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THIS SEASON, EMBRACE DOMINATING, GOLD, ONE-OF-A-KIND HIGH JEWELRY PIECES.
CREATIVE AND FASHION DIRECTOR ADRIENNE FAUROTE PHOTOS COURTESY OF RESPECTIVE BRANDS
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1. Bvlgari Magnifica high jewelry monete necklace in yellow gold, set with 1 bronze coin and pavé-set diamonds, price upon request; readers can call 1-800-BVLGARI for more information 2. David Yurman high jewelry stax bangle bracelet in yellow gold with diamonds, price upon request; davidyurman.com 3. Louis Vuitton LV volt mesh ring, yellow gold and diamond, $12,700; available at select Louis Vuitton stores and louisvuitton.com 4. Foundrae snake set of four 18-karat gold, diamond, and enamel rings, $7,410; net-a-porter.com 5. Cartier Sixième Sens High Jewelry earrings, 18-karat yellow gold, topazes, onyx, colored diamonds, diamonds, price upon request; available by appointment only at select Cartier boutiques nationwide 6. Buccellati macri earrings in 18-karat yellow and white gold with diamonds, $11,000; buccellati.com 7. Gucci Hortus Deliciarum bracelet in yellow gold, yellow beryls, and diamonds; price and availability upon request
THE BEST NEW SKI RESORTS IN THE WORLD
HIT THE SLOPES AND APRÈS-SKI IN STYLE (COVID RESTRICTIONS NOTWITHSTANDING) AT THESE NEWLY OPENED OR NEWLY REMODELED MOUNTAIN HOTELS.
BY LAURA SCHREFFLER
NIEHKU
Sweden is known for its cutting-edge aesthetic and eco-friendly innovation, and both can be found in spades at Swedish Lapland’s Niehku Mountain Villa, just north of the Arctic Circle. Although its concept, as conceived by Krook & Tjäder, with interiors by award-winning design agency Stylt, is purely modern, it still pays homage to the past as the hotel is literally built on the site of a once-historic train line roundhouse that ferried iron ore. It’s a beautiful place to spend time relaxing to be sure, but this is also an area known for its heli-skiing thanks to more than 60 mountain peaks and over 3,000 miles of terrain, with vertical drops of up to almost a mile. Because of its location, it’s also a spot where you might ski underneath the Northern Lights and that concept — like its name implies (Niehku is the Northern Sami word for dream) — is literally a dream come true. Lokvändarvägen 20, 981 94 Riksgränsen, Sweden, niehku.com
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CALDERA HOUSE
For a truly intimate experience and amazing skiing, head to Caldera House, an eight-suite luxury hotel and alpine club in Jackson Hole’s Teton Village. Each of the hotel’s four-bedroom suites features a private jacuzzi, large openformat kitchens that can be fully prestocked before arrival, elegant dining rooms, a home theater, soaking tubs, and patios with fire pits. Guests will also have 24-hour access to the on-site spa and athletic club, which includes a fitness studio equipped with Peloton bikes, a yoga corner, heated outdoor infinity plunge pool, and cedar dry sauna. Here, you can ski and snowboard the day away in the Grand Tetons, or indulge in awesome, unique offerings such as a private photography experience in the Grand Teton National Park, a Bode Miller private coaching ski session, backcountry heli-skiing through the Jackson Hole wilderness, and a vintage sleigh ride dinner. 447 Chem. de la Rocaille, 74120 Megève, France, fourseasons.com/megevechalets
HIGASHIYAMA NISEKO VILLAGE, A RITZ-CARLTON RESERVE
For those who have always dreamed of skiing premium powder in the fairytale destination of Hokkaido, Japan, now is your chance to make your fantasy a reality. The property, which opened in December 2020, is positioned at the base of Mount Niseko Annupuri in the heart of Niseko Village, with over 2,100 acres of skiable terrain and access to extensive backcountry skiing as well as an international ski school, a dining and retail venue, an outdoor activity park, and two world-class golf courses. The inspiration behind the ultra-luxury resort lies in the Japanese proverb “Kachou Fuugetsu” (Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon) that encourages well-being through self-discoveries. Obviously, wellness would be important here, and so there is a holistic focus on wellness at the on-site spa, which offers tailored treatments and a traditional Japanese onsen with breathtaking views of Mount Yotei, the “Mount Fuji of Hokkaido.” The emphasis on well-being is also reflected in the culinary offerings, the philosophy behind which is “shun”, the celebration of seasonal produce harvested at its peak. After a day of skiing, relax in one of the resort’s 50 guest rooms and suites, which are all designed to frame nature via natural materials such as polished marble, fragrant cedarwood, and flame-brushed granite. 919-28 Soga, Niseko, Abuta District, Hokkaido 048-1522, Japan, ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/japan/higashiyama
