When visiting São Paulo, it is best never to rest as the city is so vibrant and full of life. Here you see me at the Palácio Tangará Hotel before heading to dinner.
My look: Octave ruffled tulle and corded lace mini dress by Peter Pilotto, mini pochette
by Louis Vuitton, faux-pearl tassel earrings by Oscar de la Renta, Dioressence pumps in dark blue cracked leather by Dior.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Last night, my all-time favorite red carpet event took place at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York: the Met Gala 2019. Personally speaking, this year’s exhibition theme: «Camp: Notes on Fashion», based on an essay from 1964 by the late Susan Sonntag, delivered a bout of wild, over-the-top fashion moments. It was like a playground to dress up for all fashion aficionados.
Even the hostess went gaga: Anna Wintour in an embroidered Chanel gown with feathery cape.
If you seem confused… in this case, camp is not to be mistaken as in sleeping bags and tents, but camp as in exaggerated fashion. Sonntag’s essay, that provides the framework for the exhibition, defines camp as «love of the unnatural: of artifice and exaggeration» and examines how the elements of irony, humor, parody, pastiche, artifice, theatricality, and exaggeration are expressed in fashion. The exhibition will be open to the public from May 9 – September 8, 2019.
This was her theme! Lady Gaga in Brandon Maxwell changed her outfit four times!
Co-hosted by two fashion-loving celebrities: Lady Gaga and Harry Styles and sponsored by Gucci. What do you want more?
The exhibition itself is featuring both men’s and womenswear, over 200 pieces of fashion, along with sculptures, paintings, and drawings from the 17th century through today. The works of versatile designers from Alexander McQueen to John Galliano, Rei Kawakubo to Mugler, Mary Katrantzou to Jeremy Scott, and more are featured. What I have seen so far, among the exhibited items are many pieces that also hang in my closet. I couldn’t be more proud of my collection…
Before the Hollywood royalty and fashionistas presented themselves on the red carpet in front of the Metropolitan Museum, they met in the nearby «The Mark». The hotel is the venue for Anna Wintour‘s «pre-party» of the glamorous event every year. Definitely the place to stay!
Below are my favorite looks of the night… enjoy!
LoL, Sandra
My favorite outfit! My favorite reveal! Thierry Mugler himself is back, now called Manfred, and envisioned Kim Kardashian as a California girl stepping out of the ocean, wet, dripping. This latex dress took 8 months to make and is for me a true innovation on the runway!
Reminiscent of the Gucci runway: Jared Leto with his beheaded doppelganger
OMG! To die for! Cardi B in Thom Browne
Looking sensational: Saoirse Ronan in Gucci
She looked like a young Linda Evangelista in the ’90s: Bella Hadid in Moschino.
Harry Styles in Gucci
In keeping with the evening’s theme of camp, Ezra Miller turned up with the most outstanding optical illusion. His attire? Custom Burberry by Riccardo Tisci.
All about hats: Janelle Monáe in Christian Siriano.
I love pink, I love Barbie and I love this: Multi Grammy Award-winner Kacey Musgraves channeled a true fashion icon, Barbie, in Moschino.
Colorful: Lupita Nyong’o in custom Versace and Bulgari jewelry.
Stunning Gemma Chan in and with Tom Ford. Best accessory: having the designer at your side.
Katy Perry in a chandelier dress by Moschino.
Céline Dion in Oscar de la Renta
What an entrance! Billy Porter wore a custom-made sun god outfit by New York City-based designer duo The Blonds.
Blue hair, don’t care: Lucy Boynton in Prada.
I loved this. What a Cinderella moment for Zendaya. Sporting a glowing, Disney-esque gown designed by Tommy Hilfiger, and accompanied by her stylist Law Roach who transformed with the wave of a wand Zendaya’s dress into a glowing ensemble. She even left a glass slipper.
Lily Collins opted for an ivory ruffled gown which featured a flowing train by Salvatore Ferragamo. Very ’60s – very sweetheart.
Fresh off the Couture Week runways, Hailee Steinfeld sparked in Viktor & Rolf slogan couture gown. It was a perfect match as Anna Wintour had forbidden cameras, iPhones inside the event…
This was by far my favorite Met Gala of all and I cannot wait to see the exhibition!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Vogue, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Getty Images
I love Toile de Jouy, abbreviated «toile», the type of decorating pattern consisting of a usually white or off-white background on which a repeated pattern in a single colour depicting a fairly complex scene, generally of a pastoral theme such as a couple having a picnic by a lake or an arrangement of flowers. PLEASE don’t miss the end of this post…. it is naughty Sunday and I have the most exciting toile pattern for you.
Toiles were originally produced in Ireland in the mid-18th Century and quickly became popular in Britain and France. The term, Toile de Jouy, originated in France and literally means «cloth from Jouy-en-Josas», a town in the south-west suburbs of Paris.
A Dior window filled with toile pieces from the Resort 2019 collection.
Mostly associated with fabrics for curtains and upholstery in particular as well as wallpaper, toile is also used on teapots, and beddings. For Resort 2019, many fashion designers have rediscovered the pattern that was widely worn on shirts in the ’70s. This season, the fabric looks stunning on long skirts and accessories. Don’t miss Dior‘s take on it. It is my favorite. Oscar de la Renta‘s Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia are inspired by bridal registry china – the idea struck after the design duo flicked through a Wedgwood book by Rizzoli.
