The shoe of the season, Gucci‘s Princetown, comes now with a floral print, appliquéd patches and the gold-toned Horsebit. To die for as I find.
Happy Shopping!
LoL, Sandra
Princetown fur-lined jacquard slippers
Princetown embroidered slipper
Photos: Courtesy of Gucci
Stella McCartney’s pre-fall 2016 collection debuted in Los Angeles with a feline theme. At Gucci, an appropriately quirky-looking kitty decorates the must-have wool sweaters. At Charlotte Olympia the ‘Kitty‘ face has become the brand’s signature.
1 Printed silk dress by Stella McCartney
2 Cat Falabella cross-body bag by Stella McCartney
3 Embroidered striped wool and cashmere-blend sweater
by Gucci
4 Cat Ears rose gold-plated topaz ring by Aamaya By Priyanka
5 Mid-Century Kitty embroidered velvet point-toe flats by Charlotte Olympia
6 Kitty embellished Perspex clutch by Charlotte Olympia
Chevron cat-print long-sleeved top by Stella McCartney
Cat appliqué wool sweater by Gucci
Cat Ladies, meow, this pet is in big this upcoming season!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
Everybody will be talking about GUCCI’s embroidered denim jacket this season. And not only because Rihanna wore it recently in Los Angeles. The object of desire is from the brand’s pre-fall 2016 collection.
Personally speaking, I am anyway deeply impressed by Creative Director Alessandro Michele. With his appointment, the Italian House has gone to new strengths. Everywhere you look, you see the brand’s must-have pieces, on the streets or on many celebrities.
Embellishments, especially in the form of embroideries, play a very distinctive part in Michele’s collections. This denim jacket comes with a mix of birds, butterflies and flower applications. My favorite is the back where a huge tiger head graces the jacket along with the printed phrase graphics “l’aveugle par amour” which translates to “love is blind“. That, paired with a shearling lining, makes the piece an instant hit and will for sure turn heads this season.
TO SHOP THE EMBROIDERED DENIM JACKET, CLICK HERE PLEASE.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Gucci, Xposure
Great news, it is this time of the year: the sale has officially started and you can find amazing pieces that are marked down up to 50%. Below you can find my selection of my favorite 10 with a little explanation why I have chosen them.
Ruched knitted sweater by J.W.Anderson (40% off)
A great sweater for every day in a stunning colour combination.
Embroidered denim clutch by Marc Jacobs (30% off)
You will be the star at every 4th of July party.
Bandage mini dress by Hervé Léger (50% off)
A true classic in dark blue.
Embroidered wool-blend cardigan by Saint Laurent (30% off)
A fun cover-up for those rainy days and later for fall.
Suede knee boots by Gianvito Rossi (50% off)
Already an investment for the upcoming winter season.
Icon medium leather tote by Tom Ford (40% off)
If you get a Tom Ford bag on sale, you better do not hesitate.
Henrietta rabbit-fur felt hat by Maison Michel (30% off)
Couture millinery Maison Michel was founded in 1936 and is now owned by Chanel, do I need to explain more?
Embellished printed brocade pumps by Dolce & Gabbana (40% off)
With this discount, it feels good to add some color to your wardrobe.
Embellished bomber jacket by Saint Laurent (40% off)
A treasure from the runway.
Crystal embellished ring by Gucci (30% off)
Fashion jewelry by Gucci will stay a huge trend next season. This is an amazing opportunity to get it on sale.
I hope that I could inspire you a little… have fun shopping the sale!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
During last Gucci’s Cruise 2017 collection fashion show which took place on June 2, 2016 at the Cloisters of Westminster Abbey in London, UK, models wore the following timepieces that will surely be on every fashionista’s which list next season:
Le Marché des Merveilles, small 22mm size, carved antique gold colored case with rotating feline head cover, crown with pearl, white mother of pearl dial, carved antique gold colored rigid bangle, with interlocking G logo at both ends, case back with bee motif engraving, quartz movement.
G-Timeless, medium 38mm version, carved antique gold colored case, silver guilloche dial, antique gold colored indexes with different motifs: tiger, head, bee, star, triangle hear, see through case back with engraved bee on oscillating weight, carved antique gold colored bracelet, automatic movement. 
Transparent Plexiglas case with black-grey-black stripe, medium rectangle 40 x 24mm size, yellow gold colored skeleton dial, grey transparent Plexiglas bangle with yellow gold studs and printed gold bee motif, engraved bee motif on the case back, quartz movement.
TO SHOP GUCCI WATCHES, CLICK HERE PLEASE.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Gucci
Gucci leads the way in fashion’s current retro mood and I have never outgrown my love for pink, ruffles and a little sparkle.
