Yesterday, I went on a nice walk around town to clear my head a little. Only fresh air and nothing else on my skin feels sometimes really good.
My casual look: Fur vest and studded biker boots, both by Miu Miu, argyle belted cardigan by See by Chloé, white cotton-jersey top by Rick Owens, Misfit mid-rise skinny jeans
by Goldsign, Galaxy medium shoulder bag by Gucci, fur stole
by Michael Kors (50% off) and ear muffs by UGG Australia.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
This was my look on the last day of Paris Fashion Week. I started off at the Louis Vuitton F/W 2012 show with a ponytail. Later at the Miu Miu F/W 2012 show, I opened my hair and wore my little tiara.
You might recognize the dress from a previous post. As you see, I am following my own recommendations.
My look: Floral leather biker vest and matching tote bag, both by Céline, neon lace-sleeve wool-blend crepe dress by Christopher Kane, coat, suede booties, earrings and tiara headband, all by Miu Miu.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
My last show for the F/W 2012 season was Miu Miu yesterday.
Imagine Austin Powers and the dandy style, add some late sixties and very early seventies and the outcome would be Miuccia Prada’s moodboard for her Miu Miu F/W 2012 collection. The pants worn cropped played a major role as already seen at Prada. It seemed like she had an obsession with them. Just in the end of the show, some short dresses with lots of embellishments appeared on the runway. I loved it, it was a fresh and different approach to the winter season and her colour combinations were absolutely gorgeous.
And do you know who else I spotted? Marc Jacobs who just had presented his F/W 2012 collection for Louis Vuitton earlier in the morning, was sitting front row and congratulated Miuccia later on her designs. Yes, she nailed it again as the matching-print pantsuit is a must for the next season! And Miu Miu will definitely be on my shopping list!
Enjoy the photos of the show and see which famous blue-haired singer was there below:
The blue-haired celebrity I was talking about was Katy Perry who came to the Miu Miu show in head-to-toe Prada.
When she saw her friend, American actress, Kate Mara, all dressed in Miu Miu, she seemed to compare their looks. I thought that it was pretty funny to watch.
Below you can see Anna dello Russo wearing the famous Miu Miu sunglasses.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
This morning when I woke up in New York City after a good night’s sleep (I had been awake for 24hours!), I looked outside and the view from my hotel window was breathtaking. It was 6am and the sun was rising. The light was reflected in the skyscrapers’s facades and the colours inspired me to today’s outfit post.
Embellished-collar printed crepe dress by Miu Miu, leather-trimmed cotton-gabardine trench coat by Burberry Prorsum, orange envelope clutch
by Tory Burch, handmade acetate D-frame sunglasses
by Finest Seven, Tribtoo suede pumps
and enameled gold-plated cuff
, both by Yves Saint Laurent.
LoL, Sandra
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Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Valentine’s Day is around the corner and I have put together a Valentine’s gift guide for you with small tokens, grand gestures and everything in-between. Gentlemen, have a closer look and delight your loved one! Wrap up something special and wow your Valentine.
And Ladies, I recommend sending a not-so-subtle hint! In case you are single, why not treating yourself to a fabulous gift?!
Swatch‘s numbered limited edition Valentine’s Day collection:
CATCH MY HEART GZ264S and LOVELY MINE GZ265S, each CHF 60.- (in Swatch stores only)
You can’t go wrong with Ladurée‘s special edition macarons for Valentine’s Day. Starting February 10th, you’ll be able to buy the grapefruit-flavored treats in a special pink-and-blue box.
What about this cute little bag by s.Oliver? €15.95
Sigg‘s famous drinking bottles come in a Valentine’s Limited Edition. A great surprise for your little girl.
Valentines Special / Art. Nr. 8341.70 / 1.0 L / CHF 27.-
Dear Deer / Art. 8322.40 / 0.6 L / CHF 25.-
Alternatively you can surprise your boyfriend in a cool shirt by New Yorker, CHF 16.95.
