I am so in love with the new Gucci collections created by Alessandro Michele. Playful, feminine and in keeping with the motto «more is more», those pieces are absolute eyecatchers.
My look: Cotton-blend green lace dress, Linea G 2 leather-trimmed canvas shoulder bag
, embellished leather mid-heel loafers, gold-tone crystal bracelet, double wrap ring with tiger heads, Tiger head ring with black enamel, wide band in metal and drop flower earrings with green crystals
, all by Gucci. Tank Américaine in yellow gold with diamonds by Cartier, and «Dior Split» sunglasses by Dior.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
I had come back from Havana right on time for Mother’s Day. My daughter really spoilt me on Sunday and I am so proud to be her mum. To celebrate the occasion, I chose this outfit as Dolce & Gabbana’s collections are often celebrating the Italian famiglia and the print on my skirt is based on drawings by the designers’ nieces and nephews.
My look: Neon pink silk top by Balenciaga, printed silk-satin midi skirt and Sicily medium appliquéd embellished textured-leather tote, both by Dolce & Gabbana, feather-winged suede sandals by Edgardo Osorio for Salvatore Ferragamo, feline earrings with crystals by Gucci, bangles by Chanel, Tank Américaine in yellow gold with diamonds by Cartier, ring «Mitza» by Dior Haute Joaillerie and Croco Tail sunglasses by Fendi.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
I love the feeling when the new season is approaching and you get to wear your newest closet additions for the first time. Those jeans have immediately become my favorites.
My look: Duffle coat by Saint Laurent, wool embroidered sweater with colored zippers, matching T-shirt and GG floral print top handle bag, all by Gucci, printed mid-rise slim boyfriend jeans and faux leather platform brogues, both by Stella McCartney, Croco Tail sunglasses by Fendi, Horsebit blue topaz diamond white gold ring by Gucci Fine Jewellery and Tonda 1950 Set Clarity watch by Parmigiani Fleurier.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Two weeks ago, I flew to New York for the 110th anniversary celebration of Montblanc. It was freezing cold when I landed. I stayed at the PIERRE hotel on the Upper East Side, a perfect location, very close to the Central Park, where those photos were taken.
My look: Wool toggle coat by Gucci, key embroidered cardigan, matching sweater and scarf, all by Dolce & Gabbana, Maria high-rise skinny jeans by J Brand, biker boots by Miu Miu, The Falabella medium faux brushed-leather shoulder bag by Stella McCartney and sunglasses by Chanel.
Now, two weeks later I am back in the Big Apple for the opening party of Hublot‘s gigantic Fifth Avenue store. The sun is shining and it feels like summer. I am staying again at the PIERRE hotel and enjoy a spectacular view over the city.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Below you can enjoy GUCCI’s new campaign for pre-fall 2016, photographed by Glen Luchford. The photos are set in a glass-domed tropical aviary where wild plants and wandering flamingos move freely across patterned rugs and among piles of old books. The images portray an energetic, emotional, surreal riot of colours, textures and movement, recalling the spirit of many of the House’s new flora and fauna-based prints. In this chaotic and cluttered wonderland, more is definitely more. My mantra!
Personally speaking, I am drooling over the pink Sylvie bag, the cat embellished sweaters and shiny pleated skirts. Another collection that is to die for!
Bravo, Alessandro Michele, you are getting better and better!
To visit the GUCCI website click HERE please.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Gucci
Comfy, cozy but shine! You can cherish the simply things in daily life with a smile on your face that makes the world around you sparkle… Let your new season wardrobe shine with the help of shimmery clothing items and accessories for the transition season.
My look: Leopard print coat, textured sweater, knitted leggings, ribbed snood and gold-tone coin necklace, all by Dolce & Gabbana, Bamboo Shopper medium textured-leather tote by Gucci, ring «Mitza» by Dior Haute Joaillerie and suede boots by Balmain.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
«Believe you can and you are halfway there.»
– Theodore Roosevelt
I wore those Chloé pieces to the PKZ party last Thursday in Zurich. You can call them already vintage as they are from 2007. Wine improves with age and some clothes do as well. I remember buying them on a trip with a girlfriend to Paris before I started my blog. I believed I could and I did. Never give up, be kind and always believe in yourself, that’s the recipe! And of course don’t be stuck, always add something new… in this case the bag and the boots.
My look: Curry colored short jacket, ruffled white blouse and jumpsuit, all by Chloé, Rockstud leather-trimmed knee boots by Valentino and Soho mini textured-leather shoulder bag by Gucci and earrings by Miu Miu.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Last picture at the PKZ event: © David Biedert Photography
Today is International Women’s Day! It’s time to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of us women. Yet let’s also be aware that this tremendous progress has slowed in many places across the world, so urgent action is needed to accelerate gender parity.
«Here is to good women, may we know them, may we be them, may we raise them.»
In honor of International Women’s Day, LUISAVIAROMA
provides you with this special promotion code: MDLSUK. Spend more and save more: 10% OFF $500, or 15% OFF $1000.
Applies to select full price products only. Excludes fine jewelry and items tagged ‘permanent‘ and ‘essential‘. This code is valid from now until March 16, 2016 (23:59 CET).
Get the look with 15% off: Pink dress with ruffles by Gucci, book clutch by Olympia Le Tan, pumps by Gianvito Rossi and leather bracelet by Salvatore Ferragamo.
Keep your dreams big and your aspirations high… Happy International Women’s Day!
LoL, Sandra
This season, individuality plays an important role in fashion. Unfortunately, David Bowie has died but his inspirational looks will stay alive forever. Being a sartorial chameleon, he used clothing to create a wide variety of different personas. Instead of adhering to conventions, he pushed boundaries and trail-blazed trends that influenced fans, runways and celebrities. In order to remember his iconic presence, I put together this amazing outfit. It’s Friday, let’s get inspired!
Get the look: Embellished striped wool and linen-blend and leather bomber jacket by Saint Laurent, guipure lace and mesh-paneled cotton-blend poplin shirt by Christopher Kane, Dysart metallic stretch-leather skinny pants by Isabel Marant, embellished metallic leather sandals and Dionysus supreme embroidered bag, both by Gucci.
Happy Weekend!
LoL, Sandra
Stills: Courtesy of the Brands
A new trend, yet so old. The traditional Moroccan slippers has taken the runways. So it’s without a doubt that the pointed-toe babouche is the new It-shoe of 2016. Shown in Céline’s Resort 2016 and already in many other Pre-fall 2016 collections, the style comes with an elongated toe and easily slips on.
Worn by the French nobility in the 16th century, as well as by bedouins, this traditional footwear can still be found today in many North African markets in bright colors with ornaments and embellishments. So it might be worth investing in a quick trip to Morocco.
The must-have version is Céline‘s babouche slipper with a single buckled strap across the neck of the foot. In stores now for CHF 660.00.
Or choose from this amazing selection below:
1 Jacno leather slippers by Pierre Hardy
2 Sabine suede and leather slippers by Rag & Bone
3 Lynda embellished slippers by Oscar de la Renta
4 Embellished raffia-trimmed leather slippers by Toga
5 Louie leather slippers by 3.1 Phillip Lim
6 Horsebit-detailed goat hair slippers by Gucci
7 Tian Princetown horsebit-detailed printed coated canvas slippers by Gucci
8 Embellished velvet slippers by Dolce & Gabbana
9 Chips embellished satin slippers by Roger Vivier
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
