Take your pleasure seriously... As we usher into the new year, the words of Charles Eames resonate: “Take your pleasure seriously.” In many a creation of Eames, I find a daily source of joy and a reminder to approach life with a serious commitment to material and philosophical pleasure. ...

Take your pleasure seriously... As we usher into the new year, the words of Charles Eames resonate: “Take your pleasure seriously.” In many a creation of Eames, I find a daily source of joy and a reminder to approach life with a serious commitment to material and philosophical pleasure. ...

Salvatore Ferragamo Dromedario (single-humped camel) Fall/Winter 1972–73 Printed cotton Museo Ferragamo, Florence ’In 1971, Fulvia, one of the daughters of Salvatore and Wanda Ferragamo, persuaded her mother to produce printed silk scarves and accessories with the Ferragamo brand. In this ...

Salvatore Ferragamo Dromedario (single-humped camel) Fall/Winter 1972–73 Printed cotton Museo Ferragamo, Florence ’In 1971, Fulvia, one of the daughters of Salvatore and Wanda Ferragamo, persuaded her mother to produce printed silk scarves and accessories with the Ferragamo brand. In this ...

A t this summer’s Saanen Brocante, I saw a photograph of St Niklaus Kapelle (the little chapel in the centre of Gstaad) taken way back in time. So long ago that the only other landmarks in the image are three barns, a single-track road bordered by a rickety wooden fence and (of course) the mountains. ...

A t this summer’s Saanen Brocante, I saw a photograph of St Niklaus Kapelle (the little chapel in the centre of Gstaad) taken way back in time. So long ago that the only other landmarks in the image are three barns, a single-track road bordered by a rickety wooden fence and (of course) the mountains. ...

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TINO ZERVUDACHI was born and educated in London at Le Lycée Français and thereafter apprenticed to the celebrated British interior designer David Mlinaric. London was also the meeting place of his parents: an Irish mother and Greek father, from Egypt, who had moved there a few years after ...

TINO ZERVUDACHI was born and educated in London at Le Lycée Français and thereafter apprenticed to the celebrated British interior designer David Mlinaric. London was also the meeting place of his parents: an Irish mother and Greek father, from Egypt, who had moved there a few years after ...

Graff unveils the Tilda’s Bow Collection, a testament to unconditional love and timeless family bonds – a celebration of devotion perfectly tied. In a captivating brand campaign inspired by Laurence Graff’s cherished connection with his granddaughter, the collection reimagines the ...

Graff unveils the Tilda’s Bow Collection, a testament to unconditional love and timeless family bonds – a celebration of devotion perfectly tied. In a captivating brand campaign inspired by Laurence Graff’s cherished connection with his granddaughter, the collection reimagines the ...

CHANEL AT CASA GSTAAD Always fun to see what Antonia Crespí is up to in her kaleidoscopic exposé chalet. This season, it will be home to Chanel’s chic pop-up store, where the entire Chanel universe is brought together for the first time in Gstaad. Virginie Viard’s latest ...

CHANEL AT CASA GSTAAD Always fun to see what Antonia Crespí is up to in her kaleidoscopic exposé chalet. This season, it will be home to Chanel’s chic pop-up store, where the entire Chanel universe is brought together for the first time in Gstaad. Virginie Viard’s latest ...

Father of abstraction in western art, Vasily Kandinsky (1866–1944) painted this Réciproque (1935) in Paris, where he relocated in 1933 after the dissolution of Bauhaus: not a style, but a school in three German locations founded at the end of WWI. Other prominent members were artist Paul ...

Father of abstraction in western art, Vasily Kandinsky (1866–1944) painted this Réciproque (1935) in Paris, where he relocated in 1933 after the dissolution of Bauhaus: not a style, but a school in three German locations founded at the end of WWI. Other prominent members were artist Paul ...

The GYC Racing Team, led by Peter Erzberger, has demonstrated exceptional effectiveness and success in securing significant victories that have brought recognition to the Saanenland region. This triumph reflects the dedication of the GYC Racing Team committee. It underscores Peter Erzberger’s ...

