Sandra‘s Closet

The «quiet luxury» fashion trend emphasizes understated elegance, prioritizing timeless designs, high-quality materials, and subtle branding, as epitomized by Brunello Cucinelli. Known as the «King of Cashmere,» the brand reflects refined sophistication with a focus on craftsmanship and sustainable practices. Here you see me on the streets of Mayfair running some errands in one of my favorite comfy, yet stylish pieces.

My look: Faux shearling puffer jacket, striped sweater vest, and embellished wool pants, all by Brunello Cucinelli, crystal-embellished linen espadrille mules, and VLogo Moon embellished woven shoulder bag both by Valentino, diamond rose pendant necklace, and Limelight Gala watch, both by Piaget.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Felicia Sewerinsson @feliciasewerinsson
DISCLOSURE: This post is sponsored. We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise.

Oh what a joy … sunshine on Christmas Day in Zurich and I am embracing the Fair Isle sweater trend which adds a touch of traditional charm to my holiday wardrobe.

My look: Fair Isle wool-blend cardigan by Thom Browne, cream white A-line wool skirt by Valentino, Ixia 95 tinsel pumps, and Bon Bon Mini tinsel-embellished bucket bag, both by Jimmy Choo, shirt collar by Carven, red and black hair bow by Alessandra Rich, Blaze oversized cat-eye acetate sunglasses and gold-tone, enamel and faux pearl clip earrings, both by Saint Laurent.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
DISCLOSURE: We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise.

‘Tis the season to be jolly … Merry Christmas to all of you! The holiday season is all about joy, warmth, and festive cheer, and my outfit reflects just that! I am so happy to be spending the festive days with my family in Zurich.

My look: Wool-jersey bodysuit, bubble wool-blend cuffs, and bouclè wool-blend mini skirt, all by Alaïa, vintage fox fur cape by Givenchy, black Medusa Aevitas platform pumps with studded heel by Versace, crystal-embellished sunglasses by Gucci, gold-plated Swarovski crystal clip earrings, and Dolce embellished printed leather shoulder bag, both by Dolce & Gabbana.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / David Biedert Photography
DISCLOSURE: We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise.

Welcome the Bobbi Brown Mini Bar, an exclusively curated selection of must-have beauty products – thoughtfully sized to fit perfectly into your busy travel days. You’ll find everything you need for effortless holiday glam: from the iconic Vitamin Enriched Face Base and the Skin Full Cover Conceealer to a luminous highlighter, and of course the famous Soothing Cleansing Oil to remove make-up after a long day.

All your favorites in mini format. Try them or take them them with you wherever you go. These minis bring a touch of ease and luxury to your travel adventures.

TO SHOP THE BOBBI BROWN MINI BAR, CLICK HERE PLEASE.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
DISCLOSURE: We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise.

Due to my TV appearance on MY STYLE ROCKS, I am really late with unwrapping all my press samples. However, sometimes this is not a bad thing to do as this beautiful holiday 2024 collection by NARS is now on sale for you to indulge.

Unwrap excellence with a limited-edition must-haves, called «The ’24 Karat Collection» featuring the season’s most-wanted holiday gifts decorated in gilded packaging. Spoil yourself and create the perfect sparkling make-up for New Year’s Eve.

PURE LUXURY LIGHT REFLECTING™ CHEEK & EYE PALETTE
CHF 79.00

Swipe on a stroke of luxe with palettes designed to make you look, and feel, your most luxurious, featuring limited-edition, sculptural gold compacts. Prepare for the party circuit with irresistibly silky Light Reflecting™ powders, which impart a natural, luminous wash of color across eyes and cheeks. Pearlescent pigments and polymers create a light-scattering effect for a radiant, soft-focus look with 8-hour wear. Featuring an assortment of powders for highlighting, sculpting, and blushing for next-level luminosity that lasts all night.

GOLD RUSH EYESHADOW
CHF 32.00

Swipe on. Strike gold. It’s your time to shine with a new, limited-edition Single Eyeshadow packed with impeccable iridescence. A rare combination of high pigment with high shine, it features ultrafine blends of shimmer, glitter, and pearl to reflect light for eye-catching effects. Glides on smoothly to layer and intensify the glittering gold color. Dramatic metallic sheen lasts on lids throughout the night. Prized eyes. Look as good as gold.

ULTIMATE LUXURY EXPLICIT LIPSTICK
CHF 52.00

Indulge in the ultimate luxury for lips—Explicit Lipstick—now featuring a limited-edition golden case, exclusively in shades Rendez-Vous 805 and Unauthorized 863. Experience long-lasting comfort and a high-end satin finish, plus pure-color payoff with smudge-resistant wear. Precision-tip bullet effortlessly defines and contours, while Luxe Comfort Complex hugs lips for lightweight, medium-to-full coverage that’s infused with smoothing Rosehip Seed Oil and Hyaluronic Acid to lock in moisture.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © NARS
DISCLOSURE: We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise.

I am obsessed with this exclusive collaboration between Aveda, the purpose-driven pioneer of plant-powered, high-performance hair care, and fashion designer Joseph Altuzarra. The beautiful Holiday 2024 collection features limited-edition hair accessories and gift packaging, available globally in Aveda stores, partner salons, specialty retailers and aveda.com.

