Après-ski for the whole family

The après-ski boot

The après-ski is the boot you put on after taking off your ski boots; it's for walking around the resort, running errands, or strolling in the snow. It should keep your feet warm, thanks to a thick lining, and dry, thanks to a waterproof upper, while providing grip on packed snow and icy pavements. It can also be worn in the city during extreme cold. You should never ski with après-skis: they don’t attach to skis.

The other shoes

Winter sports shoes also come in various forms:

• Ski Boots.
• Shoe Accessories.

All shoes can be found on the shoes page.

The Moon Boot and other styles

The Moon Boot, created in Italy in the late 1960s, was inspired by the boots worn by astronauts during their first steps on the Moon: its bulk, padded nylon upper, and its design that fits both left and right feet have made it an icon. The Icon Low, which is a shorter version, is easier to wear in the city. The Élémenterre, Kimberfeel, and Whistler boots, featuring laces and a fleece lining, offer better support for long walks. The Helly Hansen and Vertigo Alpes, which are more technical, provide great grip on ice.

For children and maintenance

For children, the après-ski Reima Laplander and Myrsky, from the Finnish brand, and Lhotse Rax are easy to put on thanks to their wide openings and fastenings with Velcro or cords: they can manage on their own. It's best to choose them with a bit of extra room for a pair of warm socks. After a day in the snow, remove the removable lining if it exists, and let the boots dry in the open air, away from any source of direct heat that could damage the upper or sole.

Great deals

Good deals can also be found in the good deals, promotions, clearance sales, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and the items shipped within 24 hours are prepared and sent out quickly. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and the back-to-school season.

Frequently asked questions

What shoe size should I choose for après-ski?

Take your usual size, or even a half size larger if you wear thick socks. Your foot should have a bit of space: trapped air insulates, while a tight fit quickly cools down your toes.

How do I choose the size of a child's après-ski?

Measure their foot at the end of the day and add about a centimetre of extra space for warm socks. If it's too big, the foot floats and the child trips in the snow; check the size every winter as feet grow quickly.

What après-ski for a trip to Lapland in extreme cold?

Look for a high boot with a thick lining, a waterproof upper, and a grippy sole that isolates you from the frozen ground. In very low temperatures, pair it with wool socks and avoid any model that’s too tight, as it can restrict circulation.

How do I clean and dry my après-ski?

Brush off the snow and salt as soon as you get back, then wipe the upper with a damp cloth and a mild soap. Let them dry at room temperature, with the inner sole removed, away from a radiator that hardens the materials and unglues the seams.

How to combine style and warmth for women's après-ski?

The Moon Boot Icon, with its recognizable padded silhouette, can be worn equally well in the resort and in the city. For long walks in the snow, a more enveloping boot with a very grippy sole offers better traction on packed snow and ice.