The 10 Best Ski Jackets To Wear On Your Next Mountain Vacation

Best Overall

Halfdays Lawrence Jacket

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Halfdays combines the expertise of an Olympian, product designer, and visionary storyteller to create well-rounded skiwear.

This jacket has everything you could need in a ski jacket — a large hood, Primaloft insulation, underarm vents, pockets on the inner and outer sides, a powder skirt, and a thumb cuff. It fits a little oversized so that you can layer thick sweaters underneath. As a bonus, you’ll find a soft wipe attached to the left forearm pass pocket for easy access, meaning you can get as many runs in as possible without needing to rinse off any slushy residue or fog. We love its versatility too, like that it's designed for temperatures as low as zero and comes in 14 colors beyond your usual neutrals, like bright yellow and pink, and a wide size range just makes this a clear winner in our eyes.

Size: XS–2XL | Colors: 14 | Material: Primaloft, recycled polyester

Best Splurge

Mackage Elita Down Ski Jacket

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This Mackage Elita jacket is a favorite of Tania Motuzas. It has a unique (and removable) 360-degree shearling trim around the hood that elevates the overall jacket but also serves to protect you from excessive winds. We also appreciate the functional powder skirt on the inside of the jacket (this is an elastic waistband that blocks snow from entering the interior). Combined with the weather-proof outer, these details make this jacket a fully functioning performance piece, not just eye candy.

You’ll also find a hidden sleeve pocket (ideal for lift tickets), underarm vents, thumb loops, and even complementary goggle cleaners and key holders. Should a hefty encounter with tree branches occur (no judgment — accidents happen), Mackage offers complimentary repairs to the jacket as well. The brand does recommend sizing down, however, as it looks to run a little large.

Size: XXS–2XL | Colors: 3 | Material: Nylon, elastane, sheep skin, duck down, duck feathers

Best Budget

Skieer Waterproof Ski Jacket

View On Amazon $73

Skiing is in no way a cheap sport, so we don’t blame you if you want to save some coins wherever you can. Luckily, Amazon has noteworthy ski gear at more affordable price points. This jacket is a great example of that, retailing at around $70. Despite its humble price tag, it boasts functionality (and five-star ratings). The exterior is both wind and waterproof, while the interior is lined with a warm and fuzzy fleece, even in the hood portion — a hood, which by the way, can be adjusted to fit snugly around your face through its drawstrings. You get extra warmth through its down cotton padding, making this a great option for those who fear the cold. And of course, it doesn’t lack zipped pockets for all your valuables. Some have complained, however, that the sleeves run a little short. If you know yourself to have long arms, perhaps grab some wrist warmers to go with the jacket.

Size: S–XXL | Colors: 11 | Material: Cotton, elastane

Best Everyday

Reformation x Canada Goose Mila Puffer

View On Reformation $1,150

Reformation and Canada Goose’s collab was the biggest talk of the town last winter, offering functionally warm winter jackets in classic Reformation style — aesthetic, sustainable, and made to last. Luckily for us, they’re still available this year. Their line of parkas, puffers, and vests feature eye-catching designs intended to make a splash on the slopes, with the most notable feature being that they are reversible, giving you two style options in one jacket.

They tested these lightweight puffers on numerous influencers in the dead of winter in Aspen, Colorado, and not only did everyone stay cozy and warm but also superbly stylish. Made of recycled feather-light ripstop and chevron quilting, this jacket features many practical details, like a hidden drawstring on the interior lining of the hem that blocks out some of the cold seeping in from the bottom. While the shorter hem might not make it ideal for extreme weather conditions, it’s perfect for wearing out in your everyday life as well.

Size: XS–XL | Colors: 2 | Material: Recycled nylon, duck down

Best Water-Repellent

We Norwegians Myrken Lavalan Jacket

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We Norwegians’ winter jackets are so lightweight. Does this keep you warm in a snowstorm? The salesperson, with a proud Norwegian accent, confirmed that the laval filling (thick wool) and water-repellent fabric protect you even from Nordic winters. Wool naturally repels water and does not absorb moisture like other fabrics do, which makes it the ideal material to keep you warm even when you find yourself kissing the snowy bed too many times. Of course, the lack of a hood and the somewhat short sleeves might not make it suitable for extreme winds, however. Just keep that in mind as you shop.

