On My Way to the Cannes Film Festival

Cannes On My Way

Yesterday, I left for the Cannes Film Festival, a truly amazing adventure for me. I am invited by the famous Geneva-based watch and jewelry company Chopard, the official partner of the Cannes Film Festival for the 15th consecutive year.

The 2012 Palme d'Or 2The Palme d’Or, created every year since 1998 by Chopard’s craftsmen

In 1998, the President of the Festival asked Caroline Scheufele, Co-President and Artistic Director of Chopard, to redesign the prestigious trophy, the Palme d’Or. Ever since, Chopard and the Cannes Film Festival have remained inseparable.

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You can see the details of my look on the arrival day below.
Printed satin-jersey harem pants iconby Balmain (please click here for a post on the print pants trend), white T-shirt iconby J.Crew, collarless leather jacket and studded Pyramide bag, both by Prada, black shopping bag by Chanel, studded ballet flats by Gucci and printed skull scarf iconby Alexander McQueen.

Stay tuned for some amazing photos of the opening ceremony last night. I could totally get used to walking on the red carpet. What an amazing event! Now, I am off to new adventures…

LoL, Sandra

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Trend Alert S/S 2012: Print Pants

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The S/S 2012 collections deliver us explosions of prints and ladies, get ready to throw any sort of caution to the wind. Your summer pants should be all about wild prints in bold colours, in cuts from slim to palazzo
Here are the best ones to shop at the moment, directly from the runway:

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Printed stretch-silk straight-leg pants iconby Roberto Cavalli
Paisley-print silk pants iconby Stella McCartney
Printed wool and silk-blend straight-leg pants iconby Prabal Gurung

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In the the ’80′s wearing floral print trousers was absolutely trendy. This summer, the floral fashion legacy is leading the runways and the streets. Designers plunged into a garden of Eden and have started to infiltrate our wardrobes with the most beautiful flowers.

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Printed silk crepe de chine tapered pants iconby Gucci
Printed silk straight-leg pants iconby Tucker
4 Floral cotton pants by Céline

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During fashion weeks, silk print pants have already been seen on the most stylish fashionistas all around the globe. Punchy prints rendezvous with standout shades this season.

Printed satin-jersey harem pants iconby Balmain
Sequin-print silk tapered pants iconby Lanvin
Pressage floral-print twill tapered pants iconby Sandro
Printed stretch silk crepe de chine pants iconby DKNY

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Tommy Ton, net-à-porter and style.com

Star Style: Amanda Seyfried in H&M

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Actress Amanda Seyfried was spotted recently on the red carpet in this gorgeous blue tuxedo jacket and matching shorts from H&M’s Exclusive Conscious collection. She combined the look with a leather-trimmed wool top iconby Rag & Bone and black pumps iconby Gucci.

To celebrate the rise of glamour, H&M has created the Exclusive Conscious collection of greener and eco-friendlier red-carpet looks that have all been made from more sustainable materials like organic cotton and hemp, and recycled polyester, as part of H&M’s Conscious initiative. In stores now.

LoL, Sandra

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TUXEDO JACKET – EUR 59,95
H&M Exclusive Conscious collection. Blue organic cotton mix tuxedo shorts suit.

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TUXEDO SHORTS – EUR 24,95
H&M Exclusive Conscious collection. Blue organic cotton mix tuxedo shorts suit.

Photos: Courtesy of H&M, Getty Images

S/S 2012: Vintage Inspired Accessories

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A great way to work the ’20s trend is to add some vintage inspired accessories
Here are some of the hottest ones available at the moment:

Satin-lined perforated box clutch iconby Stella McCartney
Beachbreak gold and silver-plated diamanté earrings iconby Lulu Frost
Feather bolero iconby Ralph Lauren Collection
Silver-plated crystal cufficon by Kenneth Jay Lane
5 Silver-plated crystal earrings iconby Kenneth Jay Lane
Swarovski crystal suede belt iconby Gucci
7 Koko metallic leather and suede sandals by Jimmy Choo
Constance leather clutch by Jason Wu

Happy Shopping!

LoL, Sandra

S/S 2012: Twenty-first Century Twenties

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Designers took inspiration from the Roaring Twenties for their S/S 2012 collections, favoring elegant hemlines and intricate beadwork. The mood is flapper, but spring’s Deco dresses are about high gloss, loosening up the idea of evening. Fresh in stores now, explore the must-have pieces below encapsulating the highly coveted collection’s ’20s aesthetic.

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For a masterclass in tapping spring’s ’20s-inspired trend, look no further than Gucci‘s stunning S/S 2012 collection. Art Deco motifs inspired Frida Giannini‘s lavish designs. Those dropped-waist dresses adorned with exquisite fringing will definitely be on my shopping list.

