Sandra‘s Closet

Colors leave their own unique mark on a style, an era. For CHANEL, they form a playful language that weaves a common thread through the various mediums of creation. This season, CHANEL is redefining its aesthetic codes: monochrome, the bold art of the all-over look, and audacious twists that unabashedly produce unexpected harmonies.

TWIN SETS, COLOR-BLOCKING, OR MIXING-AND-MATCHING…

No combination is off-limits, and the idea of giving carte blanche to create technicolor makeup looks is what led the CHANEL Makeup Creation Studio and Cometes Collective member Ammy Drammeh to design the S/S 2025 COLLECTION. In this sparkling, playful collection, lively colors cheerfully clash with one another or smoothly combine in a tone-on-tone look. Ever unpredictable, these daring shades are the expression of a timeless style that is invariably chic and refined.

The looks from the collection lend themselves to intuitive experimentation and endless customization thanks to interchangeable color combinations, which were designed to complement one another in the form of a flat wash of color, a halo, or a simple line.

STYLE COMES IN PAIRS
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE – CHF 50.00 / STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF CHF 39.00

The entire SPRING-SUMMER 2025 COLLECTION is structured around four color palettes, uniting the concepts of color-blocking and mixing-and-matching in a true ode to early spring. Each twin set, featuring an OMBRE ESSENTIELLE eyeshadow and STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF eyeliner, comprises a tone-on-tone duo that plays with different finishes.

NEUTRAL TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE LATTE FRAPPÉ: a warm matte beige
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF BRUN POURPRÉ: a matte red brown

MAUVE TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE Mauve Sucré: a shimmery lilac
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF Mauve Intense: a deep matte purple

PINK TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE PÊCHE GLACÉE: a satin coppery pink
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF ROUGE FAUVE: a matte sienna red

GREEN TWIN SET
OMBRE ESSENTIELLE MENTHE À L’EAU: a shimmery mint green
STYLO YEUX WATERPROOF VERT LAGON: a metallic bluish green

ROUGE COCO BAUME – CHF 52.00

The lip balm that is as desirable as an iconic lipstick is now available in a new finish with amplified shine. A lip-conditioning formula that offers up to 16 hours of non-stop hydration, for better-looking lips, day after day.

Its six new shades offer buildable coverage, ranging from a sheer wash of color after a single coat to lipstick-like intensity after three coats, for a customized makeup look.

HONEY BLISS: a shimmery caramel beige
TENDER PEACH: a fresh peachy coral
CHERRY BURST: a fresh red
BLUSHING PINK: a bluish pink
RASPBERRY KISS: an intense bluish pink
CHARMING LILAC: a purple

JEUX DE LUMIÈRES – CHF 95.00

The collection’s star product, the oversize JEUX DE LUMIÈRES palette, is designed to make colors glow. It opens to reveal four illuminating powders for the face, eyes, and décolleté, which can be dabbed onto the desired areas or used as a highlighter.

The four shades complement all skin tones, for a luminous satin finish. Powders that can be worn alone, paired with a second shade, or blended together.

A SHIMMERY PINK CORAL
A PINK GOLD
A SHIMMERY, SILVERY PINK
A SHIMMERY, COPPERY GOLD

LE VERNIS – CHF 38.00

Two soft, milky nail colors complete the look—right down to your fingertips.

POÈTE: a soft peach
ARTISTE: an aqua green

These limited editions are in stores now. Who is ready for summer?

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © CHANEL
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Last week’s gala episode of MY STYLE ROCKS was all about the 1980s. I love this era as it was all about bold, loud, and unapologetic fashion! Think big everything—from oversized shoulder pads to voluminous hair. Neon colors, metallics, and animal prints dominated wardrobes, while leg warmers and spandex became gym-to-street staples. Preppy looks with popped collars and designer logos contrasted with edgy punk styles, featuring ripped jeans and studded leather. Accessories were just as over-the-top, with chunky jewelry, gloves, and fanny packs stealing the spotlight. Whether inspired by Madonna, Michael Jackson, Dynasty or Wall Street’s power suits, the 80s were a decade where more was definitely more!

My look: Double-breasted wool-blend blazer with oversized shoulders, and matching green mini skirt, both by Balenciaga, black tulle gloves with GG motif by Gucci, Mitza ring by Dior Fine Jewellery, wide chain bracelet by CHANEL, ivory oyster enamel mother of pearl brooch by Burberry, hoop-drop clip earrings, classic Paris D’Orsay pumps with bow, metallic-trimmed leather clutch, black chiffon bow choker necklace, and wide-brimmed rabbit and cotton-blend felt fedora, all by Saint Laurent.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / Halil Ibrahim Özbay
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Today’s episode of MY STYLE ROCKS is about «fairytale characters».
For the show I styled this outfit with pieces of my closet and became a fashion fairy, ready to put my magic spell on our lovely candidates. I love creating theme inspired outfits with normal pieces instead of going to a costume shop.

My look: Faylinn dress by Mary Katrantzou (Look 23, F/W 2017 collection inspired by Walt Disney’s Fantasia), puffin resin clutch by JW Anderson, Kiki embellished suede platform knee-high boots by Marc Jacobs, and velvet cone princess hat with veil by CHANEL (Look 66, Métiers d’Art Pre-Fall 2021 ‘Le Château des Dames’).