My look: Pussy-bow silk and wool-blend crepe jacket and matching pleated skirt, feline earrings with crystals and Horsebit-detailed suede knee boots, all by Gucci, white blouse with ruffles by Prada, Sicily medium appliquéd embellished textured-leather tote by Dolce & Gabbana, diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery and Tonda 1950 Set Clarity watch by Parmigiani Fleurier.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Last week I was in Cannes for the Film Festival and attended some absolutely amazing events. One of them was an invite by Caroline Scheufele to join her for Chopard‘s annual grand soirée. This year’s «Wild» theme was taken literally and Diana Ross took the stage with an incredible performance in front of a digital waterfall and surrounded by thousands of palm trees that transformed the venue into a true wild jungle full of diamonds and jewels. Guests, among them Kate Moss, Petra Nemcova, Adriana Lima and Kendall Jenner, danced until late to the sounds of DJ Mark Ronson.
My look: Embroidered tulle dress, Dionysus medium embellished coated canvas shoulder bag and leather platform pumps, all by Gucci, diamond ring and bracelet, both by Vainard Fine Jewellery, «Tribale» earrings by Dior and Tonda 1950 Set Clarity watch by Parmigiani Fleurier.
The private dinner before the party took place at the gardens of Bâoli right next to the marquee especially set up for the occasion at Port Canto on the Croisette.
In a splendid luxurious setting filled with colourful and tropical flora and fauna, next to the models wearing Chopard’s latest Red Carpet creations and vividly coloured gowns by Elie Saab, Caroline Scheufele welcomed guests to her private dinner party.
Diana Ross rocking the stage.
With Kendall Jenner at the private dinner.
I hope you enjoyed my first impressions from this years’ film festival. More coming up soon!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
«Today is a good day», a mantra we should always tell ourselves. If we feel comfortable in our skin, it is most likely to be a great one. So let’s start with the perfect outfit in the morning. Here you see me on my way to the Bulgari fragrance presentation at Shui Tang in Zurich’s Niederdorf (click here for the previous post) happy as a bug… as I really love my new shoes!
My look: Eska cut-out leather seamed drape dress by Tibi, nude cardigan with elbow patches by Prada, belted leather jacket and fringed cracked-leather pumps, both by Gucci, Cara Delevingne studded leather backpack
by Mulberry, «Dior Split» sunglasses and «Tribale» earrings, both by Dior.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Sending you many kisses with today’s outfit post! Wear your lipstick not on your lips, but on your clothes and accessories. Too cool… and at least a little fun in this rainy weather.
My look: Wool toggle coat by Gucci, printed silk crepe de chine shirt and Monogramme lipstick printed textured-leather clutch, both by Saint Laurent, leather and jersey leggings
by Givenchy, ankle boots with zipper by Prada, pearl earrings by Chanel and Horsebit blue topaz diamond white gold ring
by Gucci Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
During my trip to Cuba with CHANEL, I went on a Hemingway tour, following the footsteps of one of the worlds greatest writers.
My look: Denim top and matching culottes, both by Stella McCartney, Tian slip-on sneakers and Soho mini textured-leather shoulder bag
, both by Gucci, sunglasses by Chanel, Portofino Midsize Automatic watch with diamonds and grey alligator bracelet by IWC Schaffhausen and Double C diamond black lacquer white gold ring by Cartier.
First stop was Finca Vigía, the only «real home» the author had in his lifetime. The house is located in a small, modest suburb of Havana named San Francisco de Paula, not too far from the capital city. Today it is a museum. You can only see the rooms from the outside looking inside the windows. It is very impressive to see the place where many masterpieces were written. In the garden there is even a small cemetery where Hemingway had buried his favorite dogs.
Second stop was the charming fishing village Cojímar that was the background for one of Hemingway’s most important works «The Old Man and the Sea» that is based on a real character living in town. The writer came here often by boat and had drinks at the local bar La Terraza. Today, one table with a stunning view from the seaside dining room is still reserved honoring Hemingway. For true literature aficionados, it’s a must see visit.
«But man is not made for defeat. A man can be destroyed but not defeated.»
– Ernest Hemingway
Last stop of my Hemingway Cuba tour was El Floridita, a lovely bar in the center of Havana where the writer enjoyed many of the world’s famous daiquiris. Right to the left when you enter, you will find a life-sized bronze statue of Hemingway leaning his elbow on the mahogany countertop remembering their well-known guest.
On my Hemingway tour Cuba I have learned al lot about the writer’s past and his relationship with the Caribbean country and I can only recommend it! I feel blessed to have experienced the country before it will loose its old-world charm.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
