Aspen Fashion Week is bringing fashion, creativity and a new wave of style to the mountains—and where you stay and eat is just as much a part of the experience as what you wear.
Aspen has long been a destination where fashion, art, food, hospitality and mountain culture intersect. During Fashion Week, that mix becomes even more apparent, with stylish hotels, destination restaurants, neighborhood hangouts and après spots providing the backdrop for a weekend that extends well beyond the runway.
From design-forward boutique hotels and legendary Aspen properties to Parisian bistros, coastal Italian cuisine, Mediterranean dining, and some seriously good sandwiches, these are a few of the places we’re putting on our Aspen Fashion Week radar.
The 2026 event is scheduled for September 25–26 at the Doerr-Hosier Center at Aspen Meadows.
STAY
MOLLIE Aspen
Since opening in late 2023, MOLLIE Aspen has quickly become one of the most distinctive boutique hotels in town. Located just steps from Aspen Mountain and downtown Aspen, the 68-room property blends Japanese and Scandinavian-inspired design with a warm, understated approach to luxury.
Inspired by Aspen’s historic Mollie Gibson silver mine, the hotel connects thecity’s mining history with a distinctly contemporary aesthetic. Thoughtful interiors, modern amenities, exceptional hospitality and a rooftop terrace with mountain views make MOLLIE a standout.
For Fashion Week: MOLLIE makes an especially stylish home base. Its central location puts guests close to Aspen’s shops, restaurants, and Fashion Week events. At the same time, Petit Trois downstairs means you can go from getting ready to a French dinner without ever really leaving the property. For fashion lovers who appreciate good design as much as good food, MOLLIE feels right on theme.
Address: 111 S. Garmisch St., Aspen, CO 81611
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Aspen Meadows Resort
Set on 40 acres just outside downtown Aspen, Aspen Meadows Resort offers a completely different experience from the traditional Aspen hotel. Designed around the visionary architecture of Herbert Bayer and home to the Aspen Institute, the property combines art, nature, history, and contemporary hospitality. The resort currently describes itself as Aspen’s “most artistic address,” with a significant collection of artwork spread across its grounds.
Its spacious accommodations, open landscape, and Bauhaus-inspired architecture make Aspen Meadows one of our favorite places to experience a quieter side of the valley. Complimentary shuttle service also makes getting into downtownAspen easy.
For Fashion Week: This is the stay that puts you closest to the action. Aspen Fashion Week’s 2026 runway shows take place at the Doerr-Hosier Center at Aspen Meadows, making the resort an especially convenient choice for guests attending the shows.
Staying here means the runway is essentially in your backyard—and when the show ends, you’re surrounded by mountains, art, and the distinctive atmosphere that makes Aspen Meadows unlike anywhere else in town.
Address: 845 Meadows Road, Aspen, CO 81611
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White Elephant Aspen
New for summer 2026, White Elephant Aspen brings the celebrated Nantucket hospitality brand to the heart of the Rocky Mountains.
The property offers sophisticated accommodations, spacious suites, residential-style comfort and personalized service, all within an easy walk of Aspen’s shopping, dining and nightlife.
Lola 41 adds another destination to the property, bringing fresh seafood, sushi and globally inspired flavors to the White Elephant experience.
For Fashion Week: White Elephant is a natural fit for visitors who want to make their entire Aspen weekend feel like an event. The downtown location puts shopping, restaurants and nightlife within easy reach, while the polished, residential-inspiredaesthetic provides a stylish backdrop for getting ready before the shows. And with Lola 41 downstairs, the post-show dinner plan is already handled.
Address: 110 W. Main St., Aspen, CO 81611
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Limelight Hotel Aspen
For travelers who want to be in the middle of the action, Limelight Aspen is hard to beat. Located in downtown Aspen and within walking distance of Aspen Mountain and the Silver Queen Gondola, the hotel puts shopping, galleries, restaurants, and nightlife close at hand.
The property has a relaxed, contemporary personality that feels distinctly Aspen rather than overly formal. Spacious rooms, mountain views, the Limelight Lounge, and convenient transportation make it a practical—and stylish—choice for a Fashion Week itinerary packed with places to be.
For Fashion Week: Limelight works especially well for travelers who plan to spend most of their time out and about. Its downtown location makes it easy to move between runway shows, shopping, dinners, and late-night drinks without having to make your hotel the destination.
Address: 355 S. Monarch St., Aspen, CO 81611
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W Aspen
Address: 550 S. Spring St., Aspen, CO 81611
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If Fashion Week calls for a hotel with a little more attitude, W Aspen belongs on the list.
Set at the base of Aspen Mountain, W Aspen combines alpine design with a playful, contemporary take on Aspen’s history. The property offers a social atmosphere, multiple dining and nightlife options, and the rooftop WET Deck, complete with a heated pool, hot tub, fire pits, and mountain views.
For Fashion Week: This is the hotel for visitors who want the energy to continue after the runway lights go down. With its bold design, rooftop scene, and social atmosphere, W Aspen feels naturally aligned with a weekend centered on fashion, nightlife , and Aspen’s see-and-be-seen culture.
Some Aspen hotels are destinations in their own right, and The Little Nell is firmly in that category.
Located at the base of Aspen Mountain and steps from the Silver Queen Gondola, The Little Nell combines classic Aspen prestige with highly personalized luxury service.
