Sandra‘s Closet

Nothing creates more impact than flowers as they are timelessly filled with the spirit of spring and romance. I love wearing floral prints because they make me feel ultra feminine. Here you see me wearing such an outfit. It was the perfect choice to attend the Art in the Park event in Zurich’s Baur au Lac gardens two weeks ago.

My look: Floral jacket with embellished buttons,floral print dress, earrings and cuff, all by Dolce & Gabbana, ring by Etro, wedges by Valentino and oversized clutch by Miu Miu. Tank Américaine watch in yellow gold with diamonds by Cartier.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht

In June 2014, Cash & Rocket will return for its third consecutive year, and this time the amazing Valentino‘s Creative Directors Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli want to make this journey even bigger and better and are once again participating in the charity event, which will take place from June 5th to 8th, 2014.

Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli with me

Seventy women from the worlds of fashion, music, cinema and business will begin the car tour from the striking Piazza San Marco of Venice which ends in London, with stops along the way in Geneva and Paris. The donations collected will help support three important humanitarian organizations – Shine On Sierra Leone, OrphanAid Africa and Sumbandila – to support African children and their families with health assistance and educational programs in Sierra Leone, Ghana and South Africa.

For the occasion and to further support the project, Maison Valentino will donate 20% of proceeds from the sale of several products from the Rouge Absolute Signature capsule collection and six other special products especially created by Creative Directors Maria Grazia Chiuri and Pierpaolo Piccioli.

These special items will be available at www.valentino.com and www.net-à-porter.com and in Valentino boutiques in Paris and London.

Maria Grazia Chiuri, Co-Creative Director, came in first last year raising the most amount of money and she is determined to beat her own personal record. She will be personally involved in fundraising monies and will drive one of the thirty-five red sports cars that will travel 1600km, from Venice to London.

“As a woman and mother, I am very happy to be able to help other women and children. I am profoundly convinced that it is essential to give them an opportunity for development and education, which gives me a chance to give back what I have received” – Maria Grazia Chiuri.

The Valentino team can be followed along the different stages of the race through the dedicated donation website Just Giving. Let’s help Maria Grazia to win once again first place and to collect the most donations!

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Courtesy of Valentino and Cash & Rocket

These sunglasses made me drool when I got the press release this week. I absolutely adore their unique, highly recognizable shape that resembles a kiss.
Not just any kiss, a VALENTINO KISS…

A unique curvy silhouette underlined by a metal line running along the front. Two mini-studs encrusted emphasize the rockstud touch of the style. The Valentino logo is printed in gold on the left temple. The style comes in different colors: Scarlet, Rubin, Valentino Red, Black, Black/Red and Vintage Havana/Black. Available to buy soon.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Courtesy of Valentino

Fringe — it’s everywhere! Swingy fringed bags are making a huge comeback this S/S 2014 season. Of course, the trend never really goes away for long. Now, it is time to decide wether you will go for a boho version (Gucci) or opt for extreme sophistication (Fendi).
The variety of fringe is endless:

1 Fringed macramé and leather clutch by The Row
2 Scarab fringed textured-leather clutch by Valentino
3 Fringed suede shoulder bag by Gucci
4 Fringed intrecciato leather clutch by Bottega Veneta
5 Sella small fringed leather bowling bag by Tod’s
6 Fringe detail velvet Baguette bag by Fendi

Which one is your favorite? I couldn’t resist the Valentino one…

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Courtesy of the Brands

As promised, here is the detailed post regarding my outfit that I wore to the 2014 Film Independent Spirit Awards.

My look: Patchwork lace peplum gown by Alessandra Rich, Janis leather pumps by Saint Laurent, dual beaded leather clutch by Valentino,crystal embellished butterfly earrings by Miu Miu and rose diamond ring by Piaget.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht

Valentino’s zodiac cuffs will have a starry future among fashion lovers around the globe. Spotted on the S/S 2014 runway, which was inspired by a trip to the opera, those bracelets are worn one each on each wrist. Get yours now!

I took my zodiac sign and my ascendent:

Aquarius gold-tone bracelet by ValentinoCancer gold-tone bracelet by Valentino

For all other zodiac signs, please click on the name to shop yours directly: Capricorn, Pisces, Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio and Sagittarius.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: Courtesy of Valentino

Be part of Paris Fashion Week and watch the Valentino F/W 2014 runway show live here on Sandra’s Closet. Here is your front row invite, enjoy!

LoL, Sandra

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Chase away the February blues with a pop of Valentino‘s fluo Rockstud bags.
Choose from a range of bright colors such as acid green, striking yellow or hot pink.

1 Va Va Voom leather shoulder bag in neon-green
2 Va Va Voom crystal-embellished leather shoulder bag
3 Glam Lock in neon-yellow
4 Glam Lock embellished leather shoulder bag
5 Glam Lock in pink with embellishments
6 Glam Lock in neon-pink

My favorite: Va Va Voom calf hair shoulder bag with neon yellow accents.

With those bags, you cannot go wrong. They make a style statement and vamp up every look.

LoL, Sandra

Ladies, it is definitely time to get some new shoes and bags for the summer. This season, it will be hard to choose as the selection is huge.

As a little Valentine’s Day surprise in advance, I have an amazing offer for you, valid for two days (13-14 Feb 2014) only! You can earn a Gift Card up to $700 when you shop SHOES & HANDBAGS at Saks Fifth Avenue online. Use code SANDHB14 at checkout.

Spend $250 – $499 and get a $35 Gift Card
Spend $500 – $999 and get a $75 Gift Card
Spend $1,000 – $1,999 and get a $150 Gift Card
Spend $2,000 – $2,999 and get a $450 Gift Card
Spend $3,000+ and get a $700 Gift Card

Here are some of the most wanted S/S 2014 pieces available to shop or to pre-order:

1 Patent Leather Cat-Print Mary Jane Ballet Flats by Miu Miu
2 Shaggy Deer Pale Blue Camo Backpack by Stella McCartney
3 Embroidered Mesh Ankle Boots by Valentino
4 Makeup Face-Printed Saffiano Tote by Prada
5 Zig Zag Crystal Pumps by Nicholas Kirkwood
6 Louis Woman Studded Leather Wedge Sneakers by Christian Louboutin
7 Small Striped Sac De Jour Tote by Saint Laurent
8 Leather & Striped Snakeskin Ankle-Strap Sandals by Pierre Hardy

LoL, Sandra

MONNIER FRÈRES is your online shopping destination for the most beautiful bags and accessories. Dress up your looks with these amazing pieces on sale.

1 Plastron necklace by Valentino
2 Rossella bowling bag by Moschino
3 Eye shopper by Kenzo
4 Alice shoulder strap handbag by Chloé
5 Igo plexi bag by Shourouk
6 Union Jack clutch by Lulu Guinness
7 Rockstud cuff by Valentino
8 Vavavoom pony clutch by Valentino

Great news is that Sandra’s Closet readers get an EXTRA 10% off. Use one of these promo codes at checkout: SCMNFWW10 for worldwide, SCMNFFR10 for France, SCMNFDE10 for Germany and SCMNFIT10 for Italy.

LoL, Sandra

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