Finally, I can tell you my exciting news why I am Berlin at the moment. I arrived yesterday for the shoot of the X’ campaign for Closed.
‘The X’ ,also associated with Closed’s innovative pocket design, is an ongoing campaign – first launched one year ago – that celebrates individualism and variety, creativity and location. Ten innovators in ten cities around the world comprise the talent pool for this debut campaign. Now you can understand my excitement, I am one of them.
Today, the fittings took place. Here you can get a sneak preview of what is coming for F/W 2011. The looks are ultracool, having a certain edge, perfect for everyday life. Stay tuned for more to be posted soon and in the meantime enjoy those photos.
LoL, Sandra
The mood board
Let the fittting start...
The chinos -
...Closed's bestsellers.
What looks best? Nina Zywietz (Closed) with stylist Emilie Johansson
Italian actor Michele Venitucci
L.A. based Eileen Peters in a stunning denim overall.
Closed owner Gordon and Closed menswear designer Vito
A true prep? Yale Breslin from N.Y.
Claude Serieux from Paris
Which colour should the pants for Mark Wiesmayr have?
This baseball jacket looks so good on Carla Fuentes Fuertes.
My first look: A chunky striped cardigan worn with a lace top and red pants.
My second look: A dress with a sweater top and a leather skirt, awesome combo.
Me in action
... taking all those photos.
What are these guys watching?
...the royal wedding livestreamed.
Bon appétit!
Yesterday, I was invited to the Mister Schweiz (Switzerland) 2011 gala which is here a very big event. It was truly a live broadcasted spectacle.
The hot young guys, mostly in the beginning of their twenties, had to fulfill some fun tasks. Even that this is a fashion blog, I didn’t really think of dressing those beautiful toned bodies…I actually liked the boxer shorts pretty much.
The show had some great performers on stage, among them Italian singer Zucchero and famous world-class violinist David Garrett.
David Garrett with me... a funny guy.
Front row: Gorgeous Raquel Marquard who is the Mister Schweiz 2011 promoter
The jury from right to left: Julia Saner (model), Sara Hildebrand (entertainer), Bettina Portmann (SI magazine), André Reithebuch (Mister Schweiz 2009) and Indira Weiss (singer).
Top model Julia Saner with tiny Sandra
Enjoy the impressions of last night. The winner was Thurgau based 21-year old Luca Ruch who won the toss against Michel de Carolis from Basel who was actually my favourite.
Below you can find the details of my look from last night and like always start shopping immediately.
My look: Silk dress and jacket by Balmain, pumps by YSL, earrings and ring, both by Chanel and stingray Box bag by Céline.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Yesterday in New York City, influencers from the worlds of fashion, art, philanthrophy, business and entertainement came together like last year at Christie’s Bid to Save the Earth. After a live auction, the Runway to Green fashion show took place that must have accelerated every fashionista’s heart. The pieces on the catwalk from over 25 designers including Prada, Gucci, Balenciaga, Yves Saint Laurent, Thakoon and many more were from the upcoming F/W 2011 collections.
Now, those must-haves are available on net-à-porter, but only on the US site. No worries, my dear European and Asian readers, they also ship to us. A minimum of 10% of net-proceeds from the sale of each item will benefit Alliance of Climate Protection, Natural Resource Defense Council and United Nations Environmental Programme’s Billion Tree Campaign. Shopping for a good cause and your chance to be the first to wear a stunning piece from the next season. Do I need to say more..?!
Ready, set, go!
LoL, Sandra
Something that might be interesting for my Zurich based fashionistas: Dazü, the third Brazilian fashion event will take place this week, on the 31 of March until the 2nd of April.
Established last year by three lovely Brazilian ladies, Monica Wendel, Beatriz Heuer and Denise Vaccaro Graetz, who live here in Zurich with their hubbies and children, Dazü has twice a year sales, one in spring and one in fall.
The prices are reasonable, between CHF 100- 300 for the clothes and between CHF 60 -150 for the jewelry that it is made by Israeli designers. Having an eye for fashion, the intention behind the idea was to to bring the Southamerican joie de vivre and trendy style to the Switzerland. The collection for S/S 2011 is very versatile, from dresses to shirts and tunics to bikinis. Have a look at some of the pieces and find a detailed description below how to get there. They take cash only.
Bom divertimento!
LoL, Sandra
It is just so extremely saddening what is currently happening in Japan. In this difficult situation, there are many possibilties to help the victims of the catastrophe.
French concept store Colette for example says: „We love Japan“ and helps to raise funds for the country’s disaster relief.
Several designers have contributed: Kuntzel+Deygas buttons, an original drawing by Fafi, bracelets by Aurélie Biderman, Cool Cats T-shirts , a “Rescue Jacket” by Kitsuné, teddy bears by Vika Gazinskaya, Case Scenario x Keith Haring iphone cases, Olympia Le Tan brooches, Eiko Maekawa rabbits and many more to come.
100 percent of the proceeds of the sales of these products will be directly donated to the JAPANESE RED CROSS SOCIETY.
I am working since many years with the SWISS RED CROSS and this amazing organisation is always one of the first ones to help. Your contribution will truly make a difference.