Size: XS–L | Colors: 1 | Material: Polyester, viscose, lavalan

Best Sport

Dope Puffer

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Komaike has a wide range of experience with snow gear and finds this Dope Puffer to be the warmest option of them all. “Despite being in the snow almost every day, I’m a baby in the cold. I’ve worn the Dopesnow puffer in minus 40-degree temperatures and been fine.” This jacket was truly crafted with warmth and functionality in mind — it’s one of their most heavily insulated jackets and has double water-repellent technology. You’ll find a storm guard hood that fits over helmets, a large front pocket to fit a multitude of essentials, an elasticated snow skirt, zipped pockets on the sleeves, underarm vents, and a soft micro-fleece chin guard. More notable, however, is the zipper that goes all the way up the right side of the jacket, allowing for a little extra movement or a breather when it gets too hot. Needless to say, this piece is made for some serious adventure on the slopes. Komaike does however recommend sizing up if you enjoy layering thick sweaters underneath.

Size: XXS–XL | Colors: 3 | Material: Not listed

Best with Hood

Rudask Lux Fitted Ski Jacket

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Having a hood on your ski jacket is a must, but not all will swath your face as finely or thoroughly as with this Rudask ski jacket. It’s a brand highly recommended by Motuzas.

More than just a perfect pocket for your noggin, there’s a high collar that wraps all around your neck to keep it nice and toasty as well. You’ll find no open space between your neck, ears, or head where air can seep in. And thanks to the drawstrings, the hood can be pulled tightly around your face as well — it can’t, however, be detached. And as cool as it is, the rest of the jacket is just as eye-catching, with four on-trend cargo pockets at the front that are extra roomy to stash chapstick or a wallet. Of course, the jacket is not just sleek but warm as well, as it’s jam-packed with an 800+fill duck down that's functional in temperatures as low as 13 degrees.

Size: XS–XL | Colors: 2 | Material: Recycled polyester, recycled nylon, certified duck down and feathers

Best Short

Perfect Moment Houndstooth Polar Flare Down Jacket

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For all things après-ski fashion, Perfect Moment has what you need. This houndstooth jacket is just one example of their collection of slope styles, giving you fun prints and stylishly flared sleeves. They of course offer matching pants, both of which have this slopes-meet-street design to them. The jacket is filled with 700-fill power goose down and feathers, and the high-neck collar comes with an adjustable hood. While the hem is slightly cropped, it’s smartly hiding a powder skirt, so you don’t have to worry about it getting too breezy from underneath. It unfortunately doesn’t come with thumb sleeves, however, which invites snow to trickle in if you ever fall on your hands. But the zippered pockets will at least keep your valuables safe from falling out when you do.

Size: XS–XL | Colors: 2 | Material: Polyester, goose down, goose feathers

Best Print

Fusalp Clea Seventies Print Ski Jacket

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Although minimalism seems to be preferred in the modern day, the 1970s and 1980s saw a lot more colors and prints against the white mountain backdrop. This jacket from Fusalk is a true showstopper with its funky red and black chain link pattern.

Constructed with wind and waterproof materials that are also surprisingly stretchy, you’ll be able to move all around without feeling constrained — a must for speedy runs where you’ll need your full range of movement. Meanwhile, the interior is padded with a lightweight and breathable Primaloft fill. You’ve got your handy dandy ribbed-knit storm cuffs, which are the bits sleeves that hug your wrists and palms, and snow skirt, or the elastic band around the waist that helps to keep wind and snow from entering your jacket as you cruise down the mountain. The only thing it doesn’t have is a hood. Instead, you’ll get a faux fur collar that wraps around your entire neck for extra warmth, although you may still want to pack a hat too, just in case.

Size: XXS–XL | Colors: 1 | Material: Polyester, spandex, Primaloft