ABOUT JOSEPH ALTUZARRA

«There is a strong connection of brand values and creative process between Aveda and Altuzarra, especially around the intersection of nature and beauty. This has harmoniously carried over to our special holiday collection – the products and packaging are so thoughtful and feel so handcrafted.»- Joseph Altuzarra

Founded by creative director Joseph Altuzarra in 2008, Altuzarra is a luxury women’s ready-to-wear and accessories brand. Joseph’s seductive aesthetic combines modernity, femininity, and an unapologetic sexiness. Anchored in artisanal craftsmanship, and a curiosity about the world, the collection is informed by Joseph’s own multicultural background and upbringing. The Altuzarra brand speaks to the power, fearlessness and sensuality of the modern woman’s wardrobe.

Altuzarra S/S 2025

TO SHOP ALTUZARRA, CLICK HERE PLEASE.

For the limited-edition capsule, designer Joseph Altuzarra reinterpreted the watercolors of a 19th-century artist, creating botanical motifs that conjure the elegance and symmetry of nature and the human form.

«Each design serves as a reminder of our inherent connection to the earth,» explains Altuzarra, «I can’t wait to use this and feel like I’m starting the year by taking care of myself’ — that’s the feeling I wanted to convey with the collection.»

nightbloom Cosmetics bag

«What’s special about the design of this bag is that the construction and print placement allow it to double as both a makeup bag and a fashionable accessory for all your holiday parties.»

nightbloom Twist Headband

«When designing this piece, I wanted to create something that served as a wonderful self-care product and could also be elevated enough to pair with a beautiful black dress or holiday party look as a festive accessory.»

Invigorating Hair & Body Essentials Gift Set
Invigorating shower routine for hair and body that features one of our best-selling aromas: rosemary mint.

Strengthening Essentials Gift Set
Bond-building botanical repair™ wash day essentials, for all hair types and textures with damage.

Scalp Care Essentials Gift Set
A regimen that treats key scalp concerns and fights signs of premature scalp aging with skin care-inspired scalp solutions.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Aveda
DISCLOSURE: We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise.

CLÉ DE PEAU BEAUTÉ‘s limited-edition City of Dreamlight collection make the perfect holiday gifts inspired by the magic of Paris. The packaging, designed by Mr. Dalin, is so beautiful and adds magic to the display on your bathroom shelf.

A TALE OF ARTISTRY UNVEILED
At the outset of his medical school studies, Mr. Dalin discovered his true passion for illustration. Opting to leave medical school, he pursued a comprehensive path, including a preparatory course, a diploma in narrative drawing, engraving courses and studies in plastic arts. He also founded the association, Un Fanzine par Mois, which publishes and distributes micro-published books.

Mr. Dalin’s artistic style in boldly modern, unconventional, and distinctly contemporary. His confident strokes bring forth dense compositions with intricate details, showcasing his expertise in architectural mastery that unfolds in graphic landscapes, playing with a juxtapositionof intimate and grandiloquent spaces.

Influenced by the ligne claire movement, Mr. Dalin draws inspiration from luminaries such as Winsor McCay, Schuiten, Moebius, and Pierre Clement, crafting his own unique universe.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht and Clé de Peau Beauté
DISCLOSURE: We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise.

Following an invitation by Valentino to an enchanting and mysterious evening, where the dress code said: «Dark as Le Noir», reminiscent of the Maison’s F/W 2024 collection, I showed up in this monochromatic black outfit with gold jewelry pieces.

My look: Shift dress with plissé detailing, VSLING mini top handle handbag in black with sparkling embroidery, Tan-Go 155 patent-leather platform sandals, VLogo chain necklace, matching VLogo chain bracelet, V-Logo crystal-embellished hoop earrings, crystal logo ring, and crystal-embellished cat-eye metal sunglasses, all by Valentino, glitter fishnet tights by Calzedonia, Mitza ring by Dior Fine Jewellery, and Tank Américaine in yellow gold with diamonds by Cartier.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
DISCLOSURE: We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise.

Posh Tees: Wit Meets Chic in Victoria Beckham’s Slogan Style

Victoria Beckham’s slogan T-shirts, as seen on her hit TV show, perfectly blend playful wit with high-fashion edge. These effortlessly chic pieces showcase her signature minimalist style while adding a pop of personality, making them a must-have for trendsetters who love making a bold yet casual statement.

To shop them, click on the highlighted product descriptions. Personally speaking, I think they make a great gift for a fellow fashionista.

LoL, Sandra

MY DAD HAD A ROLLS-ROYCE

DAVID’S WIFE

I LIKE YOU BUT I LIKE ME MORE

INOFFENSIVELY EXPENSIVE

FASHION OFFENDER

FASHION STOLE MY SMILE

I AM SMILING ON THE INSIDE

Photos: © Courtesy of Victoria Beckham / Mytheresa
DISCLOSURE: This post is sponsored. We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise.

For 2025, the Pantone Color Institute selects PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse, a warming, brown hue imbued with richness. It nurtures us with its suggestion of the delectable qualities of chocolate and coffee, two of my favorites, that are answering the desire for comfort.

«We look to a mellow brown hue whose inherent richness and sensorial and comforting warmth extends further into our desire for comfort, and the indulgence of simple pleasures that we can gift and share with others.»
Laurie Pressman
Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute

Mocha Mousse on the S/S 2025 runways.

With its sophisticated, earthy elegance, PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse can stand alone or serve as a versatile foundation, enhancing a wide range of palettes and applications – from minimalist to richly detailed designs – across all colour-focused industries. It is a very versatile shade infused with inherent sophistication that stands for quiet luxury.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Courtesy of the Brands / © Sandra Bauknecht
DISCLOSURE: This post is sponsored. We may earn commission from links on this page, but I only recommend products I love. Promise.