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DEAR JOHN TWENTY YEARS AFTER THE DEATH OF THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN BARD, ASPEN HONORS ITS MUSICAL HERO.
Johnny Colorado: A onetime poet laureate of the state, John Denver, who died 20 years ago this October, was the voice of the Rockies. CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Performing at ChicagoFest in 1982; in Colorado circa 1970; performing in the UK in 1990; riding his horse on his Aspen ranch in 1990.
In early autumn, Aspen’s mountains are aflame with leafy color. As October 12 approaches, we denizens of these hills return from our hikes to find circles of singers in our parks and near the Roaring Fork River, by then a murmuring trickle. International visitors bring guitars and memories of John Denver, who died on that day in 1997. A series of concerts— some with Denver’s surviving bandmates,
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some by tribute artists, many impromptu—draws full houses and, quite often, tears. This annual ritual, now a full 20 years old, is far too poignant to prompt the derision that Denver himself often suffered in his life. I know. I was among those too hip to dig the granny-glasses-andembroidered-shirt shtick. Then I heard him sing live. “I had the same experience,” says Danny
Wheetman, a fiddler and backup singer in Denver’s last band. “I couldn’t relate to his recordings. I was playing Bob Wills tunes— I was ‘cool.’ But some performers have an inexplicable live magic, and that was John. We played the Kennedy Center for three nights and added extra shows, sold-out every night. Ten, 20, 30 thousand people singing every word of every song cannot be argued with.”
A local artist once scrambling for après-ski gigs, Wheetman found a new perspective on performing during his extensive travels with Denver. “There were many times backstage after a show, John would greet fans and inevitably someone emerged from a gaggle of autograph-seekers, weeping, to say, ‘Thank you for saving my life,’ or ‘my son’s life,’ or ‘my wife’s life.’ I don’t care how hip you think you are, that’s
powerful stuff, and it’s beyond taste.” John Denver felt Aspen’s call long before he settled here. He chose his stage name in his teens, in Texas. “Rocky Mountain High” is one of Colorado’s two state songs and John Denver’s anthem. May you never be too hip to open your heart to the healing that a beautiful voice, an acoustic guitar, and an exquisite mountain setting can bring to your life.
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Thrilling polo—not to mention Champagne and caviar—proved irresistible to attendees at last year’s debut polo benefit for the Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation, which returns this year as one of summer’s must-attend events.
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SCENE 61 // CULTURE CAPITAL!
Local greens, tomatoes, sweet potatoes, haricots verts, and eggs join wild salmon for a Niçoise salad at Market Street Kitchen, one of two Basalt debuts taking seasonality and local sourcing to another level.
64 // BREATH OF FRESH AIR Valley-born “it” couple Brittany and Colter Van Domelen are turning a yoga studio into a beacon of health.
68 // LOCALS ONLY Two Basalt debuts take farm-totable to heart.
70 // MOUNTAIN MAN With a spate of big-screen turns, Colorado native Geoff Stults’s Hollywood star is on the rise.
72 // LA VIE EN ROSÉ Celebrating the 10th vintage of its buzzy flagship rosé, Château d’Esclans brings a taste of St.-Tropez to the mountains.
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Some of the world’s most eminent chefs, artists, and bands are all coming to town. Here, the five can’t-miss events this Aspen summer season.
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“Aspen’s market is experiencing an upswing,” says Douglas Elliman broker Joshua Saslove, who represents Mopani Estate, a mountain contemporary home nestled high on Buttermilk Mountain and featuring exquisite finishes and exacting attention to detail.
Aspenites Brittany and Colter Van Domelen are turning O2 Aspen Studio & Spa into the valley’s health and wellness nucleus.
STYLE 75 // LADY BE LUXE New York designer (and winterseason hit) Valentina Kova extends her Aspen residency through summer—and adds a new exclusive collection.
78 // DOWN TO EARTH Metallic hues and rustic earth tones set the scene for a summer in the mountains.
80 // PACIFIC SHINE The resident jeweler to SoCal’s swell set debuts Coloradoexclusive designs in its new shop at The Little Nell.
82 // MOUNTAIN HOUSE Louis Vuitton chases the endless winter with a chalet remake of its Aspen boutique.
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At only 22, Vail native and overall FIS Ski World Cup champion Mikaela Shiffrin is blowing her alpine racing competition away.
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84 // SCENTS OF STYLE This year’s hottest runway trends blend perfectly with the season’s most intoxicating eaux.
86 // THE TIME FOR LUXURY The best of the best from SIHH are turning heads in Aspen.
FEATURES 92 // GOLDEN GIRL With her overall World Cup win in Aspen, Mikaela Shiffrin is officially alpine skiing’s queen—and she’s just getting started.
96 // FIELD REPORT Airy embroidery and billowing silhouettes summon the calm of the heartland—and settle in the long summer days with languorous ease.
104 // MOUNTAIN OF INSPIRATION Writers have long flocked to the high country for the time, space, and calm to work. Now it’s Aspen’s literary institutions that are furnishing today’s finest fiction.
SPACE 111 // THE NEW WAY A residential stunner on Willoughby Way offers a contemporary benchmark for the Aspen lifestyle.
Six of town’s top brokers take Aspen’s real estate pulse.
116 // THE TIDE HAS TURNED Buyers can’t get enough of the valley’s riverside properties, which bring the high country experience from the peaks to the water.
118 // GARDEN OF EDEN With Aspen TREE, Eden Vardy brings the focus back to the land.
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Home on the range: This summer’s womenswear takes inspiration from the fields.
Leoda top ($299) and Maria skirt ($425), Ulla Johnson. Max, 609 E. Cooper Ave., 970-5443445; maxclothing.com. 18k rose-gold Signature earrings, Tamara Comolli ($2,200). Neiman Marcus, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Denver, 303-329-2600; neiman marcus.com. Bracelet, Sydney Evan ($355). Pitkin County Dry Goods, 520 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-1681; pitkincounty drygoods.com. Boots, Chloé ($1,430). chloe.com
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SPORT 121 // SPIN CYCLE Governor John Hickenlooper speaks to building the “best state for biking.”
122 // SUMMER SWEAT Three of Aspen’s wintertime all-stars talk summer sports.
124 // ALL SYSTEMS GO Meet the must-have tech gear fueling summer performance.
THE SOURCE 127 // SCENE Indulge in insider Aspen with the best of arts, dining, and nightlife.
132 // STYLE Shop and sparkle with the fashion, jewelry, and spas that will have you looking your best.
138 // SPACE
Skier Wiley Maple is one of many winter athletes who relishes the Aspen summer. His seasonal fix: mountain biking. “You can get way up in the mountains in a relatively short time,” he says. “And you get the thrill of the descent on the way down.”
144 // SPORT Running, biking, climbing, fishing: Aspen is always on the move.
ASPEN INSPIRED 152 // IN TOW A proud valley resident gives her son the high-country childhood of her dreams.
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I WAS RECENTLY BEQUEATHED ALL OF MY FAMILY’S PHOTOS, mostly slides that my mother, Leila, shot with her ever-present camera. Together, they’re a 60-year chronicle of five closeknit Chicago clans. I had to find and buy a vintage slide viewer, and sorting them was daunting. But it was less like jumping down a rabbit hole and more like running a downhill race, with huge compressions and surprising jumps. In the summer of 1962, following a fateful invitation from fellow Girl Scout troop leader Mary Millard, Mom loaded the station wagon with her four children in the back, drove over Independence Pass when it was still a dirt road, and coasted into Shangri-La. The bait Mary had used was a
suggestion that Leila audit piano master classes at the Aspen Music Festival. But no matter: Mom fell in love with Aspen. We were city folk—not at all a rock-climbing, adventurous, outdoor bunch. We blundered our way into a lifelong passion for hiking Hunter Creek, fishing Maroon Lake, skiing Aspen Mountain, hunting mushrooms, picnicking at Crater Lake, and bike riding everywhere we could. We had to ease our way into it, becoming one with Aspen. As I organized and curated three hundred-pound boxes of slides of her children and grandchildren, I discovered generations of others that Liela had turned on to Aspen via trips from Chicago—be they high-school-sponsored or
rock-hunting-focused. Some slides are of the early Aspen airport and a Greyhound bus shack that doubled as the Rocky Mountain “Scareways” terminal, where my father flew in on weekends during the summer, when we’d spend the whole season in the valley. In the winter, whenever we could, we chaperoned ski groups from Chicago that (cleverly) paid for our family trips to the mountains. Has the town changed? Yes. For myself, I no longer sling soup at the Sundeck, as I did when I moved to Aspen full-time in 1976. I’m no longer the only (though I am still the first) woman ski patroller on Aspen Mountain, a last bastion of ski-world male supremacy. (Ha! At least I changed one thing…) But my friendships
have remained constant. I still ski my favorite lines and mountain bike the Fairy Trails, where Leila adopted a gorgeous gypsy hippie family that lived in a teepee there. Their children were all beautiful towheaded forest creatures. As with a long marriage, a town slowly becomes a different person to the one you married. I’ve rolled with the changes and been changed along the way; protested change and embraced it. I’ll continue to love and chronicle this town as my mother did—and as I know my children will continue to do. L’dor va’dor.
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY ERIC WAGENKNECHT (WAGENKNECHT); SANDER OLSON/RED MTN PRODUCTIONS (SADOWSKY); CHRISTINE GOLDSTEIN (JALBERT)
from left: Susan Wagenknecht’s Snow Angel hats jumped out and floored me at the SIA trade show in Denver; enjoying the World Snow Polo finals at Rio Grande Park with my husband, Dan Sadowsky, and our Australian shepherd, Phoebe (hers is the only real fur!); I ran into cinematographer and skiing legend Joe Jay Jalbert at the Hotel Jerome ballroom, which hosted a World Cup weekend event celebrating 50 years of pro ski racing in Aspen. Fun fact: Jalbert was Robert Redford’s double in the 1969 classic Downhill Racer.
…WITHOUT WHOM THIS ISSUE WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN POSSIBLE
A former editor at Powder, Strokes—an Oregon native who landed in Aspen in 2010 and has written for The Atlantic, Outside, Surfer, and other publications—penned three stories for this issue, including a roundup of the season’s must-have gear (page 124). What piece of gear can you not live without? My Felt e-bike. It’s my car and kid transporter. The pedal-assist means we can cruise at 20 mph with little effort and maximum fun. Sunny Saturday in Aspen—where can you be found? I usually take my 3-year-old to the farmers market and then up the gondola to play in what we call the “highaltitude sandbox.” In the evening, we play and picnic at one of our favorite river beaches. Who would be your ultimate interview? Freya Stark, a British explorer and travel writer—and spy!— who was the first Westerner to travel many regions of the Middle East.
KELLY J. HAYES A writer and broadcaster who authors a weekly wine column in The Aspen Times, Hayes is an Old Snowmass resident and avid runner. He explores how the valley breeds literature in “Mountain of Inspiration” (page 104). What’s the best book you read last year? Barbarian Days: A Surfing Life by William Finnegan. The romance of surf and the ’60s. What is the “running decathlon”? I am on a quest to complete a self-created challenge, which consists of 10 running events, from the 100-meter to the marathon, in the places where the world records in each event were set. The ultimate goal is to raise funds for Amanda Boxtel’s Bridging Bionics Foundation (bridging bionics.org; race2walk 2016.com), which helps those with spinal injuries regain mobility. Where do you most want to travel next, and why? Berlin. Lisbon. Brussels. Seville... I’ve got races to run!
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TESS WEAVER STROKES
bright & shiny things
ALI MARGO
YOSSI MICHAELI
For 15 years, Margo, whose work has been published in The New York Times, Outside, and Skiing, has written “The Aspen Princess,” her award-winning weekly column in The Aspen Times. In “Aspen Inspired” (page 152), she describes giving her son the Roaring Fork childhood of her dreams.
Israeli-born and New York-based, Michaeli has published his photography in international editions of Vogue, Elle, GQ, and HarperÕs Bazaar and has collaborated with clients such as H&M, Fila, and Avon. He shot our summer fashion feature (page 96).
What have been your latest adventures? After having a baby boy, everything is an adventure—everything from riding the Ajax gondola to biking the Rio Grande Trail takes on a whole new meaning. What’s changed in the valley since you first arrived? At first, I loved that Aspen was so cosmopolitan and that there was so much culture (not to mention a hopping bar scene) in such a small mountain town. Now it’s more about raising my son in the mountains. I have a whole new level of appreciation for the quality of life we have in this valley.
What is your favorite way to stage a shoot? Generally speaking, I just love to shoot outdoors. The light is changing all the time; it is very dynamic, and I try to use it to my advantage. Which are your go-to cameras? Canon for 35mm, Hasselblad for medium format. I started with both on film, when it was still around, and stuck to them. It’s all about equipment you feel comfortable with. What are some challenges with shooting fashion? There needs to be harmony—the lighting, poses, styling, makeup, hair. Exchanging ideas beforehand and working with great professionals usually does the trick!
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THE LIST SUMMER/FALL 2017
Karen Nern
Elton John
Marianne Boesky
Peter Marino
Josh Thorne
James S. Levine
Suzanne Anker
Cassandra Shoenberger
Mark Logan
Deborah Breen
Catherine Chalmers
Jay Cohen
Kathy Honea
Charles Cunniffe
Eliane Elias
Miles Angelo
Lauren Wilder
Susan O’Bryan
Rachel Price
Capucine Sedan
Jane DeMar
Kathleen McInnis
Jon Baptiste
Amy Whittlemore
Elias Miller
Cathy Bern
Pam Brendlinger
Erica Keswin
Julie Engels
Marc Bern
Erin Heintz
Jeff Keswin
Maria Allende
Lauren Petersen
Daniel Barnes
Melina Glavas
Fernando Allende
Marilyn Frias
Wangechi Mutu
Susanne Morrison
Ilka Štuhec
Kelly Alford
Pagge Wheatley
Ramona Bruland
Ken Libman
Charlotte Lena Souki
Jenny Emblom
John Oates
Skippy Mesirow
Julie L. Meyers
Maslin Mellick
Sandy Israel
Kathleen Calahan
Lara Whitley
Reilly Gallagher
May Selby
Pamela Longobardi
Jody Guralnick
Jared Goulet
Gina Murdoch
Jeanne Greenberg
Fred Tomaselli
Andy Modell
Lois Baker
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INVITED Buddies in biking: Aspen Mayor Steve Skadron joined Governor John Hickenlooper at the Caribou Club to announce Colorado’s $100 million statewide commitment to cycling infrastructure.
WHEELS KEEP ON TURNIN’
PHOTOGRAPHY BY SANDER OLSON/RED MTN PRODUCTIONS
AT ASPEN’S TONY CARIBOU CLUB, COLORADO’S GOVERNOR SPEAKS TO THE STATE’S ENORMOUS INVESTMENT IN BICYCLE SHARING AND INFRASTRUCTURE. Pam Alexander hosted special guests Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper and Ken Gart, principal of Gart Properties and chairman of the board of Denver’s B-cycle bike-sharing program, and whom Governor Hickenlooper calls the state’s “bike czar,” at the Caribou Club to speak on the progress of
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INVITED the governor’s $100 million commitment to the Colorado Pedals Initiative. Sixteen new bike trails are being constructed over the next four years to enhance Colorado’s place as the best state to ride a bike. The four-year plan and $100 million budget will also allow Colorado to add bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, better understand and market the cycling industry, and support awareness and education efforts to promote cycling safety.
Mark Godomsky and John Bucksbaum
Hunter Pierson with Teresa and Joe Dowd
Lori Dresner and Peter Wycoff
Linda and Bob Gersh
George Newman, Mayor Steve Skadron, Governor John Hickenlooper, Pam Alexander, and Rachel Richards
Chris Davenport and Ken Gart
Dale Will, Bruce Etkin, and Laurel Gilbert
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Governor John Hickenlooper
Chris and Leslie Kehmeier
John and Jeannie Seybold
John, Jan, and Emily Sarpa with Bre Meyers
Dan Sadowsky and Deborah Breen with Helen and Wally Obermeyer
PHOTOGRAPHY BY SANDER OLSON/RED MTN PRODUCTIONS
Ken Gart and Sydney Gart
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Nikki Boxer, Chantal Henderson, and Hagen Freihoff
John Sarpa, Pam Alexander, Chuck Frias, and Deborah Breen
Kathryn McMillian and Marcia Goshorn
Josh Woitas, Summer Trembley, Amy Rutkowski, and John Lassalette
ASPEN VALLEY HOSPITAL BENEFIT AT MONCLER Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation President and CEO Deborah Breen, board members John Sarpa, Ernie Fyrwald, Pam Alexander, and Chuck Frias, and guests came together at Moncler, on the Hyman Avenue Mall, to benefit the new Women’s Imaging Center at Aspen Valley Hospital. Partygoers got a preview of the FrenchItalian brand’s chic Grenoble Collection as they sipped Prosecco and enjoyed tuna tartare with truffle oil and other delectable bites from Caribou Catering.
Valentina Kova, Amy Whittlemore, and Aileen Wallace Rose Burtin, Nando Gutierrez, Lisa Heil, Trish Marinelli, and Erica Wilson
Nando Gutierrez and Amy Rutkowski
Bill Stolz, Deborah Breen, Richard Edwards, and Lynne Rosenfield
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Ernie Fyrwald, Chuck Frias, John Sarpa, Heather Murphy, Michael Murphy, and Jamie Holler
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Ramona Goldberg, Pam Alexander, Amory Lovins, and April Bucksbaum
Sean Shean and Molly Brooks
Chris Klug and John Rowland
Ryan and Lauren Elston
ROCKY MOUNTAIN INSTITUTE COCKTAIL PARTY The Rocky Mountain Institute’s development director, Keely Henderson—who had the same role at the Environmental Defense Fund—led a discussion on energy and sustainability with RMI Chairman/Chief Scientist Amory Lovins at a private party for RMI and Aspen Community Foundation supporters. A physicist, environmental scientist, and writer, Lovins has worked in the field of energy policy and related areas for more than four decades.
Billy Stolz, Christy Mahon, May Eynon, and Richard Edwards
Judy Hill Lovins, Gina Murdock, Jules Kortenhorst, Pam Alexander, Ernie Fyrwald, and David Gitlitz
Anneka Scholten and Olga Kharkhal
Barbara and Bruce Berger with Karen Lord
Barbara Gold and Valentina Kova
VALENTINA KOVA SPRING COLLECTION EVENT Barbara and Bruce Berger, Barbara Gold, Billy Stolz, Michael Tullio, and other guests stopped by Valentina Kova’s Mill Street boutique to celebrate the New York-based designer’s Spring/Summer 2017 collection. Shoppers sipped Champagne Taittinger and enjoyed delectable nigiri sushi and stuffed roasted mushroom caps from Jimmy’s. A portion of the evening’s proceeds benefited Aspen Film.
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Carrie Wells
Amy Rutkowski and Summer Trembley
Michele Cardamone
Michael Tullio and Sue Hopkins
PHOTOGRAPHY BY SANDER OLSON/RED MTN PRODUCTIONS (ROCKY MOUNTAIN INSTITUTE); ROSS DANIELS (VALENTINA KOVA)
Marty Pickett and Susan Zime
AUG. 4-6, 2017 Aspen Ice Garden
Irina Zaytceva, courtesy of Duane Reed Gallery
Opening Night Preview Thursday, August 3
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INVITED Dick Friedman and Mike Tierney
Phil and Karen Siriani
John, Jackie, and Eli Bucksbaum
Grant Ganzi, Vivian Blizzard, Carlitos Gracida, and Juancito Bollini
Kelsi Moore and Susan Muenchen
Dave Zamansky, Jake Zamansky, and Ryan Smalls Scott and Isabelle Freidheim Nacho Figueras and Delfina Blaquier Wally Obermeyer and Ray Smalls
AUDI AJAX CUP KICK-OFF AT CASA TUA Members of the Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club’s national council, including John and Jackie Bucksbaum, Pam Alexander, and Marc Ganzi, joined members of the Audi Ajax Cup teams, which included pros Daron Rahlves, AJ Kitt, Thomas Vonn, Alice McKennis, and more, at Casa Tua for a blowout bash celebrating the kick-off of the Ajax Cup and the entire racing season.
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Marc Ganzi and Chris Davenport
PHOTOGRAPHY BY SANDER OLSON/RED MTN PRODUCTIONS
Andy Levine, Shefali Choksi, Dick Friedman, and Jeff Hornstein
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Pete McBride and Marc Ganzi Casey Puckett, Jimmie Johnson, and Pete McBride
Katie Ryan and AJ Kitt
Skiers raced down the professional giant slalom courses in a pro racing format.
AUDI AJAX CUP The Audi Ajax Cup, benefitting the Aspen Valley Ski & Snowboard Club, which celebrated its 80th anniversary, is Aspen’s signature winter sports event. Skiers competed in teams in pro-style dual giant slalom races on Little Nell, duking it out for the famed Gorsuch Cup. Each team was paired with a professional ski racer; this year’s pros included Daron Rahlves, AJ Kitt, and AVSC alums Alice McKennis, Katie Ryan, and Jake Zamansky, among others. Kristina Koznick led Team Hildebrand—aka Team “Kick Some Wax”—to victory.
