Cold-weather layering genuinely makes or breaks a ski trip — here’s what’s worth packing beyond the basics.
By Vacation Intel
Base and Mid Layers
Moisture-wicking base layers and an insulating mid layer genuinely matter more than a single heavy coat, since layering lets you adjust as your body temperature changes on the mountain.
Outerwear and Accessories
A waterproof, insulated jacket and pants are genuinely essential, along with waterproof gloves, a warm hat and goggles for wind and glare protection.
Footwear
Warm, waterproof boots for off-slope wear genuinely matter, since your ski boots alone aren’t practical for walking around the village or lodge.
Sun Protection
Sunscreen and lip balm are genuinely easy to forget on a cold-weather trip, but altitude and snow glare make sun exposure a real factor on the mountain.
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