That is us: The ladies of the Swiss Red Cross ball committee.
For other organisations that are collecting funds, please click here.
My heart is with Japan and the Japanese people.
LoL, Sandra
Upcoming Thursday, March 17th, at 6.30pm, Swiss company Schild will open its new five-storey department store at the Lintheschergasse 7 in Zurich with an extraordinary fashion show and cocktail party.
1000 special guests will experience window and night shopping in a new way. Brands like Hallhuber, s.Oliver, René Lezard, Mango or Navyboot will be presented by famous models like Anouk Manser and Tanja LaCroix who will perform in translucent glass cubes.
The new made-to-measure lounge for ladies so-called “Savile Row” will also celebrate its premiere that night. Customers can choose for their tailor-made outfit among 300 luxurious fabrics from well-known labels like Loro Piana, Zegna or Scabal. This service is also available for men of course.
New at Schild is the possibility to order Mango online, exclusively in Switzerland. Please visit schild.ch for further information.
Great news for Sandra’s Closet’s subscribers: You have the chance to win two tickets to attend this amazing party with all the ViPs. All you have to to is send an e-mail to with the header “Schild” until Thursday morning at 10 am. The winner will be drawn randomly.
And by the way during the opening night, one of the guests will win a new Jaguar XK Convertible. Sounds great, doesn’t it? Good luck!
See you there!
LoL, Sandra
The location: The Grand Palais
Yesterday, outside the Chanel F/W 2011 show I took so many great photos of the fashionable crowd and celebrities. I truly hope that you will like my shots. The défilé took place in the morning at the Grand Palais and as glamourous as the outside was as “smoking hot” (seriously!) was the inside. More to be published soon.
LoL, Sandra
Leopard Ladies
Art Performance
Lovely Chanel outfit with the must-have Chanel S/S 2011 bag
Little princess
PR-Lady and Designer of her own brand Coje Yasmin Eitouni-Nannen in a gorgeous Chanel jacket...
...and Chanel bag.
Pretty Woman Julia Restoin-Roitfeld...
...sporting a Chanel bag.
Fashion Icon Anna Dello Russo
...looked so beautiful...
...and stylish...
...talking to Giovanna Battaglia
...the famous Italian stylist.
Details of the two editorilistas
Giovanna's polka dots
Loved both pair of shoes
Back shot
Franca Sozzani
Suzy Menkes in Chanel
Emma Roberts in Chanel
Me outside before the show
My outfit at the Chanel show
Leather pants – Fendi, Chanel-inspired Tweed Blazer – Marc Jacobs, Cashmere Sweater – Gucci, Long multi-coloured fur stole – Prada, Shoes – Prada, Bag – Chanel
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Happy Stella
Happy me in Stella
Question of today is what do you wear to Stella McCartney’s After Show Party? Yes, completely right, you wear Stella McCartney.
The night club Le Scopitone in Paris last night ressembled more of a catwalk. Many beautiful looks from the British designer’s resort and S/S 2011 collection along with millions of Falabella bags in all styles. Stay tuned for a detailed shopping report of the best pieces.
Enjoy the photos of the party with a cute, happy and relaxed Stella. No wonder after that amazing show!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Red-hot and purple gowns, sequined body-conscious dresses along with screen-siren hair and beautiful high jewelry pieces. The 83rd Academy Awards 2011 last night in Los Angeles were once more all about glamour and drama.
See the styles and trends that celebrities like Cate Blanchett, Gwyneth Paltrow, Sandra Bullock and more wore on Hollywood’s ultimate night.
My Fashion Oscar: Cate Blanchett in Givenchy Haute Couture S/S 2011
The winning actress in a leading role was highly pregnant Natalie Portman who looked so radiant in her burgundy Rodarte gown in „Black Swan“.
The winning actor in a leading role was Colin Firth in „The King’s Speech“ that also won in the categories „Directing“ and „Best Picture“.
Enjoy the photos from last night!
LoL, Sandra
Alexander Wang teamed up with LOVE editor-in-chief Katie Grand to host a party at Liberty in honour of the magazine’s Androgyny issue last Monday. An abundance of famous faces celebrated with the American designer at the store’s first floor international designer room.
Beth Ditto
„Thank you, Liberty, for having me,” Beth Ditto called during her guest performance, “You’ll never have me back here again after this, but thanks to Katie Grand and Alexander Wang I’ve got all your free clothes, and I’m totally cool with that.”
Alexa Chung and Pixie Geldorf
Ditto sang an acappella rendition of Whitney Houston’s „I Will Always Love You“ that made guests cheer in awe of her extraordinary vocal talent. Party girls like Alexa Chung and Pixie Geldorf conquered the dance floor with Boy George and Erin O’Connor. Even the Beckhams breezed in to join the party.
Alexander Wang with me
My heart leaped with joy when Alexander Wang came up to me and said: „Hi Sandra, how are you? Great to have you here!“ Always nice to be remembered… (click here for my interview with him last year).
LoL, Sandra
Boy George with me
Erin O'Connor
Love the hair piece
Beth after her performance...
...talking to Katie Grand...
...and finally leaving the party...
...like the Beckhams!
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
