The Art of Jewellery layering

For over half a century, Graff has operated at the very pinnacle of the high jewellery industry, discovering and crafting diamonds of brilliance and rarity, transforming the hidden wonders of the earth into spectacular pieces of jewellery that move the heart and stir the soul.

The Art of Jewellery layering

For over half a century, Graff has operated at the very pinnacle of the high jewellery industry, discovering and crafting diamonds of brilliance and rarity, transforming the hidden wonders of the earth into spectacular pieces of jewellery that move the heart and stir the soul.


Frank Desmedt on stage

Promise at dusk

A story full of humour and tenderness – one of the most moving stories ever written about maternal love and the fidelity of a son.

Frank Desmedt on stage

Promise at dusk

A story full of humour and tenderness – one of the most moving stories ever written about maternal love and the fidelity of a son.


The artistic director, Princess Caroline Murat, was delighted to open the 17th edition of the Gstaad New Year Music Festival.

A sign of joy!

“Exsultate, jubilate” – under this motto and with a veritable shout of joy, this year’s Gstaad New Year  Music Festival began in the packed church of Rougemont.

The artistic director, Princess Caroline Murat, was delighted to open the 17th edition of the Gstaad New Year Music Festival.

A sign of joy!

“Exsultate, jubilate” – under this motto and with a veritable shout of joy, this year’s Gstaad New Year  Music Festival began in the packed church of Rougemont.


Illustration: Wikimedia Commons

EXPAT ADVENTURES

As 2022 draws to a close, towns and cities around the world are putting the finishing touches to their New Year’s Eve plans. In London, Big Ben will once again play a central role, its bongs ringing out across the city after a multi-million pound renovation.

Illustration: Wikimedia Commons

EXPAT ADVENTURES

As 2022 draws to a close, towns and cities around the world are putting the finishing touches to their New Year’s Eve plans. In London, Big Ben will once again play a central role, its bongs ringing out across the city after a multi-million pound renovation.


Stylish success

Antonella Curioni moved to Gstaad in 1997 and set up her own boutique ten years later. The business has grown and strengthened beyond its initial focus on cashmere, proving that independent fashion can compete against the biggest brands. GstaadLife met with Antonella to talk fashion, design and the ...

Stylish success

Antonella Curioni moved to Gstaad in 1997 and set up her own boutique ten years later. The business has grown and strengthened beyond its initial focus on cashmere, proving that independent fashion can compete against the biggest brands. GstaadLife met with Antonella to talk fashion, design and the ...

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The best Winter Hotels in Switzerland

Every year the SonntagsZeitung publishes Karl Wild’s list of the 75 best winter hotels in Switzerland, ranging from 5 to 3 stars. Earning yourself a spot on the coveted list – or maintaining your position – amongst the best of the best is an accomplishment in itself, as competition ...
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The best Winter Hotels in Switzerland

Every year the SonntagsZeitung publishes Karl Wild’s list of the 75 best winter hotels in Switzerland, ranging from 5 to 3 stars. Earning yourself a spot on the coveted list – or maintaining your position – amongst the best of the best is an accomplishment in itself, as competition ...

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Eat well

Gault-Millau Guide, Switzerland, is, by self-proclamation at least, the “most important gourmet guide in the country”, with 870 restaurants listed in the guide. And only one year after Corona, the food scene is even more resilient and exciting than before, noted Gault-Millau editor-in-chief ...
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Eat well

Gault-Millau Guide, Switzerland, is, by self-proclamation at least, the “most important gourmet guide in the country”, with 870 restaurants listed in the guide. And only one year after Corona, the food scene is even more resilient and exciting than before, noted Gault-Millau editor-in-chief ...

Photograph: Press release

The Chlösterli Gstaad shines in the splendor

This winter, the renowned Chlösterli will reopen with Martin Bieri at the helm. The heart of the Chlösterli is formed by motivated chefs and staff, who will greet guests with exceptional service and dishes of the highest quality and creativity. In the innovative kitchen, Bieri and his team ...
Photograph: Press release

The Chlösterli Gstaad shines in the splendor

This winter, the renowned Chlösterli will reopen with Martin Bieri at the helm. The heart of the Chlösterli is formed by motivated chefs and staff, who will greet guests with exceptional service and dishes of the highest quality and creativity. In the innovative kitchen, Bieri and his team ...

The long and traditional history of the cows coming home

People come from far and wide to witness the cacophonous progression of the cows returning to their home, the Gstaad valley. But how long has this gone on for? Why is it such a special event? Read on for all you need to know about the local Züglete …

The long and traditional history of the cows coming home

People come from far and wide to witness the cacophonous progression of the cows returning to their home, the Gstaad valley. But how long has this gone on for? Why is it such a special event? Read on for all you need to know about the local Züglete …


Master runner

Charlotte Cotton is an international championship runner. Born in London, she lives in Spain, represents Belgium and spends large parts of each year in the Saanenland. Charlotte carved time out of her packed training and racing schedule to talk to GstaadLife.

