Aspen Store Directory

Koto loosely means “object” in Japanese, and the ones at this sleek, moodily lit space range from in-demand (tie-neck George blouses, R&Y Augousti octagonal clutches) to totally random (metallic purple piggy banks). Things get even kitschier around the corner at the sister shop.

308 S. Mill St., 970-925-5686, kotoaspen.com

The Lone Ranger homage is abundant (cowhide ottomans, lots of taxidermy), but authentic cowboy boots and stacks of wool Pendleton blankets make this a tourist destination that’s actually very worthwhile for all things Western.

434 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-7878, kemosabe.com

Stocked with denim lines you haven’t necessarily heard of and slim-cut Wildfox Couture tees to match, Kali’s is pure West Coast cool. In the back, jeweler Kathryn Penn’s shop-within-a-shop sells the designer’s vibrant amethyst and pearl necklaces. 


525 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-7722

Gilded picture frames and wooden birdcages adorn this two-room vintage trove, where cranberry Armani shifts and structured Longchamp satchels are all in pristine condition and reasonably priced 
(we spotted a Parisian trench for $70).


302 S. Galena St., 
970-544-1744

It would take hours to scan Pitkin’s jam-packed racks of skinny pants, printed frocks and toggle coats. But it’s worth it. We left with an Aztec-print Amanda Uprichard dress and a locally made leather wrap bracelet.

520 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-1681, pitkincountydrygoods.com

The original Main Street locale has a spa and yoga studio, but we like this downtown spin-off for its expansive selection 
of Lululemon Athletica activewear, soothing Epicuren lotions and sequined Chan Luu sweaters.

605 E. Cooper Ave., 970-925-3161, o2aspen.com

Our favorite ski 
shop, not for the prices (which can be black-
diamond steep), but for chic ski and après-ski apparel, like an unbulky Duvetica down parka and a tough Dsquared2 leather bomber.

408 S. Hunter St., 970-925-8657

Ask a local where she bought her adorable mustard peacoat (or drapey ikat cardigan or coral minidress) and she’ll point you to this well-stocked shop—a must-hit for wearables under $250.

406 E. Hyman Ave., 970-920-4475, valleygirlboutique.com

Exquisite knitwear 
is the main attraction at Heidi Semrau’s contemporary boutique. Top picks include a purple silk-screened Libertine argyle and one insanely soft, Navajo-inspired cashmere cardigan we could not stop petting.

465 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-544-9946, distractionsaspen.com

This sunny, brick-walled shoe spot carries bejeweled René Caovilla slingbacks, slick Aquatalia boots that are snowproof but don’t look it and what may be the world’s snuggliest handstitched shearling slippers.

304 S. Galena St., 970-925-2241