Today’s post is dedicated to one of my favorite Caribbean islands: St. Barths. It offers everything, from peaceful moments to glamorous times,from fantastic restaurants to great beaches and amazing water. Not to forget the landing. Arriving on the island in one of those small planes is truly legendary as Gustaf III airport on St. Barths is one of the most dangerous airports in the world.
Here you see me leaving from my boutique hotel, the Manapany (Uma Thurman stayed there at the same time), to the Cheval Blanc (which is owned by the LVMH group) for lunch.
My look: Colourful bikini
, matching pareo and clutch, all by Emilio Pucci, suede and wooden clogs by Miu Miu, cuff by Stella McCartney, diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery, pearl embellished sunglasses, necklace and earrings, both by Chanel.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Generally speaking, sequins got a huge upgrade during the last seasons, they are definitely no longer for the night time party girls only, they look sophisticated for the office, your shopping trip or wherever you like to go. Sequins can easily transition from day and night and don’t forget they provide an instant light on your face! I wore this dress in Los Angeles during the day (for the previous post, please click here) and yesterday in Sardinia at Forte Village for a night out dancing.
My look: Daga sequined bandage dress (30% off now) by Hervé Léger, Bianca metallic elaphe sandals and beaded bracelet, both by Saint Laurent, patchwork clutch by Prada, Limelight Gala watch by Piaget and diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
Don’t let anyone dull your sparkle! Shine on!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
As you already know, I am on vacation in Sardinia, staying at the beautiful Forte Village resort in the Villa del Parco hotel which is surrounded by lush gardens and a magic forest. Curly hair, only a little lipgloss, then you know, I am on holidays…
When it comes to travelling, I love to pack Missoni and Hervé Léger because both brands make clothes that are timeless, don’t wrinkle and are easy to stuff in a suitcase. Can you imagine that I bought this dress around 12 years ago?!
My look: Multicolored dress by Missoni, gold-plated multi-stone necklace by Etro, Anita fringed suede shoulder bag and beaded leather sandals, both by Saint Laurent, diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery and Limelight Gala watch by Piaget.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Normcore… perfect boring, special normal – whatever you want to name it, there’s no getting away from fashion’s fascination with the mundane lately. Trend leader CHANEL kicked off the style last winter with its supermarket inspired collection and created the perfect pedestrian look –throw on leggings, trainers and a big easy coat. It’s all in the luxe twist. Minimal effort required.
My look: College coat by Saint Laurent, flared crepe skirt by Balenciaga, crystal embellished biker boots by Miu Miu, pink cut-out sweater, shearling bag, candy necklace and chain and padlock necklace, all by Chanel. Diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
Let’s just hope that we will get some sunshine soon to finally wear our new summer pieces. It’s time to store coats and boots!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Here is the outfit that I wore to film the trailer for the last Spotlight episode that aired last night. I had already worn this colorful dress in St. Kitts during my stay at the beautiful Belle Mont Farm hotel, the first five-star hotel on Kittitian Hill.
My look: Caroline asymmetric printed silk and crepe dress by Stella McCartney, Bianca metallic elaphe sandals and Betty Medium Chain leather shoulder bag, both by Saint Laurent, diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery and pearl earrings by Chanel.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Everyone is fighting a battle when it comes to getting your hands on THE camouflage jacket this season. For all style warriors among you, mix and match it with floral prints and different colors and you’ll win the war in a second.
My look: Leather-trimmed printed cotton-gabardine jacket, floral-print crepe mini dress, fringed Monogram bag in gold, brown belt 
and Janis pumps in red leather with studded sole and python heel, all by Saint Laurent. Necklace by Chanel and diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Last week’s outfit to have dinner with my girlfriends at Razzia restaurant in Zurich was the perfect example of how easy it is to change a look just with heels, a clutch and a great blazer. Click here for a previous post to see how the top and the jeans look different when worn together with some flats and a backpack.
My look: Leopard jacquard blazer, Paris leopard-print leather pumps and Classic Monogramme printed leather clutch, all by Saint Laurent, ruffle peplum top by Alexander McQueen, mid-rise skinny jeans by Dolce & Gabbana, pearl embellished sunglasses by Chanel and diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Last week started off terribly. My mail system and my iPhone both broke at the same time. Great news for an editor-in-chief and a blogger, especially when it happens while travelling and you cannot access anything or do something about it. So I thought “whatever” and tried to make the best out of it… time to sport the sequined gun bag!
My look: Denim vest and sequined gun shoulder bag, both by Saint Laurent, lace and gingham sweater dress 
by Carven, Monogram scarf by Louis Vuitton, suede and ostrich thigh boots by Emilio Pucci, Limelight Gala watch by Piaget and diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Being in my favorite city, Los Angeles, always makes me happy. Therefore I was over the moon when Smashbox (in Switzerland available at Marionnaud) invited me to come here for a truly amazing experience that I will tell you all about.
The first night I had dinner at Chateau Marmont. Here you see me leaving my hotel, Sunset Tower, which is right around the corner.
My look: Lampion dress, leather waist belt, platform shoes and stingray clutch, all by Azzedine Alaïa, Limelight Gala watch and rose diamond ring, both by Piaget, diamond ring and bracelet by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
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LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
This was the outfit I wore to the launch event of The No Animal Brand at Jelmoli in Zurich. Shearling has been a huge trend this F/W 2014 season and Prada’s colorful designs are the best way to sport the fuzzy style. Oversized and extremely comfortable, Mrs Prada delivered sheepskin jackets in psychedelic seventies colours, that brighten up every grey winter day.
My look: Shearling jacket by Prada, leather biker vest, lips print blouse with open back, red skinny stretch-leather pants and red ankle boots, all by Saint Laurent, shearling bag by Chanel, red lace bra by Victoria’s Secret, earrings by Dior and diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
