My Look: Missoni Chill

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After my summer holidays in Ibiza, I came back completely chilled and relaxed. But as usual you have to run some errands due to an empty fridge. Here you see me at Sihlcity in Zurich. Comfortable, with the ease of a never-ending beach time, this jumpsuit is not only perfect for vacations in hot climates, but also for a stroll through the city.

My look: Diamantino Rilievo crochet-knit jumpsuit iconby MissoniAlice leather sandals with pearls by Saint Laurent, blue suede fringe shoulder bag iconby Gucci, Rome Sports chronograph in turquoise by Jacques LemansDouble C diamond black lacquer white gold ring by Cartier and diamond bracelet by Vainard Fine Jewellery.

On my toe nails: 575 Wonderland by Dior
On my finger nails: 625 Secret by Chanel (In stores end of August 2014).

LoL, Sandra

Sandra Bauknecht in Missoni Jumpsuit 4

Saint Laurent sandals

Jacques Lemans Watch turquoise 3

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Gucci Fringed Bag

Vainard Fine Jewellery Diamond Bracelet - Cartier Ring

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Vainard Fine Jewelry Diamond Bracelet

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Saint Laurent Alice Sandals

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht

40 Hours in Marrakesh

Sandra Bauknecht in Marrakesh for 40 Hours

Last weekend, I was invited to a very special birthday celebration, a trip and memories that I will treasure forever. My readers who have followed me since the beginning, might remember the amazing 40 hours in Venice for my friend Dan’s 40th birthday in 2011. Now it was time to get together for his wife Mel’s big day.

When I arrived at the airport, none of the guests had any idea where we would fly to. The boarding pass said to Dummy City and when we entered the amazing private jet, everyone was speculating where it would take us. After a fun 3.5 hours flight, we landed in a fairy tale of one and one thousands nights in Marrakesh. The magic red city, where the legends of the Orient still feel alive. And my outfit couldn’t have been a better match…

My look: Dotted silk cardigan and matching top, both by Dolce & Gabbanatransparent black plissée harem pantsicon by Gucci, Boy bag with chains and metallic patent phone holder, both by Chanel, Alice leather sandals with pearls by Saint Laurent, Limelight Gala watch and rose diamond ring by Piaget, Hapi leather bracelet by Hermès.

Stay tuned for more from this weekend coming up soon…

LoL, Sandra

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Marrakesh air

Mel 40hours

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Chanel Bag with Chains

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Chanel cellphone bag

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Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht

My Look: Dots, Stripes and Diamonds

Sandra Bauknecht-Dots, Stripes and Diamonds

While being in Cannes for the 67th Film Festival, I visited Chopard‘s rooftop terrace at the Hotel Martinez to explore the stunning Haute Joaillerie Red Carpet Collection 2014. The glamourous stars of the Cinecittà studios in Rome inspired the breathtaking jewelry pieces Caroline Scheufele designed this year. 67 unique creations bring back the voluptuous beauty of the actresses who lit up the heyday Italian cinema of the 1950’s and 1960’s.

Funnily enough, my outfit matched the decor and the amazing sapphires and diamonds perfectly. Isn’t that a sign?!

My look: Ruffle-trimmed striped ribbed-knit sweater and ruffle-trimmed polka-dot stretch-twill skinny pants, both by Emanuel Ungaroblue suede fringe shoulder bag by Gucci and chunky turquoise suede sandals by Prada.

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Chopard watch-2

Diamonds Chopard, Stripes Ungaro

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Red carpet Collection Chopard 10

Here you see the highlight of the Red Carpet Collection 2014: the “Riviera” Necklace in 18ct white gold fully set with diamonds. This masterpiece required over 1000 hours of craftsmanship and totals over 100 carats of brilliant cut, marquise cut and rose cut pear shaped diamonds.