Shlomo Ben-Hamoo
Johno McBride, Daron Rahlves, and Chris Davenport
Candice Collings, AJ Kitt, and Jeff Gorsuch with Wallace and James Gorsuch
Kristina Koznick (LEFT) and Team Hildebrand—aka Team “Kick Some Wax”—took home the Gorsuch Cup.
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY MAY SELBY, MATT POWER, AND MATT SUBY
Sarah Schleper and Jake Zamansky
RED MOUNTAIN — ERICKSON RANCH Private 11.8 acre lot with 51 contiguous common acres Additional FAR available for expansion • Horse property Seven bedrooms • Five and one half bathrooms • 6,803 SF
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PITKIN ROW TOWNHOME Aspen core location • Big Aspen Mountain views Three bedrooms • Three and one half bathrooms • 3,644 SF
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INVITED
Allie Chaduck Kelley, Marc Ganzi, and Jessica Young
Jared Goulet and Whitney Hubbell
Lee and Craig Williams
WORLD SNOW POLO CHAMPIONSHIPS Aspen Peak, Audi, FlexJets, and the St. Regis Aspen Resort toasted the magazine’s Winter Issue cover star, polo phenom Nacho Figueras, during the World Snow Polo Championships at Rio Grande Park. Cohosted by Marc and Melissa Ganzi, cofounders of the Aspen Valley Polo Club, the tournament was the last stop on the World Polo Tour for the fourth consecutive year.
Natalie Antoine and Robert Casterline Chris Roberts and Kristin Kirkland
Holly and Olivia Davis Grant Ganzi, Nic Roldan, Alex Gooding, Brian Boyd, Maddy Boyd, and Partrick Boyd
Blair Eadie and Andrew Powell
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Clay and Julie Engels with Luke Owens
Jesse Vieira da Rocha
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Michael and Suzanne Kosnitzky with Lexie and Robert Potamkin
TOP OF MILL ESTATE Ski-in/Ski-out Aspen Mountain • 9,162 SF • 7 bedrooms Eight and two half bathrooms • 1-bedroom guest house Sport court for basketball and gym activities • Elevator
Offered for $29,250,000
J & A RANCH Beautiful Woody Creek Ranch • 5 bedrooms Four and one half bathrooms • Four acres
Offered for $6,000,000
Lifestyle. Luxury. Legacy.
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INVITED
Ken Sack
Charles, Ashley, and Michelle Marshall with Anton Rubinato
Alexis Pinturault
Clay Aaron
RICHARD MILLE CHAMPAGNE RECEPTION Richard Mille Aspen hosted a Champagne reception to celebrate the Swiss watch brand’s partner, skier Alexis Pinturault, and his achievements on the slopes during the FIS Ski World Cup Finals. Inside the Richard Mille boutique at the St. Regis Aspen Resort, Pinturault, France’s most decorated skier, shared with guests his impressions of skiing in Aspen for the first time—and how he wears a Richard Mille RM 035 watch every time he takes to the slopes. The exclusive group enjoyed Deutz Champagne and light bites such as lobster spring rolls and chocolate truffles while they perused the men’s and ladies’ pieces on display.
Sheri Sack, Ignacio Munoz, and Alexis Pinturault
John and Heather Wildman with Albert Sanford and Dorothy Wildman, Gracie Wildman, and Bill and Lisa Wildman
Brendon and Jordan Lochert
George and Christina Spadoro
ASPEN FILM CASINO ROYALE NYE PARTY
Megan Lai, Kathryn Penn, and Sophie Ledinham
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Aspen Peak and the St. Regis Aspen Resort hosted a Breckenridge Distillery-sponsored Casino Royale-themed New Year’s Eve party to benefit Aspen Film. Guests enjoyed light bites, casino games, and dancing, as well as live music from Double Down.
Mia Sadowsky and Sam Steen
Tony and Barbara Marks
PHOTOGRAPHY BY ALEXANDER MILLE (RICHARD MILLE); SANDER OLSON/RED MTN PR0DUCTIONS (ASPEN FILM)
Jay and Patti Webster
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Maria Verchenova Hisham Ribani, Michelle Poli, Ed Tonkin, and Miles Woodlief
Kenny Smith, Joy Britton, and Vincent Brun
Vincent Brun and Aldis Hodge
Catanna Berger, Louis Westphalen, Eric Yang, and Paul Frederick Vacheron Constantin’s Historiques American 1921 watch
VACHERON CONSTANTIN SNOW GOLF CUP Swiss watch giant Vacheron Constantin held its second North American rendition of the Vacheron Constantin Snow Golf Cup in Aspen (the Snow Golf Cup in Megeve, France, is in its 17th year). Fifty VIPs, clients, and members of the press from around the country joined to participate in the multi-day adventure, which included a round of snow golf between local Aspen retailer Meridian Jewelers and Vacheron Constantin.
Dave Phillips, Kenton Bruice, Tom Sherlock, Chris Klug, and Keith Davis
Pam Duke, Ann Abernethy, and Andrea Wendell
PALLADIUM PROMISES LUNCHEON The Palladium Properties team, including founder Krista Klees, hosted its annual Palladium Promises Luncheon at Element 47 at The Little Nell. The festive event brought together influential local supporters to raise awareness for nonprofits near and dear to Palladium Properties.
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Krista Klees, Corey Crocker, and Julia Herman
Mary Anne Meyer, Lucy Nichols, Jillian Livingston, and Layne Shea
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Corey Crocker and Krista Klees
Kirsten Michel, Carly Kraemer, Krista Klees, Cynthia Milling, Jackie Daly, Ann Abernethy, and Valerie Yaw
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Six bedrooms • Eight and one half bathrooms 9,000 SF
Three bedrooms • Three bathrooms 1,708 SF
Three bedrooms • Three and one half bathrooms 3,000 SF
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Six bedrooms • Four and one half bathrooms 5,000 SF
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ASPEN VALLEY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION CHARITY POLO MATCH
INVITED Julia Hassall, Robin White, and Michelle Schindler
Jeff King and Suzy McGabin
BOWDEN PROPERTIES PARTY AT ASPEN DESIGN ROOM
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The Aspen Design Room, B2 Builders, and Bowden Properties hosted a Champagne celebration for colleagues and friends. The interior design studio and showroom was filled with holiday cheer as guests mingled over Aspen’s finest home furnishings.
Larry Saliterman with Brooke and Patrick George
Join us for an incredible day of luxury and polo – all to benefit Aspen Valley Hospital.
Sunday, August 13
Glenn and April Bucksbaum with Bob Bowden
10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Aspen Valley Polo Club VIP Tables & Tickets Selling Out Quickly! For tickets: AVHFPOLO.gesture.com Volunteer Opportunities Available Rebecca Mirzky and Bob Bowden
For more information, contact the Foundation at 970.544.1302
Alex Schweiz and Alyson How
Photo by Mark Boisclair
Anna and Eddy Silva
Angie Stewart and Julia Mikheeva
A COLLABORATION OF DESIGN LEADERS Marine and Virginie Degryse
Photo by Steve Mundinger
Lynne Billac, Linda Chi, and Kathleen Savage
Tracye Tackbary, Myriam Ullens, and Carrie Wells
Photo by Mark Boisclair
DISTANT STARLESS NIGHTS LAUNCH PARTY
Albert, Holly, and Alex Baril with Carolina Cerlat
Photo by David O. Marlow
Maison Ullens boutique, on East Hopkins Avenue, hosted a launch party for its founder Myriam Ullens’s debut novel, Distant Starless Nights. Guests enjoyed Champagne and small bites as Ullens discussed her work and signed copies of the book.
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CULTURE CAPITAL! AS WORLD-CLASS CHEFS, ARTISTS, AND BANDS ALL COME TO TOWN, HERE ARE ASPEN’S FIVE CAN’T-MISS EVENTS FOR SUMMER. BY MURAT OZTASKIN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY OLIVIA BREEN (POLO PLAYER); © 2016, MARC FIORITO/GAMMA NINE PHOTOGRAPHY/FOOD & WINE (FOOD & WINE CLASSIC); MARI ALLENDE (THE SKULL); RED MOUNTAIN PRODUCTIONS (ART ASPEN)
CAN’T-MISS #1: GASTRO-HUB
Always the official kickoff to Aspen’s summer season, the annual Food & Wine Classic celebrates its 35th year in town with more than 80 seminars, talks, and tastings featuring culinary all-stars from all over the country, including Jamie Bissonnette and Ken Oringer (Boston and New York), Chris Cosentino (San Francisco), and Stephanie Izard (Chicago), as well as first-time participants Ludo Lefebvre (LA) and Jonathan Sawyer (Cleveland). Special programs for this year include a brunch at the Hotel Jerome, panel discussions at the Wheeler Opera House, and a custom ice cream flavor from Brooklyn’s Ample Hills Creamery. Time to start fasting… June 16–18; food andwine.com/promo/events/ aspen-classic/classic-main CAN’T-MISS #2: LATIN HEAT
Fernando Allende takes multi-hyphenate to another level. The Mexican recording artist, movie star, and telenovela mainstay, who lived in Aspen for 18 years, has also expressed his talents as a painter, which are on view this summer with an encore exhibition at Gallery 1949 (July 11–31, 402 S. Hunter St., 970-710-7138;
clockwise from top left: Keith Urban headlines JAS’s Labor Day Experience; the Food & Wine Classic opening reception; bites at the grand tasting; Casterline Goodman Gallery displayed work by Retna at Art Aspen 2016; The Skull (2017) by Fernando Allende, at Gallery 1949; Chukkers, Champagne & Caviar.
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SCENE MUST-DO “LABOR DAY EXPERIENCE IS LIKE A HOMECOMING FOR SO MANY CONNECTED TO THE VALLEY.” —jim horowitz
CAN’T-MISS #3: EAT YOUR ART OUT
Thirty top US galleries, including Nancy Hoffman Gallery (New York City) and Yares Art (New York, Santa Fe, and Palm Springs), will feature at Art Aspen, one of the “must-attend art events of the summer for collectors, artists, and art patrons looking for modern and contemporary works,” says Donna Davis, VP of Urban Expositions Art Group, which stages the annual fair. Expected to attract more than last year’s record 6,000 attendees, this year’s iteration will also partner with local Aspen restaurants for a luxury onsite lounge and café, and will host a local gallery walk “to introduce fairgoers to Aspen’s thriving [local] art scene,” says Davis. August 3–6, Aspen Ice Garden, 233 W. Hyman Ave.; art-aspen.com
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CAN’T-MISS #4: CHUKKER UP
Live and silent auctions join world-class polo when the Aspen Valley Polo Club hosts the second annual Chukkers, Champagne & Caviar fundraiser, benefiting the Aspen Valley Hospital Foundation, to help kick off the summer polo season. Just like some of the sport’s top athletes, Caribou Club will bring its A game, says AVHF President and CEO Deborah Breen, showering guests in Champagne and caviar. Game on! August 13, 970544-1302; aspenvalley hospital.org/foundation; aspenvalleypoloclub.com
Last word (from top): Drawing big crowds (and even bigger acts), JAS’s Labor Day Experience puts an exclamation mark on the end of Aspen’s summer; San Francisco’s The McLoughlin Gallery presented a sculpture by Moto Waganari at last year’s Art Aspen; Maroon 5 will headline JAS’s Labor Day Experience.
CAN’T-MISS #5: ROCK THE ROCKIES
If Jazz Aspen Snowmass’s June Experience (June 23–July 1) celebrates the arrival of summer, its Labor Day Experience closes it with a bang. “It’s the perfect moment when alpine summer melts into alpine fall,” says JAS founder Jim Horowitz. “The energy is amazing.” More so this year, JAS’s 27th, given the headliners: Daryl Hall & John Oates, Keith Urban, and Maroon 5, who will rock Snowmass Town Park with The Roots, Lake Street Dive, and more. September 1–3, Town Park, Snowmass Village, 970-920-4996; jazzaspensnowmass.org/ labor-day-experience
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gallery1949.com). The show coincides with his musical performance at Aspen’s first annual American Dream Award Gala benefiting English in Action (July 12, Belly Up Aspen, 450 S. Galena St., 970-785-8500; bellyupaspen.com; englishin action.com). “This cause is extremely important,” says Allende. “Language is what will really allow the Hispanic and Latin youth to [integrate into] the mainstream.”
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SCENE DYNAMIC DUO Partner pose: Aspen natives Colter and Brittany Van Domelen are bringing yoga, health, and wellness to the center of town, converting a historic building into the new O2 Aspen studio.
BREATH OF FRESH AIR VALLEY-BORN “IT” COUPLE BRITTANY AND COLTER VAN DOMELEN ARE TURNING A YOGA STUDIO INTO A BEACON OF HEALTH.
After they had their twins in New York City last summer, Roaring Fork Valley natives Brittany and Colter Van Domelen wasted no time bringing the “Van Dumplings” (as they’re known around Aspen) home to Colorado. One day, after their morning routine of hiking the Ute and getting coffee at Victoria’s, they passed by 408 South Mill Street, a 60-year-old, town-favorite building designed by Fritz Benedict. “There was a little for sale sign, and after walking by it several times, I realized it would be the perfect location for O2 Aspen,” says Brittany, 31, who had wanted to relocate the yoga and Pilates studio she purchased in 2015. “As a new owner, I had new visions, but a lot of those visions were hard to achieve in the space I was in.” So the couple bought the place, and, working with Brittany’s father, Bill Pollock of Aspen’s Zone 4 Architects, and her interior designer friend Kristin Dittmar, put forth a plan: bright, modern yoga and Pilates spaces with natural light and beautiful views, 1,553 square feet of street-level retail space, three basement-floor treatment rooms, and a health-food café (Brittany has celiac disease and is passionate about nutrition)—all next to Wagner Park, the Pedestrian Mall, and the Ruby Park Transit Center, which serves 5 million riders each year. All that foot traffic means a boon for health and wellness in the valley, especially coming out of the building that formerly housed Aspen’s McDonald’s.
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Brittany got her start at O2 in 2011 as an assistant buyer for the studio’s Cooper Street clothing boutique. She met Colter, a partner at Tiger Global Management who was recently named a Forbes “30 Under 30” in finance, while on a buying trip to New York. A Duke graduate who began his career at Morgan Stanley and credits much of his success to his mentors in Aspen, Colter loved his work. However, Brittany noticed his complete lack of ego, contrary to the Wall Street cliché; she saw only a fun, loving, kind man. The couple quickly fell in love. “My first impression was that she was a beautiful, well-spoken, and intellectual person focused on doing a lot with her life,” says Colter, now 30. Brittany moved to New York in 2013, where she worked in marketing and
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: O2 Aspen’s private-label yoga clothing line includes patterned bra tops ($70) and leggings ($145); Colter and Brittany’s 1-year-old twins, nicknamed the Van Dumplings, are a hit around town; the new O2 Aspen studio will include an aerial yoga space with views of the mountains.
product development while completing her yoga teacher training. The couple was engaged within a year and married in Napa in 2015. That same year, then-O2 owner Carrie Bellott asked Brittany if
she wanted to buy the studio. With Colter as her business advisor, Brittany took the plunge. “She’s ambitious in a way that she wants to build things that matter,” says Colter. Now, Brittany and the couple’s infant twins split their time
between Aspen and New York, anticipating the new studio’s October opening, while Colter comes back as often as he can. Though, in a sense, he’s always here, as a supporter of the Aspen chapter of Room to Read (his mother, Robin
BRITTANY VAN DOMELEN ON THE “IT” COUPLE’S ASPEN TAKE A HIKE: ”The Ute Trail is best for a quick workout and top-of-the-mountain meditation. Little Cloud and Hunter Creek if we are taking the boys, Tabor Lake if we can take a full day.” ASPEN EATS: “We like The Wild Fig (315 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-5160; thewildfig.com) for a romantic dinner—it’s low key and feels private.”
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Van Domelen, is a chapter leader) and Wilderness Workshop. “It’s a three-ring circus around our house,” says Colter. “There are a lot of balls in the air. But we’ve never shied away from projects.”
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BASE CAMPO: ”Everyone who knows us would say we are passionate wine drinkers, but it is hard to pass up an espresso martini at Campo de Fiori (205 S. Mill St., 970-920-7717; campodefiori.net).” ON A SUMMER SATURDAY… “We walk through the farmers market (FAR LEFT; aspenpitkin.com/ departments/clerk/aspen-saturday-market), which is double-stroller friendly, grocery shopping for local, healthy food. Plus, then the Van Dumplings get to see all of their Aspen friends.”
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“When I told a customer I had no tomatoes for his burger, he looked at me like I had two heads,” says Steve Humble, coowner with his wife, Robin, of the new Free Range Kitchen & Wine Bar (305 Gold River Ct., Basalt, 970-279-5199; freerange basalt.com) in historic downtown Basalt. But Humble takes his garden-fresh mission seriously: “If tomatoes aren’t in season, or if I can’t get fresh tomatoes, then I’m not going to serve tomatoes.” Such a literal approach to the local-food philosophy has taken root downvalley, where a new breed of farm-totable bistro has cropped up. With the likes of Rock Bottom Ranch and Mountain Primal Meat Company nearby, Basalt restaurateurs have found the optimal location for sourcing high-quality local product. That’s why Aspenite Mawa McQueen decided to venture downvalley to Willits Town Center, where she opened Market Street Kitchen (499 Market St., Basalt, 970-510-5820; mkstreet kitchen.com). “We saw a real opportunity here, not only in terms of growth but in a demand for quality food and wine,” says the classically trained FrenchIvorian chef, whose menu spans sweet and savory crêpes, tartines, salads, and savory bowls that feature local produce, meat, and cheeses—all in addition to an extensive wine list. “We saw a real need for the kind of elevated food you typically find in Aspen, but with more of a local atmosphere.”
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Valley vanguard: Two new Basalt restaurants are turning the localfood focus inward by celebrating midvalley agriculture. above: A vegan curry from Market Street Kitchen. here: A pork chop with seasonal succotash from Free Range Kitchen & Wine Bar.
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MOUNTAIN MAN
BY TIM LATTERNER In addition to crushing triathlons (well over a dozen) and enjoying the outdoors, TV darling Geoff Stults has made the move to silverscreen star. far right: The Colorado native appears alongside Rosario Dawson in the new dramatic thriller Unforgettable.
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“The reason I live on the beach in LA is it’s the closest thing to the open air,” muses actor and Green Mountain Falls native Geoff Stults. “I mean, it’s not the open air of the mountains, but still.” Best known for portraying (typically) earnest, lovable small-town characters in an impressive TV career, including star turns on 7th Heaven, The Odd
Couple, and Enlisted, Stults is transitioning to being a leading player on the silver screen, with three major film projects this year: the recently released Warner Bros. thriller Unforgettable, alongside Katherine Heigl and Rosario Dawson; Granite Mountain, opposite Jennifer Connelly, Miles Teller, Josh Brolin, and Jeff Bridges; and Horse
Soldiers, with costars Chris Pine and Michael Shannon. Both his ascension and his passion for his craft stem from Stults’s childhood in the mountains. “A River Runs Through It was huge growing up,” he says. “‘You can go to the mountains to fly-fish and be an actor? I’m gonna do that!’” Despite a hectic, nonstop schedule, the
39-year-old still makes time to get back to the Roaring Fork Valley whenever possible. “There’s a synergy [between] people in Aspen and LA,” says the six-foot-three triathlete, who attributes his penchant for physical activity to his Colorado upbringing as “a regular mountain kid.” “People want to be in a beautiful place.”
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LA VIE EN ROSƒ
Great wine hinges on four elements, says rosé producer Sacha Lichine, the bon vivant owner of the St.-Tropez winery Château d’Esclans: the soil (that ineffable quality called terroir), the grapes, the climate, and, finally, the winemaker, whose craft harmonizes all the other elements. The problem, he adds, is that rosé is the most difficult wine to make well. Luckily for Château d’Esclans, Lichine is perhaps the most eminent producer in the world. Ten years ago, winemakers, restaurants, and distributors could barely give rosé away. But exports of Provençal rosé to the US increased by more than 900 percent between 2006 and 2015, with a 58 percent increase between 2014 and 2015 alone. Now in its 10th vintage, Château d’Esclans’s flagship rosé, Whispering Angel, has come to epitomize the classic dry Provençal style. Much of the complexity is owed to bâtonnage, whereby fine lees, or dead yeast cells, are stirred back into the wine, while new technologies, including advanced refrigeration systems and pneumatic presses, keep the processing precise, all crucial to the creation of “a product that is very easy to make average,” Lichine says. “The perception of rosé in America has changed dramatically,” says Aldo Sohm, chef sommelier at New York’s Le Bernardin, whose acclaimed wine program is central to its three Michelin stars. “There’s a real following of rosé now, which didn’t exist a few years ago.” Perhaps Château d’Esclans’s greatest achievement, says Lichine, has been producing wines whose experiences are evocative of St.-Tropez itself—clean, crisp, sophisticated, and fun. “What we’ve done,” he says, “is create a taste.”