A big thank you to the team on set, @metindemirhair and @saimesaime for the gorgeous clip-in bangs. Do you think I should cut my hair like this? I am pretty much tempted …

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht /  Beyza Babacan
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CHANEL and The Boat Race Company Ltd have announced the signing of a long-term partnership with CHANEL as Title Sponsor and official Timekeeping Partner. The 2025 event will become The CHANEL J12 Boat Race. 

The historic race between Oxford and Cambridge Universities was established nearly 200 years ago in 1829. It is the oldest major sporting event in the UK, with the dark and light ‘Blues’ crews of eight rowers pitted against each other on the River Thames every year in the Spring. 

The 2025 edition of The Women’s Boat Race and The Men’s Boat Race will take place on Sunday 13 April along the 4.25 miles of the Championship Course between Putney and Mortlake in London. The Boat Race is attended by over 250,000 spectators on the riverbank, broadcast live on the BBC, and watched by millions globally on television. It has become a treasured highlight in London’s sporting calendar. 

The long-term partnership is an expression of a shared philosophy, one of an uncompromising pursuit of excellence which relies on collective effort to succeed. Boat Race Day encapsulates the raison d’être of Oxford and Cambridge: to develop and showcase exceptional talent, in the same way the House of CHANEL supports outstanding creative expertise. 

CHANEL has had its roots in sport since it was founded in 1910. Inspired by sporting attire predominately worn by men of the time, Gabrielle Chanel was an active sportswoman herself and used materials such as jerseys, and tweeds and created trailblazing designs. These designs gave women the freedom of movement – to ride horses, cycle, and most importantly to choose how they dressed and who they wanted to be. 

CHANEL was the first luxury house to launch its own fragrance in 1921 and its own high jewellery collection in 1932. Decades later in 2000, CHANEL launched the iconic J12 unisex watch – the name inspired by the J Class 12-metre race boats from the early 20th century. 

The iconic J12 watch is produced in the ‘CHANEL Watch Manufacture’ in Switzerland and is powered by self-winding movements from the Swiss Manufacture Kenissi, co-owned by CHANEL. 

LoL, Sandra

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Following some requests, this post is dedicated to everything «mini». Zurich weather is so beautiful at the moment, that we can finally sport the mini skirts again. For chilly evenings, sport them with a cropped denim jacket that adds a bit of an edge to every outfit.

My look: Cropped denim hooded jacket by Alaïa, check-pattern knitted crop top, and matching buttoned gingham knitted mini skirt, both by Balmain, LV Link square sunglasses by Louis Vuitton, Aevitas pointy stud leather platform pumps by Versace, small logo bag in burgundy (S/S 2023,Look 44), and ring, both by CHANEL, and gold-tone, enamel and faux pearl clip earrings, by Saint Laurent.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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Back in sunny Zurich for a few days. My hometown is exceptionally beautiful as it is comes with a great mix of natural and urban landscapes. For this post I sported one of my favorite summer dresses this season together with my new CHANEL camera bag that I adore so much!

My look: Natura lace patch mini dress with cropped lace top by Zimmermann, sock booties with golden heels by Dior, camera bag in white by CHANEL, Courtney hat in sand and beige by Eugenia Kim, oval-frame gold-tone and tortoiseshell acetate sunglasses by Celine, and dotted shell gold-tone faux pearl clip earrings by Oscar de la Renta.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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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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Pink love – strolling through the secret gems inside the Byblos Saint Tropez, from Moroccan-style fountains to hidden gardens, the famous hotel invites you to discover the charm of the South of France.

My look: Pink belted cardigan with dark blue trompe-l’œil effect (Look 12 S/S 2021), soft pink slip dress, Chanel 19 bag in rose leather, tweed ballerinas, choker necklace for AirPods, and three long pearl necklaces, all by CHANEL, and embellished heart sunglasses by Gucci.

Fragrance: Comète – LES EXCLUSIFS DE CHANEL.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Michael HJ Lopez Photographie / Sandra Bauknecht
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Even that Johannesburg is presumably dangerous, walking around in Melrose Arch is pretty safe as it is gated and has a lot of security measurements. It has high-end shops, restaurants, and hotels. Given its premium status, it’s a fitting location for showcasing luxury brands such as Rolls-Royce, as well as having the armoured car service dealer just across.

My look: Cropped knitted cardigan, Sahara cropped stretch-knit top, and jacquard-knit wide-leg pants, all by Alaïa, Kate 100 suede pumps by Christian Louboutin, wallet on chain, bag charm earrings, necklace with pink bag charm, chain belt with hoop bag charm, and round sunglasses, all by CHANEL.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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For a fun day at Centre Court, I wore Polo Ralph Lauren’s classic, preppy style that aligns perfectly with Wimbledon’s traditional aesthetic.

My look: Wimbledon embroidered cotton-blend jersey bomber jacket, Wimbledon appliquéd embroidered cable-knit cotton vest, and chino cap in white and blue, all by Polo Ralph Lauren, dark blue sailor pants by Dior, pearl necklace, sunglasses, and tennis mini crossbody bag (Cruise 2023 runway), all by CHANEL, and white leather loafers by Prada.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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