In the meantime, something for my Swiss and German based readers: The fourth 2011 Weltwoche Style Edition is available now featuring my winter must-haves including an interview with Melanie Günthardt, co-owner of Lovers Lane, and the cover story I wrote about Stella McCartney. You might be surprised how versatile the British designer really is.
Get your issue now.
LoL, Sandra
Last week, my favourite outfit was this western style look.
Ruffled linen dress, belt and fringed bag by Ralph Lauren Collection, cowboy boots and necklace by Roberto Cavalli.
Hope that you like it, too!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Yesterday, I came for one night to Zurich to attend the opening of the new Navyboot flagship store on Bahnhofstrasse. The brand’s ambassador Top Formula 1 racing driver Michael Schumacher attended the party as well.
My outfit: Backless waistcoat and culottes by Stella McCartney, lace top by Prada, hand-painted cage sandals by Alexander McQueen, earrings and clutch by Chanel, ring by Dior and watch by Roger Dubuis.
LoL, Sandra
The new store on Bahnhofstrasse
Michael Schumacher with me
Impression of the after party at Kaufleuten
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht and © Photopress
No, this is not the newest Tom Ford advertising campaign. It is part of the amazing pictures taken by Mario Testino during the recent wedding of Kate Moss with rocker Jamie Hince for the September issue of American Vogue. The newly weds channel a modern-day Mick and Bianca Jagger, re-creating the couple’s 1971 backseat wedding portrait by royal photographer Lord Lichfield
On Kate: Tom Ford velvet-and-fur coat. On Hince: Tom Ford red velvet jacket.
Kate Moss graces also the cover of the fashion bible. Mario Testino captured the famous party guests plus the beautiful decorations and details so wonderfully that I wanted to share these with you. What a great inspiration for your own big day, don’t you think?
LoL, Sandra
Lara Stone with her husband
Paul McCartney with his daughter Stella
Naomi Campbell and Marc Jacobs
Like mother, like daughter: Kate Moss with Lila Grace
Photos: via Vogue
Welcome to Ulus 29! The trendy restaurant with its bar and nightclub is an Istanbul classic. Located between the first and second Bosphorus bridges, overlooking the Anatolian side with one of the most beautiful Istanbul Strait views, it combines contemporary and traditional interiors. The menu is a mix of both as well, from a wide sashimi selection to mini pita, Turkish pizza and yoghurt kebab.
My makeup: Eyeshadow Palette in Baby Nu and Mascara Hypnôse Doll Eyes by Lancôme, New Lip Gloss in Buff by Bobbi Brown and Wanted Blush in 01 Glowing Peach by Helena Rubinstein.
On my finger nails: Pure Colour Nail Lacquer in Berry Hot, on my toes: Pure Colour Nail Lacquer in Purple Passion, both by Estée Lauder.
My outfit: Strapless Dress (with cut-outs at the back) and Sandals by Gucci (Resort 2011), Foldover Falabella Bag by Stella McCartney and Daisy Necklace by Christian Dior.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Merhaba! Yesterday, I flew to Istanbul, Turkey. A place I had been wanting to go for a very long time. After having arrived in my hotel in the late afternoon, I didn’t even change and went straight to the nearby harbourside district of Ortaköy, a fascinating place full of restaurants, nightclubs, specialty antique, jewelry and ceramic shops.
On the weekends, there is a colourful street market with Turkish handcrafts and local food street vendors in an oriental setting beside the famous Ortaköy Mosque.
Enjoy my first impressions of last night. I am loving it here!
LoL, Sandra
Me at the Bosphorus
Zebra-print Top by Stella McCartney, Leggings by Blumarine, Long Cardigan by Gucci, Stingray Sunglasses by Louis Vuitton and Daisy Necklace by Christian Dior
A fun dinner outside at the House Café Ortaköy.
Ortaköy Mosque and the Bosphorus Brigde that is connecting Europe and Asia.
