Women's winter sportswear

A fit designed for skiing

Women's ski clothing is tailored for the female body shape: a more fitted jacket, trousers that hug at the waist and hips, with enough ease at the knees for bending. It follows the three-layer system: a breathable base layer close to the skin, like the La Sportiva Tour, a warm layer, like the Rab Tecton fleece or a down jacket, and a ski jacket and pants that block wind and snow. The onesie, like the Whistler Courtney, combines the two into one piece and prevents snow from getting in.

By type of garment

Women's clothing is available by type:

• Ski Jackets.
• Ski Trousers.
• Ski Onesies.
• Ski Down Jackets.
• Fleeces.
• Base Layers.

The selections for men and children follow the same logic, and all the clothing is brought together on the clothing page.

Understanding water resistance

Brands indicate water resistance by the water column, in millimetres: this is the water pressure the fabric can withstand before allowing moisture to pass through. The Whistler trousers display this in their name, with a W-Pro rating: the higher the number, the better the garment resists wet snow and falls. An average value is sufficient for dry, cold weather; a high value is necessary for the wet snow of spring and off-piste. Breathability is also important, to wick away sweat during activity.

Hiking, gloves and socks

For backcountry skiing, which is more physical, lightweight and breathable pieces are chosen: the La Sportiva Aequilibrium Speed jacket, the Rab Cirrus Flex down jacket and the Dynafit Traverse Hybrid shorts worn over tights for the ascent. The Helly Hansen Verglas BC jacket, designed for off-piste, provides protection on the descent. The gloves Reusch, including the Outset and Primus with R-TEX membrane, and the Monnet and X-Socks socks, which are reinforced, keep extremities warm. The SOS windproof jumper is great for après-ski.

Good deals

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

Frequently asked questions

How do I choose the right size for a women's ski jacket?

Try it on with the warm layer you'll wear underneath: you should be able to lift your arms and clasp your hands in front of you without the back rising. The sleeves should cover your wrists, with your arms extended forward as if skiing.

Ski trousers or onesie: what should I choose?

The onesie doesn't let any snow in at the waist, which is a real advantage in powder or for a beginner skier who falls often. The trousers, paired with a jacket, are more versatile: you can take off the jacket in the sun and wear each piece separately.

Down jacket or ski jacket for the slopes?

The down jacket offers a lot of warmth for its weight. On the slopes, it is worn alone in cold, dry weather, or as a mid-layer under a waterproof jacket when it's snowing, to stay warm without getting wet.

How do I wash ski trousers or a jacket?

Machine wash at thirty degrees, with zippers closed, using a liquid detergent for technical fabrics and no fabric softener, which clogs the membrane. A tumble dry on low heat, if the label allows, reactivates the water-repellent treatment.

What layer should I wear under my ski jacket when it’s very cold?

Layer a breathable base layer against the skin, then a fleece or thin down jacket. Several thin layers insulate better than a bulky jumper and adjust to the day's weather: you can remove one as soon as the sun comes out.