed triangle bikini and Fiore Maya printed cotton-gauze pareo
, all by Emilio Pucci, Candy metallic elaphe platform sandals by Saint Laurent, embroidered brocade drawstring backpack by Gucci, woven straw visor by Stella McCartney, Audrey wayfarer sunglasses by Céline and pearl necklace by Chanel.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
A huge thank you to my daughter for taking the pictures!
With just enough room for your phone, keys and cards, mini bags are a fuss-free day-to-night option. Perfect for traveling light, these compact bags are just as stylish as their regular and oversized versions. From shoulder bags to cross-body, clutch and tote styles, mini bags come in a range of colorways and designs.
Look out for Givenchy‘s Antigona, Dolce & Gabbana‘s Sicily, Fendi‘s Peekaboo, Stella McCartney‘s Falabella and many more, for scaled-down versions of iconic bags.
Trend alert! Wear two or three at a time! Below are some of the best options to choose from.
LoL, Sandra
The Falabella tiny faux brushed-leather shoulder bag by Stella McCartney
Galleria Baby textured-leather tote by Prada
Peekaboo mini whipstitched leather shoulder bag by Fendi
Lock small leather shoulder bag by Valentino
Sac De Jour Nano textured-leather tote by Saint Laurent
Antigona Mini leather shoulder bag by Givenchy
Sylvie mini chain-embellished leather shoulder bag by Gucci
The Marcie mini textured-leather shoulder bag by Chloé
Sicily small embellished textured-leather tote by Dolce & Gabbana
Paloma nano spiked matte and patent-leather tote by Christian Louboutin
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands, via Pinterest, Fashionjunkiie, Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar
Perched on a hilltop in Provence, St. Paul de Vence is well worth visiting. Walking through the narrow streets of this little old medieval town with its modern and contemporary art ateliers and galleries is absolutely beautiful. The flowers, the roses, the gardens, you feel the bohemian vibes in every corner. If you’re an art lover you should already know that Marc Chagall lived his last years there and that he’s buried in the local cemetery.
My look: Tiered striped cotton-blend maxi dress (30% off on sale) by Stella McCartney, 3Jours small leather tote by Fendi, suede and wooden clogs by Miu Miu, rose diamond necklace by Piaget and «Blow in Case of Fashion Emergency» necklace by Chanel,
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
As you already know, I flew to Paris last week with Sisley and stayed at the wonderful Hotel Bristol. Those three days were incredibly busy and unfortunately the weather was not the best so I preferred staying comfortable in my rainbow stripes.
My look: Striped cotton-jersey top by Chloé, cropped high-rise wide-leg jeans and Falabella faux brushed-leather shoulder bag, both by Stella McCartney, embellished leather mid-heel loafers, and aviator-style metal sunglasses, both by Gucci, earrings by Dior.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
