Picture this: you’re fresh off the slopes and in desperate need of a drink, a perfectly curated set of modern country, and a pair of boots that are guaranteed to drop jaws and stun the scene. Enter: Kemo Sabe, tucked into Aspen, Colorado’s Galena St.
A Contemporary Kick
Amid swarms of fur coats and moon boots, Kemo Sabe offers an authentic Western escape from the bustle of commercial labels, bringing a grounded sense of luxury to the US since 1990. First opened just outside of Aspen in Snowmass, Colorado by Tom and Nancy Yoder, Kemo Sabe’s mantra has been one thing and one thing only: “Make Everyone Feel Important.”
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Kemo Sabe Aspen, The Citizen’s Poste
Aspen’s Flagship location offers enough to keep an avid shopper and Western enthusiast occupied for hours: a stunning array of “Grit” boots, handcrafted in El Paso, TX, unmistakably tasteful hats and vintage jewelry, and an upstairs loft with a VIP bar featuring handcrafted cocktails to cut the dust- or in this case, the powder.
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Kendall Jenner at Kemo Sabe Aspen, via Backgrid
And while it’s certainly something to stumble upon by chance, Kemo Sabe hasn’t fallen short of making the itineraries of our favorite A-listers. The Kardashian-Jenners frequent, Kendall teasing a mock runway amid welcoming halls of leather and felt. Rihanna and A$AP Rocky stopped by last month, serving us the perfect balance between class and cowboy. And of course you can shop Rihanna’s Brown Beaver hat here.
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Rihanna at Kemo Sabe Aspen, via Kemo Sabe on Instagram
Take it Personal
Passed down to Wendy and Bobby Kunkle in 2020, there’s no better place to feel like home. Yes, we mean that. From the moment you step foot inside, you’re greeted with not only the unmistakable cozy air of a Western gem, but the hospitality to top it off. Be careful, though, things could get steamy as they custom form your hat, fit just for you.
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Kemo Sabe Aspen, The Citizen’s Poste
It’s not just a store, it’s an experience. Kemo Sabe is proud to offer customized apparel from hand-engraved buckles and unique accessories to full-blown custom boots. If you somehow impossibly can’t find something for you, you can designit. Best yet, Kemo Sabe's drive is fueled by a women-led team with a passion for providing the best kind of luxury: designs made with love.
Stop on By
Today Kemo Sabe has a grand total of five locations across Aspen, Jackson Hole, Park City, Vail, and Round Top. But a tip from us to you: the original always takes the cake.
By Mackenzie Ostrowski
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