Today I drove to Milan for Fashion Week S/S 2012. It is actually pretty nice to take the car as there is so much space to fit in all the lovely outfits. My first show was Gucci. As you know, I love the Italian brand.
Frida Giannini started of the show with some iconic prints and the combination of green and black. There was a lot of black and white to follow, definitely less colours than her two last seasons. Sharp tailored pants with cropped jackets. Fringes were all over. Next summer, there will be a lot of glitter and shine. Sparkling sequined flapper dresses, reminiscent of the Roaring Twenties, finished of this very wearable, beautiful collection.
Are you a Gucci girl? I surely am… stay tuned for the outfit I wore today (…and somebody else, too!).
For all mums and kids around Zurich, good news:
There are two new shops in town waiting for you to be explored.
In Zurich-Seefeld, Gaby Knobel, owner of the well-known children’s shoe shop Lolipop, has expanded her range with a new shop just across the street. Now, in addition to the large shoe selection, she also offers beautiful clothes from Lilly Gaufrette, Diesel and Hackett among others for boys and girls aged 0-12 years old.
Karin Grossenbacher knows her business well. After her huge success with Kids Design Lakeside in Thalwil, it was perfectly natural to open a store on the other side of the lake.
Now, she sells furniture and fashion(a large selection of D&G, Miss Grant and Moncler among others) also in Erlenbach. Don’t miss the generous basement to explore the latest trends for your child’s room while your little one enjoys sliding down the stairs. Karin and her team are waiting for you.
For 2011’s Cannes International Film Festival, Only The Brave Foundation and Le Baron have invited celebrities (Jude Law, Kirsten Dunst an many more) to sign aDiesel Black Gold denim, during their fabulous nights at Le Baron Piano Bar.
This denim is now sold by auction on ebay until 22nd September : all profits will be donated to the Only The Brave Foundation, that supports and develops a variety of innovative development projects in Africa.
Many celebrities attended last week’s S/S 2012 runway presentation in New York City, among them Gerard Butler with his date Petra Nemcova and the Roitfeld girls.
“It’s time to reflect.” This was written on the program at the Diesel Black Gold S/S 2012 show. There were dangling mirrors hanging down, perfectly reflecting the light and preparing the audience for a show full of metallics. I am in love with those shiny materials. As this is already a huge trend for F/W 2011, I am glad to see that this is going to stay for a while.
Let the light of Diesel Black Gold shine on me…
A new little apple from the popular DKNY collection – DKNY Golden Delicious brings aromas of apple known as ‘Golden delices’. The very warm and senseous scent has just arrived in stores.
Floral Woody Musk
Top Notes:Mirabelle Plum, Golden Delicious Apple and African Orange Blossom
Middle Notes: Casablanca Lily, Lily-of-the-Valley, Vanilla Orchid and Rose
DKNY Golden Delicious Shimmering Body Lotion 150ml / CHF 57.00
DKNY Golden Delicious celebrates luxury and splendor. Therefore DKNY Fragrances teamed up with Los Angeles based celebrity jeweler Martin Katz to create the world’s first million-dollar fragrance bottle for the new scent.
The bottle is carved from polished 14-karat yellow and white gold and features 2,909 precious stones sourced from all over the world; a 1.65 carat Turquoise Paraiba Tourmaline from Brazil, a 7.18 carat Oval Cabochon Sapphire from Sri Lanka, 15 Round Brilliant Vivid Pink Diamonds from Australia weighing 1.28 carats, 4 Round Rose Cut Diamonds weighing 0.32 carats, a 3.07 carat Oval Cut Ruby and a 4.03 carat Pear Shape Rose Cut Diamond. Hand-placed by designer Martin Katz, these stones create a stunning skyline of New York City that is so iconic to the DKNY brand.
The DKNY Million Dollar Bottle will be showcased across the globe and then sold on October 15, 2011 for a good cause on their Facebook page. Net proceeds from the sale will be donated to the global charity – Action Against Hunger.
For my Swiss based readers, you will be able to admire the Million Dollar Apple this week at Jelmolifrom September 22 – 24, 2011. On Friday, September 23, 2011, you have the chance for an exclusive preview from 11am – 5 pm. The first five readers who will come to the event and mention the code “1 Million @ Sandra’s Closet” will get a glass of champagne and a little gift from DKNY!
“ … The right dress, at the right time, can change your life forever…”
– Roberto Cavalli
Roberto Cavalli presents “The Glam Gallery”, a selection of red carpet gowns, among the most representative of the Maison Cavalli, on sale from early October on the online store at www.robertocavalli.com. From Hollywood to Cannes, his vibrant and sexy style is admired by many celebrities who are recognised worldwide in his multi-faceted designs.
Lady Victoria Hervey in a stunning red gown by Roberto Cavalli at the Roberto Cavalli Opening Boutique London Party last Saturday
“The Glam Gallery” makes the unattainable world of the red carpet accessible for every woman: dream gowns are available exclusively to clients of the online store www.robertocavalli.com who, by registering on the site from now, will have the possibility to access a special selection of the evening gowns and purchase them in advance. This is your chance to look like a star.
During New York Fashion Week, I ran into some very familiar faces. Here you see German fashion power. To the left is über-stylish Annette Weber, editor-in-chief of GermanInStyle magazine, and to the right is very hip Sue Giers, head byer for Hamburg basedLinette shops.