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Think pink! “Rosé is something you can drink all day, anywhere,” says Ian Perry, partner at Grey Lady Aspen. “It’s big in Aspen as part of après-ski—it feels celebratory. And Whispering Angel in particular was one of the first rosés that really stepped into the spotlight for the category. ”
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LADY BE LUXE
“Why not take this journey a little bit further?” says designer Valentina Kova, who has extended her Mill Street residency (BELOW) through the summer. HERE: The platinum and diamond Alyssa necklace (price on request); gold, diamond, and sapphire Guinevere earrings (price on request); and Daria silk taffeta dress ($2,100).
NEW YORK DESIGNER (AND WINTER-SEASON HIT) VALENTINA OVA EXTENDS HER ASPEN RESIDENCY THROUGH SUMMER—AND ADDS A NEW EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION.
The cashmere and silk Poppins sweater ($1,320) and Marilyn pearl necklace (price on request) from the Spring/Summer 2017 collection. BELOW: Katya silk charmeuse blouse ($1,320) and Maxime pants ($1,200).
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Valentina Kova’s eponymous line of luxury womenswear and fine jewelry has caught the eye of celebrities like Julianne Moore (or “Julie,” as Kova calls her) and Jane Fonda, is sold overseas in France and Japan, and is partially manufactured in the same Italian factory as products from Hermès and Chanel (all the rest is made in the USA). But to the 30-something designer, her most significant accomplishment since founding her brand five years ago in New York City’s Garment District (where all of her wares are designed) was opening her first boutique—in Aspen. “I fell in love with the community, with nature, with the creative things that Aspen offered me,” says Kova, who after a four-month residency this winter has decided to extend the temporary shop’s stay through the summer, from June 17 to September 15. “We felt like we already made so many friends and explored so many venues, so why not take this journey a little bit further?” When deciding where to open a retail store to join
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Summer silk: Francis trench ($1,950), cami top ($432), and Augusta chiffon pants ($1,775), from the Spring/Summer collection. BELOW: Valentina Kova’s Mill Street boutique.
the brand’s by-appointment atelier in New York and multiple wholesalers around the country, Kova considered factors like pedestrian traffic, level of international exposure, and overall sense of community. “We did extensive research, and Aspen was one of the cities that came up,” says the Russianborn designer. Clearly it was the right choice: “We had a really good response to our products from clients who have houses in Aspen, but also from people who come and go, and we just felt that winter didn’t offer us enough exposure.” As she did for the first residency, Kova will create pieces exclusive to Aspen—only this time, instead of fur jackets and cashmere frocks, the line will be based on lighter materials like cotton and linen. “There’s so much going on in a place like Aspen in the summer— people go for a walk, go to the farmers market, they have lunch,” says Kova. “We’re thinking of what uniform this woman wants.” The store will also offer all-season items, in keeping with both the brand’s DNA and the fashion sensibility of Aspen’s shoppers, whom Kova refers to as “international women”: “She needs clothes that are great for different climates, great for travel.” Also exclusive to the residency will be 100 different colorways (as opposed to the few available online) for every item in the brand’s Icon Collection, an everyday-luxury line of sculptural dresses, skirts, vests, and jackets, offering Aspenites a special bespoke experience. “We want [shoppers] to come in and customize,” Kova says. “What we create is a wardrobe.” 208 S. Mill St., 970-710-7631; valentinakova.com
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Lulu mules, Loeffler Randall ($350). Tlin’s Shoes, 405 S. Hunter St., 970-429-4756; tlinsaspen.com
METALLIC HUES AND RUSTIC EARTH TONES SET THE SCENE FOR A SUMMER IN THE MOUNTAINS. BY FAYE POWER Earrings, Jacquie Aiche ($3,525). Covet, 306 S. Mill St., 970-948-7523; covetaspen.com Windy Aspen Leaf buckle, Bohlin Company ($8,450). Kemo Sabe, 434 E. Cooper Ave., 970-9257878; kemosabe.com
Sullivan bag, Polo Ralph Lauren ($548). 501 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-5147; ralphlauren.com
18k rose-gold, diamond, and black enamel Magia puzzle ring, Alessandro Barellini ($12,455). Meridian Jewelers, 525 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-3833; meridianjewelers.com
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Metallic monk strap shoe, Brunello Cucinelli ($1,995). 508 E. Cooper Ave., 970-544-0600; brunellocucinelli.com
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Rooster ring, Valentina Kova ($2,000). 208 S. Mill St., 970-710-7631; valentinakova.com
Petite Malle bag, Louis Vuitton ($5,500). 205 S. Mill St., 970-544-8200; louisvuitton.com
Chat boot, Fiorentini + Baker ($500). Pitkin County Dry Goods, 520 E. Cooper Ave., 970925-1681; pitkincounty drygoods.com
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PACIFIC SHINE THE RESIDENT JEWELER TO SOCAL’S SWELL SET DEBUTS COLORADO-EXCLUSIVE DESIGNS IN ITS NEW SHOP AT THE RESIDENCES AT THE LITTLE NELL.
For Stuart Winston, chief marketing officer and executive director of retail for Lugano Diamonds, the biggest jewelry trend that shoppers should take note of this season isn’t actually a trend but a style philosophy. “Fine jewelry can be worn every day,” says Winston, “not just for special occasions.” And what better way for bejeweled Aspenites to embrace this versatility than with Lugano’s casually chic SoCal pieces—at the jeweler’s newest outpost, which opens in the shops at the Residences at The Little Nell this June. The new salon, Lugano’s first in Colorado, will feature a tranquil space—picture a palette of platinum, vanilla, and soft crystal blue—for a shopping experience that combines sleek modern design with luxe jewelry for the everyday ensemble. “We create items that can be worn dressy or casual, like a pendant that can easily convert to a brooch,” says Winston. Better yet, adds CEO and design director Moti Ferder, are versatile high-design pieces that also capture Aspen’s natural beauty (and give back, too, via donations to the Buddy Program and the Aspen Institute), such as the Carbonium Leaf necklace and the diamond Glacier bracelet. From the coast, everyday emblems of mountain chic—for spring, summer, and beyond. 501 E. Dean St., 970-710-7644; thelittlenell.com; luganodiamonds. com
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Beach to summit: Newport Beach’s Lugano Diamonds debuts in the mountains with one-of-a-kind Aspen-inspired designs, like this 18k white-gold, titanium, 23-carat rose-cut diamond, and six-carat round brilliant diamond Dew Drop Leaf cuff (price on request).
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF LUGANO DIAMONDS (CUFF); BY GUGURAT/ISTOCK/GETTY IMAGES PLUS (BACKGROUND)
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MOUNTAIN HOUSE LOUIS VUITTON CHASES THE ENDLESS WINTER WITH A CHALET REMAKE OF ITS ASPEN BOUTIQUE.
Calling all après-ski lovers: Louis Vuitton raises mountain chic to new heights this June with a full renovation of its Aspen store, transforming the interior into a high country oasis—and just when skiwear envy kicks into gear again. Now connoisseurs of creative director Nicolas Ghesquière’s singular vision can shop new product offerings, starting with the house’s Pre-Fall collection of men’s and women’s ready-to-wear (ladies, look for a standout belted fur jacket with red accents). The clothes join the boutique’s original selection of leather goods and accessories—all in a setting reminiscent of Courchevel, with that je ne sais quoi chalet vibe you thought you could experience only in the Alps. For those coveting the cool-
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est pieces of the season, the shop is also offering Masters, a super-stylish collection of bags and accessories featuring artist Jeff Koons’s reproductions of work by five old masters, including da Vinci, Rubens, and Titian. Star pieces from Louis Vuitton’s line of home furnishings, Objets Nomades, also hold pride of place, including the Cocoon, a hanging geometric chair from celebrated Brazilian designers Fernando and Humberto Campana. Rounding out the experience are Aspen exclusives, including ASPEN-monogrammed Neverfull MM totes (RIGHT, $1,570) and mink blankets in beige and Vuitton’s classic Karakoram pattern. 205 S. Mill St., 970-544-8200; louisvuitton.com
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What’s in store (FROM TOP): Louis Vuitton’s redesigned Aspen boutique evokes a Courchevel ski lodge; Jeff Koons’s recent fine-art Masters collection, which includes bag charms ($585) and monogrammed shawls ($1,460); a runway shot of the Fall/ Winter 2017 collection, which lands in the boutique this summer; a true Aspen exclusive, the Neverfull MM tote ($1,570).
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TAKE NOTE! THIS YEAR’S HOTTEST RUNWAY TRENDS BLEND PERFECTLY WITH THE SEASON’S MOST INTOXICATING EAUX. BY CHRISTINA CLEMENTE
Gone are the days of committing yourself to a single signature scent. Like your closet—filled with wardrobe basics, but transformed each season with on-trend pieces—your fragrances should be a means of selfexpression. Each one reflects a day’s particular mood. “Fragrance and fashion are historically linked,” says legendary perfumer Francis Kurkdjian. “I do believe that one should have a fragrance wardrobe, a mix of ageless classics and fashionable trends.” Kelly St. John, VP of beauty at Neiman Marcus, agrees: “A fragrance wardrobe is expected and encouraged, allowing our customers to select something that fits the day’s inspiration.” It’s only fitting, then, that two of the season’s strongest fashion looks—chic athleisure with a vintage twist and sultry, romantic florals—pair so seamlessly with some of today’s boldest scents.
GAME, SET, EAU! ATHLEISURE HAS FOUND ITS MATCH IN FRESH, CITRUSY SCENTS. When sporting designs from Max Mara or Lacoste’s Spring 2017 vintage and tennis-inspired collections, up your game with clean fragrances that boast notes of energizing citrus. Perfumer Francis Kurkdjian blended lime and cool mint oils with mimosa blossoms to create Aqua Celestia for his eponymous collection. Inspired by the blues of the sky and sea, the scent “explores a new territory of freshness,” says Kurkdjian. Hermès’s Eau des Merveilles Bleue touches on the same theme but mixes sea spray with woody notes, and Elizabeth Arden’s White Tea blends a sea breeze accord with white tea extract. It’s all about Italian bergamot with Guerlain’s vibrant Bergamote Calabria, while perfumer Daniela Andrier also used citruses from Italy when creating Prada’s Candy L’eau, but she added a tender floral accord with sweet vanilla for a fragrance that inspires wearers, she says, “to seek out life’s endless pleasures.” clockwise from top: Prada Candy L’Eau, Prada (2.7 oz. for $96). Macy’s, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Denver, 303390-2200; macys.com. Aqua Allegoria Bergamote Calabria, Guerlain (125 ml for $95). Cos Bar, 309 S. Galena St., 970-9256249; cosbar.com. White Tea, Elizabeth Arden (50 ml for $37). Macy’s, see above. Aqua Celestia, Maison Francis Kurkdjian Paris (200 ml for $275). Cos Bar, see above. Eau des Merveilles Bleue, Hermès (100 ml for $146). Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Denver, 303-388-0700; hermes.com. accessories: Tennis racket, Lacoste ($750). lacoste.com. runway, from left: Lacoste, Max Mara.
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SMELL THE ROSES FROM BEAUTY COUNTERS TO CLOTHING RACKS, IT’S ALL ABOUT THE ROMANTIC BLOOM THIS SEASON. It is no coincidence that roses are cropping up left and right in fragrance. “Pink was a really big trend in ready-towear,” says Roopal Patel, fashion director at Saks Fifth Avenue, “so it’s interesting to see that rose as a fragrance was top of mind for a lot of [perfume] labels.” In honor of her parents’ love story, Tory Burch pairs rose with warm patchouli in Love Relentlessly, and Armani’s Sì Rose blends the bloom with sensual base notes like amber, reminiscent of the sultry sheaths seen on Dolce & Gabbana’s spring runway. For an edgier take on the flower, Dior’s Poison Girl boasts bitter orange, and Ex Nihilo’s Devil Tender starts spicy with pink pepper berries. Aerin’s Garden Rose, with green notes of geranium blended with various roses, recalls the sheer, embroidered frocks at Alexander McQueen.
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clockwise from top: Love Relentlessly, Tory Burch (1.7 oz. for $86). Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Denver, 303-388-1383; toryburch.com. Devil Tender, Ex Nihilo (50 ml for $225). Saks Fifth Avenue (online exclusive); saks.com. Garden Rose Eau de Cologne, Aerin (6.7 oz. for $165). Cos Bar, 309 S. Galena St., 970-925-6249; cosbar.com. Sì Rose Signature Eau de Parfum, Giorgio Armani (1.7 oz. for $92). Sephora, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Denver, 303-399-8800; sephora.com. Dior Poison Girl Eau de Toilette, Dior (1.7 oz. for $78). Sephora, see above. runway, top: Alexander McQueen. center and bottom: Dolce & Gabbana.
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THE TIME FOR LUXURY THE BEST OF THE BEST FROM SIHH ARE TURNING HEADS IN ASPEN. BY ALDOUS TUCK
This year’s Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie brought more than 15,000 visitors to Geneva to experience the latest, most lavish timepieces from 30 of the world’s finest watchmakers. With Richemont, the owner of a dozen luxury watch brands, reporting a 12 percent rise in sales in the fourth quarter of 2016, a strong sense of optimism pervaded the fair, which saw a number of watches boasting high-tech materials and engineering, as well as high styling, to satisfy lovers of haute horology— apropos in Aspen, a town whose residents expect the best. For more watch features and expanded coverage, go to aspenpeak-magazine.com/ watches-and-jewelry.
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: At SIHH, IWC Schaffhausen, a house that has long embraced male customers, premiered an update to its classic Da Vinci line featuring remarkably strong watches for women, including three glittering variations on the Da Vinci Automatic Moon Phase 36: red gold, stainless steel, and stainless steel with 54 diamonds embedded in the bezel (PICTURED HERE, $13,900). All three feature a visually arresting moon-phase complication, an elegant complement to the brand’s engineering excellence. Meridian Jewelers, 525 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-3833; iwc.com
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Technical innovation and novel materials abound in the Lab-ID Luminor 1950 Carbotech 3 Days ($51,300) from Officine Panerai. Carbotech, a carbon fiber composite used in automotive engineering, makes the 49mm case extremely light. A carbon nanotube coating on the dial allows it to absorb light, lending depth to the black coloring, a contrast heightened by the blue Super-LumiNova pigment. Carbotech construction and the fact that no oils or liquid lubricants are used in the movement means this piece has an unprecedented 50-year warranty. 400 E. Hyman Ave., 970-544-1868; panerai.com
Richard Mille produced its RM 50-03 Tourbillon Split Seconds Chronograph Ultralight McLaren F1 ($1,000,000) in collaboration with Formula 1 powerhouse McLaren-Honda. Constructed of ultra-high-tech materials, including Graph TPT Carbon, a proprietary composite made by injecting a graphene-heavy resin into layers of carbon fibers, this standout edition, limited to 75 pieces, weighs a mere 38 grams, making it the lightest split-second tourbillon chronograph in the world. 315 E. Dean St., 970-3003318; richardmille.com
A. Lange & Söhne takes the moon-phase indicator to new heights in its Lange 1 Moon Phase ($54,700), which is available in three dial and case variations. Two gold discs mark the movement of the moon: One rotates every 24 hours, presenting transitioning shades of blue and white to represent night and day, while a second disc in front carries the moon across the sky in its monthly phases. The made-in-house, manually wound caliber L 121.3 offers a 72-hour power reserve. Meridian Jewelers, 525 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-3833; alange-soehne.com
According to legend, the original Cadenas watch was created by Van Cleef & Arpels for the Duchess of Windsor so she could check the time without appearing to. This year, the brand introduces the Ruby Cadenas (price on request), the latest exquisite example from this royal line. A beautiful blend of fine watchmaking and haute joaillerie, this timepiece doubles as a statement accessory—and allows only the wearer to tell the time. The pink gold of the bracelet and case are set with princess-cut rubies. 400 E. Hyman Ave., 888-984-4822; vancleefarpels.com
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2. Functionality meets must-have fashion with Tory Burch’s Gemini Link Patent Chain shoulder bag. The glossy leather and unstructured shape evoke the 1960s; two exterior flap pockets,
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3. Sleek and stylish backpacks have turned from fleeting trend into full-fledged accessory staple. And understandably so when you check out Coach’s Manhattan Backpack, with its workto-long-weekend design and mix of smooth sport calf and richly textured buffalo-embossed leathers. The interior has space for a 15” laptop, three inside pockets, and a separate tablet-sized tech sleeve. Carry on! $595. COACH, 303-393-1772
4. Yes, you’re in the mountains. But the islands are calling. Answer them with these elegant Chain-Drop Earrings with South Sea White Pearl and Diamonds in 18-karat gold from David
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Yurman’s summer-friendly Solari collection. In 18-karat yellow gold with 11mm cultured white pearl, and pavé diamonds. $1,700. DAVID YURMAN, 303-355-0453
5. Have a ball this summer with 3.75-inch block-heel Morepearls suede sandals from Stuart Weitzman, featuring a faux pearlencrusted heel and toe strap. The fashion statement? More fun, please. $455. STUART WEITZMAN, 303-355-2828
6. After a day spent enjoying the great outdoors, Mother Nature has a little more to offer, in the form of Midnight Recovery Botanical Cleansing Oil from Kiehl’s. This lightweight essential oil cleanser removes makeup and impurities with an aromatic blend of plant-derived ingredients including squalane, evening primrose oil, and
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Pre-c LISTEN oncert UP July 29 ! Talk 5:30pm@
July 29-30 (Sat-Sun):
Again feat. Byron Stripling Hosted by Marvin & Elaine Rosenberg and Stan & Isabelle Starn
Celebrating Ella Fitzgerald’s 100th Anniversary. Re-creating her classic 1956 recording which united her with legendary trumpeter & vocalist Louis Armstrong. SHOW TICKETS: $45 (CSA)
Jazz Spoken Globally
Presented by Les Dames d’Aspen
June 22 (Thurs):
August 10 (Thurs):
Hiromi Duet: feat. Edmar Castaneda
Cyrille Aimee
Hosted by Rick Crandall & Pamela Levy
Hosted by Pete & Sam Louras
Japanese pianist Hiromi, a hurricane of energy and virtuosity, noted for her ingenious and impassioned improvisations teams with the Colombian-born jazz harpist Castaneda. SHOW TICKETS: $55 (AAM)
Playful and inventive jazz vocalist Cyrille celebrates her roots with her new French band of gypsy musicians in an evening of jazz hot a la Francaise. SHOW TICKETS: $45 (AAM)
Presented by Prada
August 11 (Fri):
¡ Cubanismo!
June 29-30 (Thurs-Fri):
Hosted by Harry & Kathryn Fleck Peisach
Jamison Ross Hosted by Doug & Lynda Weiser A 2016 Grammy Nominee for best jazz vocalist. The Florida native is first and foremost a gifted drummer who plays and sings from his drum-seat with a smooth tenor, equally at home in soul or R&B, as in jazz. SHOW TICKETS: $40 (TLN)
July 7-8 (Fri-Sat):
Dr. Lonnie Smith Evolution
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Hosted by John & Carol Walter Hammond B-3 Organ living legend celebrates his 75th birthday, 5 decades and 70 albums with the funk & groove based sounds of the “Evolution” band. SHOW TICKETS: $45 (CSA)
July 14 (Fri):
Butler Bernstein
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Hosted by Nicole Giantonio, Doren Madey Pinnell and Jesse & Filipe Vieira da Rocha Fiery band co-led by virtuoso New Orleans-bred pianist and vocalist Henry Butler, with retro-futurist trumpeter Steve Bernstein, in a rollicking horn driven celebration of New Orleans root music. SHOW TICKETS: $55 (AAM)
July 15 (Sat):
From Sinatra to Ray Charles Hosted by Don & Barbara Bluhm Kaul, Dennis & Julianne Ratner and Rob & Claire Slaymaker Backed by a powerful 15-piece Big Band, Vegas-based vocalist Clint Holmes is back to his bluesy and swinging roots in this brassy celebration of two American icons, Frank Sinatra and Ray Charles. SHOW TICKETS: $55 (AAM)
Presented by Douglas Elliman
Sizzling 11-piece Cuban band performing everything from Cuban classics & jazz to Mardi Gras & mambo. SHOW TICKETS: $45 (AAM)
Presented by Merrill Lynch
August 12 (Sat):
TAKE 6 Hosted by Jeff & Elisha Zander Ten time Grammy-winners Take 6 float between jazz and gospel roots pioneered using the voice as a virtual band of instruments, while drawing material from a wide variety of American musical genres. SHOW TICKETS: $55 (AAM)
August 18 (Fri):
Eliane Elias: 100 Years of Samba! Hosted by Toby Devan Lewis, Larry & Susan Marx and Judith Steinberg & Paul J. Hoenmans Multiple Grammy-winning Brazilian pianist & vocalist and her band return to the Café with a special guest Brazilian percussionist in a new program celebrating the high-energy, native-Brazilian rhythm called “Samba”. SHOW TICKETS: $55 (AAM)
August 19 (Sat):
Nnenna Freelon
Pre-c LISTEN oncert U @ 5:30P! Talk pm
Hosted by Jim Anathan, Bill & Claudia Coleman and Thomas & Margi Levitt Multiple Grammy Nominee singer, composer, producer, and arranger known for her “exquisite musicality” —LA Times. "An impeccably tuned voice and percolating funk based backing band” —Daily Variety SHOW TICKETS: $45 (AAM)
August 20 (Sun):
Jacob Collier Hosted by Tony & Terri Caine 19-year-old British pianist/vocalist and multi-instrumentalist now signed to Quincy Jones Music. Jacob recorded, played and sang every voice and instrument his 2016 release “In My Room.” SHOW TICKETS: $45 (AAM)
Series generously hosted by Nancy & Bob Magoon & Kelli & Allen Questrom
Showtimes: 7:00 & 9:15pm Nightly DINNER OPTIONS: All early shows at the Aspen Art Museum (AAM) include the option of a pre-concert dinner reception for $39 + tax/gratuity. All early shows at the Cooking School of Aspen (CSA) include the option of a pre-concert 3-course dinner for $47 + tax/gratuity. The Little Nell bar menu will be available at all Nell (TLN) shows.