Striped python jacket iconby Gucci
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Double-layered silk-georgette dress with metal clasp iconby Gucci
Metallic-striped fringed leather dress iconby Gucci
Cracked-leather and suede sandals iconby Gucci
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The dreamy Etro S/S 2012 collection could have stepped straight from Fitzgerald’s pages. It was packed with fringes, intricate beading and embellishments that were colourful for a modern twist.

Bold printed silk-blend dress by Etro
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Abstract tiered necklace iconby Etro

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Romance was in the air at Alberta Ferretti with Gatsby-esque pieces, from beaded dresses to delicate lace and tulle fabrics. Seriously, what more could a modern-day Daisy need?

1 Bead-embellished tulle and silk dress by Alberta Ferretti
Papaya-hued beaded silk-chiffon and tulle dress by Alberta Ferretti
Lace and silk-georgette dress iconby Alberta Ferretti

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This S/S 2012 fashion trend is preparing us for the upcoming American film adaptation of The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s legendary novel set in the Roaring Twenties. It will be directed by Baz Luhrman and star Carey Mulligan as Daisy Buchanan and Leonardo DiCaprio as Jay Gatsby. It is said to be released on December 25, 2012.

LoL, Sandra

My Look: Day to Night

Day to Night

Yesterday, I had a pretty busy day with different events and the opening exhibition of the Gunter Sachs Collection at Sotheby’s in the evening. After many days of bad weather, the sun was shining for a change. So I chose this look that worked day to night perfectly:

Python-print silk dress iconby Chloé, double-breasted blazer by Balmain (a similar great piece is this military coat by Balmain which is available now), tri-colour Trapeze bag by Céline, Lady Excalibur watch by Roger Dubuis, belt and boots by Gucci.

LoL, Sandra

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My Look: Hello London!

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This week, I went on a girls trip with my daughter to London. We had an absolute blast despite the rainy weather.

Here is what I wore on the arrival day:
Houndstooth coat by Guccinavy and green printed silk blouse iconby Stella McCartneycropped wool pants by Giulietta, my beloved Suzanne studded leather ankle boots iconby Chloé, flap-over bag by Tom Fordrainbow coloured scarf iconby Christopher Kane, Lady Excalibur watch by Roger DubuisDaisy necklace by Dior Haute Joaillerie and 18-karat gold horsebit necklace by Gucci.

Stay tuned for more from London!

LoL, Sandra

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My Look: Neon Meets Black Leather

Neon Meets Leather

This was my look for a lovely dinner with friends: Ribbed neon pink cashmere sweater by Michael Korsstretch-leather leggings by GucciClematis leather clutch iconby Christopher Kane, Audrey” sunglasses and green calfskin cuff, both by Céline, cocktail ring and sandals with coral shape heel, both by Chanel.

LoL, Sandra

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My Look: Tyrolean Love

Tyrolean Love

Saturday night in Switzerland, I was invited to a friend’s birthday dinner party with the dresscode “Country Chic”.

My look: Suede-paneled embroidered wool coat, silk-charmeuse and lace blouse, high-waisted corduroy skirticon, multi-buckle suede knee boots and embroidered bag, all from Emilio Pucci’s F/W 2011 collection, calfskin cuff by Céline, ring by Dior Haute Joaillerie, choker and hat by Dolce & Gabbana with gamsbart and brooches by Gucci.

LoL, Sandra

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My Look: Bold New Vision

Bold New Vision

The beautiful sunny spring weather has put me in such a good mood and inspired me to wear bold prints and vibrant colours.

My look: Salamandra printed silk-crepe dress iconby Mary Katrantzouneon-pink wool-blend crepe biker jacket iconby Christopher Kane, blue scarf by Gucci, lace pumps by Christian Dior, bracelet by Anselm Reyle for Diorhandle bag by Versace and statement necklace by Gabriele Frantzen.

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The  neon-pink wool-blend crepe biker jacket iconby Christopher Kane is such a versatile piece, one of my season’s favourites.

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I am in love with Gabriele Frantzen‘s statement jewelry pieces that take every outfit to a new level of style. Her creations are now available at Saks Fifth Avenue and in Zurich at Gassmann among others.

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Tropical fish, fields of flowers and crushed car sculptures were the inspirations behind Mary Katrantzou‘s highly acclaimed S/S12 collection, which took her signature aesthetic to new fashion heights. This precision-cut Salamandra printed silk-crepe dress is the perfect canvas for the designer’s explosive and unforgettable prints. Don’t you agree?

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This bracelet is a collector’s piece. Designed by Berlin artist Anselm Reyle for Dior.

LoL, Sandra

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