Fashion Icons At Aspen Gay Ski Week

Every year, Coloradans flock to the state’s world-renowned ski slopes — some to get in fresh powder, others to sport their new seasonal look. Yet, no one does mountain fashion quite as well as Aspen Gay Ski Week (AGSW).

Photos by Matt Powers/courtesy of Aspen Gay Ski Week

For its 45th anniversary last year, AGSW drew in people from all around the world for a spirited downhill competition that celebrated diversity while raising funds for AspenOUT, the nonprofit that grants over $100,000 each year to college students, mental health counselors and more.

Returning this year January 15-22, 2023, ASGW is open to everyone — and the costume contest is a can’t-miss. Mariam T, the fabulous drag queen from San Diego, will host the downhill again.

“We hope to have 10 to 15 teams competing,” shares art director Lukas Volk. The colorful competition will be judged by a roster of personalities, including gay ski week legend Mariam T.

Learn more at gayskiweek.com.