Aspen Peak - Niche Media - Aspen living at its peak
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Moszynski and Conover donate Aspenites' unused snow and mountain gear to guides and porters in need, like those of Mt. Kilimanjaro, whom they pose with here. photography courtesy of corbeaux at hlete -inspired desig n element s like t hree - qua r ter -leng t h legs to m inim ize bunching in sk i boot s, sew n-in m it tens for H ighla nd Bowl laps, a nd slit s on w r istba nds to ea sily access a watch. In addition to functionality, the fit and look of Corbeaux's line were very important to Conover and Moszynski. Thanks to the brand's distinct patterns and colors (polka dots and eye-catching aqua and pink for women, bold solid whites, grays, and blues for men), flattering seams and stitching (color-accented zippers and seams), and a tailored fit, Aspenites no longer have to look like Tour de France cyclists while sidling up to the bar for an après-ski cocktail. Even its black and white raven logo is significant—Corbeaux is French for "raven," a symbol that permeates moun- tain cultures across the globe. From the Alps in Chamonix to the Andes in Chile, the raven embodies the souls of lost skiers and climbers. "It is always com- forting to see a raven circling overhead when we are exploring in the mountains," says Moszynski. "It feels like fallen friends are watching over us, protecting us, and sharing the experience." And just as the raven protects, Corbeaux is devoted to watching out for people. "There is a mas- sive collection of unused gear sitting in drawers and closets in Aspen," says Moszynski. "We will make sure every single piece gets donated to men and women who need this gear to make a living." Hamilton Sports, 520 E. Durant Ave., 970-925-1200; corbeauxclothing.com AP Charity register Opportunities to give. Hotel Jerome 125tH anniversary The Cause: Hotel Jerome celebrates 125 years with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and themed décor celebrating the varous eras of the storied hotel. Ticket sales beneft the Aspen Community Foundation, supporting myriad local initiatives, and the Aspen Historical Society, which oversees the preservation of town's remarkable history. The Details: Friday, November 28, at 7 pm (afterparty at 9 pm) at Hotel Jerome. 330 E. Main St., 855-331-7213; hoteljerome.com Black & WHite Ball The Cause: Proceeds raised from the Aspen Art Museum's annual Black & White Ball gala celebration help fund its critically acclaimed programming in contemporary art. The dress code is true to the name... The Details: Sunday, December 28, at 7 pm at the St. Regis Aspen. 315 E. Dean St., 970-925- 8050; aspenartmuseum.org audi aJax cup The Cause: Join elite skiers, boarders, and return host Antonio Banderas at the Audi Ajax Cup to support Aspen Valley Ski and Snowboard Club. AVSC offers aid to nearly 2,400 children each year: one-third receive scholarship support, and nearly 350 receive free equipment from local retailers Gorsuch and D&E. Past events have raised more than $250,000 for AVSC. The Details: Cup begins Tuesday, December 30, at 10 am at Aspen Mountain; Après Party begins at 3 pm at the St. Regis Aspen. 315 E. Dean St., 970-205-5100; teamavsc.org ligHt it up Blue The Cause: The 4th annual Light It Up Blue gala will beneft the Roaring Fork Autism Network and Autism Speaks, the umbrella organization of the Light It Up Blue campaign, whose goal is to bring awareness to autism in every community. The Details: Sunday, February 15, at 7 pm at Hotel Jerome. 330 E. Main St., 970-927-3143; lightitupblueaspen.org aspen Film annual BeneFit The Cause: Aspen Film hosts its 11th annual Hollywood's Big Night fundraiser. Guests will enjoy a red-carpet welcome, followed by dinner and a complete Academy Awards broadcast. Ticket sales will go to support Aspen Film's public and educational outreach programs. The Details: Sunday, February 22, at the Caribou Club. 411 E. Hopkins Ave., 970-925- 6882; aspenflm.org "we were looking at these guides on mt. kilimanjaro, in flip-flops, running up the mountain in front of us. it was humbling." —darcy conover Corbeaux's base layers include windows for easy access to a wristwatch. 108 aspenpeak-magazine.com PeOPLe spirit of generosity