Matching the temple in Mauritius … while driving around the Grand Baie area in the North, I passed the Tamil Surya Oudaya Sangam Temple, that is one of the oldest Tamil temples on the island. The temple is a riot of colours that can be visible even from a considerable distance. I had to stop and take pictures as my new pareo pants couldn’t gave been a better match.
Later, I enjoyed my time at the Constance Prince Maurice and indulged in their signature rum cocktail «Maurice de Nassau» at the hotel bar next to the white sand beach and tropical surroundings. The drink has an interesting combination of aged rum, coconut liquor, curry leaf, passion fruit puree, roasted pineapple juice and dried chili.
My look: Mila ruffled bikini
by Maygel Coronel, red and white striped pareo pants by Loretta Caponi, wedge espadrilles by Castañer, wallet on chain by CHANEL, oval-frame gold-tone and tortoiseshell acetate sunglasses by Celine, and silver-tone, crystal and faux pearl necklace by Alessandra Rich.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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This weekend I went to Barbados and had the best time. It’s no secret that that the Caribbean island has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world with aquamarine waters and soft sands. The weather was changing between being sunny and light rain showers, providing a dramatic scenery. The perfect surrounding to sport this beautiful look.
My look: Colours Of Palccoyo jersey maxi dress
by Johanna Ortiz, Bromelia 100 metallic canvas espadrille wedge sandals by Castañer, sunglasses with golden frame and burgundy lenses by Gucci, small messenger flap bag in Tiffany blue by CHANEL, Oscar seashell choker by Isabel Marant, Rose Céleste necklace, and Rose des Vents and Rose Céleste necklace, both by Dior Fine Jewellery, and coral earrings by Oscar de la Renta.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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Espadrille season is here. Consciously crafted in bold colors, embrace a free-spirited hippy attitude with the flat macramé by Loewe. Venture from the beach to the pool with Gucci‘s wedges, or go out at night with some fun high-heeled espadrille sandals by Castañer.
LoL, Sandra
Logo-embroidered espadrille sandals
by Loewe x Paula Ibiza
Triangle logo striped-terry espadrilles by Prada
Logo-jacquard denim espadrilles by Miu Miu
Espananou raffia espadrilles by Christian Louboutin
Paloma heart-print wedge espadrilles by Saint Laurent
GG-canvas and raffia wedge sandals by Gucci
Carina 80 canvas & jute espadrille wedges by Castañer
Rockstud 105 leather wedge espadrilles by Valentino
Sweia 95 embroidered cotton espadrilles by Gucci
Amaia jute espadrille platform sandals by Castañer
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht and Courtesy of the Brands
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One of the best brands to wear on your summer vacation is PatBO. I am completely obsessed, amazing quality without being too expensive. Inspired by the beauty and technical expertise of haute couture craftsmanship, Patricia Bonaldi founded her eponymous label with a focus on intricate embroidery and beading. Each design is expertly handmade in the brand’s atelier in Brazil by a team of over 400 local female artisans. Here you see me wearing one of her amazing beach dresses with its unique, flattering silhouette at my hotel, the Byblos Saint Tropez. Doesn’t the background look so South American? I am loving it! In my next life I wanna be a Brazilian girl!
My look: Cutout embellished corded lace and stretch-jersey maxi dress
by PatBO, Blaudel 100 canvas wedge sandals by Castañer, Tip macramé tote by Bottega Veneta, mesh small brin bucket hat by Dior, gold-tone crystal earrings by Oscar de la Renta, Oscar seashell choker by Isabel Marant, Rose Céleste necklace, and Rose des Vents and Rose Céleste necklace, both by Dior Fine Jewellery, bracelets by Cartier, and Royal Oak 37mm 18-karat frosted rose gold watch by Audemars Piguet.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Michael HJ Lopez Photographie / Sandra Bauknecht
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The official start of summer is coming soon, so it’s time to pack away our boots and trade them in for airier shoes, like the ever-popular espadrilles, the absolute summer shoe.
This season, they take tying to a whole new level being trimmed with crisscrossing laces all over the shoe, eye-catching details made for not only tropical vacationing but also a stroll through the city. If you live in a city like Zurich, you’ll appreciate the cobblestone-friendly footwear so much.
LoL, Sandra
Suede espadrilles by Off-White
Gaia canvas platform espadrilles by Stella McCartney
Logo-print tie suede & jute espadrilles
by Loewe Paula’s Ibiza
Gina canvas & jute espadrilles by Castañer
125 laser-cut leather-trimmed canvas wedge espadrilles by Alaïa
Crystal-embellished canvas & jute espadrilles by Loewe Paula’s Ibiza
Cucu 80 canvas & jute espadrille wedges by Castañer
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
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If you were to take a look inside your favorite fashionstia’s closet, I guarantee you would find a pair of designer espadrilles. Chanel started the comeback of the iconic classic a few seasons ago… and now they are on everyone’s shopping list. Those quintessential summer shoes look great with everything from a summer frock to cut-off shorts. Shop my picks for the chicest around below.
1 Tian leather-trimmed printed coated canvas espadrilles by Gucci
2 Python espadrilles by Proenza Schouler
3 Embellished suede espadrilles by Giuseppe Zanotti
4 Printed brocade espadrilles by Dolce & Gabbana
5 Star-appliquéd leather espadrilles by Saint Laurent
6 Dreya snake-effect leather espadrilles by Jimmy Choo
7 Belgravia suede espadrilles by Aquazurra
8 Jean canvas espadrilles by Castañer
9 Woven canvas espadrilles by Manebi
10 Tweed espadrilles by Chanel
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
