This interview is taken from: 30 Grad Magazine, Issue 2019/2
"Mediocre? Never!"

Swiss creative director Beda Achermann propagated his style with the Men's Vogue in the mid 80s. Ever since then, everything he has touched is considered to be art. Today, he runs a creative studio in Zurich that does everything, from ads for tights to fashion magazines, and generally focuses on the finer things in life.
Handsome people, beautiful paintings, fine products. How do you relax after seeing such beauty?
I'm not a big fan of pure beauty. I like things that are authentic. This is why I run. I like to call myself the "eye-jogger."
What is an "eyejogger"?
Today at six in the morning, I went for a run on the Zürichberg. It was foggy and the sun was shining through the trees and there even were two deer. Kitsch indeed, but very beautiful. I love kitsch. Those are real moments.
Your style is considered legendary. You have often been voted one of the bestdressed men. What does the Achermann style look like?
You travel a lot. What's an essential part of your morning routine?
Why not?
Photo: Claudia Klein