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Gucci bag Fringes

Sandra Bauknecht with Red Carpet Collection

This amazing sapphire and diamond necklace doesn’t have a name yet. The lucky owner will get to baptize it. More from Cannes to be posted soon…

LoL, Sandra

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Ruffles Ungaro Pants

Red Carpet Collection Chopard

Ungaro Outfit

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht

The Top 15 Runway Trends for F/W 2014

Fashion Trends for F:W 2014 Cover

As we all know, fashion trends can be difficult to keep up with. In an industry where one color, fabric or print can be crazily hot one season and totally out the next, there’s no doubt that following is no easy task. Not to worry, I am here to help you looking chic all year long! Scroll through my forecast for what styles will be on everyone’s shopping list this F/W 2014 season.

Capes, ponchos, fur, feathers and shearling, the collections are all about wrapping up against the cold. Get ready to ward off Winter’s grip in khaki hues, Sixties prints and flashes of shining gold. Enjoy!

LoL, Sandra

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F/W 2014 TREND 1: SWEET SIXTIES
Miu Miu – Gucci – Dsquared²

Suits FW 2014 _ Runway Trends

F/W 2014 TREND 2: SUITS
Hermès – Christian Dior – Ralph Lauren Collection

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F/W 2014 TREND 3: MILITARY KHAKI
Calvin Klein Collection – Isabel Marant – Balmain

Knitwear FW2014-Fashion Trend

F/W 2014 TREND 4: HEAD TO TOE KNITS
Stella McCartney – Céline – Marc Jacobs

Argyle Sweaters Fashion Trend FW2014

F/W 2014 TREND 5: ARGYLE SWEATERS
Louis Vuitton – Maison Martin Margiela – Tommy Hilfiger

Fashion Trend FW2014 Feline

F/W 2014 TREND 6: FELINE
Carven – Givenchy – Sportmax

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F/W 2014 TREND 7: OPTICAL ILLUSIONS
Matthew Williamson – Bottega Veneta – Dries Van Noten

Team Players FW2014 Runway Trend

F/W 2014 TREND 8: TEAM PLAYERS
Tom Ford – DKNY – Jeremy Scott

Shearling FW 2014-Fashion Trend

F/W 2014 TREND 9: SHEARLING
Anthony Vaccarello – Prada – Christopher Kane

Fancy Furs Fashion Trend FW2014

F/W 2014 TREND 10: FANCY FURS
Versace – Emilio Pucci – Chloé

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F/W 2014 TREND 11: PONCHOS
Roberto Cavalli – Burberry Prorsum – Etro

Capes FW2014-Runway Trends

F/W 2014 TREND 12: CAPES
Dolce & Gabbana – Elie Saab – Valentino

Golden Girls Fashion Trends FW2014

F/W 2014 TREND 13: GOLDEN GIRLS
Just Cavalli – Saint Laurent – Moschino

Birds

F/W 2014 TREND 14: BIRDS
Emanuel Ungaro – Marni – Alberta Ferretti

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F/W 2014 TREND 15: BLACK VELVET
Emporio Armani – Chanel – Nina Ricci

Photos: Via Style.com

Mesh-ing Around With You

Meshing Around With you

Sportswear is a huge trend this S/S 2014 season and its stroke of sheer genius is mesh, wether it is seen on a sporty top, a sultry dress – or a sophisticated pair of heels. Nothing seems quite as fresh as a this airy material that is revealing parts of your skin. You can dress it up or keep it simple –  yet you will be sure to turn fashion heads this season.

Here are some suggestions for you to shop:

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Leather, suede and mesh sneakers iconby Karl Lagerfeld
Dunstable techno-mesh coat iconby Belstaff
Bandage and mesh dress by Hervé Leger
Mesh-paneled stretch-jersey top iconby McQ Alexander McQueen
Embellished cloqué and mesh top iconby 3.1 Phillip Lim
6 Suede and mesh ankle bootsicon by Alaïa
Embroidered honeycomb-mesh skirt iconby Lela Rose

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Courtesy of the Brands

My Look: So Fresh!

Sandra Bauknecht in Dolce & Gabbana Temple Print

It is raining outside, but who cares?! I love to incorporate my new season pieces into my wardrobe before the warm temperatures hit the city.

My look: Printed jacquard tunic top and coin earrings, both by Dolce & Gabbanafloral-print silk-faille mini shorts iconby Miu Miublue suede fringe shoulder bag and overknee boots, both iconby Gucci. Diorette ring by Dior Haute Joaillerie.