Element 47, Ajax Tavern and The Wine Bar give guests several ways to turn the hotel into part of the evening, whether that means a serious dinner, après cocktails or a glass of wine from one of Aspen’s most impressive cellars.
For Fashion Week: The Little Nell is the choice for travelers who want the full Aspen experience wrapped in five-star service. The location, dining, and proximity to downtown make it easy to build an entire Fashion Week weekend around the property.
Address: 675 E. Durant Ave., Aspen, CO 81611
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Hotel Jerome
One of Aspen’s most storied properties, Hotel Jerome has been part of the town’s social and cultural scene since 1889. Today, the Auberge Resorts Collection property pairs its historic character with polished contemporary luxury.
Located in the heart of downtown Aspen, Hotel Jerome puts guests within easy reach of shopping, galleries, restaurants and nightlife. Its distinctive interiors, Western influences, and unmistakable sense of place make it feel less like a traditional resort and more like an Aspen institution.
For Fashion Week: Hotel Jerome brings exactly the kind of old-school Aspen glamour that feels right for Fashion Week. Guests can move from a day of shows and shopping to cocktails at the iconic J-Bar or dinner at Prospect without straying far from the action.
Address: 330 E. Main St., Aspen, CO 81611
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For a full guide to Travel & Lodging, please visit aspenfashionweek.com
EAT
Petit Trois — Paris, With an Aspen Address
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Address: 111 S. Garmisch St., Aspen, CO 81611
Located inside MOLLIE Aspen, Petit Trois brings Chef Ludo Lefebvre’s celebrated Parisian-inspired bistro to the mountains.
The intimate restaurant serves French classics including Steak Frites, French Onion Soup, Burgundy Escargots and the signature Omelette Petit Trois.
Add an exceptional wine and cocktail program, and you have one of our favorite spots for a leisurely Aspen dinner.
For Fashion Week: This is the perfect stop when the dress code calls for Parisian energy. Come for dinner, order the classics, and settle in for a long night.Prospect — A Modern Taste of the Rockies
Prospect — A Modern Taste of the Rockies
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Address: 330 E. Main St., Aspen, CO 81611
Inside the iconic Hotel Jerome, Prospect offers a modern interpretation of mountain dining. The Michelin Guide–Recommended restaurant focuses on seasonal, ingredient-driven cuisine inspired by Colorado’s landscape and bounty.
Custom artwork throughout the space, including dramatic Western photography from world-renowned photographer David Yarrow, adds another layer to the experience.
For Fashion Week: Prospect is an ideal dinner choice when you want the food, design , and setting to feel equally considered.
Silvers Aspen — The Sandwich Stop We Keep Coming Back To
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Address: 710 E. Durant Ave., Unit W-3, Aspen, CO 81611
Not every Fashion Week meal needs to be a three-hour affair.
Silvers serves hand-rolled bagels made with real NYC water, excellent sandwiches, prepared foods, and premium provisions. Their catering offerings also make them a great option for gatherings, private events , and elevated Aspen entertaining.
Silvers also features premium selections from legendary butcher Lobel’s of New York.
Our personal favorite? The Lobel’s Pastrami Sandwich—one of the best pastrami sandwiches we’ve had anywhere.
Marea — Coastal Italian Comes to the Mountains
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Address: The St. Regis Aspen Resort, 315 E. Dean St., Aspen, CO 81611
Marea brought its acclaimed coastal Italian sensibility to Aspen, creating a natural meeting point between coastal sophistication and mountain-town glamour.
Fresh seafood, handmade pasta and refined Italian cooking made Marea a standout dining experience for the Aspen summer season.
Duemani — Mediterranean Summer, Aspen Style
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Address: 216 S. Monarch St., Aspen, CO 81611
Inspired by the coastal cuisines of Greece, Spain, France, Morocco and Italy, Duemani delivers an elevated Mediterranean experience built around seafood, fresh fish and prime grilled meats.
With bold flavors, premium ingredients and an inviting dining room, patio and bar, Duemani captures exactly what we love about Aspen: sophisticated, relaxed and designed for lingering.
Lola 41 — Aspen’s Global Table
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Address: 110 W. Main St., Aspen, CO 81611
Lola 41 brings its globally inspired concept to White Elephant Aspen. Fresh seafood, sushi, and international flavors define the menu, while the stylish dining room, patio, and bar create an energetic atmosphere that feels perfectly suited to Aspen’s summer social scene.
For Fashion Week: With White Elephant as its home base, Lola 41 is an easy choice for a pre- or post-show meal when you want seafood, sushi and cocktails in a lively setting.
Off the Aspen Fashion Week Runway
Fashion Week may put the spotlight on the runway, but Aspen’s real appeal is everything happening around it.
The right hotel can become a home base for getting ready, meeting friends, and slipping into après mode. The right restaurant can become the night’s main event. And the best Aspen experiences tend to happen somewhere in between—over a long lunch, on a rooftop, at the bar, or walking through downtown in an outfit that feels just a little more fabulous than usual.
From mountain retreats and iconic Aspen properties to neighborhood favorites and destination-worthy restaurants, these are a few of the places shaping Aspen right now—and the ones we’ll still be talking about long after Fashion Week is over.
