Starting from a simple mining camp, Aspen from the last decade of the 19th century became a classy world destination.

Pitkin County has become famous among the best winter climbers and skiers for its slopes while the city with the elegant winter places to enjoy a hot drink or a fine meal combines winter sports with a livelihood that definitely differs greatly from the everyday life of big cities and gray avenues.

All this is realistically illustrated in Asouline’s new photo guide, “Aspen Style”.