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
Hello native Germany! I spent the last week at Schloss Elmau in Southern Bavaria. Unfortunately, the hotel is definitely not worth talking about it. The luxurious standard that they advertise on their website along with the photos don’t hold their promise.
The only beautiful part has been the spa house and the treatments where I could really take a break from everyday life. The view, the nature, and going hiking was also wonderful and reminded me of my childhood.
My comfy outfit on the day of arrival: Wide pants by Stella McCartney, nautical top and long scarf by Chanel, ballerinas by Prada and my new beautiful XL-Boston bag in bright blue python leather by Céline (Pré-fall 2011).
My makeup is done with products of the 29, St. Honoré Collection by Lancôme.
Unfortunately, I got really sick and am on antibiotics now with a middle ear inflammation and tonsillitis. No fun!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
As you already know, it was the weekend of weddings. Kate and Charlene tied the knot and two of my girlfriends as well. This was my outfit for Friday’s wedding reception and cocktail party that took place in Zurich.
Dress by Stella McCartney, Boots by Gucci, (both now on sale, to shop just click on the tiny photos), Gold Clutch by Chanel (the one that Carrie wore in Sex and the City 2), Wide Bracelet and Earrings by Christian Dior, Snake Bracelet by Roberto Cavalli, Watch by Roger Dubuis.
I hope that you like it!
Happy 4th of July to my US readers! Would love to be there…
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
During Milan and Paris menswear S/S 2012 fashion weeks, the streets have been filled with people wearing all sorts of fruits. Prada’s bananas (especially loved by the stronger sex, Tim Blanks rocked the print) plus Stella’s lemons and oranges were seen everywhere. Remember, I have warned you before that this might happen. Please click here for the previous post in February.
And with the EHEC virus going around, wearing vitamins seems a lot more healthier than consuming them.
Photos: © Tommy Ton, Streetfsn, Upscale
I love my fruits. Recently at the Lovers Lane party with Bex Rox, I wore my Stella McCartney citrusy print dress with my Prada bananas earrings. Python Palais shoes by YSL, necklace Bex Rox.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Kevin McHey
Starting from today, Alexander McQueen: Savage Beauty, is on view until July 31, 2011 at the Metropolitan Museum’s second-floor Cantor Galleries.
So if you just can’t get enough after having seen Kate Middleton’s bridal dress, that was made by Sarah Burton for the house of McQueen, you might consider a trip to NYC. The designer’s costume institute retrospective features approximately 100 ensembles and 70 accessories from the late designer’s prolific 19-year carreer with some outstanding pieces from the Givenchy Archive in Paris, custom-made items from the closet of Isabella Blow and even his graduate collection at Central St.Martins among others.
To celebrate the opening of the exhibition, the Museum’s Costume Institute Benefit took place Monday night with high-profile guests in high-profile fashion. The Met gala has anyway become over the years the fashion community’s biggest red carpet night. It was no wonder to spot some McQueen tributes to the mix.
My favourite two looks by Alexander McQueen were Gisèle Bündchen who looked so radiant in her red gown next to her husband Tom Brady…
… and Anna Dello Russo, known for her eclectic style, showed up in a pant suit from the S/S 2011 collection, divine!
As for me, the ultimate highlights were the „Stella Girls“ with Stella McCartney herself making an appearance in a black and white tuxedo gown of her own design. It was a modern, probably experimental but uncoventional look. The British designer is also a Co-Chair for the fundraising event.
The Stella McCartney parade was led by Madonna in a silky blue gown with a beautiful embroidered train. With her 50’s hair and make-up, she looked very Hollywood. Wow!
Very pregnant Kate Hudson glowed in her champagne-coloured Stella gown and long tousled hair.
This is my favourite. Gwyneth Paltrow chose to go with long sleeves which was a popular trend at the gala. So simple and absolutely stunning. The actress is good friends with the British designer.
Rihanna in a one-shoulder black lace gown, an iconic Stella look!
Adding some colour drama, Eva Mendes enhanced her complexion by wearing a cobalt blue plissé dress by Stella McCartney. So beautiful!
What a night!
LoL, Sandra