The retro one-piece swimsuit feels so right again. Better than ever, those new offerings are really fun, and could double as bodysuits. You can style them with pants or tailored jackets to the office or with hot pants to the next festival.
In the end, they will accompany us through the summer, reminding us of beaches we’ve lain on, and boats we’ve jumped off. Enjoy and channel your own Baywatch moment.
LoL, Sandra
One-shoulder ruffled printed swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz
Wrap-effect button-embellished printed swimsuit by Balmain
Printed swimsuit by Gucci
Lacy swimsuit by Cynthia Rowley
Amari Swiss-dot tulle-paneled ruffled swimsuit by Zimmermann
Old Smoky Moonshine embellished cutout swimsuit by Johanna Ortiz
Scared Heart print swimsuit by Dolce & Gabbana
Printed swimsuit by Balmain
Printed swimsuit by Fendi
Leopard-print swimsuit by Dolce & Gabbana
Sparkling swimsuit with zebra print by Gucci
Mare striped sequined swimsuit by Missoni
Dakotta slashed swimsuit by Agent Provocateur
One-shoulder button-embellished cutout swimsuit by Balmain
Printed swimsuit by Versace
Ruffled swimsuit by Emilio Pucci
Allia floral print swimsuit by Zimmermann
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
Last night, I attended the gala dinner of the Creative Women Conference, held at the newly opened Parklane Luxury Collection Resort & Spa in Limassol. My last days were filled with amazing conversations and encounters for which I am truly thankful. Before I will tell you more about this international conference for entrepreneurial women, I wanted to share my first outfit post from Cyprus. Lilac head-to-toe is a big trends for F/W 2019.
My look: Garcelle ruffled cotton-blend lace gown by Erdem, Amore bow belt
by Dolce & Gabbana, vintage lilac sandals and matching bag with butterfly clasp, both by Valentino, 
crystal embellished butterfly earrings by Miu Miu, and cuff by Chanel.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Please don’t mow my lawn – how funny and peculiar are those thongs and slide sandals? Designed to resemble a vibrant floral garden, Dolce & Gabbana‘s S/S 2019 must-have footwear pieces are saturated in artificial grass with blooming flowers sprouting across the vamps and a logo-printed rubber sole. Slip them on while lounging poolside or just to astonish your neighbours.
To shop the slides, click here
and to shop the thongs, click here please.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Dolce & Gabbana
Never rest – keep rising. Publishing an online magazine means you never have a free day. You have to upload new content on a daily base. Funnily enough, I never had a day where I didn’t know what to write about. It is more that I don’t find the time to feature everything I like. I love what I do and therefore I do it often.
In terms of fashion, I adore the pajama trend. Face it, everyone loves something cozy to go to work, or for just running errands. The velvet material makes it look stylish while being comfortable.
My look: Embroidered velvet shirt and matching velvet straight-leg pants, both by Mira Mikati, Pineapple jacquard pumps with mouse face by Gucci and embroidered book tote by Dior. Gold-plated Swarovski crystal clip earrings by Dolce & Gabbana, 18K diamond nameplate necklace by Louis Vuitton, daisy necklace and Mitza ring, both by Dior Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Today it is International Women’s Day (IWD), a focal point in the movement for women’s rights, a day to celebrate womanhood. Let’s all be confident today and wear something fun that makes us feel good. I am looking forward to spending the evening among my best girlfriends, who always support and inspire me, who make me smile, whom I admire.
My look: Armonia checked wool-blend and cotton-gabardine trench coat and Nina leather tote in cognac, both by Gabriela Hearst, Philly pleated cloqué midi dress by Emilia Wickstead, embellished satin pumps by Miu Miu, and «DG hands» limited edition sunglasses by Dolce & Gabbana.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
’90s-inspired hair accessories have been everywhere recently, and those pieces below will add just the right amount of retro style to any outfit. From scrunchies to hair clips, and hair bows, all look equally as good with a high bun as they do with a messy low ponytail. Here is your chance to satisfy your inner tween without letting her take over completely.
