5 Luxury Ski Collections That Make Us Want to Hit the Slopes This Winter

Ski holidays offer more than just time on the slopes. There’s the excitement of racing down the mountainside, the breathtaking alpine views and the crisp mountain air that makes the whole experience that much more memorable. And then there’s the wardrobe.

Dressing for a ski trip is a different experience altogether, with technical layers, statement outerwear and après-ski looks giving you plenty of opportunities to have fun with personal style. From Louis Vuitton to Chanel, here are five collections worth packing for your next trip.

For its latest ski collection, Louis Vuitton takes a trip back to the golden age of alpine dressing, drawing on the aristocratic style of the 1940s and 1950s. Think refined silhouettes, considered detailing and a rich mix of materials, from cashmere and brushed silk to Monogram jacquard. Hooded jackets and cosy knitwear set the tone, while denim co-ords with corduroy accents offer a more relaxed interpretation of mountain dressing.

Away from the slopes, Louis Vuitton turns its attention to après-ski dressing. Sweeping capes and statement coats bring a sense of drama, while shearling makes its way onto the house’s iconic Capucines bag.

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Chanel brings a welcome dose of colour to the slopes with Coco Neige, trading conventional winter hues for flashes of electric blue and vibrant red. Sporty silhouettes meet the house’s unmistakable codes, with oversized Double C motifs appearing across turtlenecks, pullovers and puffer jackets. Matching tweed sets, meanwhile, offer a polished alternative to traditional skiwear.

The accessories are where things get particularly interesting: think shearling-trimmed mules, wool beanies and a plush lambskin Maxi Flap bag. Then there is the penguin, a playful recurring motif that pops up on everything from earmuffs and brooches to scarves and miniature camera cases.

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Balenciaga approaches skiwear with the same appetite for bold proportions that defines its ready-to-wear. Wrap jackets cinch the waist, flared trousers create elongated lines and technical leggings offer a streamlined alternative for the slopes. The silhouettes are sleek, but there is nothing restrained about the collection.

Hand-painted tracksuit sets inject an artistic edge, while the accessories push things further. Shearling iterations of the Rodeo and City bags sit alongside exaggerated fur boots and ski-mask goggles fitted with mirror-pink lenses. The result is a decidedly maximalist wardrobe that takes mountain dressing well beyond the expected.

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Few labels have made graphic skiwear quite as recognisable as Perfect Moment. This season, the French label revisits its signature houndstooth, giving the familiar pattern a colourful update across its performance pieces. Those looking for something with a little more impact can turn to its metallic jackets, which pair particularly well with the brand’s flared ski pants. For the men, the collection takes a more nostalgic route, drawing on alpine heritage through classic stripes and technical layers that nod to the brand’s origins in the mountains.

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If there’s one thing Descente wants you to pay attention to this season, it’s the jackets. The Japanese label puts its technical expertise to work with outerwear designed to keep skiers warm, dry and comfortable through changing mountain conditions. Its Heatnavi insulated jacket converts light into heat for added warmth, while the classic shell jacket uses the SIO pattern to minimise seams and allow greater freedom of movement. Another standout is the 3D Insulator jacket, whose tubular construction helps retain heat while strategically placed vents support breathability.

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