Enjoy the best pieces below:
Pleated floral-print cotton-blend midi skirt by Oscar de la Renta
TRO floral-print textured-leather shoulder bag by Oscar de la Renta
Isa toile double waist skirt by Tibi
Printed voile cotton skirt by Dior
Lady Dior Toile de Jour bag by Dior
When my manicurist Megan Biggi‘s moved to a new location (the best in Zurich, click here for her contact information), we were talking about the interior design of the room. During the conversation, I recommended this Toile de Jouy traditional pattern that is revisited with a new humoristic and pertinent approach, showing some erotic scenes that you only discover when you look closer. She loved the idea and now one wall in her spa is decorated with the high quality wallpaper as you can see below. I think it absolutely looks fantastic!
FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE EROTIC TOILE WALLPAPER, CLICK HERE PLEASE.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands and © Sandra Bauknecht
On my birthday, I love being surrounded by my close girlfriends who surprised me with a spontaneous birthday lunch. Honestly I should call it all-day-lunch as we went on until 6.30pm! I feel blessed to have such amazing women in my life. Thank you to everyone who made my day so special!
My look: Stokes geometric faux-fur coat by Mary Katrantzou, pleated jacquard-knit wool-blend skirt
, long sleeve top, and eyelet-embellished leather waist belt, all by Alaïa
, Cardinale stretch-suede knee boots by Dolce & Gabbana, bead and acetate clip earrings by Oscar de la Renta, «16» bag by Celine, necklace, brooch and bracelet, all by Chanel.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Dear Santa… honestly we need to talk! We as women do all the work for your arrival, and there is still so much on our wish list :-)…
Therefore I put together this amazing list of pieces on sale (to save you money, Mr Santa!):
Nile Bracelet mini textured-leather shoulder bag by Chloé (40% off)
Embroidered velvet mini dress by Alaïa (50% off)
Bead and acetate clip earrings by Oscar de la Renta (40% off)
Babette sequined suede boots by Balmain (50% off)
Leather-trimmed checked wool beret
by Versace (40% 0ff)
Double-breasted denim blazer by Balmain (40% off)
Studded leather shoulder bag by Prada (30% off)
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of the Brands
Here is my mandatory outfit post from the LA MER event at Jelmoli last week. I went through my closet to find something that would perfectly match the occasion and I am convinced there couldn’t have been a better choice than my Fishtank Dress from Mary Katrantzou’s S/S 2012 season. Funnily enough, some thought this is the new LA MER uniform. Would be pretty cool, don’t you think?
My look: Fishtank silk-blend jacquard mini dress by Mary Katrantzou, ribbed wool turtleneck sweater by T by Alexander Wang, GG Marmont leather belt bag and Angel platform boots in turquoise, both by Gucci, and Impatiens clip-on earrings by Oscar de la Renta.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © David Biedert Photography
After a seemingly endless summer, we can finally jump into the new fashion season. This fall brings with it a batch of fresh ideas. Mix vibrant colors and comfy and chic materials to think ahead of the style tribe! Make it your own recipe – you are the chef…
My look: Fringed wool-blend jacquard cardigan by Etro, lace panelled dress by Valentino, Cahier raffia crossbody bag
by Prada, Betty bow-embellished suede platform sandals by Saint Laurent
, Impatiens clip-on earrings by Oscar de la Renta, Mitza ring by Dior Haute Jewellery and Lady Excalibur watch by Roger Dubuis.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Last Wednesday, I was invited to the opening of FRED SEGAL at GLOBUS in Zurich. The iconic store, founded in 1961 on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles (click here for a previous post about shopping in the City of Angels), that became the heart of L.A. pop culture celebrated its debut in Switzerland and Europe. Now the famous mix of fashion, design, lifestyle and art is available at Lintheschergasse 7 and online. No need to fly to the States or Japan anymore. Let yourself be inspired and check out the young and contemporary selection from designers like CLUT GAIA, EACH x OTHER, BAN.DO, TATA HARPER or ROCHAS.
My look: Leopard-print jumpsuit with peplum detail by Stella McCartney, Ark small acrylic clutch
by Cult Gaia, patent-leather pumps by Miu Miu, and tasseled clip-on earrings by Oscar de la Renta, rose diamond necklace and rose diamond ring, both by Piaget, cuff by Chanel, and «So Real» sunglasses by Dior.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Globus and © Sandra Bauknecht
#GlobusLovesFredSegal
Last night, I was invited by JELMOLI to celebrate the opening of their contemporary fashion department on the second floor that features brands like Peter Pilotto, Jonathan Simkhai, Diane von Furstenberg, Rochas, Alexandre Vauthier and Koché among others.
The event was very unexpected and a real experience. Check-in began on the street in front of the department store (queue was shockingly long), then we boarded open-air buses and were driven to the underground delivery station below JELMOLI where the fashion show and party took place. A very successful and fun night.
Quick stop at the LA MER counter at JELMOLI before the event with a friend for a luxury treatment session that I can only recommend.
My look: Fringed printed cotton and silk-blend jersey dress by Loewe, embellished woven straw tote by Rosie Assoulin
, ankle boots Kole by Chloé, bi-colour chain necklace by Prada, cuff by Stella McCartney, rose diamond ring by Piaget and faux-pearl tassel earrings by Oscar de la Renta.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
A trip into the blue… from one location to the other. This is what I love – finding unexpected little places, beautiful hotels and exploring new territories. Here you see me on the rooftop terrace of the Hotel de Tourrel in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence in the South of France. With only 7 rooms, it is a real treasure in the city center.
My look: Patchwork cotton top and patchwork asymmetrical-hem skirt, both by Loewe, DiorClub2 D-frame acetate sunglasses by Dior
, Pixie small suede and textured-leather shoulder bag
by Chloé,
beaded leather sandals by Saint Laurent, faux-pearl tassel earrings by Oscar de la Renta, daisy necklace by Dior Fine Jewellery, Amulette necklace by Cartier, cuff by Chanel, Tonda 1950 Clarity watch by Parmigiani Fleurier and diamond ring by Vainard Fine Jewellery.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht