Sandra‘s Closet

If you have read the February issue of L’OFFICIEL Switzerland, you might remember Monika Wildi and her fabulous Zurich based online shop FASHIONVESTIS. Three years ago she started this fashion adventure. Today she carries a great selection of young brands and upcoming designers.

Get the look: Blue sweater by Paul & Joe, raffia shopper by Vanessa Bruno, white shirt, embroidered shorts and cowboy boots, all three by Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini.

Great news is that you can find the beautiful collection of Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini at FASHION VESTIS. The former Dolce & Gabbana womenswear designer was appointed in October 2014 as Creative Director of the brand that was founded in 1984 by Alberta Ferretti.
His second runway collection for Philosophy showcases beautiful dresses lush with painterly florals and Victorian embellishments, spicing it up with a hint of the undone prairie girl.

The package comes beautifully wrapped if you order at Fashion Vestis.

I couldn’t resist those two looks, stay tuned for the outfit posts coming up soon…

Runway S/S 2016 Look 1: Floral printed chiffon dress with ruffles

Runway S/S 2016 Look 13: White broderie anglaise dress with corset belt

LoL, Sandra

Photos via L’OFFICIEL Switzerland and FashionVestis
© Sandra Bauknecht

Last week, the online launch of Bobbi Brown Switzerland was celebrated in Zurich with a special beauty event at Loft Five. Finally, you can shop your favorite beauty products from home. Have a look at the website, it is totally fun, especially the makeup tutorials are a great way to learn more about the perfect application.

Advantages of online shopping at bobbibrown.ch:
– Free shipping if you spend more than CHF 100.-
– Free shipping and returns on all foundations, correctors, concealers and powders!
– A free deluxe miniature of your choice

To celebrate the occasion, Bobbi Brown has a special surprise for you, my dear Sandra’s Closet readers.
If you shop until April 16, 2016, you will receive a free full-size lipgloss (while stock lasts). Just enter the code BBSANDRA at checkout.
Click HERE to enter the online shop!

Spoiled for choice…

… here are my favorite Bobbi Brown products I cannot live without!
Nude on Nude Eye Palette
Long-Wear Cream Shadow in Bone
Perfectly Defined Long-Wear Brow Pencil in Saddle
Highlighting Powder in Pink Glow
All of her Make-up Brushes
High Shimmer Lip Gloss in Pink Tulle

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Courtesy of Bobbi Brown Switzerland and © Sandra Bauknecht

Mid February, St. Moritz hosted for the first time a Swiss Red Cross Gala, also marking the 150th anniversary of this institution. In celebration of this great cause, the iconic White Turf tent was supposed to be the stunning location on the frozen lake to welcome over 300 guests from the business, economic, political and cultural worlds. Unfortunately due to the warm weather conditions, the event had to shift to Badrutt’s Palace Hotel.

My look: Patchwork lace peplum gown by Alessandra Rich, Janis leather pumps by Saint Laurent, diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery, ice cube bag and pearl earrings, both by Chanel.

The evening’s theme was: «clean water for every day». The gala’s proceeds will therefore go towards helping the victims of forgotten disasters and the water program in Nepal.
Clean drinking water and functioning sewage treatment systems are things we take for granted in Switzerland. They are part of our lives. However, the daily lives of well over 700 million people around the world are very different. They have no access to even a minimum of clean water.

If you would like to donate something to the Swiss Red Cross, please find herewith the details:

Credit Suisse AG, 8070 Zurich
BIC: CRESCHZZ30A IBAN: CH35 0483 5082 7306 1100 1
Endorsement: SRC Gala 2016

Thank you for your donation!

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © David Biedert Photography and © Sandra Bauknecht

Recently I spent for the first time one day in snowy Arosa in the canton of Graubünden in Switzerland. It is a famous winter tourist resort and I was curious to explore it.

My look: Mink coat with fox fur collar by Prada, Louisa ribbed cotton-jersey tank by Étoile Isabel Marant, star intarsia cardigan by Saint Laurent, leather and jersey leggings by Givenchy, silver and purple aviator sunglasses by Chanel, studded scarf by Gucci, white fur boots by Prada Sport, Tribale small fringed python shoulder bag by Lanvin, hat by Dolce & Gabbana with gamsbart and brooches by Gucci.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht

Today and running through the week, the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) has opened its doors. Only invited journalists and retailers from around the world are able to visit this most exclusive watch fair in Geneva at the Palexpo convention center. Renowned watch brands, such as IWC Schaffhausen, Audemars Piguet, Piaget, Montblanc, Cartier, Vacheron Constantin just to name a few display their newest timepieces. As all of these houses have in general famous ambassadors, you will most likely run in many celebrities at the exhibition. In the evening, exclusive events take place. One that is definitely not to miss is IWC Schaffhausen’s gala night which always takes place on Tuesday evening. Enjoy some of my impressions of last year and stay tuned for the new ones coming up soon!

Monday night is Montblanc night. Charlotte Casiraghi wore the same Montblanc earrings than me.

French actor Pierre Niney

Tuesday is THE day at the IWC Schaffhausen booth, many celebrities (here among them Nico Rosberg, Louis Hamilton, Ronan and Storm Keating) visit the Swiss watch manufacturer.

Framed by Marc Forster and Luis Garcia Fanjul.

IWC brand ambassador Karolina Kurkova with me

In the evening, the IWC gala «Journey to the Stars» took place which was amazing.