THE LODGE AT BLUE SKY
If adventure is your bag, the Lodge at Blue Sky will be your jam. This luxurious, 46room mountain resort located on a private, 3,500-acre ranch outside of Park City, has debuted its new winter thrill program designed to highlight the best of Utah’s high desert topography in one day. This includes heli-skiing backcountry slopes in remote, high-alpine wilderness areas, a onehour flight to nearby Moab to experience geological formations and the area’s famous red rock landscape by mountain bike, canyoneering, hiking, and Hummer tours. Fare prepared by James Beard awardwinning chef Galen Zamarra is just the icing on the cake. 27649 Old Lincoln Hwy, Wanship, UT 84017, aubergeresorts.com/bluesky
PHOTOS COURTESY OF LES CHALETS DU MONT D’ARBOIS, MEGÈVE, A FOUR SEASONS HOTEL, MEGÈVE (TOP), CERVO MOUNTAIN RESORT (BOTTOM)
Nestled in Val d’Arly within easy reach of the ski resorts of Rochebrune, Jaillet, and Côte 2000 in the heart of France’s wildly beautiful Megève ski area is the Four Seasons Hotel Megève. This property, which opened in late 2019, is a downright treasure. It not only provides direct access to the slopes of Mont d’Arbois, but it’s also so dang chic! Architect Bruno Legrand and interior decorator Pierre-Yves Rochon worked hand-in-hand with owners, the de Rothschild family, (yes, that de Rothschild family) to curate a glamorous space highlighted by pieces of furniture and art from Ariane de Rothschild’s personal collection. The 41-room property is comprised of three chalets named after Baroness Benjamin de Rothschild’s daughters Eve, Noémie, and Alice with contrasting textures and materials featured throughout, with lively fabrics and bold statement pieces adding a contemporary look. All chalets offer access to the one-Michelin-starred restaurant, Prima, and the Spa by Bamford, an Alpine retreat featuring a heated indoor/outdoor pool with underwater music. Because it is now owned and operated by the Four Seasons, travelers will experience the personalized luxury touch that the hotel group offers, such as a helicopter Ski Safari to discover Mont Blanc; dogsledding tours led by a musher; direct access to the resort’s famous Les Mandarines slope; snowmobiling; and fat biking. Those who prefer to stay in and watch the snow fall can do so from the Spa at Four Seasons Hotel Megève, one of the largest of its kind in the French Alps that houses six treatment rooms (including a VIP suite for couples), a sauna, hammam, sensory shower, fitness center, salon, barber, and an herbal tea room lounge. 447 Chem. de la Rocaille, 74120 Megève, France, fourseasons.com/megevechalets
CERVO MOUNTAIN RESORT
The gorgeous Cervo Mountain Resort in Zermatt, Switzerland, one of the world’s most feted ski areas, debuted a new look early last year, making it even more of a prime choice for the jet set than ever before. Guests can expect 54 refreshed rooms and suites with three new alpine-focused concepts in nomad, alpinist, and huntsman styles with wooden surfaces, natural materials like granite and warm hues. Three in-house restaurants also reflect the property’s bid for sustainability, including Bazaar, which features a mostly plant-based menu; Ferdinand, which highlights regional dishes; and Madre Nostra, which focuses on naturally and locally procured fish and produce. Last but not least is the overhaul of Cervo’s Mountain Ashram Spa, which, as its name suggests, is an oasis in the midst of the mountains. Expect to find an herbal steam bath onsen, an outdoor sauna, tea yurt, Pilates, sound meditation, and yoga, among other supremely relaxing offerings. Riedweg 156, 3920 Zermatt, Switzerland, cervo.swiss
