Après-ski outfits

How should I layer for a ski trip?

The same three layers work on and off the slopes. A thermal or merino base layer keeps sweat off your skin; a fleece, a quarter zip or a light puffer is the warm middle; a waterproof shell or a ski jacket goes on top. Avoid cotton next to the skin: it stays wet and gets cold.

What should I wear for après-ski?

Warm and relaxed, with one piece that looks good indoors: a chunky Fair Isle or cable knit, a fleece or a shearling-lined jacket, jeans, warm trousers or leggings, and snow boots that grip on icy paths. A beanie hides helmet hair.

What should I pack for a first ski trip?

Two base layers, two mid-layers, a ski jacket and trousers, three or four pairs of ski socks, gloves, a neck warmer and a beanie. For the evenings: one or two knits, jeans or warm trousers, snow boots and a puffer or parka. Pack light: you'll wear the same coat and boots every day.

What should I wear to travel to the mountains?

Wear the bulkiest things on the journey so your bag stays light: the snow boots, the puffer or parka and a heavy knit. Add a tee underneath for a warm train or car, and keep gloves and a beanie in a pocket for the first cold step outside.

What should women wear around a ski resort?

Fleece-lined leggings or straight jeans, a chunky jumper or a fleece, a long puffer or parka, and lined snow boots. Add a knit headband or a beanie, and mittens, which are warmer than gloves.

What should men wear around a ski resort?

Jeans or warm trousers, a heavy knit or a fleece, a puffer or a parka, and lined waterproof boots. A beanie and gloves, and a flannel shirt under the knit for the lodge.