Master runner

Charlotte Cotton is an international championship runner. Born in London, she lives in Spain, represents Belgium and spends large parts of each year in the Saanenland. Charlotte carved time out of her packed training and racing schedule to talk to GstaadLife.


Family values

Marc Stebler knows a thing or two about watches. He is a fourth-generation Stebler-Iff, a family with a long watchmaking and jewellery industry tradition. Following the family’s acquisition of Villiger Gstaad in 2019, Marc now heads up the boutique, renamed Stebler Gstaad.

Family values

Marc Stebler knows a thing or two about watches. He is a fourth-generation Stebler-Iff, a family with a long watchmaking and jewellery industry tradition. Following the family’s acquisition of Villiger Gstaad in 2019, Marc now heads up the boutique, renamed Stebler Gstaad.


The summer sandals that are sold out everywhere

Hermès are primarily known for their coveted Birkin bags, but a new product might just be taking over the show.

The summer sandals that are sold out everywhere

Hermès are primarily known for their coveted Birkin bags, but a new product might just be taking over the show.


The luxury of time: Gstaad habituées at the forefront of bejewelled 1960s watch renaissance

While auctioneers Christie’s and Sotheby’s flogged the collections of Elizabeth Taylor and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis after their deaths, watches identical to theirs were reissued recently both by Piaget to unbridled success.

The luxury of time: Gstaad habituées at the forefront of bejewelled 1960s watch renaissance

While auctioneers Christie’s and Sotheby’s flogged the collections of Elizabeth Taylor and Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis after their deaths, watches identical to theirs were reissued recently both by Piaget to unbridled success.


The best après-ski, avant de dîner drink spots

There’s nothing quite like unwinding with an aperitif after a long day skiing, reminiscing on your friend’s speedy time down the Tiger Run, or having a laugh at your partner’s tumble off the T-bar.

The best après-ski, avant de dîner drink spots

There’s nothing quite like unwinding with an aperitif after a long day skiing, reminiscing on your friend’s speedy time down the Tiger Run, or having a laugh at your partner’s tumble off the T-bar.


The Infinity Tiara

The extraordinary Infinity Tiara is an intricately crafted, incredibly complex design that swirls skywards in spirals of scintillation. The tiara is all the more magnificent for its crowning glory: the record-breaking Infinity Diamond.

The Infinity Tiara

The extraordinary Infinity Tiara is an intricately crafted, incredibly complex design that swirls skywards in spirals of scintillation. The tiara is all the more magnificent for its crowning glory: the record-breaking Infinity Diamond.


Graff: The art of storytelling

The girl who created the stars – the ancient folk tale provided the first spark of inspiration for Graff’s striking and sensual Tribal collection.

Graff: The art of storytelling

The girl who created the stars – the ancient folk tale provided the first spark of inspiration for Graff’s striking and sensual Tribal collection.


A spray of diamonds

Graff’s floral brooch is an extraordinary piece of craftsmanship, featuring 63 carats of diamonds, including 17 carats of round pink diamonds.

A spray of diamonds

Graff’s floral brooch is an extraordinary piece of craftsmanship, featuring 63 carats of diamonds, including 17 carats of round pink diamonds.


Handbags as an investment?

Handbags as an investment? I too was taken aback. But reality bears repeating given the number of men who collect them. Invest in Hermès: Birkin and Kelly handbags to be precise.

Handbags as an investment?

Handbags as an investment? I too was taken aback. But reality bears repeating given the number of men who collect them. Invest in Hermès: Birkin and Kelly handbags to be precise.


An Enthusiast for people and machines

The Gstaad Automobile Club has had a new president since this spring. Stephane Gutzwiller has taken over this office from Hansueli Brand. For fifteen years, the passionate petrolhead from Feutersoey shaped the activities of this club.

An Enthusiast for people and machines

The Gstaad Automobile Club has had a new president since this spring. Stephane Gutzwiller has taken over this office from Hansueli Brand. For fifteen years, the passionate petrolhead from Feutersoey shaped the activities of this club.


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Travelling out of the country?

Our regular contributor Anna Charles recently travelled from Britain to Switzerland. Everything worked out despite the extraordinary situation throughout Europe but she has a few insights for people who need to make international travels now.

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Travelling out of the country?

Our regular contributor Anna Charles recently travelled from Britain to Switzerland. Everything worked out despite the extraordinary situation throughout Europe but she has a few insights for people who need to make international travels now.

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