
VERSUS VERSACE and SUPERGA partnered on a vibrant new collection of footwear starting with a special edition of the SUPERGA 2750 model, made using one of the key prints from the VERSUS VERSACE F/W 2014 collection.

The shoes will be available online at shop.versace.com and superga.com in Europe from the 20th of June and to follow worldwide in selected VERSUS VERSACE boutiques and in the SUPERGA stores, from the 29th of June.
Personall speaking, I think that this is SUPERGA’s coolest collaboration so far!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Versus Versace and Superga

Make a showstopping entrance in one of these standout styles. Don’t reserve for after dark, wear those cocktail sandals 9 to 5 with a great summer dress.
1 Keane metallic elaphe and rope gladiator sandals
by Jimmy Choo
2 Minerva printed stingray and suede sandals by Sergio Rossi
3 Studded lace-up leather sandals
by Alaïa
4 Amazon elaphe sandals by Aquazzura
5 Exposure suede gladiator sandals
by Tamara Mellon
6 Kori lace-up leather gladiator sandals by Ancient Greek Sandals
LoL, Sandra

In Austria, the Red Shoes Day has already cult status, in Germany it celebrates its third anniversary and Switzerland is now invited to join this fab event. HUMANIC declared May 20th to be their Red Shoes Day and offers to all customers 20% discount on all red footwear and accessories. If you show up with red shoes in their stores, you will even receive 20% discount on all other models.
For my readers from Austria, Germany and Switzerland I have great news. One of you can win a pair of those models below. Good luck to fire up your wardrobe with a pair of ruby-hued shoes.
Jeffrey Campbell
Peter Kaiser
SHM
SHM Patent
SHM Sandals
Fake Canvas Sneakers
To participate in the contest, please send me an e-mail with your postal address, your favorite model, your shoe size and the header “Red Shoes Day” to . All entries must be received until May 31st, 2014. No purchase or payment of any kind is necessary to enter or win this contest. By entering this contest, entrants accept and agree to be bound by these official rules. The winner has to have an Austrian, German or Swiss address.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Humanic

Givenchy’s Creative Director Riccardo Tisci has teamed up with Nike to create an exclusive collection of Air Force 1 basketball sneakers- a style of which he is a major fan. “I own about 125 pairs of the same Nike Air Force 1s,” he says of the iconic style that was first released in 1982.
Splashed with hues of orange, lemon, sky-blue and brown, they are cushioned for comfort and support. Isn’t the the tactile mix of rubber, faux suede and canvas just gorgeous?
LoL, Sandra

Air Force 1 leather hi-top sneakers (ankle) 

Air Force 1 leather hi-top sneakers (knee) 
Photos: Courtesy of Nike and Vogue

Ladies, it is definitely time to get some new shoes and bags for the summer. This season, it will be hard to choose as the selection is huge.
As a little Valentine’s Day surprise in advance, I have an amazing offer for you, valid for two days (13-14 Feb 2014) only! You can earn a Gift Card up to $700 when you shop SHOES & HANDBAGS at Saks Fifth Avenue
online. Use code SANDHB14 at checkout.
Spend $250 – $499 and get a $35 Gift Card
Spend $500 – $999 and get a $75 Gift Card
Spend $1,000 – $1,999 and get a $150 Gift Card
Spend $2,000 – $2,999 and get a $450 Gift Card
Spend $3,000+ and get a $700 Gift Card

Here are some of the most wanted S/S 2014 pieces available to shop or to pre-order:
1 Patent Leather Cat-Print Mary Jane Ballet Flats
by Miu Miu
2 Shaggy Deer Pale Blue Camo Backpack
by Stella McCartney
3 Embroidered Mesh Ankle Boots
by Valentino
4 Makeup Face-Printed Saffiano Tote
by Prada
5 Zig Zag Crystal Pumps
by Nicholas Kirkwood
6 Louis Woman Studded Leather Wedge Sneakers by Christian Louboutin
7 Small Striped Sac De Jour Tote
by Saint Laurent
8 Leather & Striped Snakeskin Ankle-Strap Sandals
by Pierre Hardy
LoL, Sandra

Launched last October (see photos above), the Hogan Atelier collection – a haute-couture project starring Interactive, the brand’s most iconic model – has already created a desire to those who cherish exclusive style with a less uptight attitude.
Unique creations that are all in deference to the traditions of couture. The decorations – all authentic and refined – are characterized by precious handmade embroideries, embellished with crystals, sequins and pearls.
Spring Flower, Diva, Surya, Black Rose, Diadem, Circle Pearls: six new outstanding creations taking Interactive on a whole new level of luxury and radiating a charming sense of ease.
Hogan Atelier will be available to order exclusively in selected Hogan boutiques and on hogan.com starting end of March.
LoL, Sandra
Spring Flower
Diva
Circle Pearls
Photos: Courtesy of Hogan Atelier

This is one of the most fun birthday gifts I have received this year. My girlfriends surprised me with my very own personalized UGG boots. Now I am adding some bling to my step!
UGG‘s new “Bling It On” program helps you to add a little sparkle and enables you to customize your beloved classic boots through a selection of dazzling Swarovski crystal patterns and statement-making designs. You can get very creative with different options, including letters and numbers, hearts, stars, butterflies, skulls, smiley faces, crowns, bows and paws, and the list goes on. Available at UGG concept stores around the globe.
LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht

Shoes speak louder than words, especially those to die for ones by Saint Laurent. An exacting standard of attitude, these black pumps will become your first port of call when it comes to downtown dressing. The vertiginous heel is supported with a generous platform, while gently swaying silver-toned chains add edgy appeal. My object of desire that has deserved its own post!
SHOP THE JANIS LEATHER PLATFORM PUMPS WITH CHAINS BY SAINT LAURENT HERE.
LoL, Sandra

From now until to February 28, 2014, the Mandarin Oriental Munich invites guests to indulge in little fashion fantasy of their own with the Mandarin Bar’s Jimmy Choo Fashion Afternoon Tea.
One of my favorite heels by Jimmy Choo for the new season is the neon elaphe pump.
The tea set takes inspiration from Jimmy Choo’s Cruise 2014 collection and highlights the popular clutch Charlize
and the stiletto Sunday. The iconic hotel’s pastry chefs have specially created a range of dainty culinary treats, such aschocolate raspberry macaroons, Jimmy Choo handbags filled with chocolate, cucumber and cream cheese and grapefruit lemon and caviar shooters which are sure to win the hearts of every fashionista.

Whether as a gift for a best friend or as a treat after a shopping tour, this special Afternoon Tea at the Mandarin Bar is a must for those with a passion for fashion who want to enjoy the sweet temptations of life.

How gorgeous is Jimmy Choo’s Cruise 2014 Candy glitter-finished acrylic clutch?!
It is priced at €39.00 per person and €55.00 per person with a glass of champagne. All guests who book the tea will a special complimentary gift set: Jimmy Choo FLASH fragrant surprise. Available from Mondays to Fridays from 3.00pm to 6.00pm. Reservations can be made through: +49 (0)89 290 98 1929.
See you there! In case that you won’t make it to Munich, check out the Prêt-à-PorTea at the Berkeley Hotel in London.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Mandarin Oriental Munich and Jimmy Choo