EDITOR’S LETTER

VaVa,VINTAGE!

Photographer Gray Malin launches a new Aspen series, channeling an era of carefree glam. BY ERIN LENTZ

GRAY MALIN WAS FRESH OFF THE SLOPES WHEN WE MET FOR APRÉS SKI AT ASPEN’S THE LITTLE NELL HOTEL. The fine art photographer, New York Times best-selling author, and CEO of his namesake brand, Malin was quick to admit he has a serious crush on Aspen. Smitten by the town’s history, beauty, and penchant for glamorous play, he recently launched a new photography series titled “Gray Malin in Aspen,” the result of a week-long shoot depicting his interpretation of alpine society. The result? A vintage take on the pulse of Aspen and Snowmass. Featuring playfully positioned locals and models in classic ski wear and props including vintage Goyard and Louis Vuitton trunks, a 1950s Porsche, and an adorable Bernese Mountain dog (see below), the photos immerse viewers in the ski culture of a beautiful bygone era.

His inspiration for the vintage vibe? “My grandparents,” says Malin. “They led a very glamorous life and left nearly 20 photo albums. They traveled to 100 countries and I love looking through those albums. There’s something about that time period—the ‘60s and ‘70s—that makes me tick.”