LoL, Sandra

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Tunic Dolce & Gabbana back

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Greek motif Dolce & Gabbana Tunic

Gucci Fringed Suede Bag

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Dolce & Gabbana Tunic Back

Gucci Overknee Boots Kopie

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht

Must-Have S/S 2014: The Fringed Bag

The Fringed Bag SS2014

Fringe — it’s everywhere! Swingy fringed bags are making a huge comeback this S/S 2014 season. Of course, the trend never really goes away for long. Now, it is time to decide wether you will go for a boho version (Gucci) or opt for extreme sophistication (Fendi).
The variety of fringe is endless:

1 Fringed macramé and leather clutch iconby The Row
2 Scarab fringed textured-leather clutch iconby Valentino
3 Fringed suede shoulder bag iconby Gucci
Fringed intrecciato leather clutch iconby Bottega Veneta
Sella small fringed leather bowling bag by Tod’s
Fringe detail velvet Baguette bag iconby Fendi

Which one is your favorite? I couldn’t resist the Valentino one…

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Courtesy of the Brands

Beach Bum

Beach Bum

This summer, you should take inspiration from sportswear for your beach attire and spice it up with some tribal details. Just make sure that your approach is completely luxurious. I recommend straps wrapped around your waist and vibrant prints. Accessories such as sunglasses, hats or embellished hair slides take your day in the sand to the next level of style. Use some bronzer for a sun kissed glow and add texture to your beach waves. Below is your shopping list:

Wings printed jersey maxi dress by Matthew Williamson icon
Leopard-print bandeau bikini by Matthew Williamson
Cat eye filigree gold-tone sunglasses iconby Dolce & Gabbana
Surf Bomb sea salt sprayicon by Original & Mineral
Printed flip flops by Givenchyicon
Mesh bra top iconby Gucci
Gold-tone and tortoiseshell-effect hair slide iconby Dolce & Gabbana
Shell Shocked gold-tone clutch by Charlotte Olympia
Mesh-trimmed silk crepe de chine dress by Gucci icon
10 Spotlight Groupie macramé-trimmed swimsuit by Eresicon
11 Number 7 cotton-terry beach towel iconby Karl Lagerfeld
12 Straw hat iconby Mulberry
13 Matte Radiance Baked Powdericon by Laura Mercier

LoL, Sandra

New Kicks on the Blog

High Top Sneakers 2014

Flats are a must this summer. So why not shunning our heels for the humble high-top sneaker. From Balenciaga‘s multi-panel trainers to the effortless Converse classic, here are the best ones for the laid-back look.

Tyson high-top sneakers in confetti-print leather by Givenchy
High top trainers iconby Saint Laurent
Francy suede high top trainers iconby Golden Goose Deluxe Brand
Multi-panel high top trainers iconby Balenciaga
Chuck Taylor All Star polka-dot suede sneakers by Converse
Paneled satin high-top sneakers iconby Gucci
Embellished leather high-top sneakers iconby Versace
Dunk Sky Hi metallic leather wedge sneakers iconby Nike
Tokyo studded suede high-top sneakers iconby Jimmy Choo

LoL, Sandra

My Look: Venice Beach

Sandra bauknecht - Venice Beach

Here is another outfit post from my recent trip to the US, taken on Abbot Kinnley Boulevard in Venice Beach. The weather was very weird and I didn’t see much of the Californian sun during my stay. A great place for lunch is Gjelina, a place worth its hype. Even that I am not a vegetarian, I do love my veggies and their kale salad is to die for.

My look: Wool-blend jacquard coat (fabric inspired by children’s wallpaper) iconby Miu Miutwo-tone stretch-jersey contour dress by Stella McCartneyBamboo leather tote iconby Gucci, suede booties by Saint Laurent, Audrey wayfarer sunglasses by Céline, rose diamond ring and Limelight Gala watch by Piaget.

LoL, Sandra

Venice Beach

Gucci Bamboo Shopper

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Sandra Bauknecht in Stella McCartney Dress

Miu Miu Coat

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Saint Laurent Shoes and Miu Miu Coat

Gjelina

Kale Salad

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht