womens ski jacket and trousers: Ski wear layers are the secret to comfortable skiing

The onion-skin principle used by extreme mountaineering experts has now been introduced to the world of ski wear. This means three layers of specially adapted clothing consisting of thermal underwear, an insulation layer (eg a fleece) and an outer, protective, waterproof layer (ski jacket). The three layers ensure that you are prepared for all weather conditions while skiing and if you carry a light-weight rucksack with you can always remove a layer if weather conditions warm up. You remain flexible, can move comfortably and you’re never too hot or too cold.

The importance of a first layer of ski clothing is often underestimated but this layer is obligatory if you don’t want to be swimming inside your ski wear at the end of the day. Avoid t-shirts made of pure cotton and rather choose functional, thermal underwear specially adapted for snow sports. Synthetic fabrics or wool provide good thermal insulation allowing any moisture can escape better.

The various layers of your ski wear will provide better heat and moisture regulation. The outer layer of ski clothing – your ski jacket and ski trousers - should be 100% waterproof and preferably also windproof and breathable. Materials used in the manufacturing process are continually developing, so that each ski season you can find better, more well-adapted ski wear.