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“I knew that I could do it if I just let myself ski the way I wanted to ski,” says Mikaela Shiffrin—seen here at last year’s World Cup in Crans-Montana, Switzerland—on winning the 2017 FIS Ski World Cup overall title, alpine racing’s top prize, in Aspen this March.
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With her overall World Cup win in Aspen, Colorado native Mikaela Shiffrin is officially alpine skiing’s queen—and she’s just getting started. by MURAT OZTASKIN
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But what makes her the world’s best is how she has honed that talent with what even the most seasoned skiers and commentators can’t believe she possesses at her age: flawless technique. It is a product of an extraordinary work ethic, her preparation-to-performance mindset, her grueling training schedule and, in between, when and how she rests—meaning she can do it in her sleep because her sleep, like every other aspect of training, is crucial to her performance. All together, it’s that preparation and discipline that has allowed her to dominate in slalom, winning by two or three seconds in races whose margins are typically decided by a tenth or a hundredth. It’s also allowed her to continue to improve in giant slalom, as well as the speed disciplines, super-G and downhill, and become the youngest overall World Cup winner since 2003, cementing her transition into an all-around skier. She doesn’t naturally have a “killer instinct,” she says. Rather, her competitiveness manifests itself in a fidelity to constant improvement. It’s almost always what she’s thinking about. Even after her greatest achievement to date, she says, “the biggest feeling I’m having right now is to not rest on my laurels.”
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Shiffrin following her gold-medal slalom win at the FIS Ski World Championships in Beaver Creek, Colorado, in 2015.
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“I ALWAYS HELD MYSELF TO A REALLY HIGH STANDARD, SO IT WAS A NATURAL COURSE TO CONTINUE TO CLIMB TO THE HIGHEST LEVEL.” —mikaela shiffrin
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Shiffrin during her first slalom run at the 2017 FIS Ski World Championships in St. Moritz, Switzerland, where she won her third consecutive slalom world championship.
The family moved to New Hampshire when Shiffrin was 7, and she followed her brother to Burke Mountain Academy, in Vermont, a few years later. She had taken so well to Burke and its coaches and students that once the family moved back to Vail when she was 14, she grew depressed and unmotivated. That winter term, Jeff and Eileen Shiffrin sent their daughter back to Burke. “That was the beginning of what really helped develop me into the skier I am today,” she says. It was also emblematic of her parents’ unconditional support. Both grew up skiing and ski racing, and fostered the same love in their children. Eileen had taken time off from work to raise her kids and be with them day to day. When they increasingly spent their days skiing, she inevitably started to coach them. To this day, her mom’s advice carries as much weight for Shiffrin as anyone else’s, including her roster of coaches. “She travels with me on the World Cup circuit,” she says. “And we’ve grown together, me as a skier and her as a coach. She is always a couple steps ahead of me, just enough to help me improve and to see the things that I need to do better. I have several other coaches now, but she’s the one who’s been there since I was born.” Shiffrin still lives with her parents in Vail, in the house where she grew up. Her hometown is also home base for training, between the mountain, her local gym, and home, where she takes her daily nap. This summer is six days a week of double sessions: a three-hour workout in the morning, followed by lunch, rest, and another two-and-a-half-hour workout in the afternoon. Afterward she’ll spend time with her family, see her friends, watch movies. But even in the offseason, she’s usually in bed by 9 or 9:30. On-snow work resumes in July, in New Zealand, where she’ll train for several weeks, and then again in Chile in September. From there, the start of the season is just around the corner. The two weeks following her win in March is the only downtime Shiffrin will have all year. She spent her first day as overall champion skiing Aspen
Mountain, the first time she skied anything “besides the actual race hill, which was really fun.” She also had a bit of leisure time in town. “I love the vibe that you get in Aspen,” she says. “It’s so cool and quaint. It’s like a city but it’s just a tiny little thing.” But before long, it was back to training, with Shiffrin eager to relish in the results that would follow. “There are a million breakthroughs you can make on any given day,” she says. “I’m just super motivated by training days where I can make that big improvement that I’ve been trying to get forever, whatever that might be. And I’ve always had the same focus, that same kind of motivation, since I was 12 or 13. Those same things still work.” One recent fixation was “fluidity,” which she tried to incorporate into her skiing last season. “I have been known to be a little bit stiff sometimes,” she says, “and that keeps me from getting that little bit of extra speed.” The best thing to develop fluidity is being able to free ski, Shiffrin says, whether by herself or with family or friends. But given her training schedule, that’s a joy more rare than one might expect from a skier who’s on-mountain nearly 300 days a year. This year, her focus is on gaining strength and power in her turns, and increasing her speed. “There’s always something to be working on.” While her dedication to improvement is responsible for her success, it also ends up being the lens through which she views that success. “I stopped trying to understand [accomplishment] and [instead] just moved forward,” she says. “Winning never really sinks in. After every race I win, I’m on top of the world for 15 seconds, and then it feels like, okay, I only did what I’ve been training for all year and for the past 15 years. It’s just what I’ve been practicing. In that sense, it’s not something that I should celebrate. I knew before that I could do it if I just let myself ski the way I wanted to ski. And that’s how it’s been with all of my biggest successes—less of a surprise and more of setting out to do a job and being able to get the job done.” In that way, Shiffrin celebrates her successes in advance—in the gym, on the training course, even asleep during her afternoon nap.
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top: Dress, Zimmermann ($3,350). Intermix, 428 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-2288; intermixonline.com. Earrings, Tomas Maier ($180). Max, 609 E. Cooper Ave., 970-5443445; maxclothing.com. bottom: Dress, Burberry ($5,250). 501 E. Hyman Ave., 970-920-3119; burberry.com. Necklace, Dior ($360). 201 S. Galena St., 970544-5222; dior.com
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Walela dress, Theory ($555). 204 S. Galena St., 970-5440079; theory.com. Bracelet, Sydney Evan ($400). Pitkin County Dry Goods, 520 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-1681; pitkincountydrygoods.com opposite page: Mixed print dress, Coach 1941 ($795). Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Denver, 303-393-1772; coach.com. Necklace, Dior ($360). 201 S. Galena St., 970-544-5222; dior.com
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Isabelle top, Erdem ($925). Neiman Marcus, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, Denver, 303329-2600; neimanmarcus.com. Skirt, Simone Rocha ($1,095). Neiman Marcus, see above. Hobo shoe, Esquivel ($785). esquivelshoes.com opposite page, left: Della dress with slip ($695) and belt (price on request), Cinq a Sept. Intermix, 428 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-2288; intermix online.com. Continental hat, Hat Attack ($98). Pitkin County Dry Goods, 520 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-1681; pitkincouty drygoods.com. right: Top ($1,650) and skirt ($3,495), Chloé. chloe.com Hair by John Ruidant using Oribe at See Management Makeup by Miriam Robstad using Chanel Models: Tanya K with Next Manangement and Jeanne Cadieu at The Society Management Styling assistance by Lisa Ferrandino and Rita Ciardiello Location: Wölffer Estate Vineyard, 139 Sagg Road, Sagaponack, NY, 631537-5106; wolffer.com
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WRITERS HAVE LONG FLOCKED TO THE COLORADO HIGH COUNTRY FOR THE TIME, SPACE, AND CALM TO WORK. NOW IT’S ASPEN’S LITERARY INSTITUTIONS THAT ARE FURNISHING SOME OF TODAY’S FINEST FICTION.
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romantic may imagine that ideas simply spring from the melting snowfields, that sentences flow readyformed from the rushing rivers, that epiphanies fall like shooting stars from the night skies. Whatever it is, Aspen has a way of inspiring writers. “I don’t mean to sound cheesy,” says Brooklyn-based ex-Aspenite Carola Lovering, “but something about the majestic, secluded setting made me feel very creatively enabled. And it clarified my goal. I knew I had to write the book.” That book, The One, is Lovering’s debut novel, set for release next year by Simon & Schuster. The rarefied Rockies have long shown the power to stir passionate wordsmiths to create and share stories that resonate with the outside world as much as within the mountainous walls of the Roaring Fork Valley. From past writer residents, including Hunter S. Thompson (Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas), James Salter (the screenplay for Downhill Racer), and Ted Conover (Whiteout: Lost in Aspen), to today’s innovators, like Linda Lafferty (The Shepherdess of Sienna) and Maria Semple (Today Will Be Different), Aspen has a long history of cradling storytellers. But the community works its magic on visitors as well, those who come to drink from the writing well and find their voice. Lovering, 28, began writing her novel, a double narrative told from the point of view of a young woman and the “sociopathic guy she can’t get over,” after college as a collection of short stories. “I started writing my book when I was living in New York City, but wrote the bulk of the existing version when I moved to Aspen,” she explains. “Far from the bustle of the city and in the peace of the mountains, I felt very removed and still. The beauty of Colorado has always inspired me, but Aspen’s natural splendor is on another level.” However, Aspen contributed more than scenery on Lovering’s journey to publication. “Aspen has an incredible literary community—I had no idea until I moved there,” she says. “A close friend of mine works at Aspen Words, so she was a big help in initially getting me involved with the writing community and attending panels and lectures. I remember one especially insightful panel at the Gant featuring several literary agents and editors, most of them based in New York. They offered advice on pitches and querying agents, and it was very helpful to me at that point in my own process.”
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t was 41 summers ago that Kurt Brown, perhaps too predictably a Jake’s Abbey bartender with a penchant for poetry, launched the Aspen Writers’ Conference. In the ensuing decades, the two-week poetry event, a kind of bicentennial slam, morphed into one of America’s longestrunning writers’ programs, Aspen Words. Now a significant nonprofit operating under the auspices of the Aspen Institute, Aspen Words attracts writers to town via its Writers in Residence program, encourages future generations by bringing authors into the valley’s public schools, and distributes books by its writers in residence to the community through the Catch and Release program. But its main mission is Aspen Summer Words (see opposite page), a mash-up of juried and nonjuried writer workshops and public events featuring noted authors from around the world. This year, the organization debuts the Aspen Words Literary Prize, a $35,000 award to a novel or short-story collection published in 2017. The book must be “an influential work of fiction that illuminates a vital contemporary issue and demonstrates the transformative power of literature on thought and culture.” A five-member jury will select the first winner, whose author will be awarded the prize in 2018 at what will become, thanks to an anonymous grant, an annual affair. Novelist Hannah Tinti knows well the power of participation in Aspen Words. Her new novel, The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley (The Dial Press), was published to rave reviews this spring (fellow author Ann Patchett said the book is “one part Quentin Tarantino, one part Scheherazade, and twelve parts wild innovation”). The book follows the relationship of a loving, gun-toting father and his coming-of-age daughter during their nomadic travels around the country. Tinti, 43, completed the work while a writer in residence in 2014. “I was able to finish the draft of my book during the month I spent in Woody Creek,” says Tinti, a Brooklynite like Lovering and a cofounder of the literary magazine One Story. “Sense of place is really important in the book, and being in such a rugged and wild landscape really helped me relate and understand that. I still show photos at cocktail parties of the bear that tried to break into my cabin while I was writing,” she laughs. In Twelve Lives, the protagonist embodies the 12 labors of Hercules, seemingly impossible tasks completed in atonement by the legendary Greek hero. To help herself visualize them as she wrote, Tinti even painted pictures of the labors during her time in Woody Creek.
“THE BEAUTY OF COLORADO HAS ALWAYS INSPIRED ME, BUT ASPEN’S NATURAL SPLENDOR IS ON ANOTHER LEVEL.” —carola lovering
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“I’M ALWAYS STRUCK BY HOW QUICKLY ASPEN’S WRITER COMMUNITIES FORM. PEOPLE HERE ARE SO INFLUENCED BY THE LANDSCAPE AND ENGAGED WITH NATURE.”—hannah tinti This summer she will be leading one of the juried workshops at Aspen Words, her second stint as a mentor and teacher, following a Beginning Fiction class she headed in 2015. “I try and teach writers that one of the most important things is building a community. It’s like in mountaineering, where you are all tied together by a rope and when each one moves and takes a step, everyone moves forward,” she says. “I’m always struck at Aspen by how quickly these communities form. People here are so influenced by the landscape and are engaged with nature. I’m really excited to be coming back.” Of course, not all of Aspen’s writers come from Brooklyn. Locally grown and groomed talent Tony Vagneur began writing stories about the Roaring Fork Valley when he was just a young pup on the family ranch. His book, Aspen: Then and Now: Reflections of a Native Son (Woody Creek Press), is not only a love letter to the places he has seen in a life well-lived, but a document of the changes that have taken place in Aspen and the valley beyond. “When I was 9 years old, I got my first rejection slip from the Reader’s Digest,” remembers Vagneur, now 70. “It killed me, and I think I quit writing for a long time after that.” But he had a writing renaissance after he quit his college football team at the University of Northern Colorado. “Somewhere in the back of my mind, I had Ernest Hemingway on the brain.” Over the next quarter-century, he wrote “business letters and proposals which never seemed to get much notice, and I’d occasionally spout off about something in the local paper that would piss me off,” but it was in January of 2005 that Vagneur began his acclaimed column, “Saddle Sore,” in The Aspen Times. There he painted pictures in words—of the people, the animals, and the places that he embraces with special love and vigor. It is perhaps the best-written regular newspaper column in the state, and when the opportunity came to produce a collection of short stories in book form, he scoured his 500-plus columns for gems. “As you might have guessed, much of my life is in that book,” he says. “I don’t share everything, but try to lay out the interesting parts in a way that makes sense. In verbal communication, I too often expect people to know what I’m talking about, and I cuss way too much. But in writing, I think I do a better job of communicating.” Up and down the valley, that’s a common trait.
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NEW WORDS FOR THE VALLEY This summer, Aspen Words (aspenwords.org) will present its 2017 Writers in Residence during a series of monthly events at Hooch Craft Cocktail Bar (301 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-710-7275; hoochaspen.com) in Aspen, which are free and open to the public (though donations at the door are encouraged). The writers will read from their works in progress and lead public discussions. Here, the summer roster:
GRANT FAULKNER, JULY 18, 5:30 PM The executive director of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) and a cofounder of 100 Word Story.
CHIGOZIE OBIOMA, AUGUST 22, 5:30 PM A Nigerian writer whose acclaimed debut novel, The Fishermen (Little, Brown, 2015), was a finalist for the Man Booker Prize.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DANIELLE SIESS (TINTI); MARY JO VAN DELL/ASPEN HISTORICAL SOCIETY, COURTESY OF TONY VAGNEUR (VAGNEUR); HANNAH THOMPSON (LOVERING); COURTESY OF RANDOM HOUSE (THE TWELVE LIVES OF SAMUEL HAWLEY); BY MARGARET WILSON RECKLING (ASPEN: THEN AND NOW)
TATJANA SOLI, SEPTEMBER 19, 5:30 PM Writers in arms: The Roaring Fork Valley and its literary institutions have nurtured writers for decades. Among the latest are (from top) novelist and One Story cofounder Hannah Tinti, who finished her latest book during an Aspen Words residency; Tony Vagneur, author of Aspen: Then and Now: Reflections of a Native Son, who first found literary expression as a columnist for The Aspen Times; and Carola Lovering, who says Aspen’s “majestic, secluded setting made [her] feel very creatively enabled” to finish her debut novel, The One, which will be published by Simon & Schuster next year.
A novelist and short story writer whose third novel, The Last Good Paradise (St. Martin’s Press, 2015), was a Millions Most Anticipated Book for 2015. Also check out readings yearround at Aspen’s beloved Explore Booksellers (221 E. Main St., 970-925-5336; explorebooksellers.com). Founded in 1975 by Katharine Thalberg, Explore is among the most important cultural institutions in the valley and regularly hosts authors for events. A must-visit for readers and writers in Aspen.
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Design for now: The only things not “mountain modern” at 720 Willoughby Way are the views. Replacing the high-country look is sleek contemporary design, including a tiled fireplace in the 18-foot-high living room.
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Along a flat bench at the base of Lower Red Mountain—a neighborhood described by Forbes as Aspen’s billionaire haven, “whose phone book reads like a Davos VIP list” —Willoughby Way has recently become the darling of the luxury homeowner set. “It’s the choicest property for the really affluent buyer,” says listing broker Gary Feldman of Aspen Snowmass Sotheby’s International Realty (970-948-3737; garyfeldman.com). “It captures everything they want—views of the four Aspen ski areas, all-day sun, and you can easily walk or bike to town or to the Rio Grande Trail.” Since last April, three properties on the street have sold for north of $25 million. Center stage in the ’hood— at 720 Willoughby Way, to be exact—a seven-bedroom, 9,049-square-foot, $32.5 million home by Aspen architect David Johnston (970-9253444; djarchitects.com) speaks to the contemporary architecture and design sensibilities that are also in high demand in Aspen these days. “It’s a unique house,” he says. “The idea was to put a lot of programming into a tight, linear house
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At the base of Red Mountain, 720 Willoughby Way offers panoramic views throughout—even from the bathtub (right).
“WILLOUGHBY WAY IS THE CHOICEST PROPERTY FOR THE REALLY AFFLUENT BUYER. VIEWS, ALL-DAY SUN, ACCESSIBILITY... IT CAPTURES EVERYTHING THEY WANT.” — gary Contemporary touches include floor-to-ceiling windows and glass-encased stairs (right).
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appropriate to the site and to the neighborhood homeowners association, and then change it up and put a contemporary side to it.” To that end, Johnston specified refined exterior elements, such as a flat roofline, and materials, including Colorado buff sandstone, black steel, glass, and wood. “The smooth surfaces let the glass, a major component, express itself,” he explains. The same or similar materials were carried through to the interiors as well, establishing a neutral palette for the finishes, such as wide-plank white-oak floors, awnd customized furnishings with clean lines, varying textures, and contemporary profiles. The significantly sized master suite is oriented toward Aspen Mountain, while the main living spaces are focused more toward Aspen Highlands and Mount Sopris beyond. The exterior grandeur is reflected inside, with highlight features and amenities including fully disappearing doors, a modern Bulthaup kitchen, Waterworks fixtures, and creative Crestron lighting. While an exercise room and a media room with a fully integrated and equipped bar ensure that the whims of owners and guests can be catered to in-house, Johnston emphasizes a pair of dynamic outdoor spaces, part of the home’s 2,900 square feet of patios and decks: a dining area adjacent to a heated swimming pool on one side of the house and a seating, wine, and entertainment area on the other. “It’s the perfect example of how people want to live here these days,” he says. “Inside and out.”
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STRENGTH IN NUMBERS SIX OF TOWN’S TOP BROKERS TAKE ASPEN’S REAL ESTATE PULSE. BY LINDA HAYES
You need only look around to discern that Aspen’s real estate market is inspiring confidence. But for a more, shall we say, professional take, we asked a group of the valley’s bestselling brokers to weigh in. Their insights? New construction, modern design, a central location, and outdoor living spaces are the main factors driving demand. And please, no more log cabins…
Aspen Snowmass Sotheby’s International Realty “Just when you think you’ve seen the best, another high-end contemporary home comes on the market with unique taste, style, quality. And this is the product most buyers, regardless of age or demographic, are demanding. A few years ago, our high-end inventory felt stale. Now we are on the cutting edge. I see this trend continuing, not only in the high-end [market] but filtering down to other price points.” penneycarruth.com SCOTT DAVIDSON
Aspen Associates Realty “The core of Aspen, the West End, and Red Mountain should continue to see very good activity, and prices remain strong. A house on Willoughby Way on Red Mountain listed for $36 million is set to close soon. It is modern in style and beautifully done, but the lot would not be considered one of the best lots on that street. Modern architecture and interiors [set it apart].” aspenassociates realty.com/associates/scott-a-davidson DOUG LEIBINGER
The Doug Leibinger Team, Compass “There have been a dozen properties
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“Aspen’s real estate market is experiencing an upswing,” says Douglas Elliman’s Joshua Saslove, who represents 1449 Crystal Lake Road, with Robert Trown–designed main and guest houses totaling nine bedrooms, 10 bathrooms, and nearly 15,000 square feet, and with unbeatable views of Independence Pass and Aspen Mountain.
