Peaches to Prada & Everything in Between
Shopping in Aspen Rivals the Best with Irresistible Retail Offerings
ASPEN, Colo. (2003) — The mountains around Aspen are spectacular. But style mavens are also attracted to Aspen’s world-class shopping. Today, Aspen offers more world-class retail options than ever, with enough outposts of the world’s top high-fashion shops to rival any shopping destination, plus plenty of homegrown stores and boutiques, each bearing the distinct fingerprints of its owners and its one-of-a-kind setting. Following are some of the more than 225 boutiques, which include four cashmere stores, 15 jewelry stores, 38 clothing stores, 73 retail stores and more.
· Label lovers and style mavens will find an incredible bounty with the ultimate luxury shops such as Fendi (970.920.3100), Gucci (970.920.9150), Prada (970.925.7001), Tod’s (970.925.7575), Chanel (970.544.0555), Frette (970.544.9501), and Distractions (970.544.9946)
· Gorsuch. This family owned and operated store next to the gondola is a taste maker of traditional mountain style, from the top labels in upscale skiwear to rustic Italian ceramics and Dale’s of Norway sweaters (the true emblem of Aspen status). (970.920.9388)
· Performance Ski. This hip spot now dresses locals and celebrities alike in the top names in high- fashion skiwear. Performance is one of the biggest sellers of Prada Sport outside of Milan. They tend to have the latest, greatest brands, like Jet Set, Matador and Post Card. (970.925.8657)
· Pitkin County Dry Goods. An extensive boutique for men and women, along with its two new annexes, is the modern equivalent of the dry good store, and outfits its patrons in ultra-cool high-end clothing, leathers and shearlings, belts, jewelry, and accessories. (970.925.1681)
· Susie’s Limited. This über thrift shop’s goods (clothing, home furnishings, and more) are cast-offs from Aspen’s elite residents and its toniest boutiques. (970.920.2376)
· D&E Ski & Snowboard Shop/Café Ink. An Aspen original, this snowboard shop also offers one of the hippest coffee shops in town, as well as woman’s and men’s street clothing from the trendiest of labels. (970.923.2337)
· Aspen Farmers’ Market. On Saturdays from the early summer through the fall, a city block becomes a cornucopia of tempting homegrown wares, from fresh flowers and produce to pottery to handmade hats and other arts and crafts.
· CB Paws. This unique pet boutique features everything and anything for four-legged friends, from Harley Davidson outfits to gourmet goodies, hand-painted bowls and luxurious pet recliners. (970.925.5848)
· Explore Booksellers. Aspen’s premier bookstore is located in a charming Victorian house and features everything from the latest best-sellers to historic Aspen memoirs. The Explore Bistro is located upstairs from the bookstore, serving authentic organic food. (970.925.5336)
· McHugh’s Antiques. New this winter is the return of McHugh’s Antiques, a husband and wife owned antiques boutique that offers unique furniture and accessories from Rickie and John McHugh’s shopping expeditions in Europe. (970.925.4212)
· The Aspen Collection. A masterfully mixed stockpile of elegant, country-inspired antique furniture and new pieces as well as dreamy accessories for the home. (970.925.1368)
· Chequers of Aspen. This locally owned and operated home design store includes one-of-a-kind antiques, unusual home accessories and beautiful china, flatware and table linens. (970.925.7572)
· The Ute Mountaineer. This local outdoor shop is a gearhead’s treasure chest, with everything you need for hiking, camping, rock climbing, mountaineering, and backpacking, as well as running and walking. (www.utemountaineer.com; 970.925.2849)
