Tonight, I attended the ERDEM x H&M pre-shopping event in Zurich at the brand’s flagship store on Bahnhofstrasse 92. I was very honored to wear this stunning look from the designer collaboration as one of the first ones. The collection is truly beautiful, lots of stunning pieces, don’t miss them!
My look: Fake fur leopard print coat, floral dress, crocodile printed leather handle bag with Swarovski crystals, floral stockings and bow earrings, all by Erdem x H&M. Rockstud leather pumps by Valentino.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Remy Steiner / Getty Images for H&M
© Sandra Bauknecht (Thanks to my daughter for taking them!)
Florals are a springtime given. Get yourself in a garden state of mind with lush, colorful botanical prints that work for fashion parties, business meetings and many other occasions. I love the bohemian vibe of this look – potent blooms at their best, available at FAHIONVESTIS.
My look: Floral dress and white shrug, both by Philosophy by Lorenzo Serafini, leather appliqué cowboy boots by Roberto Cavalli, embellished bag by Chanel, necklace by Chloé, «Tribale» earrings by Dior and Tonda 1950 Set Clarity watch by Parmigiani Fleurier.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
I have been in love with this floral dress the minute I saw it on the Saint Laurent F/W 2013 runway and Anna dello Russo obviously had the same moment. Here, she shows how the punk and grunge trend works in perfection this season without loosing femininity.
Get her look: Silk-chiffon printed dress, plaid wool shirt and studded leather boots, all by Saint Laurent.
LoL, Sandra
I started my crazy road trip through the US in the city in which I had lived for 2 years: Beautiful CHICAGO. It always feels so great to be back, seeing your friends, wallowing in memories and going to your favourite restaurants (Gibsons, Le Colonial, NoMI at the Park Hyatt and RL Restaurant at the gigantic Ralph Lauren store). The weather was amazing and I enjoyed going for a stroll through downtown.
My look: Mint green collarless jacket (50% off on sale), floral printed dress (50% off on sale), both by Marni, leather and chain bracelet, “Lucky Clover” earrings and necklace, mint green ballet flats, sky-blue Marcie hobo bag, all by Chloé and glitter sunglasses by Miu Miu.
By the way, the crowds weren’t waiting for me. The presidential family had lunch at Gibsons at the same time we had. Enjoy some shots of this wonderful city.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Blake Lively was spotted at the set of Gossip Girl sporting the gorgeous Fendi Chameleon bag that should definitely be on your radar. Available in many different versions and colour combinations, it has already become a fashion classic.
Get Blake’s look:
Textured black trench coat by Yves Saint Laurent (30% off), Wisteria printed silk-satin and silk-twill dress by Preen, fine-knit cashmere cardigan by Gucci, gems studded leather gloves by Mulberry, sky-blue cashmere scarf by Burberry, black leather knee boots by Christian Louboutin and Chameleon bag by Fendi (see my favourites versions below):
Perforated Chameleon leather tote by Fendi
Tri-colour Chameleon bag by Fendi
Chameleon textured cotton tote by Fendi
Classic black Chameleon leather tote by Fendi
Really one is spoilt for choice!
LoL, Sandra
As you already know, it was the weekend of weddings. Kate and Charlene tied the knot and two of my girlfriends as well. This was my outfit for Friday’s wedding reception and cocktail party that took place in Zurich.
Dress by Stella McCartney, Boots by Gucci, (both now on sale, to shop just click on the tiny photos), Gold Clutch by Chanel (the one that Carrie wore in Sex and the City 2), Wide Bracelet and Earrings by Christian Dior, Snake Bracelet by Roberto Cavalli, Watch by Roger Dubuis.
I hope that you like it!
Happy 4th of July to my US readers! Would love to be there…
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Go bold at cocktail hour with a red statement dress. Everything floral, like prints or applications, is essential this summer. My winner is this bright-red strapless silk mini dress with pleats and oversized flowery ruffles by Stella McCartney. This show-stopping runway style deserves center stage; slip on some gorgeous sandals (mine are the Fendi ones from the show) and keep the accessories simple.
If you don`t want to spend so much on such an eyecatching dress that everybody will remember you in, the smocked version from the H&M Garden Collection in organic cotton with a floral pattern is a great choice. The price (£29.99, $39.95, €39.95) is very attractive and like that you can`t go wrong.
To the Ladies in Red!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht and Courtesy of Stella McCartney and H&M