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up and down the valley this year that have gone under contract in less than 60 days. But there is not a lot of new construction available. Of 72 valley properties built so far in 2017, 33 percent are already under contract. In comparison, of the 475 properties built prior to 1990, only 14 percent of those homes are in escrow.” compass .com/agents/aspen/doug-leibinger-team JOSHUA SASLOVE
Douglas Elliman Real Estate “Aspen’s market is experiencing an upswing in activity that started in the fourth quarter of 2016. Prices are steady, and buyers recognize the value. Buyers will become comfortable with new price-per-square-foot thresholds across all market levels. Properties are consistently closing for over $2,700 per square foot, while some in Aspen’s core are trading for almost double that. I predict this upswing to continue across the board.” joshuasaslove.elliman.com
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Outdoor spaces are driving demand, says CBMM’s Carrie Wells, pointing to the indoor/outdoor kitchen at 991 Moore Drive and the en plein air living spaces at 1953 Medicine Bow Road, which extend naturally from inside; the Lorrie Winnerman– represented 715 West Meadows Road flaunts the newest in mountain contemporary design; Joshua Saslove says 1230 South Tiehack Road embodies the holy trinity: proximity, privacy, and views.
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Coldwell Banker Mason Morse “I’m seeing an increase in outdoor living spaces, which can include hot tubs, pools, fire elements, and kitchens—some even on rooftops. I’m currently marketing three new homes that have multiple outdoor living areas—some very public and some private—and one that even has an outdoor master shower. My last four transactions involve properties with these outdoor spaces. In one case, the buyer is adding even more outdoor entertaining space, including a full outdoor kitchen.” carriewells.com LORRIE B. WINNERMAN
Lorrie B. Aspen & Associates “The current state of the market overall is considerably stronger than last year. We are seeing previously unreached square-foot sales numbers on properties in the Aspen core, the East and West Ends, and Red Mountain. The ‘mountain contemporary’ look is in—and no matter how upscale the log or truss home is, it is considered passé.” lbaspen.com
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THE TIDE HAS TURNED TODAY’S BUYERS CAN’T GET ENOUGH OF THE VALLEY’S RIVERSIDE PROPERTIES, WHICH BRING THE HIGH COUNTRY EXPERIENCE FROM THE PEAKS TO THE WATER. BY LINDA HAYES
Think Aspen, think mountains, right? Well, yes, of course. But there’s a water element within the glorious greenery of our landscape as well—the wonderful ribbons of rivers that run through it. And while most folks enjoy these natural waterways via sports like
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fly-fishing, stand-up paddleboarding, and kayaking, some go so far as to make the riverbank their home. Charles Cunniffe, principal of Aspen’s Charles Cunniffe Architects (970-9255590; cunniffe.com), shares the story of clients
who had their eye on a lot on the Roaring Fork River, near their primary home. “They loved the river, and when the property came up for sale, they went for it,” he says. “It had a good connection to the water, perched on the shore, and yet there was a real sense of privacy,
which they wanted.” To make the most of the site and connect Fourteen Sixty—their contemporary, new-build home— to the water, Cunniffe incorporated indigenous materials, such as Colorado sandstone, which flow inside and out. He also designed an ample
Ripple and wave: Fourteen Sixty, on the banks of the Roaring Fork, features an outdoor deck that “speaks to the river,” says architect Charles Cunniffe.
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riverside entertainment deck with an outdoor dining area and fire pit. “The owners use the deck as a part of their living experience,” he says. “It speaks to the river.” Sixteen miles downvalley from Aspen, along the famed Fryingpan River, which is designated a Gold Medal fishing area by the Colorado Wildlife Commission, a home on Frying Pan Road ($4.495 million) is rife with potential. At 5,013 square feet and with six bedrooms, it features a great room with classic details, including high vaulted ceilings, French doors, and a wood-burning stone fireplace. Just steps from the river’s edge, there’s also a large fishing hole right off the flagstone patio. As it happens, Christy Clettenberg, listing associate broker at Coldwell Banker Mason Morse (970-920-7398; masonmorse.com), lives not far from the home. “It’s so much more than a house,” she says about the riverside lifestyle the area affords. “It’s the feeling you get living there, teaching kids to fly-fish, or enjoying cocktail hour around the fire pit.” Further afield, on 146 acres along Anthracite Creek, a private trout stream on the road to Crested Butte (and 90 minutes from Aspen/ Pitkin County Airport), River House ($2.999 million) is a destination unto itself. Owners can enjoy the resortlike nature of the 9,282-square-foot, sevenbedroom log and stone homestead, which includes
an ample great room for entertaining, an office, and gun storage for hunters, as well as a separate structure called the Sheriff’s Cabin. Michael Latousek, a broker associate with Douglas Elliman Real Estate (970-925-8810; michaellatousek.elliman.com) in Aspen, who is colisting the property with his brother, Tommy Latousek of Mirr Ranch Group in Denver, shares a personal take. “It’s as luxurious and gorgeous as it gets in a rural setting, just feet from the creek, perfect for fishing for rainbow trout, hunting, or recreating,” he says. “I look forward to no cell service when I’m there, and never want to leave.”
Angler’s heaven: Anthracite Creek (with all of its rainbow trout) flows right through the property of River House. below: Set on the Fryingpan River, which boasts a Gold Medal rating by the Colorado Wildlife Commission, 7738 Frying Pan Road is practically a custom, 5,013-square-foot fishing lodge.
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GARDEN OF EDEN WITH ASPEN TREE, ENVIRONMENTALIST EDEN VARDY BRINGS THE FOCUS BACK TO THE LAND. BY MURAT OZTASKIN
“The interactions that take place in gardens are undeniably good for community,” says Eden Vardy. “The desire to share with neighbors is almost a byproduct of gardening.” It’s this communal mentality and a respect for the land that he aims to share at Aspen TREE, the educational “farm park” he founded with his wife, River, on the outskirts of Woody Creek in 2008. Born in Israel but raised in the valley, Vardy, now 31, studied food systems and eco-social design in college, all the while traveling—in Thailand, Uganda, Laos, China, and Mexico—to learn the ways that “more-traditional cultures” maintain “a healthy relationship to the land.” Now he’s teaching those very same lessons to Aspen’s next generation. Eschewing guilt-based rhetoric, Aspen TREE’s educational programs favor a focus on solutions, Vardy explains, such as showing kids how many seeds they can plant with the water they save by washing their hands more efficiently. The nonprofit also leads by example, running Farm Park at Cozy Point Ranch, a public “natural landscape where everything’s edible,” says Vardy. It’s a paragon of sustainability, with systems designed to “eliminate the concept of waste altogether.” This kind of connection to the land is being reflected throughout the valley’s lush public and private gardens, including the edible garden in front of City Hall and the expanded Aspen Community Garden. But for all that, says Vardy, it still comes down to a simple truth: “A garden is a direct intervention point with nature.” aspen-tree.org
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PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF NOGA VARDY (GREENHOUSE); COURTESY OF CHELSEA GILMORE (VARDY)
A TREE grows in Aspen: In addition to tried-and-true perennials like herbs and fruit trees, Aspen TREE (whose acronym stands for “together regenerating the environment through education”) also produces eggs, milk, and other animal products, as well as greens, vegetables, and even, in its tropical greenhouse, bananas, lychees, and heirloom tomatoes, says Executive Director Eden Vardy (inset).
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No end of the road: “There’s a greater vision,” says Governor John Hickenlooper of the state’s $100 million investment in bicycling, which integrates the efforts of grass-roots community organizations and statewide agencies like the Colorado Department of Transportation.
SPEAKS TO BUILDING THE “BEST STATE FOR BIKING.”
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What does the “best state for biking” look like? “There are so many benefits—reducing traffic, having healthier citizens, building community—to this kind of infrastructure, which includes more trails and better street infrastructure. But we want to be very clear that safety is also a high focus.” Two years into a four-year investment, what’s been accomplished thus far? “It hasn’t all been spent yet, but we’ve awarded $75 million since September 2015. This is the first time Colorado has really integrated all of its spending— municipal, county, state, nonprofits, money from the lottery.” What are key projects for the Roaring Fork Valley? “In conjunction with our ‘16 in 2016’ program [which highlighted 16 state projects last year], we’re planning a connector trail between Carbondale and Crested Butte, going up over the Maroon Bells. On the Crested Butte side, you have some of the most amazing mountain bike trails on earth.” What was the catalyst for this initiative? “My ‘bike czar,’ Ken Gart [principal of Denver’s The Gart Companies], who has helped knit together all these different agencies and groups, as well as [Western Land Group founder] Tom Glass. He and Ken had this vision of someone being able to fly into Denver International Airport and then ride a bicycle all the way to Vail, or even Aspen, without ever having to ride on the shoulder of a road.”
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SPORT MOVE! COLTER HINCHLIFFE
After freeskiing around the world all winter (and often into the summer), the 30-yearold ski-film star heads back to Aspen to bartend and work as a rock-climbing guide with Aspen Alpine Guides (aspen alpine.com), devoting as much time as he can to climbing at crags up Independence Pass and around the valley. “There are actually a ton of climbing areas and new zones that keep getting developed,” says Hinchliffe, who appreciates the sport for both its physical and mental exercise. “Whereas your progression might plateau in skiing or biking, you can always climb a harder route.” When he’s not climbing, he enjoys high-country dirt bike rides, camping, cliff jumping, and the occasional downhill bike ride in Snowmass Bike Park.
SUMMER SWEAT THREE OF ASPEN’S WINTERTIME ALL-STARS TALK SUMMER SPORTS IN THE ELKS. BY TESS WEAVER STROKES
No snow? No problem... For world-class skiers Wiley Maple and Colter Hinchliffe and snowboarder Jordie Karlinski, all of whom grew up in the Roaring Fork Valley, work and play continue in the Elk Mountains long after they go green.
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The 26-year-old ski racer spends most of the summer training at the US Ski and Snowboard Association’s Center of Excellence in Park City and on snow in Europe, Chile, and New Zealand to prep for the World Cup season, but he gets to come home to Aspen in June to mountain bike (in addition to bagging peaks and swimming in high alpine lakes). “You can get way up in the mountains in a relatively short time compared to hiking or trail running,” says Maple. “And you get the thrill of the descent on the way down.”
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRAD UNGLERT (HINCHLIFFE); ZACH MARAZITI (MAPLE); DEVIN POOL (KARLINSKI)
A former competitive freestyle snowboarder, the 27-year-old Snowmass local will run her first marathon this summer—the Aspen Backcountry Marathon (August 12; aspenbackcountry marathon.com)—on the same high-country trails where she rides in winter. While she trains by trail running in the Maroon BellsSnowmass Wilderness, Karlinski also fly-fishes in the area’s many streams and lakes and spends many weekends backpacking. “With all three, I get to go off the beaten path and explore parts of the wilderness I wouldn’t normally see,” she says. “I love how you can discover new routes to places you’ve already been.”
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60 Min CBD Healing Customized Massage Remede Spa teams up with That's Natural! CBD Hemp Oil to offer a Healing CBD Hemp oil-fused massage. This service alleviates symptoms of pain & tension on a deeper level, decreases inflammation, reduces muscle soreness & tension and also calms anxiety & stresses. 60 Min Scientific Organic Customized Facial 100% natural, paraben-free & synthetic fragrance-free, this facial is a special tailored treatment that combines active cosmeceuticals, a kombucha cleanser, probiotics, antioxidants, enzymes & natural fruit acids, as well as a wide variety of potent botanical extracts to deeply cleanse & nourish the skin. Each facial includes a packet of Vegetable Seeds & SeedBombs take home gift to help the Environment. Reservations: t: +1 970.429.9650
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ALL SYSTEMS GO MEET THE MUST-HAVE, TECHHEAVY GEAR THAT’S FUELING ASPEN’S ENHANCED SUMMER SPORTS PERFORMANCE. BY TESS WEAVER STROKES
Light, portable, and delivering quick results, this season’s high-tech sports items promise to enhance your summer activities. From muscle recovery guns to power meters and satellite communicators, here are the six in-demand gadgets for optimal summer performance. MUST-HAVE #1: THERAGUN G1 RECOVERY TOOL
Aspen’s athletes know the secret to effective training is all about recovery. The new TheraGun G1, a handheld device that uses percussive, pain-free force to increase blood flow, helps muscles recover more quickly—which means fewer down days between activities. Sold online (from $599), the TheraGun is also a fixture at The Fix Body Therapy ($25 for 10 minutes), where it is often used in conjunction with other
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treatments like compression therapy and massage. 501 Rio Grande Pl., Ste. 105, 970-3664890; thefixaspen.com; theragun.com MUST-HAVE #2: URSACK BEAR SACK
The lightest soft-sided bear bag approved by the White River National Forest office, the waterproof and puncture-proof Ursack ($80–$95), at half the weight of traditional canisters,
provides ultrasafe backcountry storage for food and valuables thanks to a proprietary laminating process of bulletproof Spectra and Kevlar fabrics. Aspen Expeditions, 133 Prospector Road, Ste. 4115, 970-925-7625; aspen expeditions.com MUST-HAVE #3: STAGES CYCLING POWER METER
Forget heart rate monitors— power meters show exactly what you’re getting out of your training. Downright miniature, weighing less than an energy gel packet, and made from the same material as bulletproof glass, Boulder-based Stages Cycling’s power meter ($550), installed on your bike’s crank arm, is the first on the market to use Bluetooth Smart protocol. With no external or moving parts, a waterproof housing, and a user-replaceable battery,
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Get in gear: Boulder-based Stages Cycling makes its torque-measuring carbon fiber power meters for all different types and brands of bicycle components, including FSA cranks (BELOW) and Campagnolo’s Record drivetrain (BOTTOM LEFT). BOTTOM CENTER: The TheraGun G1 muscle recovery tool means faster recovery—and less downtime.
CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Go farther and always be within reach with the Garmin inReach Explorer+ satellite communicator; Taylor Creek Fly Shop touts Ross Reels’ ultra-light, ultra-strong Evolution R fly fishing reel as an “exquisite piece of machinery”; backcountry camp with peace of mind with Ursack’s nearbulletproof bear sacks.
Stages meters are also perfect for Colorado’s fast-changing weather. Basalt Bike & Ski, 731 E. Valley Road, Basalt, 970-9273460; basaltbikeandski.com MUST-HAVE #4: GARMIN INREACH EXPLORER+
You may venture off the grid, but you’re never out of reach with an inReach Explorer+ handheld satellite communicator from Garmin ($450). Designed for outdoor enthusiasts who want to roam farther and experience more without compromising their loved ones’ peace of mind, inReach provides communication, location sharing, navigation, and critical SOS functions on land, water, or in the skies. Ute Mountaineer, 210 S. Galena St., 970-9252849; utemountaineer.com MUST-HAVE #5: BIG BENEVOLENT VIDEOS
Want to capture your latest ride, rapid, or jump? Consult Aspen video producers Big Benevolent, where you can rent the newest GoPro Hero5, as well as a helmet mount or selfie stick, and receive instructions on how to film like a pro ($200). Then,
turn in your footage: Big Benevolent will create a professionally edited, Vimeo-ready video—with smooth transitions, effects, titles, and royalty-free music—overnight. 409 S. Hunter St., 970-315-2379; bigbenevolent.com MUST-HAVE #6: ROSS REELS EVOLUTION R FLY REEL
Colorado-based Ross Reels designed the Evolution series for anglers who appreciate both art and function. Taylor Creek Fly Shop calls the extraordinarily light Evolution R ($465–$475) an “exquisite piece of machinery.” Its fully sealed carbon fiber drag offers an industry best power-to-weight ratio, and the ultra-large arbor spool forces the even winding of the line across its face—a first-ever function for a fly reel! Taylor Creek Fly Shop, 183 Basalt Center Cir., Basalt, 970-920-1128; taylor creek.com; rossreels.com
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BLUE-CHIP MOUNTAINS ONE OF NEW YORK’S MAJOR ART PLAYERS COMES WEST. PHOTOGRAPHY BY TONY PRIKRYL, COURTESY THE ARTIST AND MARIANNE BOESKY GALLERY
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“Aspen’s extreme landscape, like great art, is transporting,” says gallerist Marianne Boesky, whose namesake New York gallery unveiled its first satellite location, Boesky West, in downtown Aspen this March. From June 13 through July 23, the two-floor, 3,000-squarefoot space, designed by Selldorf Architects and
built in collaboration with Aspen’s David Johnston Architects, presents an encore showing of its inaugural exhibition, “Frank Stella & Larry Bell,” the first time these eminent contemporary artists have ever been shown together. “[Stella and Bell] have been kindred art spirits for more than 55 years,” says Boesky. “Their
practices are distinct, yet both speak so vividly to ideas of how we interact with objects in space, with light, color, and form, and with what ultimately defines painting versus sculpture.” On July 26, the focus will switch to a solo show of photographer John Houck, who was featured in a 2015 Museum of
Modern Art photography exhibition. During town’s downtime (Boesky West is only open to the public during peak winterspring and summer seasons), the gallery will host a residency program for curators, historians, and writers. Always working—like New York itself. 100 S. Spring St., 212-680-9889; marianne boeskygallery.com
“I felt this show could really set the tone for the type of collaboration and inquisitive engagement I am seeking for Boesky West,” says Marianne Boesky of her new Aspen gallery, which debuts with “Frank Stella & Larry Bell,” the first time the seminal artists have exhibited together.
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Art farm: In addition to its summer series, which features exhibitions and conversations with some of the biggest names in contemporary art, Anderson Ranch operates myriad art workshops and education initiatives.
visit Anderson Ranch to discuss their work during the 51-year-old Snowmass institution’s annual Featured Artists & Conversations Series (July 6 through August 10). The series, which in the past has featured Marina Abramovićc, Frank Stella, and Kara Walker, is a highlight of Aspen’s arts and cultural calendar, and draws more than 1,500 top collectors and art enthusiasts—not to
mention Anderson Ranch students and faculty. 5263 Owl Creek Road, Snowmass Village, 970-923-3183; andersonranch.org
THE ART BASE This Basalt institution fosters creative expression in the visual arts for all ages and abilities, providing a base of operations for local and regional artists through education initiatives,
regular exhibitions, and community events that support and stimulate the artistic vitality of the entire Roaring Fork Valley. 99 Midland Ave., Basalt, 970-927-4123; theartbase.org
ASPEN ART MUSEUM The AAM is a non-collecting institution presenting the newest, most important evolutions in international contemporary art, as well as innovative and timely exhibitions, educational services, and public programming. Admission is free thanks to the (very) generous patronage of Amy and John Phelan. 637 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-8050; aspenartmuseum.org
BALDWIN GALLERY Since 1994, Baldwin, which focuses on American art, has been presenting new work by artists of international renown, including Ryan McGinness, Marilyn Minter, Donald Judd, Tom Sachs, and Doug and Mike Starn. 209 S. Galena St., 970-920-9797; baldwingallery.com CASTERLINE GOODMAN GALLERY Specializing in contemporary and postwar art, Casterline Goodman (whose second location is in East Hampton, New York) shows premier 20th- and 21st-century works from its boldfaced roster of artists, including Andy Warhol, Robert Rauschenberg, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Louise Bourgeois, Willem de Kooning, Donald Judd, Ed Ruscha, Tracey Emin, Cy Twombly, and more. 611 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-1339; casterlinegoodman.com
In line with the creative force behind the gallery, artist Domingo Zapata, Cha Cha Gallery focuses on NeoExpressionist art. A permanent selection of Zapata’s paintings is on view alongside diverse exhibitions that have included street art from Mr. Brainwash, French fine jewelry, and paintings by actor Anthony Hopkins. 426 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-1435; chachagallery.com
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NEW CHA CHA GALLERY
GALERIE MAXIMILLIAN Language of Nature (2017) by local artist Tania Dibbs, who showcases her oil and encaustic paintings at her namesake Basalt workshop.