Annette’s look: Dress and Boots by Prada, Bag by Chanel
Sue’s look: Blazer by H&M, Pants by Closed, Dress, Boston Bag and Shoes by Céline, Statement Necklace and Fur Scarf by Gabriele Frantzen.
I loved how Sue combined designer pieces with the fabulous H&M blazer. She rolled up her Céline dress and turned it into a silk shirt. Awesome idea!
If you like Sue’s necklace with the thin little fur scarf, you should have a look at Gabriele Frantzen‘s designs. Having worked in fashion for many years, she launched her eponymous statement jewelry line in 2009. Since then, her pieces have been spotted all over and even made it on the red carpet at the Oscars. Gabriele Frantzen commutes between New York City and Munich. For store locations, please click here.
Gabriele Frantzen during Fashion Week sporting one of her own designs.
Stay tuned for so much more to come. I just spent an amazing weekend in Venice… and now I am packing for Milan Fashion Week!
Be part of London Fashion Week and watch the Burberry Prorsum S/S 2012 fashion show live on Sandra’s Closet tomorrow at 4pm London time. You can shop coats and accessoires directly after the show. Stay tuned for more to come.
“I always wanted to make a perfume which would have the same resonance for everyone, something like tenderness, or childhood and I wanted there to be such a sensual contact with this perfume, that you almost feel like devouring the person you love.”
Thierry Mugler
Love it or hate it! It seems that this oriental-gourmand fragrance allows only the extreme. Since its creation in 1992, it is one of the bestselling scents around the globe.
IN THE BEGINNING THERE WAS ANGEL… A GOURMAND PERFUME THAT HAS BECOME LEGENDARY.
FROM STAR TO COMET – A NEW EAU DE TOILETTE
Almost 20 years later, a new satellite appears, Angel will be available as Eau de Toilette with a new shaped flacon in a modern interpretation.. Angel’s dazzling star gives birth to an undulating comet.
More than just a difference in concentration, Angel Eau de Toilette is a unique harmony of scents composed by Amandine Marie (Robertet). It has become “oriental-gourmand-powdery”.
Top Notes: Bergamot, red berries and pepper
Middle Notes: Praliné, caramel and berries
Base Notes: Patchouli, vanilla, cedar and white musk.
Faithful to Angel’s tradition, the Comet, available in 40 ml and in 80 ml, is refillable, thanks to its eco-source bottle (40 ml).
A MESMERIZING CAMPAIGN
Eva Mendes is the glamorous woman for the Eau de Parfum and beguiling icon for the Eau de Toilette, she embodies all the addictions of Angel.
New muse, new campaign… I loved the illustrations so much that I wanted to share them with you.
Always spectacular, the Angel woman rediscovers a certain type of intimacy in her perfume and in her dreams, expressing a seduction more moving than ever.
One woman, two stories…
A deserted train station. A shimmering clear night. The Angel woman waits for the train that, with its guiding star, will take her to the depths of her dreams.
In the “Dream Machine”, comfortably seated, she sprays her wrist lightly. After scarcely a whiff, she gives into pleasure, eyes closed, and takes off…
Her first dream brings her back to childhood memories of a fair, the Ferris wheel and cotton candy. This vision becomes hazy and takes the shape of the Eau de Toilette bottle followed by the Eau de Parfum bottle that sets her off on her next trip. She dances in this day dream, as though completely spellbound, among constellations of stars. Enchanting…
And the imaginary odyssey ends, giving way to reality. As she gets off the train immersed in a blue light, her exalted expression keeps you guessing about the thrill and the transgression of her experience.
Looking up to the sky that welcomed her, she takes the ultimate memento of her recent experience out of her trench coat pocket: the scintillating Angel bottle.
The world wide campaign, conceived by Thierry Mugler and orchestrated by Christophe de Lataillade, the brand’s Artistic Director, has brought together an exceptional cast. British director, Baillie Walsh, directed the film and the image was immortalized by the duo of fashion photographers Inez van Lansweerde & Vinoodh Matadin.
Below is the new commercial with Eva Mendes singing. Hope that you like it.
Blouse and Skirt by Alexander McQueen, Python Belt by Gucci, Studded Heels by Valentino, Small Boston Bag by Céline, Ring by Roberto Cavalli and Watch by Roger Dubuis.
This military inspired outfit was also seen on Catherine, the Duchess of Cambridge recently in Birmingham.
Catherine had shortened her skirt whereas I left it at the medium length. Midi skirts are a must for F/W 2011. I was not a big fan of Catherine’s classic suede pumps as the outfit itself is already pretty conservative. That was the reason I went for my studded Valentino kitten heels and added the wide eyecatching golden python belt for a bit of colour.
On my nails I am wearing a metallic colour, so-called “Graphite” by Chanel.
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Photos: Courtesy of Diesel Black Gold
DKNY Golden Delicious EdP 30ml / CHF 55.00 – 50ml / CHF 85.00 – 100ml / CHF 118
DKNY Golden Delicious Shimmering Body Lotion 150ml / CHF 57.00
Lady Victoria Hervey in a stunning red gown by Roberto Cavalli at the Roberto Cavalli Opening Boutique London Party last Saturday
Gabriele Frantzen during Fashion Week sporting one of her own designs.
One woman, two stories…
Illustrations: © Stefano Canulli
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