The GYC Racing Team, led by Peter Erzberger, has demonstrated exceptional effectiveness and success in securing significant victories that have brought recognition to the Saanenland region. This triumph reflects the dedication of the GYC Racing Team committee. It underscores Peter Erzberger’s ...

Since 2007 Pedro Ferreira has been co-director and sommelier at Le Grand Chalet. Pedro spoke to GstaadLife about team spirit, vintages and a passion for wine.

Since 2007 Pedro Ferreira has been co-director and sommelier at Le Grand Chalet. Pedro spoke to GstaadLife about team spirit, vintages and a passion for wine.

Under the shadowy veil of a misty November evening, I encountered Julie as she meticulously affixed the logo to the door, prompting me to inquire about what "bar" she was opening.

Under the shadowy veil of a misty November evening, I encountered Julie as she meticulously affixed the logo to the door, prompting me to inquire about what "bar" she was opening.

This year’s hiking highlight to explore with friends and family, the snowshoe trail called the Zauberweg, is themed Luna Park. When you explore the magic snowshoe hike through the winter forest, it will feature 17 light, sound, and video installations all inspired by amusement parks.

This year’s hiking highlight to explore with friends and family, the snowshoe trail called the Zauberweg, is themed Luna Park. When you explore the magic snowshoe hike through the winter forest, it will feature 17 light, sound, and video installations all inspired by amusement parks.

A Journey Through War, while at Marie José College In loving memory of Princess India d’Afghanistan, who passed away on 13 October 2023. Nadja and her sister India’s arrival at Marie José College was a consequence of the war that commenced in Italy in 1940. At that time, the ...

A Journey Through War, while at Marie José College In loving memory of Princess India d’Afghanistan, who passed away on 13 October 2023. Nadja and her sister India’s arrival at Marie José College was a consequence of the war that commenced in Italy in 1940. At that time, the ...

Lunch suggestions for both skiers and non-skiers.

Lunch suggestions for both skiers and non-skiers.

Clinic Les Alpes is an exceptionally private and secluded retreat. Located in a setting of outstanding natural beauty in the mountains close to the town of Montreux, Switzerland, the clinic has the added convenience of proximity to all major swiss airports.

Clinic Les Alpes is an exceptionally private and secluded retreat. Located in a setting of outstanding natural beauty in the mountains close to the town of Montreux, Switzerland, the clinic has the added convenience of proximity to all major swiss airports.

Have you seen The Palace, the latest film by Roman Polanski? Me neither. At least not yet. And perhaps not for a while to come. Because while the film has been released in a limited number of countries, I believe it hasn’t yet found distribution in the US or the UK. So it’s just as well ...

Have you seen The Palace, the latest film by Roman Polanski? Me neither. At least not yet. And perhaps not for a while to come. Because while the film has been released in a limited number of countries, I believe it hasn’t yet found distribution in the US or the UK. So it’s just as well ...

What about some aprés ski shopping for a new car or collectable? Previews are from today, 28 December, until 7PM, and tomorrow, the 29th, from 10AM; the auction starts on the 29th at 4PM.

What about some aprés ski shopping for a new car or collectable? Previews are from today, 28 December, until 7PM, and tomorrow, the 29th, from 10AM; the auction starts on the 29th at 4PM.

East meets West at Studio Naegeli with photographer and artist Hannes Schmid and painter and illustrator Mikhail Romadin.

East meets West at Studio Naegeli with photographer and artist Hannes Schmid and painter and illustrator Mikhail Romadin.

Renowned Photographer Marshall Vernet Unveils Striking 'Alpine Whispers' Exhibition at Alpine Properties in Gstaad

Renowned Photographer Marshall Vernet Unveils Striking 'Alpine Whispers' Exhibition at Alpine Properties in Gstaad

A little shopping never killed no-one. Here is a red-hot selection for your Christmas holidays.

A little shopping never killed no-one. Here is a red-hot selection for your Christmas holidays.