Since 1997, Galerie Maximillian has presented historic masterworks on paper alongside contemporary European work (with a predilection for Young British Artists). 602 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-6100; galeriemax.com
This collective representing local valley artists displays fine contemporary art in a space accessible to nonprofits and activists. Summer exhibitions include photography by Court Loving and Ben Timpson, encaustic paintings by Mark Simpson and sculpture by Don Stuber. 415 E. Hyman Ave., 970-948-6224
Since opening in 2015, Gallery 1949 has hosted a mix of highly collected and of-the-moment artists like contemporary Pop icon Nelson de la Nuez, abstract artist Alberto Murillo, and painter (and Academy Awardwinning actor) Anthony Quinn. 402 S. Hunter St., 970-710-7138; gallery1949.com
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VALLEY FINE ART
NEW BAMBOO BEAR
For 16 years, Mia Valley has built collections for high-profile clients. Her gallery, at the Wheeler Opera House, specializes in art of the American West, most notably the photographs of Edward S. Curtis. 2123 S. Mill St., 970-920-9193; valleyfineart.com
Husband-and-wife duo Vince and Xuan Bagford serve up super-fresh Vietnamese dishes—including house specialties such as pho, banh mi, and com tam, or “broken rice”—in a homey space decorated with items from their travels. 730 E. Cooper Ave., 970-710-2094; bamboobear restaurant.com
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With 14 galleries worldwide, including in Manhattan’s Soho and his native Australia, photographer Peter Lik curates exhibits that focus on large-scale landscape prints, oftentimes his own. 406 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-925-1820; lik.com/ galleries/aspen
One of town’s top pizzerias and trattorias boasts an impressive Italian-centric bar, with plenty of amari and aperitivi to stir up an appetite. 415 E. Main St., 970-9258222; aquolinaaspen.com
RED BRICK ARTS CENTER For 40 years, Red Brick has been supporting local art by providing affordable art programs for children and adults as well as hosting exhibitions from local and regional artists. 110 E. Hallam St., Ste. 118, 970-429-2777; aspenart.org
AJAX TAVERN Nestled within putting distance of the Silver Queen Gondola, Ajax Tavern is synonymous with Aspen après-ski. Don’t overlook the hearty fare: the famous double cheeseburger and truffle fries, plus a seasonally rotating menu of salads, pastas, and more. 685 E. Durant Ave., 970-920-6334; thelittlenell.com
Beloved Aspen chef Barclay Dodge serves up an ever-changing, Asianinspired menu that features unexpected ingredients inspired from his trips around the globe. Signature dishes like the Peking duck and oxtail dumplings have proven to be instant Aspen classics. 312 S. Mill St., 970-710-7299; bosqaspen.com
CACHE CACHE Cache Cache’s refined bistro fare— modern American cuisine with classical French at its roots—has been an Aspen staple for three decades. 205 S. Mill St., Ste. 106, 970-9253835; cachecache.com
CAMPO DE FIORI TANIA DIBBS STUDIO & GALLERY Dibbs, a full-time studio artist working in oils, encaustics, and sculpture, displays the contemporary and conceptual focus of her work at her namesake Basalt gallery. 227 Midland Ave., Ste. 17A, Basalt, 970-948-4075; taniadibbs.com
CHEFS CLUB BY FOOD & WINE Located inside the St. Regis, the craft cocktails and rotating collection of Best New Chefs make Chefs Club a can’t-miss for any foodie. 315 E. Dean St., 970-429-9581; chefsclub.com
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bar, varied wine list, and Coloradoinspired cuisine that never fail to disappoint. 411 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-925-2929; caribouclub.com
ALLEGRIA RESTAURANT A large selection of international wines by the glass and its food-fromscratch philosophy (sausages, tomato sauce, and breads are all made in-house) make this Italian eatery a Carbondale favorite. 335 Main St., Carbondale, 970-963-7316; allegriacarbondale.com
Campo serves up some of Aspen’s best Italian fare in an elegant atmosphere. The bar becomes a bit of a scene after dark... 205 S. Mill St., 970-920-7717; campodefiori.net
The Crêperie, as it’s known, serves rustic yet refined French alpine cuisine in a subterranean setting that is one of town’s most romantic. 400 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-925-1566; lacreperieduvillage.com
EIGHT K Discerning Creole-Colorado cuisine inside a modern architectural marvel at the Viceroy Snowmass makes Eight K a valley standout—and favorite. 130 Wood Road, Snowmass, 970-923-8008; viceroyhotels andresorts.com/snowmass
ELEMENT 47 Inside The Little Nell, discover truly five-star dining along with one of the country’s most celebrated wine programs. 647 E. Durant Ave., 970-920-4600; element47aspen.com
ELLINA This rustic, northern Italian restaurant is a local favorite—and so are the aperitivi and wine selections from its bar. 430 E. Hyman Ave., 970-9252976; ellinaaspen.com
NEW FREE RANGE KITCHEN + WINE BAR Longtime valley residents and owners Steve and Robin Humble are all about clean eating: Shared plates are sourced from a select group of farmers and ranchers, the 1,000-bottle cellar focuses on craft wines, and the wood-fire grill burns fruitwood from Paonia. 305 Gold Rivers Ct., Basalt, 970-279-5199; freerangebasalt.com
CARIBOU CLUB One of only two private clubs in Aspen, Caribou Club boasts a raw
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Little Nell (675 E. Durant Ave., 855-920-4600; thelittlenell.com). HOME ’HOOD: “Downtown Aspen—recently dubbed the ‘Arts District’ by a friend. We’re steps away from the new Boesky West
Mexican cuisine returned to Main Street last year with this La Cantina redux from former employees Darren Chapple and Adam Malmgren. 411 E. Main St., 970710-7076; aspenchola.com
gallery (100 S. Spring St., 212-680-9889; marianneboeskygallery.com) aspenartmuseum.org).” HIGH DESIGN: “The mining-era buildings continue to capture my attention. The Wheeler Opera House (320 E. Hyman Ave., 970-920-5770; wheeleroperahouse.com), the Hotel Jerome (330 E. Main St., 855-331-7213; hoteljerome.com)—they stand the test of time.” GO-OUT GO-TO: “I can count on great service and great food at L’Hostaria (620 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-9022; hostaria.com).” FASHION FINDS: “I always hit up Aether (414 E.
the specialty cocktails and lobster roll to the mountain-maritime décor— creates an experience that has enchanted locals and visitors alike. 305 S. Mill St., 970-925-1797; greyladyaspen.com
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stylish threads. Every item I’ve gotten has become a wardrobe staple.”
This Southeast Asian eatery doesn’t try too hard to be authentic, instead interpreting certain ingredients in creative ways. But it’s faithful to its origins: Curry pastes are made in-house, and it buys more Singha beer than any other restaurant in Colorado. 343 Main St., Carbondale, 970-963-7001; phatthai.com
JIMMY’S This “American restaurant and bar” serves up great steaks, even better tequila, and one of the liveliest nighttime bar scenes in town. 205 S. Mill St., Ste. 2, 970-925-6020; jimmysaspen.com
JIMMY’S BODEGA Same Jimmy we love, with a different location and lighter concept: seafood, raw bar, and wine. 307 S. Mill St., 970-710-2182; jimmysbodega.com
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NEW HOPS CULTURE With its 200 types of domestic and imported craft beers and well-done comfort foods, Hops Culture is a go-to spot for catching a game or gathering for drinks at the outdoor seating along Hyman Mall. 414 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-4677; hopsculture.com
J-BAR Belly up to the bar at one of town’s oldest watering holes, at the Hotel Jerome, and delight in some of town’s best cocktails—in a meticulously appointed setting. 330 E. Main St., 970-429-7674; hoteljerome .aubergeresorts.com
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Inspired by old society clubs, this fine-dining steakhouse is known for its perfectly executed cuts of meat served against a backdrop of tartan drapery and wood-paneled walls. Standouts include the bison filet and Colorado rack of lamb. 411 S. Monarch St., 970-925-2838; monarchaspen.com
Cooper Ave., 970-429-4773; aetherapparel.com) for their durable and
HOOCH The top-shelf liquors, wine, craft beers, cheese boards, and Asianinspired small plates have already made this new speakeasy-style lounge a hit. 301 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-7107275; hoochaspen.com
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JSnow might be known for its intricate cocktails, but this hip, center-of-town eatery gives just as much love to its fresh, Colorado cuisine. 328 E. Hyman Ave., 970-429-8192; justicesnows.com
KENICHI OF ASPEN This long-time sushi hideout is also home to one of the country’s longest sake lists. 533 E. Hopkins Ave., Ste. 2, 970-920-2212; kenichiaspen.com
MARBLE DISTILLING CO. The Yule marble bar in this tasting room is a nod to the distillery’s focus on the local and extends to the spirits themselves—the Marble Vodka is
filtered through crushed marble instead of carbon. 150 Main St., Carbondale, 970-963-7008; marbledistilling.com
NEW MARKET STREET KITCHEN Chef Mawa McQueen draws from her French-Ivorian heritage and love of organic fare for her largely gluten-free menu of smoothie bowls, tartines, salads, and crêpes, the latter of which she learned to make while growing up in Paris. 499 Market St., Basalt, 970-510-5820; mkstreet kitchen.com
MATSUHISA Expect exceptional and innovative Japanese cuisine, both upstairs in the lounge or downstairs in the more formal main dining room. 303 E. Main St., 970-544-6628; matsuhisaaspen.com
MEZZALUNA Mezzaluna imbues its classic Italian menu—panzanella salad, wood-fired pizzas, myriad pastas—with a few surprise, eclectic dishes, such as trout almondine and barbecue chicken. caption tk 624 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-5882; mezzalunaaspen.com
PIÑONS Long-lived (nearly 30 years!), upscale, and so, so bespoke—Piñons is an Aspen fine-dining institution with a Latin bent. 105 S. Mill St., 970-9202021; pinons.net
PROSPECT Chef Rob Zack balances mountain classics and contemporary twists at this modern American bistro at the Hotel Jerome. The best Sunday brunch in town! 330 E. Main St., 855-331-7213; hoteljerome.com/ dining
RICARD Find Parisian streetside ambience within view of the gondola at this classic brasserie helmed by executive chef Will Nolan. 110 Carriage Way, Snowmass, 855-303-4465; ricardsnowmass.com
RUSTIQUE BISTRO This bistro’s simple, authentic French country cuisine (think poulet rôti and pot-au-feu) is celebrated from coast to
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and the Aspen Art Museum (637 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-8050;
coast. 216 S. Monarch St., 970-9202555; rustiquebistro.com
Greece. 315 E. Hyman Ave., 970925-5160; thewildfig.com
SHLOMO’S DELI & GRILL
WILLOW CREEK BISTRO
Situated at the base of Aspen Mountain, this upscale deli with an expansive outdoor patio is a mainstay for pizzas, salads, and burgers, but also specializes in chef Shlomo Ben-Hamoo’s Jewish deli classics, like pastrami and corned beef sandwiches as well as the popular matzo ball soup. 501 E. Dean St., 970-315-4055
Located inside the Ritz-Carlton at Aspen Highlands, this upscale eatery offers contemporary American cuisine made with local ingredients. 76 Prospector Road, 970-429-2327
SO CAFÉ Located atop the Aspen Art Museum, SO Café features an innovative, rotating weekly menu of local ingredients prepared by AAM culinary partners Julia and Allen Domingos. 637 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-8050; aspenartmuseum.org/ visit/aam-cafe
STEAKHOUSE NO. 316 NYC-style steakhouse fare paired with healthy seafood dishes and superb salads means there’s something for everyone at this dark and intimate dinner destination. 316 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-920-1893; steakhouse316.com
TOWN This communal daytime coffee shop, bakery, and café turns into a lively restaurant and craft cocktail bar come 5 pm. The seasonal menu features entrées like butternut squash enchiladas and seed-crusted steelhead trout. 348 Main St., Carbondale, 970-963-6328; towncarbondale.com
WHITE HOUSE TAVERN The elegenat White House Tavern serves elevated pub fare—including burgers, sandwiches, and salads—as well as craft cocktails in an intimate, 19th-century miner’s cottage. 302 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-925-1007; aspenwhitehouse.com
THE WILD FIG The Wild Fig is a charming Mediterranean brasserie boasting flavors from France, Spain, Italy, and
WOODY CREEK TAVERN Come hungry to the eclectic bar and restaurant where Hunter S. Thompson hung his hat. 2858 Upper River Road, Woody Creek, 970-9234585; woodycreektavern.com
FESTIVALS THE ASPEN INSTITUTE This global institution’s summer programming includes the Walter Isaacson-founded Aspen Ideas Festival (June 22 through July 1), now in its 12th year, and the AspenBrainLab (August 10), a cosponsored event in which 15 leading experts will speak to brain health, impairment, creativity, and more. 1000 N. Third St., 970925-7010; aspeninstitute.org
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL With hundreds of classical music events taking place over the course of eight weeks, this festival counts as one of the country’s largest. June 29– August 20, 970-925-9042; aspenmusicfestival.com
FOOD & WINE CLASSIC The ne plus ultra of food and wine festivals in the country, this weekend fête (the official kick-off to the summer season) features celebrity chefs, cooking seminars, grand tastings, and nighttime soirées in venues all over town. June 16–18; foodandwine.com/classic
Wind & Fire perform at the Benedict Music Tent, and smaller acts at the Aspen Art Museum and The Little Nell. 960 N. Third St., 970-9204996; jazzaspensnowmass.org
JAZZ ASPEN SNOWMASS LABOR DAY EXPERIENCE JAS toasts the end of summer with a big-ticket blow-out (September 1 through 3) at Snowmass Town Park, featuring acts like Lake Street Dive, Daryl Hall & John Oates, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, Keith Urban, Maroon 5, The Roots, and more. Town Park, Snowmass Village, 970-920-4996; jazzaspensnowmass.org
NIGHTLIFE & LIVE MUSIC BELLY UP ASPEN This locals’ favorite venue hosts national, regional, local, and superstar acts. 450 S. Galena St., 970-544-9800; bellyupaspen.com
JAS CAFÉ The JAS Café features live jazz curated by Jazz Aspen Snowmass in an underground white-tablecloth club at The Nell and on the rooftop deck of the Aspen Art Museum. 970-920-4996; jazzaspensnowmass .org/jazzcafe
SNOWMASS FREE CONCERT SERIES
THE RED ONION
Returning for its 26th summer season, the Snowmass Free Concert Series invites guests to 11 outdoor, free-ofcharge concerts at the Fanny Hill ampitheater, through September 9. The festivities kick off with Hot Buttered Rum on June 10. Fanny Hill, Snowmass Village, 970-922-2233; gosnowmass.com/summer-music-series
Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, and John Denver are just a few of the legends who have performed at this Aspen landmark that opened in 1892 as a saloon. Today, the restaurant and bar remains a popular spot to catch big acts passing through. 420 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-9955; redonionaspen.com
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The Snowmass Rodeo celebrates 44 years this summer with 10 weeks of saddle bronc, bull riding, roping, and racing. June 14 through August 23, 2735 Brush Creek Road, Snowmass Village, 970-923-8898; snowmassrodeo.org
Proprietor Steve Standiford refers to his venue as “The Shop,” an intimate music room within a guitar store that has hosted live music almost every Friday night for more than 20 years. 19 N. Fourth St., Carbondale, 970-963-3304; stevesguitars.net
Summer sendoff: A punctuation mark to close Aspen’s sunny season, JAS’s Labor Day Experience brings big-name acts (such as Lenny Kravitz, in 2015) to Snowmass Village. This year? Maroon 5, Keith Urban, and The Roots.
JAZZ ASPEN SNOWMASS JUNE EXPERIENCE The whole city transforms into a music venue for this four-day festival (June 23 through July 1), which will see headliners like Jon Batiste, Michael McDonald, and Earth,
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ART IN STONE CHA CHA GALLERY SPELLS LOVE WITH DIAMONDS.
It’s appropriate that Charlotte Lena—who found, fell in love with, and moved to Aspen in 2013 after years of travel— would bring a multinational approach to Cha Cha Gallery, the art and design space she opened on the Hyman Avenue Mall in the closing days of 2015. Past exhibitions have included work from Spanish painter (and friend) Domingo Zapata, Saudi nouveau-Pop artist Rex Chouk, and Seattle-based stone sculptor Richard Rhodes. Now, the Corsica native brings a bit of Mother France to her multidisciplinary space with a self-designed haute joaillerie collection, Promise ($12,000–$47,930). Studded with diamond hearts and messages of love, the white-, yellow-, and rose-gold pieces are produced in the eminent jewelry workshop of Edouard Nahum. From Paris with love. 426 E. Hyman Ave., 970-9251435; chachagallery.com
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Love bands: Fine art-focused Cha Cha Gallery debuts founder Charlotte Lena’s amorous haute joaillerie, including (FROM TOP) the rose-gold and diamond I Love You bracelet ($14,151) and the white-gold and diamond I Forever Belong To You bracelet ($18,259).
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Jewelers (525 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-3833; meridianjewelers.com). HOME ’HOOD: “Mountain Valley, which is just up Independence Pass. I love living in a grove of aspen trees with a view of Aspen Mountain. And the Mountain Valley Shuttle is the best thing since sliced raisin bread!” FASHION FINDS: “Performance Ski (614 E. Durant Ave., 970-925-8657; performanceskiaspen.com), Nuages (601 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-6569; nuagesaspen.wordpress.com), and
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Gorsuch (611 E. Durant Ave., 970-920-9388; gorsuch.com) are all run
Set to open its sixth retail location in Aspen this June, this ’70s surfinspired lifestyle brand produces all of its casual sportwears—as well as its surfboards—in Downtown Los Angeles. 308 S. Mill St.; aviatornation.com
by locals who understand what works for the Aspen wardrobe. What I have from them ends up being my day-to-day uniform—often pieces from all three in the same outfit!” ASPEN ACTIVE: “I really love hiking and biking because you can do it on the spur of a moment. I’m trying to knock more 14-ers off my list, so any of those I can fit in are a favorite… once they’re done.” HIGH DESIGN: “I love the Aspen Art
BRUNELLO CUCINELLI
Museum (637 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-8050; aspenartmuseum.org)
A dash of mountain styling and striking Italian couture makes Brunello Cucinelli, which is headquartered in a 14th-century hilltop castle in Umbria, Aspenbeloved. 508 E. Cooper Ave., 970544-0600; brunellocucinelli.com
for all of its controversy—and its dynamic nature. Its SO Café is one of my all-time favorite lunch spots, and the museum shop is perfect for finding gifts. It’s tough not to go crazy on the books...”
CHRISTIAN DIOR This celeb-loved Parisian fashion house specializes in timelessly elegant men’s and women’s couture and accessories. 201 S. Galena St., 970-544-5222; dior.com
CLUB MONACO In a typically white-washed, minimalist-chic boutique, Club Monaco, which is owned by Polo Ralph Lauren, offers high-end women’s casualwear. Look out for the light, colorful dresses for summer. 307 S. Galena St., 970-925-2352; clubmonaco.com
COURAGE B Founded in 2009, this Frenchinspired women’s line famous for its knitwear is owned by siblings Stephanie Menkin and Nicolas Goureau—and designed by their mother, Noemie Goureau. 205 S. Mill St., 970-429-8018; courageb.com
DOLCE & GABBANA With their ever-on-the-edge readyto-wear pieces and accessories, the
revered design duo behind this legendary Milanese house never disappoints. 204 S. Galena St., 970-925-2367; dolcegabbana.com
and is manufactured in New York City. 205 S. Mill St., 970-618-6577; grayaspen.com
ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA This high-end retailer specializes in chic, classically silhouetted shirts, sweaters, and suits, in addition to accessories, shoes, and fragrances. 465 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-544-9946; zegna.com
This Aspen staple offers the finest Italian-crafted leather goods, accessories, and apparel. Creative Director Alessandro Michele’s street-wise creations are currently the most buzzed-about in fashion. 203 S. Galena St., 970-920-9150; gucci.com
GORSUCH
INTERMIX
Timeless elegance is Gorsuch’s creed, and the store offers an excellent selection of ultra luxury beachwear and skiwear—plus everything in between. 611 E. Durant Ave., 970-920-9388; gorsuch.com
Intermix embodies Aspen’s “chillluxe” vibe and boasts apparel from an enormous collection of young, on-trend designers (think Cushnie et Ochs, Elizabeth and James, and A.L.C.). 428 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-2288; intermixonline.com
GUCCI
JITROIS Shop Jitrois’s striking, über-urban, leather-heavy high fashion in its chic Cooper Avenue Mall boutique, its only US storefront outside of New York City. 424 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-2272; jitrois.com
LORO PIANA For six generations, Loro Piana has been supplying and working with the world’s finest cashmere and wool. 316 S. Galena St., 970-544-0502; loropiana.com
LOUIS VUITTON Beautiful leather (elegant accessories, iconic luggage) and quality clothing are the standouts from this Parisian haute couture vanguard. 205 S. Mill St., 970-544-8200; louisvuitton.com
GRAY ASPEN Virginia-native Sarah Gercke’s nine-year-old private label mixes her equestrian upbringing with a love for both the mountains and the coast, resulting in a classic but diverse collection that utilizes luxury fabrics
JAMES PERSE
LULULEMON ATHLETICS
For minimalist, upscale fashion and accessories with a West Coast spirit, look no further than Los Angeles– based James Perse. 312 S. Hunter St., 970-920-9494; jamesperse.com
Lululemon is town’s go-to for high-end technical athletic apparel for yoga, running, dancing—and most other active pursuits. 204 S. Galena St., 970-925-2033; lululemon.com
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Luxurious knits and adaptable basics distinguish Maison Ullens’s travelready staples. 445 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-429-4170; maisonullens.com
Looking for crowd-stopping pieces from high-end designers like Roland Mouret and Giambattista Valli? This intimate boutique has all the labels and none of the fuss. 601 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-6569; nuagesaspen .wordpress.com
MARIO DI LEONE This is town’s premier destination for the perfectly cut suit—as well as a whole host of luxury designers under one roof. 301 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-925-2740; mariodileone.com
MARMOT With its wide selection of performance-driven, technical outdoor clothing and equipment, Marmot is a must-stop for athletes. 210 S. Galena St., 970-925-7719; marmot.com
MONCLER In the summer, this 56-year-old French-Italian-Alpine brand’s ever-ubiquitous down coats make room for a whole range of warmweather wear—including dresses, blouses, and even swimsuits—in rich colors and elegant patterns. 432 E. Hyman Ave., 970-544-5558; moncler.com
NEW ORIGINAL PENGUIN The all-American menswear brand that has dressed the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Clint Eastwood brings its full clothing and accessories range to Aspen with a summer pop-up. 555 E. Durant Ave., 970-925-2011; originalpenguin.com
Holly Davis curates her O2 Aspen boutique with a sportswear spin on ultrafine fabrics and luxury brands.