What about a little game on Valentine’s Day? Agent Provocateur‘s Charades is just perfect for the occasion, CHF 60.-.
Write a love letter with Montblanc‘s Bohème white gold fountain pen with a red heart-shaped ruby (CHF 23.100.-)…
…preferably with Montblanc‘s Love Ink in red (CHF 13.40).
Needless to say, famous fashion houses have jumped on the Valentine’s trend and have come up with many gift ideas, such as Gucci that offers a whole collection of little goodies.
I love this Miu Miu handbag (CHF 990.-) and the matching bracelets (CHF 290.- each).
How cute is this pocket mirror by Louis Vuitton?
Available now for €240.-.
Prada‘s adorable key chain with the little Kara bear trick will surely break some hearts (CHF 190.-).
Give a little love… your iPad will thank you for such a sweet cover (CHF 290.- each)! And spending money might be even more fun with Prada’s heart-print wallet (CHF 450.-).
Chanel offers a more subtle colour palette for their Valentine’s collection.
I am so in love with this cuff, please be mine!
LoL, Sandra
Here is what I wore to the Stéphane Rolland Haute Couture S/S 2012 show last week in Paris:
Ribbed wool-blend and silk-gazar dress by Lanvin (on sale 50% off), red suede belt
by Yves Saint Laurent, mustard-coloured ’40s style coat and suede booties by Miu Miu and animal-print Boston bag
by Céline.
LoL, Sandra
The amazing Jewel Tree dress from Mary Katrantzou’s F/W 2011 collection that I wore to the launch of “Mary Katrantzou for Longchamps” at Colette last Tuesday is so special that it deserves its own post.
The appliquéd velvet piece comes with amazing 3-D flower embellishments and is immaculately tailored with a nipped in waist and a peplum skirt. A piece that is very close to couture.
I kept my accessories to a minimum and simply added some black heels and earrings by Miu Miu plus my Diorette cocktail ring by Dior Haute Joaillerie.
LoL, Sandra
The new Miu Miu S/S 2012 advertising campaign, shot by David Sims, stars actress Mia Wasikowska.
A young woman plays different feminine characters and diverse personalities; taking inspiration from classic portraiture, David Sims leaves atmosphere and attitudes in a haze of undefined suspension.
Diverse eras and diverse inspirations are reassembled in the Miu Miu S/S 2012 collection. Following a party leitmotif, the Eighteenth century and the Fifties, lace, bows, patchwork and cameos mix and match in a visual collage charged with great evocative power.
I like very much and you?
LoL, Sandra
Red is a must next summer and in combination with nude and beige just irresistible.
Clare Waight Keller, who has replaced Chloé‘s Hannah MacGibbon, shows for her debut collection this colour combination in perfection.
If you are in the mood for shopping, have a look at this stunning outfit below, perfect for the cold temperatures now.
I personally absolutely adore the colour combination of red and nude, so French and so chic!
This rosette-embellished silk top by Lanvin will be a great addition to your wardrobe. It works best partnered with a simple pencil skirt or this trendy pleated leather skirt by Marc Jacobs. Stay warm during winter time with a cozy cardigan by Missoni and the gorgeous red flared wool princess coat by Issa. Add a classic bag such as the nude vitello bow-embellished leather tote by Miu Miu and some killer heels like the
studded open toe sandals by Valentino and you will me make heads turn.
LoL, Sandra
New Year’s Eve is coming and the perfect accessory to vamp up your look is a sequined clutch bag. Good news is that the sparkling F/W 2011 trend will stay for S/S 2012. Glitter is most wanted, shimmer and shine through the party season!
Here is a selection of the best pieces available at the moment:
1 ON SALE! Sequined clutch (garnet-silver) by Miu Miu
2 Sequined (purple-silver) black leather shoulder bag by Dolce & Gabbana
3 Two-tone sequined clutch (blush-silver) by Miu Miu
And as Lady Gaga says: “And now I am just trying to change the world one sequin at a time…”. Better get started with your closet!
LoL, Sandra