As the days get shorter and the weeks get longer, it can be hard to find inspiration to get dressed up in the colder months. A short (or long) escape to the mountains can help make winter a bit more fashionable, especially when planning ski trip outfits that feel both practical and stylish. Whether you’re off to ski the slopes or curled up in the lodge, packing for a ski trip can be challenging. Here are some helpful tips and stylish brands to guide you as you prepare for a snowy weekend away.
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Packing Tips for Ski Trip Outfits
Whether you’re off to the slopes or embracing the après-ski mentality, a great outfit is key to a great trip. Thoughtfully planned ski trip outfits can make all the difference when it comes to comfort, style, and suitcase space. Here are three tips to make sure you’re maximising the space in your suitcase:
Pick stylish layers
Layers are essential to winter outfits and form the foundation of successful ski trip outfits. You’ll be shedding outerwear as you head in from the cold, so make sure you love what’s underneath. Intimissimi ultralight cashmere tops and Calzedonia thermal leggings make the best base layers.
Choose versatile sweaters
Having a couple of sweaters that you can wear to dinner, with ski pants, or while lounging will keep your suitcase light and your ski trip outfits feeling effortless and timeless. Jenni Kayne, Reformation, Gap, and Ralph Lauren all have quality options.
Use accessories to your advantage
Winter is all about accessories, especially when styling ski trip outfits. Hats, gloves, scarves, socks, and earmuffs are all important pieces to staying cosy and cute. Use accessories to elevate your outfit — splurge on fur-trimmed leather gloves or a cashmere hat and scarf set. Keep the base of your outfit simple and have fun with the accessories. Browse Revolve and FWRD for countless options and styles.
Stylish on the Slopes
Skiwear is notoriously unattractive. The bulky jackets and pants are traditionally created to keep you warm and pad your falls, not to flatter your figure. However, modern fashion has offered us an opportunity to be both warm and stylish on the slopes, making it easier than ever to build chic ski trip outfits that still perform. Here are some of our favourite brands for glamorous ski looks.
Goldbergh
Goldbergh is a modern label aiming to bring style to the mountaintops. They combine luxury, sport, and femininity to create bold looks for passionate skiers. Their products range from $99 to $1,899. Their looks feature faux fur, fringe, funky patterns, and bright colours. Goldbergh is an excellent option if you’re looking to splurge on a fashionable, high-quality snowsuit as part of your ski trip outfits.
We Norwegians
We Norwegians is a Norwegian brand that specialises in skiwear and merino wool knitwear for men and women. Their retro looks draw inspiration from the 60s, 70s, and 80s, aiming to make nostalgic styles feel fresh and fun. Their products embody the heart of Scandinavian culture and transition easily from the mountains to the snowy streets of a ski town — ideal for versatile ski trip outfits. Their prices range from $40 to $1,299.
Halfdays
Halfdays is a sleek performancewear fashion brand co-founded by 2018 Olympian Kiley McKinnon. The brand is only five years old, but it is already making waves in the winter fashion industry. Most recently, they collaborated with sneaker brand Hoka to create a slip-on snow shoe. Their styles are sleek and simplistic, experimenting with colour rather than patterns. They offer a more affordable option, with prices ranging from $60 to $695 — perfect for building modern ski trip outfits without overspending.
As you pack for your snowy getaway, focus on warm, versatile pieces that can be styled in multiple ways. With so many elevated winterwear options available, you don’t need to sacrifice style for comfort when pulling together your chic ski trip outfits.
Words by Grace Williams
