Ski season is nearly upon us. Whether you’ve been skiing since you could walk or are heading to snowy mountains for the first time, staying warm is crucial.
The demands of practicality, however, don’t mean you have to compromise on style. Here’s our pick of the best ski jackets to invest in to keep you warm on the slopes this season.
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Make some monochrome memories with this quilted black and white jacket. It has an adjustable hood, detachable faux fur trim and taped seams to keep the warmth in and biting winds out. Cut in a slim fit design, it won’t leave you restricted for all that snowboarding you may have planned later.
Make a style statement and stay visible while night skiing with this vibrant red number. No matter how low the temperature drops, rest assured you’ll stay toasty thanks to the under placket. It has secret pockets hidden throughout, too, so you can keep your ski pass, phone and chalet keys safe.
This oversized denim jacket-style ski coat is from high street favourite Topshop. The fabric is water repellent and moisture wicking, so any tumbles in the snow shouldn’t leave you feeling wet and miserable. The huge pockets mean you can take the essentials with you while you hit the slopes. Best of all, you can chuck it in the washing machine.
Add some glamour to the mountains with this leopard print, high-shine, satin ski jacket that’s as fashionable as it is functional. The inner material is a velvet fleece while the detachable faux-fur hood means you can shoot down the slopes in style, with not a single set of frostbitten ears in sight.
Experts in the outdoors North Face offer a varied selection of ski jackets, but this teal one caught our eye. It is lightweight, has a synthetic filling promising to reduce heat-loss and increase warmth, while the waterproof outer layer keeps you cosy and dry at all times. What’s not to love?
Slalom Slice Ski Jacket, Superdry, £249.99
A dash of neon brightens up this otherwise subtly hued choice and, of course, helps with visibility when it’s dark. The outer layer has six pockets, including one for headphones, and coated zips that make it easier to access your ski pass even with gloves on. The inner jacket is padded for extra cosiness.
Keep your ski style simple and chic with this fleece-lined jacket that comes with handy storm cuffs, a detachable ski pass pocket and a wind- and water-proof outer layer. Team it with matching salopettes for a stylish co-ordinat outfit.
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