The Tory Burch flagship store in Munich had opened its doors already last December but the big party took place this Spring when Tory Burch herself flew to the German metropole to celebrate with the Bavarian crowd the opening of one of the most beautiful shops in the city.
My look: Nicole embellished tweed jacket 
and Marion quilted leather backpack, both by Tory Burch, dress with leather and lace appliqué and pointed leather Mary-Jane pumps, both by Saint Laurent. Roman coin earrings 
by Dolce & Gabbana.
Tory Burch Flagship Store
Perusastrasse at the corner of Theatinerstrasse 44 in Munich Phone +49 89 2166 8682
Store hours: Monday to Friday 10am – 7 pm, Saturday 10 am to 6 pm
It was such a pleasure to meet Tory Burch, such a beautiful, radiant, inspiring and fascinating woman. Stay tuned for an amazing interview with the designer that will be published in the September issue of L’Officiel Switzerland and also on my blog!
The night ended with a wonderful private dinner party… and I enjoyed every minute of this trip to my old hometown!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Tory Burch and © Sandra Bauknecht
Trick or treat? I have put together a selection of some fashionable pieces that are perfect for Halloween this October. Shop Charlotte Olympia’s dark fantasy collection to create a haute costume for fright night that you can wear all year long.
Look in collage: Angry Eagle stretch-wool sweater and printed stretch-satin jersey leggings, both by McQ Alexander McQueen, Adele resin, glossed-leather and suede tasseled clutch by Tory Burch, Swarovski crystal spider hair slide by Jennifer Behr and Midnight Dolly bat-embroidered suede platform pumps by Charlotte Olympia.
LoL, Sandra
Sucker for Pandora Perspex box clutch by Charlotte Olympia
Desiree bat-print suede pumps by Charlotte Olympia
Boo! Pumpkin suede clutch by Charlotte Olympia
Trick Or Treat embroidered suede slippers by Charlotte Olympia
Photos: Courtesy of the brands
“The easy glamour of the French Riviera in the late 1960s — inspired by Romy Schneider’s character in La Piscine — mixed with garden elements. Blueprint, botanical, lattice, Queen Anne’s lace and folly prints are paired with cleaner silhouettes and proportions in a fresh palette of green, white and coral.” — Tory Burch
Tory Burch referenced Romy Schneider in La Piscine and came up with a beautiful vintage vibe for S/S 2014. Inspired by the late 1960s, the pretty looks that came down the blue pool-like runway at New York Fashion Week last Tuesday, offered luxurious lace and florals, outstanding embroideries, botanical prints and needless to say, Tory’s iconic statement accessories.
Personally speaking, being so ultra-feminine, elegant and wearable, it is one of her best collections to date.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Tory Burch and © Sandra Bauknecht
Last Tuesday morning during New York Fashion Week, I started the day off with a head to toe look from Tory Burch to see her S/S 2014 show (post coming up soon). This amazing print along with the neutral bag is an iconic Tory look, something so beautiful that could easily work for a business meeting, to run around after the kids or to go out at night.
My look:
Jade silk tunic with matching skirt, frame bag, all by Tory Burch and suede shoes by Gucci, Hapi leather barcelet by Hermès, Atlas sterling silver bangles by Tiffany & Co. and rose ring by Piaget.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
In honor of the U.S. Open, which begins today, American Vogue has commissioned custom-made tennis balls. Eleven designers and one tennis legend have turned the classic yellow piece into a new and glamorous realm. Which one is your favourite? Do you prefer pearls, rhinestones, spikes, lace, or Maria’s ruby-red pout?
My favourite? Eddie Borgo‘s cones and spikes might scare off the opponent. Players, proceed at your own risk.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Vogue, © John Manno
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
6:00am
10:00 am
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
This summer there is one material you should really consider buying: Baja, a woven striped pattern, a classic surfer staple. Designers looked for inspirations to Mexico and the Californian beach scene.
So if you want something to really impress your friends, you need to get a pullover baja hoodie that will imbue your look with relaxed bohemian cool. The best ones available are by Tory Burch, Preonza Schouler and Sacai.
LoL, Sandra
Thursday night in New York City, Sofia Coppola, Andie MacDowell, Emma Roberts, Anna Sui, Tory Burch and Alexander Wang, among other guests, came out to celebrate the collaboration of the Lanvin for H&M collection and to enjoy show stopping designs by famed Lanvin artistic director, Alber Elbaz, at The Pierre hotel.
The haute couture creations, which were customized pieces from the Lanvin for H&M collection, made their way down the catwalk with the help of famed models Asia Chow, Pixie Geldof, Dree Hemnigway and Anna dello Russo.
The looks from the haute couture show along with five original sketches from Alber Elbaz went up for auction on www.lanvinforhm.com. All proceeds will be donated to UNICEF. The online auction will end on November 26th at midnight CET.
I especially adore the sketches.
Below you can see some photos from this amazing night (Photos: Courtesy of H&M).
LoL, Sandra
Sofia Coppola and Anna Sui
Elettra Wiedemann and Tory Burch
Emma Roberts
Patrick Demarchelier and Andie MacDowell
Anna dello Russo
Tory Burch is an American fashion designer who launched her namesake brand in 2004. The label was an immediate success, filling the gap in the market for clothes that offered good quality to an affordable, accessible price.
Today, her fans include celebrities and fashion lovers all over the world. Her collections are available at her own beautifully decorated, unique Tory Burch boutiques, online at net-à-porter and in more than 450 select department and specialty stores worlwide.
One of her bestsellers are the Reva ballerina flats that have become a wardrobe essential. And they definitely deserve their cult status combining casual chic with unsurpassed comfort.
Recently at a birthday luncheon, I took a photo of two of my stylish girlfriends who wore by coincidence almost the same look. They are like Tory herself mothers of three kids and like to be fashionable and comfy in one. Well done, girls!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Tory Burch and © Sandra Bauknecht