With Adriana Lima and Barbara Becker.

Great performance by Simply Red frontman Mick Hucknall.

Love her! Emily Blunt

Having fun!

James Marsden.

With IWC Schaffhausen CEO Georges Kern 

British Formula 1 racing car driver Lewis Hamilton

As SIHH is all about watches, I would like to show you two of my favorite models I spotted last year. First the Big Bang Broderie by Hublot. Sized at 41mm, these beautiful watches come in three styles (two are shown in the picture). All are limited to 200 pieces, each style.

And second, Cartier‘s Rêve de Panthère watch. In this spectacular creation, Cartier’s panther emblem enters the decoration – at once diurnal and nocturnal – of a day/night movement that belongs to the great tradition of the Maison’s complications. Like by magic, The background sky changes from starry night to shining sun for an extraordinary interpretation of time measurement.

Enjoy your day!

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Courtesy of Hublot and Cartier, © Sandra Bauknecht

There is no color that looks more feminine as red. It is always eyecatching and the perfect hue for the Christmas season. Here you see me wearing it at the ASW party at the Palace Hotel in Gstaad two weeks ago.

My look: Rilla crochet cage stitch gown by Hervé Léger, Masai pearl necklace by Dior, Monogramme lipstick printed textured-leather clutch and Janis pumps with studs, both by Saint Laurent, Limelight Gala watch and rose diamond ring, both by Piaget, diamond bracelet and ring, both by Vainard Fine Jewellery.

LoL, Sandra

The Jimmy Choo installation in the lobby

With Derek Tanner

With lovely Hasna Bouchaab

With the host of the night Chairman of ASW Patrick Liotard-Vogt

Murder on the Dancefloor: Deborah Neufeld, Sarah Flückiger and Anne Limbach with me.

With Martin Tobler,  GM Switzerland Parmigiani Fleurier SA, Patrick Liotard-Vogt and Mike Baur, Swiss Start Up Factory, in the photo booth.

Photos: © David Biedert Photography (A huge thank you!) 
and © Sandra Bauknecht

My winter season started last weekend in Gstaad where I enjoyed a fun party at the Palace Hotel.

My look: Paneled lace and silk-georgette mini dress by Elie Saab, Monogram Motard clutch by Louis Vuitton, patent pumps with bows by Saint Laurent, Diorette ring and earrings by Dior Haute Joaillerie.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © David Biedert Photography (A huge thank you!) 
and © Sandra Bauknecht

Two weeks ago, I attended Switzerland’s first «Amour de Vie – a fabulous night for a good cause“» charity event at the Park Hyatt in Zurich. A special benefit auction in collaboration with Sandra Nedvetskaia and top live entertainment ( The Bourbon Street Band from Manchester and DJ Young Bugs) guaranteed a unique, young fest to gather fundings for RIGHT TO PLAY. 100 % of all auction and Tombola proceeds raised CHF 27.450 that night.

A great cause and a fun party! We at L’Officiel Switzerland knew immediately we had to be part of it and became media partner ofd this fab event!

LoL, Sandra

The two masterminds: event organisator Sophia Marti (SVM Events) and auctioneer Sandra Nedvetskaia.

Park Hyatt’s famous chef Frank Widmer was “auctioned” off himself…

Great conversation with golf pro Roger Furrer, ambassador for Right to Play, during the dinner.

 The beautiful crowd…

Our newly wed Livia Zafirou, Managing Editor at L’Officiel Switzerland.

Photos: Courtesy of SVM Events and © Sandra Bauknecht

Zurich has a new hot spot. Last week, HATO opened its doors at Brandschenkestrasse 20 (reservations +41 44 280 1880, zurich @hato-restaurants.com). The restaurant’s chef Nathan Dallimore brings the bold flavors of «Fine Asian Cuisine» and fresh sushi to every dining experience. Before today’s official start, I had the honor to try all the culinary highlights during an intimate lunch. The food is absolutely excellent, my favorite is the vegan «Soya Duck Salad» (see photo below). The interior is stylish and intimate at once, curtains can separate certain areas. There is also a special LALIQUE room for  private occasions. On Thursday, the VIP opening party took place… enjoy the pics.

My look: Wool twill jacket, cutout leather platform pumps and small California leather bucket bag with stars, all by Saint Laurent, scalloped bandage dress by Hervé Léger, Satin Touch 20 denier stay-up stockings by Wolford, tulle and pearl necklace by Lanvin and diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery.

LoL, Sandra

The vegan «Soya Duck Salad», it’s fake duck, so yummy.

An extremely interesting combination that I loved: scallop, pork and artichoke puree.

Fantastic Har Gau Dim Sum.

Photos : © David Biedert Photography and © Sandra Bauknecht

Oversized sweaters worn as dresses add a certain coolness to your look. I couldn’t resist Christopher Kane’s “Lovers’ lace” – entwining bodies in coral and cream lace, that are inspired by life drawing lessons. Worn on the F/W 2015 runway, this oversized style is woven from a luxurious blend of wool and cashmere guaranteed to keep me warm when the weather cools here in Zurich.

My look: Hooded camel-wool wrap coat with belt by Chloé, lace-paneled wool and cashmere-blend sweater dress by Christopher Kane, fringed checked cashmere scarf by Burberry Prorsum, leopard-print Boston tote by Céline, Rockstud leather-trimmed knee boots by Valentino and Linda round-frame acetate sunglasses by Tom Ford.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht