While you are reading this, I am on my way to the Cannes Film Festival. I always have a great time there and have so many wonderful memories such as the dinner I attended with the lovely film crew of «High Strung» and Swarovski. As I am a ballerina myself, I absolutely adore this movie.
Dancing with the main actors: Jane Seymour, Nicholas Galitzine and Keenan Kampa.
The plot is about a hip hop violinist is busking in the New York subway. When he encounters a classical dancer on scholarship at the Manhattan Conservatory of the Arts, sparks fly. With the help of a hip hop dance crew they must find a common ground while preparing for a competition that could change their lives forever.
My look that night: Black embellished cocktail dress and
cutout leather platform pumps, both by Saint Laurent, embellished clutch by Balmain, Limelight Gala watch
by Piaget, leather bracelet by Hermès, diamond ring and bracelet, both by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Gosh, I am so in love with these Balenciaga heels that I first presented you a few weeks ago, I could literally run around in them the whole day (when it is not raining… the satin fabric doesn’t like water at all). They are not only beautiful, but also really comfortable.
My look: Fuchsia wool coat
and embellished satin pumps in pink, both by Balenciaga, Rexana ruffled cotton-blend top and Sidney trousers in black
, both by Erdem, clutch by Prada, earrings by Chanel, ring and diamond bracelet by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
While you are reading this I am on my way to St. Tropez for the ASW Summer Weekend, followed by the Cannes Film Festival. I am truly looking forward to some fun times ahead.
My look: Tweed blazer by Balmain, white lace dress by Azzedine Alaïa, Cassandre light blue clutch with tassel by Saint Laurent, leather platform pumps by Gucci and pearl earrings by Chanel.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
I told you already about my obsession with Ellery‘s playful to-die-for kick-flare trousers that billow out in a way that’s reminiscent of a mermaid tail. Now, you see me wearing them in combination with some more ruffles, a huge trend for S/S 2017.
My look: Ruffled silk chiffon cropped top by Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini, Alejandro ruffled-panel cropped jeans by Ellery, 2.55 quilted bag with attached hanger and shiny black and gold sunglasses, both by Chanel, logo detail heel pumps by Saint Laurent, Essential V sautoir necklace and Petite Malle iPhone 7 cover, both by Louis Vuitton, lace bra by Agent Provocateur and wide band in metal by Gucci.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
«Heritage is my DNA that has shaped and influenced my life.»
What does heritage mean to you? This was one of the questions I got asked in my recent interview for Breuninger Magazine that you can read here. In terms of fashion, I am truly impressed by the undying legacy of Coco Chanel. A piece of Chanel never goes out of fashion… speaking of which, I hope you will like today’s outfit.
My look: Classic white tweed jacket with multicolored piping, graphic T-shirt «Viva Coco Cuba Libre», blue and turquoise tie-dye jeans, sequined banana bag and floral embellished pearl choker, all from Chanel‘s Coco Cuba Croisière 2017 collection. Pineapple jacquard pumps with mouse face by Gucci and sunglasses by Céline.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Power pairings… Dress, meet pants! Red have fun with pink! Exciting twists that will make heads turn. The downside? It’s dangerously easy to get it wrong. Here are some tips how to pull it off. First, make sure that the fabrics look good together, second don’t underestimate the proportions of your outfit. A belt might help to accentuate your shape.
A dress over pants has emerged as my latest obsession thanks to Balenciaga that showed that it can be undeniably chic when done right. The partial split (it is sewn together at the seam) at the front of my pink dress, where I put my leg through, and the one in the back, both give a new life to my “old” red leather pants.
My look: Split-side silk-georgette midi dress and scarf leather belt, both by Balenciaga, red skinny stretch-leather pants and red ankle boots, both by Saint Laurent, De Manta brocade clutch by Alexander McQueen, diamond rose ring by Piaget and sunglasses by Céline.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
When it comes to fashion, I am always open to try something new and unexpected. I fell in love with the sequin-trimmed boyfriend jeans immediately. They might not show off your shape in perfection, but I like how they leave a little mystery.
My look: Safari leather top, sequin-trimmed boyfriend jeans, classic Paris D’Orsay pumps with bow and metallic-trimmed leather clutch, all by Saint Laurent, black onyx dragonfly ring and snake ring, both by Roberto Cavalli, Linda sunglasses by Tom Ford.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
«The bad news is time flies. The good news is you are the pilot! Your wings already exist, you just have to start to fly.»
I love flying (literally in all ways, sometimes it is good to get my feet back on the ground). When I was a little girl, I hung a world map in my room and put little needles in the locations I had visited. This poster is still in my parent’s house and whenever I come back home, I add the new ones. I have seen many countries, visited all five continents as travelling has been my other big passion besides fashion, but ones you see the magnitude of our planet, you realize how small you are and even if you think that you have seen so much, you have not seen a lot! Speaking off which, bye bye Switzerland! Off I go… comfy but in style!
My look: Cashmere sweater, cashmere top, matching pants, sneakers, backpack, circle messenger bag and airplane brooch, all from Chanel‘s flight-themed «Chanel Airlines» S/S 2016 collection.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
«Your first impression is always a lasting impression.»
As you already know, I tend to keep all my clothes and never clean out my closet. I love to wear most of them after many years again, combine them with something new and feel the excitement of the first time. What I absolutely recommend is to invest your money in a great suit! That is something that lasts longer and will be timeless. Can you imagine that I bought this beautiful pantsuit by Alberta Ferretti in 2002?! An absolute keeper… and a great ensemble for a business meeting at the lake last week… when the weather was much nicer than today.
My look: Pantsuit by Alberta Ferretti, printed silk crepe de chine shirt and Monogramme lipstick printed textured-leather clutch, tulle mini petticoat skirt, Janis pumps with studs
, all by Saint Laurent, Tonda 1950 Set Clarity watch by Parmigiani Fleurier and Linda sunglasses by Tom Ford.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Greenery is the Pantone Color of the Year 2017, a fresh and vibrant yellow-green shade that is considered as nature’s neutral evoking the first days of spring. For me, it is full of hope and energy and I like it the playful Gucci way.
My look: Ruffle trimmed single breasted wool coat, crêpe-jersey and georgette dress, embroidered leather knee boots and Dionysus embroidered leather hobo bag, all by Gucci. Ring «Diorette» and matching earrings, both by Dior Haute Joaillerie, Limelight Gala watch by Piaget.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
