This morning, I attended the Omega press conference in the presence of Nicole Kidman that I will show you very soon. It was freezing cold today in Vienna so that I didn’t feel like being outside for too long. In the afternoon, I took a “Fiaker”, a horse carriage, to the city’s iconic Sacher hotel to treat myself to the probably most famous chocolate cake in the world: Original Sacher-Torte.
Its story began in 1832, when it was created by a 16 year old apprentice in his second year, Franz Sacher, for Wenzel Clemens Prince Metternich, the chancellor of Austria. The head chef was ill and not able to fulfill the important order so that the teenaged Franz Sacher had to invent something on the spot. That was the day when the victorious career of the renowned Austrian dessert composition began…
The basis is a chocolate cake, thinly coated by hand with best-quality apricot jam. The chocolate icing on top of it is the crowning glory. You can order it online here.
My look: Python-print down jacket by Roberto Cavalli, red knit dress with chiffon ruffles and black scarf with gold threads, both by Gucci, boots by Balmain and my beloved leather tote 
by Saint Laurent.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Tuesday, I flew to one of my favourite cities in the world: London. I was invited by Marionnaud to attend the Rodial Beautiful Awards. Here you see me on the arrival day. I stayed at the lovely St. Martins Lane hotel, where the event took place in the evening. Before going on a little shopping spree, I enjoyed a yummy lunch at the Asia de Cuba restaurant.
My look: Military coat by Miu Miu, shirt and knit waistcoat by Gucci, double-layered mesh skirt 
by Theyskens’ Theory, glass crystal eagle necklace by Lanvin, boots by Balmain and leather tote by Saint Laurent.
I know that you have seen me lately many times with this shopper by Saint Laurent. It is truly my favourite bag at the moment, especially when I am travelling. It is easy to carry and suits all sorts of styles. Stay tuned for the upcoming post of the event, I love my job!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
On my last day in Los Angeles, I had a little time to walk down Rodeo Drive and to meet with my Beverly Hills girlfriends at the Beverly Wilshire for a drink before heading to the airport.
Bonnie Star (to the left) is a famous American jewelry designer, who made the wonderful cuff that I am wearing on the photo, modeled after nineteenth-century French lace.
(For a previous post on Bonnie, please click here).
Claudia Deutsch (to the right) is the owner of the Artspace Warehouse gallery in Los Angeles that offers high quality original artworks from established and emerging international artists at affordable prices for every budget. She brought this new concept also to Zurich, check out the Kunstwarenhaus.
My look: Striped glossed rayure-effect blazer and flat tote bag, both by Saint Laurent, classic white tee by Burberry London, stretch leggings by Stouls, long tank top by Rick Owens, skull silk scarf 
by Alexander McQueen, boots by Balmain, gold lace cuff by Bonnie Star and 4810 hoop earrings in pink gold with diamonds by Montblanc.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
And of course, last but not least, here are all the details of my look that I wore to the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Days Zurich International Closing Night:
Sequined mini dress with chain detail and marabou cape, both by Balmain, Kelly So Black by Hermès, cocktail ring by Roberto Cavalli, Lady Excalibur watch by Roger Dubuis and Tribute Two textured-leather pumps by Saint Laurent.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Black pumps will always be a classic, but this summer, it is all about white pumps. Incorporate this shoe trend into your own style by combining it with your favourite new season looks. Better be fast to snag a pair, they sell out fast!
Here are four of the bestsellers:
1 Abel leather pumps 
by Jimmy Choo
2 Patent leather pumps by Balmain
3 Paris leather pumps by Saint Laurent
4 Janis leather pumps by Saint Laurent
LoL, Sandra
The combination of black and white is shaping up to be one of S/S 2013‘s hottest trends, namely in the form of stripes. Marc Jacobs, Dolce & Gabbana and Moschino showed one of the most stunning two-tone takeovers. I am convinced that chances are high, that you already have a few black-and-white-striped pieces in your closet, but look for a style update to take it up a notch. To get in on one of summer’s boldest trends, step inside to shop my picks now.
Dresses from left to right:
Scooter striped stretch-twill dress by Marc by Marc Jacobs
Striped cotton-blend sheath dress by Lanvin
Wide stripe sun dress 
by Dolce & Gabbana
Personally speaking, a striped blazer is my must for this season. An easy way to take your outfit to the next level.
Jackets from left to right:
Striped satin blazer by Balmain
Striped cotton-blend blazer by Lanvin
Stripe-print lurex blazer by Saint Laurent
Striped glossed rayure-effect blazer by Saint Laurent (I couldn’t resist this one…)
Paloma suede and metallic sandals by Saint Laurent
Walk the line and have fun!
LoL, Sandra
2013 is starting with a fashionable comeback of previous season’s must-haves of which some could be truly named vintage pieces. Another proof for my closet theory, keep everything, there will be a time to wear it again. So I am very happy to have all those pieces still in my wardrobe…
Olivia embellished leather waist belt by Moschino
The return of the iconic Moschino belt is probably the biggest surprise for me. I bought mine in Rome during my final school trip… a long time ago. It looks so used that I have ordered a new one now. Gosh, who would have thought that?!
The Britannia Skull leather box clutch by Alexander McQueen
This Union Jack-inspired clutch has become officially a true classic and will vamp up every outfit in seconds.
Double-breasted wool-blend blazer by Balmain
First launch for Pre-fall 2010, this blazer of glory sold out in seconds. Now, it is back in black. Hurry up to stock up your colour palette or to finally add this classic to your wardrobe selection.
If you interested to see me wearing it, please click here.
LoL, Sandra
Here is the third look that I wore for my shot with Swiss News magazine:
Two-tone leather baseball jacket by Balmain, Cherub-print stretch-silk mini dress by Dolce& Gabbana and studded ankle boots by Valentino.
Hope that you will like it.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Carina Scheuringer and © Sandra Bauknecht
It is December 1st, are you getting antsy for Christmas? Like last year, I have created a little online Advent calendar to make the wait a bit easier. Every day I will surprise you with one or two deliciously fashionable must-haves, or an inspiration for a lovely gift, even for yourself.
Get caught up in some fabulous offerings and don’t forget to shop them fast. Some things will sell out so quickly that even Santa can’t bring them. Hello, wait list!
To celebrate the Advent season in style, Monnier Frères 
offers to Sandra’s Closet readers a special 10% discount from today until December 15, 2012. Enter promo code XMAS10SCL at checkout. Delivery before Christmas is guaranteed for any order placed before noon on the 20th of December, 2012.
I am not dreaming of a white Christmas but of a…
1 20 Year silk twill square by Christian Lacroix
2 Maraini Faith leather bag by Jil Sander
3 Red hat by Borsalino
4 Tuyet embroidered clutch by Balmain
Have fun shopping and enjoy your 10% discount!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
