This year’s edition of Aspen Art Week celebrates presentations at the Aspen Art Museum, its annual benefit ArtCrush, and gallery exhibitions galore. Additionally, the city is abuzz with food and beverage options, five-star accommodations, and boutiques open to all. Here, Whitewall highlights its top boutiques to shop while in town—from Kemo Sabe to Bottega Veneta.
Bottega Veneta
Courtesy of Bottega Veneta.
Bottega Veneta debuted an inaugural boutique on posh East Hyman Avenue in Aspen, intermeshing the storied brand’s timeless yet leading-edge design aesthetic with the captivating mountain landscape. Upon entering the chic Colorado outpost, majestic ceiling beams of Aspen wood veneer and bouclé-embellished walls beckon visitors into a pastoral sanctuary.
Tranquil shades of cream and white abound, setting the scene for sculptural, tree-like display units which present Bottega Veneta’s sumptuous women’s and men’s garments and accessories—including elegant pieces which feature their trademark, artisanal leatherwork. Curvaceous seating arrangements are reminiscent of stones and rocks softened by the hands of time, welcoming residents and visitors alike into a harmonious space of enduring craftsmanship and collective creativity.
What we love: Exploring the mesmeric range of handbags featuring Intrecciato mastery.
428 E Hyman Ave, Aspen, CO 81611
Gucci
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On Aspen’s idyllic South Galena Street, shoppers will discover Gucci’s premier collections for both men and women tucked within the quaint mountain city. Chic ready-to-wear garments, bold accessories, must-have beauty products, coveted jewelry, and striking footwear are offered by the luxury Italian fashion house beside the charming children’s collection and elegant Gucci Décor—perfect for adorning a timeless chalet for the turn of any season.
What we love: Enjoying a private VIP shopping experience, complemented by a champagne toast.
204 S Galena St, Aspen, CO 81611
Loro Piana
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Open through December 21 is Loro Piana‘s holiday pop-up inside The Aspen Times Building at Hotel Jerome. The seasonal “Home for the Holidays” interiors and lifestyle boutique features the brand’s interiors collection, welcoming guests to explore the maison’s elegant home assortment, including furniture, lamps, pillows, blankets, and accessories. In addition to purchasable goods, the store also shines with special food and beverage options by celebrity Chef Yahn Nury and local favorite shop Paradise Bakery. Sweet treats and drinks will be served from an original Land Rover Defender, fully upholstered in Loro Piana Interiors fabrics, which is stationed in front of the Loro Piana Galena Street store.
What we love: Checking out the brand’s luxurious interiors collection.
316 S Galena St, Aspen, CO 81611
Kemo Sabe
Courtesy of Kemo Sabe.
Boots, hats, jewelry, buckles, and more—Kemo Sabe Aspen has it all. Inside this authentically Western boutique, visitors are transported to another time and place, rooted in country flair. On every wall and shopping table top, cowboy hats, bandanas, belts, buckles, and boots join display cases of vintage jewelry and contemporary designs.
Now with seven locations around the United States, the Kemo Sabe brand’s Aspen store was its first. It first gained acclaim for its bespoke hats, which began in 1995 when the previous owner Tom Yoder began distressing them in-shop, yet it has since amassed attention for its events, pop-ups, and more.
What we love: Making a bespoke hat with one of the store’s experts.
434 E Cooper Ave, # A, Aspen, CO, 81611
Gorsuch
Courtesy of Gorsuch.
At the base of Ajax mountain in The Little Nell hotel, Gorsuch is a pleasant boutique offering both modern fashion and traditional ski clothing. Alongside cashmere sweaters and Vilebrequin swimwear, shoppers can find pleasant surprises like sleek Brunello Cucinelli suits and silk Etro blouses.
What we love: Perusing the store’s home decor section, filled with books, candles, linens, and more.
611 E. Durant Ave., Aspen, CO 81611
Prada
Courtesy of Prada Aspen.
At Prada’s Aspen storefront, shoppers will find the maison’s latest offerings across apparel, accessories, fragrances, and more. Beyond the sleek facade is a cozy-yet-elevated setting indicative of its picturesque mountain surroundings, welcoming guests to a selection of upscale apparel and handbags of the season. Inside, warm materials like wood, brick, and marble host a provincial feeling of quaint elegance, guiding visitors through new garments and accessories perfect for local activities that await.
What we love: Exploring the brand-new Spring/Summer 2024 collection.
312 S Galena St, Aspen, CO 81611
Valentino
Corutesy of Valentino Aspen.
Valentino’s Aspen boutique is a polished home for women’s and men’s collections—as well as lustrous shoes and handbags—set against magnificent mountain ranges. Open daily, visitors can browse the latest offerings in petite leather goods, luscious fragrances, elegant scarves, and sparkling eyewear, taking you and yours from sunny Aspen days to romantic nights in supreme style.
What we love: Discovering the Valentino Escape 2023 capsule collection, which delightfully combines archival prints with modern silhouettes.
304 S Galena St, Aspen, CO 81611
The Little Nell Boutique
Courtesy of The Little Nell Boutique.
For exploring local treasures, The Little Nell Boutique is a shopper’s heaven. Located within the lush lobby of The Little Nell, visitors will discover an array of lavish garments, handbags, home decor, and beauty products. From giftable souvenirs to deluxe pet accessories, the cozy boutique is a one-stop-shop for all your needs during a stay in the enchanting city.
What we love: Picking up the pre-packaged delights from Element 47 for five-star dining on-the-go.
675 E Durant Ave St, Aspen, CO 81611