O2 ASPEN BOUTIQUE O2’s boutique mixes classic looks with contemporary trends to satisfy the woman who is global, active, and timelessly stylish. 605 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-3161; o2aspenboutique.com
PITKIN COUNTY DRY GOODS Pitkin County is a hip boutique that sources the world’s trendiest pieces— in addition to evergreen standbys— from high-fashion’s tastemaker
labels. 520 E. Cooper Ave., 970-9251681; pitkincountydrygoods.com
RAG & BONE This New York City brand focuses on fashion-forward denim, casualwear, footwear, and accessories with a downtown edge. 433 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-2816; rag-bone.com
RALPH LAUREN
staples offers upscale clothing, home, and bedding collections for every generation. 501 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-5147; ralphlauren.com
SOUCHI Souchi specializes in exquisite handloomed cashmere knits in palettes ranging from muted earth tones to bright ice-cream colors. 205 S. Mill St., 231A, 970-925-2580; souchi.com
This all-American designer of closet
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WHO: Chairperson of Aspen’s Wine, Women & Shoes fundraiser (July 6, Silver Queen Gondola Plaza; winewomenandshoes.com/aspen) for the Shining Stars Foundation (shiningstarsfoundation.org). HOME ’HOOD: “The Aspen core. I love waking up to the mountain air and being able to walk to everything. But my second home is down at the Roaring Fork Club (100 Arbaney Ranch Road, 970-927-9000; roaringforkclub.com), which is so peaceful and relaxing. A nice little
Sun Valley, Idaho–based SQN Sport is Aspen’s home base for luxurious women’s activewear made in the US. 406 S. Galena St., 970-925-1712; sqnsport.com
SUSIE’S LTD. CONSIGNMENTS Susie’s sells new and gently used luxury clothing—as well as furniture, housewares, rugs, and jewelry. 600 E. Main St., Ste. 8, 970-920-2376
getaway from town.” GO-OUT GO-TO: “My regular restaurants are Cache Cache (205 S. Mill St., 970-925-3835; cachecache.com) and Casa Tua (403 S. Galena St., 970-920-7277; casatualifestyle.com). The food is excellent, but I also love the familiarity and warm welcome from the owners and staff.” LOCALS ONLY: “A favorite activity of mine that may not occur to tourists is a bike ride down the Rio Grande Trail with a bunch of friends to the Woody Creek Tavern (2858 Upper River Road, Woody Creek, 970-923-4585; woodycreektavern.com). The ride itself is so beautiful, and then the reward is the famous fish tacos and margaritas. Just be sure to line up a ride back!”
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THEORY Sleek, understated, ultramodern dresses, jackets, and knitwear are the focus of this ultra-tailored apparel brand. 204 S. Galena St., 970-5440079; theory.com
NEW VALENTINA KOVA Interested in catering to the Aspen woman’s “uniform,” this New York City designer has extended a Mill Street residency through summer, debuting exclusive cotton- and
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VALENTINO The Italian fashion powerhouse is town’s go-to for sportswear-inspired couture clothing and accessories. 304 S. Galena St., 970-925-2989; valentino.com
JEWELRY & ACCESSORIES ASPEN JEWELERS The offerings of this one-stop jewelry shop range from custom-designed pieces inspired by the Roaring Fork Valley to ever-classic gold link bracelets and pearl necklaces. 409 S. Hunter St., 970-925-2025; aspenjewelers.net
AUDEMARS PIGUET One of the world’s oldest high-end timepiece manufacturers (founded 1875), this brand offers the crème de la crème of luxury Swiss watches. 400 E. Hyman Ave., 970-236-1255; audemarspiguet.com
BLOOMINGBIRDS This Hopkins Avenue shop meets all of town’s footwear needs—plus carries handbags and accessories for women. 461 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-925-2241
NEW LUGANO DIAMONDS
A permanent large salon at the Residences at The Little Nell means this SoCal brand’s fine-jewelry wares (including some Colorado-inspired exclusives) are here to stay. 501 E. Dean St., 970-710-7644; luganodiamonds.com
MERIDIAN JEWELERS Offering a curated collection of brands, Meridian is town’s go-to for high-end jewelry (Irene Neuwirth, Alessandro Barellini) and watches (Cartier, Harry Winston, Vacheron Constantin). 525 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-3833; meridianjewelers.com
PANERAI Panerai specializes in watches with a natural blend of Italian design (read: Italian flair) and precise, Swiss technology and engineering, plus other high-end accessories such as belts. 400 E. Hyman Ave., 970-5441868; panerai.com
RICHARD MILLE This Swiss brand is responsible for striking, 21st-century timepieces heralded as the “dawn of a new era in watchmaking” using innovations in movement design and novel, high-tech materials. 315 E. Dean St., 970-300-3318; richardmille.com
TLIN’S SHOES Featuring all manner of shoe styles
BUCCELLATI Since its 1919 inception, this Milanese brand has dealt in the finest jewelry, watches, engagement rings, and silverware. 441 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-544-8303; buccellati.com
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Located in a renovated boutique on one of Aspen’s busiest corners, Van Cleef is a creator of bejeweled fairytales. 400 E. Hyman Ave., 970-544-1852; vancleefarpels.com
SPAS ASPEN VIDA MEDI SPA Facials, massages, waxing procedures, eyelash extensions, as well as Botox and microblading: This West End spa does it all. 420 W. Main St., Ste. 102, 970-429-8350; aspenvidamedispa.com
AVALANCE RANCH Visit for the day or stay overnight at these natural hot springs in the Crystal River Valley. Indulge in a full-body massage after your soak (as long as you book in advance!). 12863 St. Hwy. 133, Redstone, 970-9632846; avalancheranch.com
NEW FAHRENHEIT
Advanced services such as cryotherapy and an infrared sauna (which generates heat through infrared light, producing a host of health benefits) join more traditional offerings like massage and yoga at this Basalt sanctuary. 241 Robinson St., Ste. C-106, Basalt, 970-3151234; fahrenheitbodyspas.com This body-focused studio brings high-tech flair with cryotherapy, compression therapy, and infrared saunas. 501 Rio Grande Pl., Ste. 105, 970-544-6800; thefixaspen.com
Expect luxury-bohemian fine jewelry from eminent designers such as Jacquie Aiche, Maria Lightfoot, and Jordan Scott. 306 S. Mill St., 970-920-0000; covetaspen.com This Old West retailer is Aspen’s go-to shop for the finest cowboy boots, hats, and belt buckles. 434 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-7878; kemosabe.com
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
THE FIX
COVET
KEMO SABE
from designers like Pedro Garcia, Loeffler Randall, and Pajar, Tlin’s is Aspen’s footwear go-to, right in the heart of town. 405 S. Hunter St., 970-429-4756; tlinsaspen.com
O2 ASPEN STUDIO & SPA Jacquie Aiche’s jewelry designs represent the Covet aesthetic: boho-luxe and casually elegant.
Yoga, Pilates, and aerial exercises are complemented by facials, waxes, and massages at this locals’ favorite, which moves into its new South Mill Street location in October. 500 W. Main St., 970-925-4002; o2aspen.com
REMÈDE SPA Voted the best spa in the world by Travel + Leisure, Remède, in the St. Regis, offers all manner of spa services in an underground space that features steam caves, cold plunges, and a waterfall. 315 E. Dean St., 970-920-3300; stregisaspen.com
RESCUE LOUNGE IV hydration, oxygen, and booster shot therapies deliver vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants directly into the blood to combat altitude sickness, fatigue, cold and flu symptoms, and more. 525 E. Cooper Ave., Ste. 206, 970-456-9477; rescuelounge.com
THE SPA AT HOTEL JEROME Town’s most indulgent space for relaxation features a spa program that implements many natural healing techniques practiced by the Utes for centuries in the Roaring Fork Valley. 330 E. Main St., 970-429-7615; hoteljerome.com/spa
THE SPA AT VICEROY SNOWMASS The spa’s 7,000 square feet include six beautifully appointed treatment rooms, a couple’s suite, and a state-of-the-art Vichy hydrotherapy shower room, all centered around an infinity pool and waterfall. 400 E. Hyman Ave., 970-923-8007; viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/ snowmass/spa_and_wellness
TRUE NATURE A spiritual getaway, True Nature features a tranquil outdoor garden, an Ayurvedic spa, and a tea room in addition to yoga. 100 N. Third St., Carbondale, 970-963-9900; truenaturehealingarts.com
YAMPAH SPA & SALON In addition to its Aveda salon treatments, Yampah, in Glenwood Springs, specializes in Ute-inspired treatments such as baths in natural hot springs and time in steam-roomlike vapor caves. 709 Sixth St., Glenwood Springs, 970-945-0667; yampahspa.com
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ASPEN ’S SOARING HOTELS AND HOMES
PICTURE PERFECT J GEIGER SHADING GIVES ASPEN A NEW VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS.
“Aspen is amazingly beautiful,” says James Geiger, the 38-year-old founder of Charleston-based shading company J Geiger, whose introduction three years ago of an unhidden automated shading system shook up the worlds of architecture and interior design. “The goal [architecturally] is to preserve natural beauty from the outside while simultaneously displaying it on the inside. We are in essence preserving the quality of the view.” The company has plenty of views to preserve in Aspen, where it debuted a showroom last July (also in New York and LA, it has since expanded to Miami, Seattle, and San Francisco). “We are the first automated shading company to expose the shades rather than cover them up,” says Vince Lahey, J Geiger’s director of market operations for Aspen. Without unsightly wires or screws, or the need to find space in which to hide the shade rolls and motors, shaded windows can now truly go floor-toceiling, adds Lahey, making J Geiger’s designs “hugely popular with architects.” Increasingly, that means Aspen architects (including Rowland+Broughton, the company’s first collaboration in town), with whom J Geiger has already completed more than 25 projects. That’s a lot of windows onto the valley… 426 E. Main St., 720-4091794; jgeigershading.com
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Out of sight: “Our shades can barely be noticed, but that’s the point,” says Vince Lahey, J Geiger’s director of market operations for Aspen, about the shading integration in this Red Mountain home.
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WHO: President of Houston-based Williams Development &
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LEE WILLIAMS
Construction (713-683-8444; wdc-construction.com) who does private design, design-build, and decorating work all over the Roaring Fork Valley. HOME ’HOOD: “Downtown Aspen, on East Cooper Avenue, as
Located in the heart of downtown Aspen, the renovated, rustic-chic Annabelle Inn is within walking distance of town’s top shops and restaurants. 232 W. Main St., 970-925-3822; annabelleinn.com
well as a ranch on Snowmass Creek Road.” HIGH DESIGN: “I like the unusual pieces at Georgia Brown Home (217 S. Galena St., 970-4298216; bdantiques.com). The one-of-a-kind Shane Brown has such an eye for finding special pieces. My last pick-up included framed Indian rugs, an airplane propeller, and petrified-wood tables.” GO-OUT GO-TO:
ASPEN CLUB RESIDENCES
“Cache Cache (205 S. Mill St., 970-925-3835; cachecache.com), Casa
These 20 beautifully appointed residences, now being presold for 2018 openings, will offer many of the services and amenities of a five-star hotel. 1450 Ute Ave., 970-414-7202; aspenclubliving.com
Tua (403 S. Galena St., 970-920-7277; casatualifestyle.com), Piñons (105
ASPEN LUXURY VACATION RENTALS
is always at the Maroon Creek Club (10 Club Circle, 970-920-1533;
From 20-person private homes and five-bedroom ski-in, ski-out chalets to more intimate penthouse condos, this rental service offers a range of options near every major ski resort. 428 Spring St., 970-205-9960; aspen luxuryvacationrentals.com
ASPEN MEADOWS RESORT With 98 suites and 40 acres of land, Aspen Meadows—home of the Aspen Institute—is the ideal escape for relaxation and rejuvenation. All of the suites feature separate sleeping, working, and living areas. 845 Meadows Road, 970-925-4240; aspenmeadows.com
NEW DANCING BEAR Located a few minutes away from the Silver Queen Gondola, Dancing Bear Aspen specializes in luxury fractional ownership. Its new Mountainside building debuted last year with 10 three-bedroom residences and a spa. 411 S. Monarch St., 970-236-6701; dancingbearaspen.com
THE GANT This upscale, rustic condo-resort at the base of Aspen Mountain boasts one- to four-bedroom condos as well as a recently renovated conference
S. Mill St., 970-920-2021), and the Caribou Club (411 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-925-2929; caribouclub.com)—the quality of the food at these places is always so consistent.” ASPEN ACTIVE: “In the summer, I hike, golf, and ride horseback. There are so many choices of hiking trails, but golf mccaspen.com), which is so nearby and of the very highest quality.”
center, on-site café, and multiple pools and hot tubs. 610 S. West End St., 970-925-5000; gantaspen.com
HEARTHSTONE HOUSE This Frank Lloyd Wright– inspired bed and breakfast offers an intimate, quiet lodging experience in the middle of town. 134 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-7632; hearthstone house.com
HOTEL DURANT Conveniently located three blocks from downtown Aspen, the Hotel Durant is a family-owned and -operated lodge with 19 distinctive rooms that exude a cozy, European feel. 122 E. Durant Ave., 970-9258500; durantaspen.com
HOTEL JEROME The opulent Hotel Jerome first opened in the late 1800s, and features a unique blend of contemporary luxury and historic heritage design— not to mention superb amenities and a now-famous standard of service. 330 E. Main St., 855-331-7213; hoteljerome.com
HOTEL TEATRO Housed in a 106-year-old building, this downtown Denver classic is just steps from some of the Mile High’s best dining, arts, and nightlife. 1100 14th St., Denver, 303-228-1100; hotelteatro.com
INDEPENDENCE SQUARE HOTEL Enjoy modern rooms and suites inside a historic building downtown adjacent to rocking subterranean nightclub Belly Up. Don’t miss the rooftop hot tub. 404 S. Galena St., 970-920-2313; friasproperties.com
THE INNSBRUCK This recently remodeled residencehotel offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and intimate mountain elegance in 17 tastefully finished guest homes with first-class services and amenities. 233 W. Main St., 970-925-2980; theinnsbruck aspen.com
LIMELIGHT HOTEL This Aspen Skiing Company–owned hotel in the heart of downtown
features some of the largest guest rooms in town. 355 S. Monarch St., 970-925-3025; limelighthotel.com
THE LITTLE NELL Located at the base of Aspen Mountain, this chic, five-star, ski-in/ ski-out resort is the ultimate in mountain-town luxury. Amenities include an adventure concierge and free seasonal bike loaners. 675 E. Durant Ave., 970-920-4600; thelittlenell.com
MOLLY GIBSON LODGE This stylish Main Street boutique hotel with spacious, pet-friendly rooms is minutes from both the base of Aspen Mountain and the airport. 101 W. Main St., 970-925-3434; mollygibson.com
THE RESIDENCE HOTEL Owner Terry Butler, known all over town as the perfect host, oversees this boutique hotel that features eight residential-style suites, several of which have two bedrooms and full kitchens. 305 S. Galena St., 970-9206532; aspenresidence.com
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The SOURCE: SPACE ISBERIAN RUG COMPANY Isberian offers an extensive collection of oriental, Navajo, modern, and antique rugs to complement any style of home. 516 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-8062; isberianrugs.com
KITCHEN COLLAGE This gourmet kitchen supply store also offers full lines of placemats, linens, and silverware for the dining room. 840 E. Valley Road, Basalt, 970-273-0400; kitchencollage.com
NOORI’S COLLECTION Noori’s specializes in fine oriental rugs, European and Navajo tapestries, antiques, furniture, and jewelry. 405 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-5555
A team at Poss Architecture designed this green garden doghouse and donated it to Aspen nonprofit The Buddy Program for its Bash for the Buddies fundraiser.
The Sky Hotel offers a stylish spin on the classic ski lodge, with cutting-edge design permeating the lobby and guest rooms. 709 E. Durant Ave., 970-925-6760; theskyhotel.com
THE ST. REGIS ASPEN RESORT From the signature butler services, free luxury car rides to the central location, and Gilded Age styling, the St. Regis remains a luxury mainstay in town. 315 E. Dean St., 970-9203300; stregisaspen.com
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or renovation projects. 533 E. Hopkins Ave., Ste. A, 970-925-4440; balentinecollection.com
AMEN WARDY
CHEQUERS
Exclusive in Aspen, Amen Wardy is conveniently located across from the Silver Queen Gondola. The boutique sells hand-picked designer pieces and—if you’re at a loss for what to buy—publishes its own magazine offering seasonal gift ideas. 520 E. Durant Ave., 970-920-7700; amenwardyaspen.com
For elegant household additions, try Chequers’ fine china, furniture, and housewares. 520 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-7572; chequersaspen.com
ASPEN DESIGN ROOM VICEROY SNOWMASS The Viceroy is the ideal base of operations for sophisticated mountain adventure in Snowmass, with luxe dining and lounging options as well as a Ute Indian-inspired spa. 130 Wood Road, Snowmass, 970-923-8000; viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/snowmass
THE WESTIN SNOWMASS RESORT With ski-in/ski-out access, the Westin Snowmass offers the brand’s signature lodging amenities, excellent facilities, and on-site dining. 100 Elbert Lane, Snowmass, 970-9238200; westinsnowmass.com
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Ralph Lauren Home, Natasha Baradaran, and Kelly Wearstler are just a few of the brands available at this furniture showroom, which filled a void in the market for high-end interior goods and full interior design services when it opened in 2014. 625 E. Main St., Ste. 101, 970-544-2055; aspendesignroom.com
BALENTINE COLLECTION INTERNATIONAL The premier provider of flooring, carpeting, and countertop solutions in Central Colorado, Balentine utilizes a broad and luxurious roster of materials to suit any style of new-build
NEW DIAMOND SPAS This Colorado company offers spa, hot tub, and pool solutions with elegant craftsmanship and custom design. 4409 Coriolis Way, Frederick, 720-864-9115; diamondspas.com
In addition to offering design services and custom upholstery, this furnisher works with all-American, familyowned companies to carry everything needed to appoint the modern home. 222 Detroit St., Denver, 303-3226462; roomandboard.com
REAL ESTATE & ARCHITECTURE ALPINE PROPERTY This full-service real estate, vacation rental, property management, and interior design agency represents some of the most distinguished properties in Aspen and Snowmass Village. 323 W. Main St., Ste. 100, 970-544-5861; alpineproperty.com
GEORGIA BROWN HOME Owner Shane Brown, who specializes in custom reproductions of vintage pieces and reconstructing old wares for modern homes, offers an eclectic mix of antiques, home décor, and textiles. 501 E. Hyman Ave., Ste. 505, 970-429-8216; bdantiques.com
GORSUCH From barware to home furniture, this beloved clothing boutique also stocks luxury gifts and housewares for town’s (discerning) homeowners. 520 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-7576; gorsuch.com
ASPEN ASSOCIATES REALTY Founded in 2005, Aspen Associates Realty is a locally owned boutique firm that specializes in buying, selling, and renting luxury real estate in the Roaring Fork Valley. 510 E. Hyman Ave., Ste. 21, 970-544-5800; aspenassociatesrealty.com
ASPEN SNOWMASS SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY This international realty firm is known for listing premier properties
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Representing and selling all the best of the Hamptons I’ve known Mala for 15 years. She doesn’t just work in the business, she lives it. Her enthusiasm is infectious and her thoroughness unparalleled. I’ve bought two properties and sold one with her, and what I admire most is Mala’s uncanny ability to read what a client wants. I didn’t even want to see the first property I ended up buying from her, and she found me the second one a year before it was available. There are no higher marks. She’s a real pro. — Susan Dusenberry, Buyer & Seller
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It’s time to work with one of the best. Contact Mala to reach your real estate goals—and help you live who you are in the Hamptons.