LoL, Sandra
Vintage logo hair barrette by Chanel
Crystal-embellished silver-plated hair clip by Dolce & Gabbana
Vara hair clip by Salvatore Ferragamo
Vintage CC hair barrette by Chanel
Kennedy bow-shaped cotton-faille hair clip by Emilia Wickstead
Velvet hair bow by Jennifer Behr
Set of two Kelly glittered resin hair clips by Valet
Pearl logo hair tie by Chanel
Mallory floral-print silk-twill hair crunchie by Eugenia Kim
Rockstud leather hairclip by Valentino
Charron check scrunchie by Ganni
Velvet hair scrunchie by Jennifer Behr
Satin headband by Prada
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
On my birthday, I love being surrounded by my close girlfriends who surprised me with a spontaneous birthday lunch. Honestly I should call it all-day-lunch as we went on until 6.30pm! I feel blessed to have such amazing women in my life. Thank you to everyone who made my day so special!
My look: Stokes geometric faux-fur coat by Mary Katrantzou, pleated jacquard-knit wool-blend skirt, long sleeve top, and eyelet-embellished leather waist belt, all by Alaïa, Cardinale stretch-suede knee boots by Dolce & Gabbana, bead and acetate clip earrings by Oscar de la Renta, «16» bag by Celine, necklace, brooch and bracelet, all by Chanel.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
The second chapter of The Only One story. As though enveloped in a sensual red veil, The Only One 2 builds on the floriental legacy of The Only One line with an intoxicating new scent, suffused with fruity red notes. The Only One’s iconic signature of coffee and violet is reimagined with powdery red roses, the symbol of love and seduction.
Top Notes: Red Berries, Pear and Freesia
Middle Notes: Red Rose Superessence, Violet and Coffee
Base Notes: Tonka Bean and Patchouli
Sparkling like the gems adorning Dolce&Gabbana’s Alta Gioielleria collections, the flacon is reinvented with the hue and lustre of a faceted ruby. The bottle recalls the same iconic color of love and desire as the red ingredients of the fragrance within.
In the colorful campaign shot by the Morelli Brothers in an original trattoria in Trastevere in Rome, British actress Emilia Clarke embodies a modern, empowered woman.
CHF 81.00 (30ml), CHF 115.20 (50ml) and CHF 160.00 (100ml). Available in March 2019.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Dolce & Gabbana
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Friday’s dress code «Parisian Chic – Je Ne Regrette Rien» for the amazing ASW Winter Weekend in Gstaad was so much fun. I went through my closet and put together some vintage and new pieces for this Cancan-style outfit. The tights incorporated excessive glitz that you cannot see so well on the pictures. I hope that you like it as much as I do.
My look: Vintage bustier with a theatrical Parisian print of the late 19th century by Dolce & Gabbana, stretch-knit high-waisted panties by Prada, Cassandre small suede shoulder bag by Saint Laurent, burlesque can-can style boots by Louis Vuitton, feather boa by Dior, grape colored feather brooch by Christopher Kane, feather-embellished velvet headband by Prada, Jennifer glitter net tights by Wolford, Eiffel tower pearl earrings, multi-strand pearl body chain necklace and lace sleeves, all by Chanel, rose diamond ring by Piaget.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © David Biedert Photography
«One shoe can change your life.» – Cinderella
A must for 2019 – live the modern fairytale with these pumps that reference the fragility of Cinderella’s glass slippers in a contemporary context. They’re crafted with a high heel and flattering point toe, then made of or at least covered with PVC for protection from the wear and tear of a night on the dancefloor – a striking statement on freeing women from constraints.
LoL, Sandra
Cinderella crystal-embellished PVC pumps by Dolce & Gabbana
Embellished PU pumps by Stella McCartney
Crystal-buckle PVC and lamé pumps by Midnight 00
Shell polka-dot PVC and tulle pumps by Midnight 00
Shell metallic PVC pumps by Midnight 00
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
