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Swiss flair

When it comes to money and diplomacy, Switzerland is an influential global player. But do other aspects of the national brand suit a broader international role? We asked seven of its best about what the future holds.
Under the influence

Isolationism has taken the shine off the perception of the US. But its foreign policy remains tightly interwoven with much of the world. As a new president takes office, what do its allies want?
New horizon

In Sweden’s far north a revolution is under way that could transform how Europe lights its cities and powers its industries. We take a trip to Norrbotten, where the future is looking green.
Going viral

How one Swiss ad agency took up the challenge of raising coronavirus awareness and spread the message throughout the nation.
Neutral beauty

Many countries aim to be like Switzerland, with its stability, affluence and exceptional services. But what does that really mean? For starters, it’s far more than ‘chocolate diplomacy’.
Crystal ball

With the world in a state of upheaval, forecasting firms are helping to show us the future – but can they?
Hot desks

As the world of work becomes more fluid, flexible office space will be in demand. Investor Philippe Peress is betting on a Geneva site that allows firms to scale up or down. Take a seat.
Silicon Alps

Switzerland had a reputation for dreaming up ingenious tech ideas but being terrible at exploiting them. Now a clever network is selling Swiss breakthroughs to investors.
Culture clash

Although Basel has long laid claim to being Switzerland’s art capital, Zürich has its eyes on the title too. And with a clutch of world-class galleries moving into the latter’s city centre, it increasingly has the creative clout of a contender.
Community service

Launched as a culture magazine, ‘Kolt’ now serves the residents of a small Swiss town with a unique, reader-supported approach to local journalism.
Refined palette

Swiss chef Andreas Caminada is a connoisseur of fine art as well as food. We sample the works hanging on his restaurants’ walls.
Group dynamics

Having established their own community spaces, two artistic initiatives are finding strength in collective endeavour. We meet the people behind a new global arts destination in London and the duo whose converted power station is energising a German city.
Redefining rural

Meet the designers giving the rustic charm of the Swiss countryside a smart update.
Making your day

Priding itself on producing the most desirable, high-octane treats – from your morning coffee to the linen you sleep in – Switzerland has every minute covered. Here’s how its exports see you through from dusk till dawn.
Safe haven

The modernist Swiss embassy in Canberra is a paean to the possibilities that concrete offered its gifted architects.
Power trip

There’s a once-in-a-lifetime urban-mobility revolution ahead. Honda is betting on a car made for nippy trips and tight streets. Hop in.
Grape delights

A new generation of vignerons in France’s Jura valley are charming (and challenging) international tastes.
In good taste

Regional produce, a passion for perfection and a rejection of the latest fads shows how a country can have an enviable culinary culture. We take a tour of the quietly pioneering Swiss food landscape.
Stitch in time

We size up the family-run Swiss fabric producer putting a new spin on age-old traditions.

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Fashion / COATS

In the trenches

Need to boost your winter style but no sure how? Jack it up with a statement outer layer. These contemporary takes on classic coats guarantee a hot look.

Stylist: Shun Katakai

Photography: Yuhki Yamamoto

jacket by Bally (Switzerland)

jacket by Comoli (Japan)

jacket by Kaptain Sunshine (Japan)

jacket by Ten C (Italy)

coat by Lemaire (France)

coat by Leno (Japan)

jacket by Barbour (UK), jumper by Herill, shirt by LE, trousers by United Arrows, socks by Uniqlo, trainers by Adidas

jacket by Colmar (Italy)

jacket by Klättermusen (Sweden)

coat by Loro Piana (Italy)

jacket by Montedoro (Italy)

coat by Emporio Armani (Italy)

jacket by Mackintosh (UK)

coat by United Arrows (Japan)

coat by Prada (Italy)

coat by Herill (Japan)

coat by Yleve (Japan)

coat by Uniqlo (Japan)

coat by Margaret Howell (UK)

coat by F/CE (Japan)

coat by Herno (Italy)

coat by Graphpaper (Japan)

coat by EngineeredGarments (USA)

jacket by On (Switzerland)

coat by Louis Vuitton (France)

jacket by Blurhms (Japan)

coat by Goldwin (Japan)

jacket by Parajumpers (Italy)

coat by Auralee (Japan)

coat by Aspesi (Italy)

Hair & Makeup: Narumi Tsukuba. Models: Juli Noguchi & Kou

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