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company also has divisions in home rental, management, development, and general contracting, and recently partnered with the interior designers at the Aspen Design Room. 625 E. Main St., Ste. 102A, 970-544-2000; bobbowden.com
BOWDEN PROPERTIES
CHARLES CUNNIFFE ARCHITECTS
Bob Bowden brings 30-plus years of experience to the Aspen real estate scene (and boasts several of town’s largest residential transactions). The
Since opening his firm in 1981, in addition to designing private residences and commercial projects,
architect Charles Cunniffe has focused on the restoration of city landmarks like the Hotel Jerome and the Aspen Block. 610 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-5590; cunniffe.com
COLDWELL BANKER MASON MORSE With 76 agents, including all-star brokers Carrie Wells and Chris Souki, in six offices up and down the Roaring Fork Valley, Coldwell Banker Mason Morse is consistently one of the area’s
top real estate firms. 514 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-7000; masonmorse.com
COMPASS New York-based, tech-driven luxury real estate firm Compass launched its Aspen brokerage with the acquisition of Shane Aspen Real Estate, and now boasts Steven Shane, the number-two top-producing agent in Colorado, in its ranks. 117 S. Monarch St., 970925-6063; compass.com/aspen
CORCORAN GROUP REAL ESTATE While Alpine Property’s rental Treehouse on West Fork isn’t actually up in the trees, it is on Snowmass Mountain, right off the Two Creeks ski run. The luxury five-bedroom home ($10,000 per week or $25,000 per month) boasts an expansive deck with mountain views, a private hot tub, and a barbecue.
With offices in New York, the Hamptons, and South Florida, the Corcoran Group brings a national, full-service real estate mindset to the valley. 212-355-3550; corcoran.com
DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE New York’s largest residential brokerage landed in Aspen two years ago, and now sports two offices in town and another in Snowmass. 630 E. Hyman Ave., 520 E. Durant Ave., 970-925-8810; elliman.com
Engel & Völkers is one of the world’s leading service companies in luxury real estate, working in Europe and Asia in addition to North America. 616 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-8400; aspen.evusa.com
FRIAS PROPERTIES From economy to luxury, Frias has Aspen’s widest variety of home and condo rentals. 730 E. Durant Ave., 970-920-2000; friasproperties.com
LORRIE B. ASPEN & ASSOCIATES Owner Lorrie Winnerman is one of town’s longest-running and most successful real estate agents. 601 E. Hopkins Ave., Ste. 201, 970-9200020; lbaspen.com
PALLADIUM PROPERTIES Founded in 2015 by the former vice president of operations for one of Aspen’s premier luxury brokerages, the Palladium team collectively has 100 years of experience serving the
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Aspen real estate market. 620 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-8088; palladiumaspen.com
POSS ARCHITECTURE With a scope ranging from residential to large-scale commercial (projects include the Hyatt Grand Aspen, Roaring Fork Club, and Residences at The Little Nell), this 40-year-old local architecture, planning, and interior design firm is synonymous with innovative design. 605 E. Main St., Ste. 1, 970-9254755; billposs.com
Just dance: The new Mountainside building from luxury fractional ownership residences Dancing Bear Aspen features 10 three-bedroom units (below) and myriad amenities—a full fitness facility, a rooftop pool area, and, in the Monarch, first-class dining (not to mention daily housekeeping!)—usually reserved for five-star hotels.
EVENTS, ETC. EKS EVENTS EKS is a full-service event planning and coordination company with myriad (and often inventive) big-ticket events under its Aspen belt. 100 Obermeyer Pl., Stes. 106 & 107, 970-429-4187; eksevents.com
NEW HEIR VINTAGE Operating out of a retooled school bus, this mobile boutique specializes in high-end vintage clothing, jewelry, and art. While it can often be found at music festivals in the region, it is also available for private events, ready to make over guests in vintage chic. heirvintage.com
MAWA’S KITCHEN Mawa’s Kitchen is a full-service caterer and cooking school featuring high-quality food based on seasonal, local, and organic ingredients. 305 AABC, Ste. F, 970-544-4862; mawaskitchen.com
ROCK BOTTOM RANCH Located downvalley, between Basalt and Carbondale, this 113-acre wildlife preserve at the Aspen Center for Environmental Studies hosts a regular roster of events that includes lakeside picnics, guided educational talks, and farm-to-table dinners, while also being available for private events. 2001 Hooks Spur Road, Basalt, 970-927-6760; aspennature.org
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EASY RIDER
Catch a ride: Aspen Heli Charter’s Eurocopter EC130 helicopter delivers all manner of summer athletes to remote Southern Colorado destinations for private fly-fishing, mountain biking, and rafting trips.
GET OUT OF TOWN! ASPEN HELI CHARTER OPENS UP THE SOUTHERN ROCKIES TO SUMMER SPORTS ENTHUSIASTS.
While more traditional services include VIP transportation, sightseeing tours, and real estate surveys/showings, summertime is also sports time for Aspen Heli Charter’s Eurocopter EC130, which flies private fly-fishing, mountain biking, rafting, and stand-up paddle-boarding trips all over the state. Still, the most common adventure-related transportation is for hikers, says chief pilot and charter operations manager Josh Thorne, describing the return leg for those who hike from Aspen to Crested Butte: “We can fly them back over [to Aspen] in a beautiful, 25-minute tour over the Maroon Bells—instead of a four-and-a-half-hour drive.” In a more extreme mood? Try helicopter sky-diving, which Aspen Heli Charter coordinates with Roaring Fork Skydivers. Got leisure on your mind? Take a chopper to private landing sites for summer picnics, or head to Red Rocks Ampitheatre for a show, arriving—and leaving—in ultimate style. 69 W. Airport Road, 970-948-4354; aspenhelicharter.com
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The SOURCE: SPORT BALLOONING ABOVE IT ALL BALLOON CO. Like its name says, get above it all for breathtaking views of the valley, the Maroon Bells, and more with this company that’s operated in Aspen and Snowmass for more than 20 years. 2835 Brush Creek Road, Snowmass Village, 970-963-6148; aboveitallballoon.com
BIKING AJAX BIKE & SPORT With locations in Aspen and Carbondale, Ajax is the largest bike shop on the Western Slope, offering 34 years of experience in fits, rentals, and service work. 400 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-7662; ajaxbikeandsport.com
ASPEN BIKE RENTALS Fat tires and springy suspension let you spin around town or on reserved trails along the extensive Aspen Nordic system. 430 S. Spring St., 970-925-9169; aspenbikerentals.com
scene boasts a swimming pool, two-story waterslide, 32-foot climbing tower, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. 0861 Maroon Creek Road, 970-925-7478; aspenrecreation.com
JEAN-ROBERT’S GYM Downtown’s serious fitness and massage center features a lap pool, steam room, and myriad workout classes. 720 E. Hyman Ave., 970-9209595; jeanrobertgym.com
ASPEN OUTFITTING COMPANY Located inside the St. Regis Aspen, this outfitter offers guided fly-fishing tours on private lakes and streams designated Gold Medal fishing areas by the Colorado Wildlife Commission, as well as clay target and pistol shooting. 315 E. Dean St., 970-920-3406; aspenoutfitting.com
the Aspen Golf Club provides a challenging 18-hole course with a gorgeous mountain backdrop. 39551 Hwy. 82, 970-429-1949; aspengolf.com
MAROON CREEK CLUB This members-only club boasts a challenging, Tom Fazio-designed course, not to mention numerous tennis courts and pros, five-star dining, and luxury lodging. 10 Club Cir., 970-920-4080; mccaspen.com
PURE BARRE Voted the number-one fitness class by Aspenites, the Total Body Workout at this Downtown hot spot lifts your seat, tones your thighs, and burns fat. 620 E. Hyman Ave., 970-710-1501; purebarre.com/ co-aspen
RED BRICK RECREATION CENTER Kitty-corner from the Hotel Jerome, the Red Brick hosts several drop-in classes (from yoga to trapeze to weight lifting) for strength and fitness. 110 E. Hallam St., Ste. 135, 970925-7478; aspenrecreation.com/ red-brick-recreation-center
ASPEN VELO While town’s best bike mechanics make this a fine service shop, Aspen Velo also rents some of the world’s greatest (and hard to find) road and mountain bikes. 465 N. Mill St., 970-925-1495; aspenvelo.com
601 E. Dean St., 970-920-6886; aspenflyfishing.com
THE LITTLE NELL ADVENTURES
SNOWMASS CLUB GOLF COURSE
High-end fly-fishing excursions are just the beginning for the Nell’s adventure concierge, which also offers stargazing, jeep tours, and biking camps. 675 E. Durant Ave., 970-920-6365; thelittlenell.com/ adventures
This Jim Engh-designed course boasts majestic views, challenging landscapes and features, and sculpted fairways—plus five sets of tees. 0239 Snowmass Club Cir., 970-923-5600; snowmassclub.com
TAYLOR CREEK FLY SHOP With operations in Aspen and Basalt, Taylor Creek offers gear outfitting, guided trips, and more. 408 E. Cooper Ave., 970-920-1128; 183 Basalt Center Cir., Basalt, 970-927-4374; taylorcreek.com
SNOWMASS CLUB Make friends with a member or join this private club to access a huge array of classes and beautiful facilities. 239 Snowmass Club Cir., Snowmass Village, 970-923-5600; snowmassclub.com
GOLF
HIKING ASPEN CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES ACES runs free naturalist-guided hiking tours from Aspen, Buttermilk, and Snowmass Mountains—and, for a fee, from Ashcroft 11 miles up Castle Creek Road. 970-925-5756; aspennature.org
UTE MOUNTAINEER ASPEN GOLF CLUB Ranked among the country’s top municipal golf courses by Golfweek,
For gear obsessives, outdoor novices, and everyone in between, the Ute is an outdoors staple among locals and
HUB OF ASPEN The oldest bike shop in the valley, Hub is a go-to for tailored rides, like the Maroon Bells, Castle Creek, and Independence Pass. 616 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-7970; hubofaspen.com
FITNESS ASPEN ALPS HEALTH SPA Three fitness rooms are augmented by a world-class steam room and sauna. 700 Ute Ave., 970-925-8114; aspenalps.com
ASPEN RECREATION CENTER The crown jewel of Aspen’s fitness
SNOWMASS RECREATION CENTER This modern facility adjacent to the Rodeo Lot has saline-pool swimming, weights, and a climbing wall and bouldering cave. 2835 Brush Creek Road, Snowmass Village, 970-9222240; snowmassrecreation.com
Road trip: In addition to fly-fishing and mountain biking, the Little Nell Adventures team offers 4x4 jeep tours of the valley’s beautiful terrain.
FLY FISHING ASPEN FLY FISHING This beloved guide service provides full- and half-day fly-fishing trips on the Roaring Fork, Fryingpan, and caption tk Colorado Rivers, as well as clayshooting experiences for all levels.
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The SOURCE: SPORT YOGA ARJUNA YOGA This diverse downtown studio offers classes in vinyasa flow, hot yoga, and many other disciplines. 517 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-948-1165; arjunayoga.net
KING YOGA This innovative studio augments the power of yoga with the power of music for a multisensory release. 408 AABC, 970-920-9642; kingyoga.net
tourists alike. It also features the best-curated collection of hiking shoes in town. 210 S. Galena St., 970-925-2849; utemountaineer.com
HORSEBACK RIDING CAPITOL PEAK OUFITTERS Riders of all experience levels can enjoy a full range of horseback riding up and down the valley, from Aspen to Glenwood Springs. 9552 County Road 110, Glenwood Springs, 970-928-0723; capitolpeak.com
MAROON BELLS GUIDE AND OUTFITTERS Indulge in everything from one-hour rides to all-day and overnight excursions featuring gourmet lunches, dinners, and libations from this adventure outfitter at T-Lazy-7 Ranch. 3133 Maroon Creek Road, 970-9304677; maroonbellsaspen.com
PARAGLIDING ASPEN PARAGLIDING Take to the skies with the country’s
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premier paragliding school. On top of tandem instruction, the company (which is also a full-service dealer of paragliding equipment) offers certification, clinics, inspection and repair services, and more. 426 S. Spring St., 970-925-6975; aspenparagliding.com
RAFTING ELK MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS From guided wade-in fishing to group whitewater rafting, this member of the Colorado River Outfitters Association specializes in water activities. Rafting trips range from Class I to Class IV rapids. 401 E. Hyman Ave., 970-456-6287; raftinginaspen.com
GLENWOOD ADVENTURE COMPANY While this Glenwood Springs-based company organizes horseback riding, fishing, ATV touring, and paragliding, it specializes in whitewater rafting, from the local Colorado and Roaring Fork Rivers to the out-there/ adventurous Upper Colorado and Arkansas Rivers. 723 Cooper Ave.,
Glenwood Springs, 970- 945-7529; glenwoodadventure.com
ROCK CLIMBING ASPEN ALPINE GUIDES In addition to hiking, backpacking, and hut trips, this guide company’s summer specialty is climbing, with half- and full-day beginner and intermediate courses. 210 S. Galena St., 970-925-6618; aspenalpine.com
O2 ASPEN STUDIO & SPA Yoga, Pilates, and aerial exercises are complemented by facials, waxes, and massages at this locals’ favorite, which moves into its new 408 South Mill Street location in October. 500 W. Main St., 970-925-4002; o2aspen.com
SHAKTI SHALA This studio, whose name translates to “house of true empowerment” and which debuted in its new space in early May, offers a wide range of yoga and meditation classes. 535 E. Hyman Ave., 970-925-1655; aspenshakti.com
THUG YOGA You read that right... Thug Yoga pumps up the traditional om experience with a live DJ, beer, and “an unpretentious attitude” in multiple locations around Aspen. Mats are provided! 970-368-0607; thugyoga.com
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF KIRK WEBB (FLY-FISHING); COURTESY OF ELK MOUNTAIN EXPEDITIONS (RAFTING)
Much more than an outfitter, Taylor Creek Fly Shop also guides fly-fishers to the area’s best waters depending on the weather and the season. below: Elk Mountain Expeditions’ raft trips on the Lower Roaring Fork are perfect for families with young children.
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The Red Brick features local art exhibits with opening receptions on the first Thursday of each month. The building is home to 14 Resident Artist studios, providing a community for Aspen’s local artist to create and collaborate. The Red Brick also offers art classes for youth and adults of any level. Classes include Masterpiece Mine, Fired Up! Paint-your-own Pottery, After School Art Club, Pre-K Studio, Still Life and Plein Air Painting, and Figure Drawing. Come experience the countless ways you can engage in the Red Brick’s colorful community.
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Intravenous therapy (IV therapy), also known as nutrient therapy, is the fastest way to get fluids and nutrients into your body. Through a variety of IV treatments that deliver high doses of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants directly into the bloodstream, Rescue Lounge’s medical professionals are able to help relieve altitude sickness, jet lag, fatigue, lethargy, hangovers, cold and flu symptoms, and even anxiety and skin health—all with rapid results. From increased energy to improved cellular function, boosted immunity, and better hydration: IV therapy’s wellness benefits are endless.
Marsden Hartley (1877-1943) produced the above painting, Landscape No. 39, in 1930, along Little River in the Franconia region of New Hampshire. This work will lead the American Art auction on May 24th at Bonhams in New York with an estimate of $400,000-600,000. Bonhams auction house regularly offers a myriad of artworks and collectibles in its global salerooms.
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Ocean Avenue Jaffe, Fleetwood, Meier, Bates, Gwathmey...Stern. Among a handful of renowned architects that helped to define the Hamptons in the late 20th Century, Robert A. M. Stern lent his prodigious talent to the design of a palatial receptacle for sun, site and view. If your tastes dictate a different aesthetic, this spectacular site could accommodate a new, 8,200 SF+/- residence and 1,400 SF+/- accessory structure of your own design. With both Main Beach and village shopping just a short stroll away, plan your own personal tour soon as this eclectic offering is sure to find a new owner in time for Summer 2017. East Hampton | South of the Highway | Views of Hook Pond and Ocean 3 Acres | 7,500 Sq. Ft. | 6 Bedrooms | 6 Baths | 2 Fireplaces 20’ X 40’ Heated Gunite Pool | 7’ X 7’ Spa | Greenhouse | Artist Studio | Room for Tennis Exclusive. $13.9M WEB# 13342
Matthews Lane Edgefield, Lindens, Mecox Farm. Boxwoods and now, Matthews Lane. The 2017 ICAA award winning interior designer James Michael Howard debuts yet another highly styled, fully furnished estate midway between village and ocean beaches. In collaboration with renowned McAlpine Tankersley Architecture and Landscape Details, Howard has delivered perhaps his most unique estate into the Hampton marketplace, now available for sale or rent. Bridgehampton South | 1 acre | 11,600 Sq. Ft. | Fully Furnished | 7 Bedrooms | 11 Baths | 7 Fireplaces | Media Room Complete Audio Visual & Lighting Package | Finished Lower Level with Home Theater, Living Room, Sta uites Heated Gunite Pool | Pool House Co-Exclusive. $11.95M WEB#27099 |Memorial Day to Labor Day $495K WEB#86813
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Chic 3.5 Acre Sagaponack South Estate Awaits Sagaponack. Sagg Pond and Sagg Main sea breezes intermingle, wafting over a chic, custom designed 8 bedroom, 8,500 SF estate privately poised on 3.3+/- verdant acres very deep in Sagaponack South. At the end of a long, gated hedge lined drive, a clever and sexy architectural design has been masterfully executed using a mixture of materials, dressing up the residence with cedar, natural stone, and cherry wood flooring. Common rooms include a great room and a living room room with vaulted ceilings and stone floors, both warmed by fireplaces. The fully equipped kitchen, with custom cabinetry and stone-topped counters, is more than up to the task of servicing the formal dining room. A contiguous breakfast room dressing room has doors to look out at and access the expansive covered porch. Each day will begin and end in the two-story master wing anchoring the east side of the home and walk-in closet, luxurious bath with tiled floor, spa, multi-head shower, a separate sitting room and upstairs a massage r . Two additional guest suites, a room with bath, laundry room and a 2-car garage complete the first floor. Upstairs is a separate guest area three bedrooms with bathrooms ensuite, wet bar, private terrace and second laundry room. A private guest suite awaits at the top of yet another staircase. The finished lower level contains a recreation/media room, mirrored gym and full bath, a wine room and extensive storage area. Covered and uncovered patios look out at a heated Gunite pool set within natural stone and augmented by an elevated, vanishing edge hot tub hidden from view behind large boulders. The separate all-weather tennis court is reached through an arbor covered in honeysuckle and wisteria, with a nearby cabana. The zen-like grounds, infused by a kaleidoscope of color, specimen trees, flowering shrubs, perennials and ornamental grasses while a water lily pond adds to the properties Êlan. Although privatized on three sides by perimeter evergreens and tall hedging, western view looks out over contiguous farm fields to the sunset beyond. With both Pierre’s Market and the broad beaches just a bike ride away, this singular estate awaits your preview today. Co-Exclusive. $15.95M WEB# 34854
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“TO RAISE MY SON HERE, TO SHARE WITH HIM THE STUFF MY OWN DREAMS WERE MADE OF—NOTHING MAKES ME HAPPIER.”
GIVING MY SON THE HIGH-COUNTRY CHILDHOOD OF MY DREAMS.
A group of women cheer me on as I ride by, raising their fists in the air. “You’re a superhero!” they scream. “Go, mama, go!” I’m on the final pitch, a never-ending switchback running up the mountainside. Snowbanks tower over us several stories high, still far from melted in mid-May, so the road appears as if it’s been cut between two huge slabs of marble. As I look over a precipice, the valley floor comes into view almost 4,000 feet below. I turn the cranks on my pedals and creep along, slowly making my way up the 20-mile climb from downtown Aspen to the top of Independence Pass—a real chore, especially when I’m towing a bike trailer with my four-month-old son and pug on board. That’s some 30 pounds of dog and baby cargo. Friends from other parts of the country think my husband and I are crazy for dragging our baby along on our countless mountain adventures. They marvel at our arsenal of equipment: the trailer with its bike, ski, and running wheel attachments; the plastic baby skis; the elaborate backpack we carry him in, complete
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with drool pad and collapsible sun shade; his Patagonia down onesie and red sunglasses with the blue polarized lenses. Since that trip up the mountain, he’s ridden the Aspen Mountain gondola, celebrated his first birthday at the Pine Creek Cookhouse, napped in his stroller during après-ski at The Sky, and crawled
around our picnic blanket at the summer concert series at Snowmass. I’d dreamed of living in Aspen ever since my parents took me on a ski vacation to Snowmass when I was 8. It was one thing when I made that dream come true for myself. But to have a child and to raise him here, to share with him the stuff
my own dreams were made of—to carry him on my back under the denimblue sky surrounded by a kaleidoscope of snowcapped peaks, listening to the song of his gurgles and coos—is heart-busting. Nothing makes me happier than seeing my son on top of the world—even if I have to pedal his little butt up there.
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First impressions: Whether in a bike trailer, on skis, or in an elaborate, baby-ready backpack, Ali Margo and her husband have taken their young son along on every Aspen adventure.
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