https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:55:31 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699873 Sun, 19 Feb 2017 18:10:49 +0000 MamaG 2699873@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Smart wool is on zulily today. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699732 Sun, 19 Feb 2017 09:00:34 +0000 lamariniere 2699732@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@looch: thanks for the brand recommended, I found some not too crazy priced items on Amazon. I'm going to try to go to a discount store similar to TJ Max tomorrow to see if I can find any deals. Then I can order whatever else I need before we go (because I have to wash everything before I wear it). </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699716 Sun, 19 Feb 2017 07:18:55 +0000 looch 2699716@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I am not a seasoned skier, but I have taken lessons as an adult (in the Alps) and I wore pretty basic things.</p> <p>I really like the base layers from Odlo. They are on the expensive side, though. Get them in plain colors and you can pass them down to your kids. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699708 Sun, 19 Feb 2017 01:50:54 +0000 lamariniere 2699708@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@MediaNaranja: my pants and jacket have these vents. :happy: </p> <p>@ShootingStar: @Eko: thanks ladies!</p> <p>@sunny: I'm definitely going to buy the helmet in person. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699689 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 21:47:35 +0000 Eko 2699689@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>It is truly about layers. I usually wear:</p> <p>sports bra<br /> long sleeve shirt<br /> fleece sweatshirt<br /> outer jacket<br /> I have underamour ski leggings, but any leggings will do if your snow pants are good<br /> snow pants<br /> ski socks - or any type of boot socks<br /> I also have a face mask; ear warmers; gloves. </p> <p>I would use any of that if it is about 35F or so degrees. If it is colder.. like 10F I would consider a base cami and another layer of pants. The thing about being a novice is that if you are learning it is a lot of sitting/not moving around.... in snow. It will get cold. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699671 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 18:53:10 +0000 sunny 2699671@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would try to find a ski helmet that is adjustable and shop in person if possible. The most important thing is a good fit to keep your noggin safe. </p> <p>I wear yoga pants or leggings and a workout top on top. Then I layer with a thinner Fleece and then my ski jacket on top. If it's particularly cold I add an outerwear Fleece before my jacket. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699670 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 18:35:51 +0000 ShootingStar 2699670@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm in the NE and I wear a thermal base layer, ski pants and jacket, warm socks, balaclava, and hat with ear flaps. I've never used a sports bra for skiing. I also tend to be pretty cold when skiing, it's not very aerobic. So warm gloves and socks are important. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699663 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 17:51:47 +0000 MediaNaranja 2699663@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Layers are key! I live in Utah so I dress similar to @Ms.Badger: Definitely avoid anything made of cotton.</p> <p>I do a thermal base layer (I currently use the brand 32 degrees which is really lightweight and really warm, and it's not too expensive so wins all around). I do add an extra layer over top to make sure my neck and chest are covered. I usually double up on socks- one regular pair under my thermals and thin ski ones over top. Both my jacket and pants have vents in the side that you can zip open if you get too warm- I'd much rather do that than go underdressed. I find that most days my helmet is plenty warm, but on extra cold days I have a thin skull cap I can use under. You will definitely want goggles, even if it is sunny. They help keep your face warm! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699643 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 16:04:13 +0000 lamariniere 2699643@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@Ms.Badger: it seems like layering is key, especially since I have no idea what I'm getting myself into! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699640 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 15:55:40 +0000 lamariniere 2699640@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@winniebee: I'm browsing for Smart wool right now. :happy: </p> <p>I'm hesitant to invest what seems like a lot of money for some high tech pieces since I don't ski (yet!). But my DH pointed out that as the kids get older, maybe it's something we could do more frequently since we are only an hour or so away from the closest slopes. And if the gear lasts for years... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699639 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 15:52:19 +0000 Ms.Badger 2699639@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lamariniere: So I usually ski in Colorado where it isn't particularly cold. I go with leggings and either a long sleeve base layer OR if it's colder short sleeve base layer and fleece under Jacket and Ski pants. I wear very thin hiking socks (REI) under my somewhat thicker ski socks (I blister easily and this two sock solution it best for me). Then fleece headband under the helmet, thin gloves under ski gloves. I guess I really like to layer.<br /> Have fun! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699638 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 15:46:08 +0000 winniebee 2699638@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@lamariniere: I'd stay away from yoga tights and go for the wool base layer - nothing worse than a cold bum! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699637 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 15:43:23 +0000 lamariniere 2699637@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@PawPrints: @Kitkat: I have big snow boots that are comfortable for after. :happy: </p> <p>@Kitkat: I'm pretty sure the last time I bought a sports bra was 10 years ago. :shocked: I guess I need to add a few to my list!</p> <p>@Mrs. Microscope: @808love: all of my leggings, except one pair, are cotton. Sounds like that isn't ideal. </p> <p>@808love: and yeah, ski stuff is SOOOO expensive! We were in a store earlier today and I was blown away by some of the prices. But it was definitely high tech, super lightweight, fancy fancy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699636 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 15:43:13 +0000 winniebee 2699636@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Typically, I wear the following:</p> <p>Sports bra<br /> Smart wool base layers (top and pants --<br /> Smart wool ski socks<br /> A smart wool half zip mid layer (I also have Patagonia layers that I like)<br /> Ski jacket (Mine is down lined)<br /> Ski pants<br /> Neckwarmer (turtle fur or smart wool)<br /> Helmet (Giro)<br /> Goggles (Smith - I have the interchangeable lenses -- black out for sunny days and rose for cloudy days)<br /> Mittens (Swany)</p> <p>Gearing up for skiing is expensive!! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699633 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 15:32:08 +0000 808love 2699633@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I would definitely have goggles/balaclava, especially if it is snowing out. Don't do leggings, use a real thermal base layer. I have a patagonia set that lasted over 12years and I use them a lot, for pajamas sometimes. A good hat has fleece inside and ear flaps. I get cold easily though. Get good, non-puffy gloves. Again the high tech ski stuff, looks thin but actually keeps you nice and warm because of the fabric. My things are in storage and not coming out until spring skiing otherwise I could look up the brands. Look for waterproof seams as you will be falling a lot as a beginner *get used to the idea* and wetness is annoying/cold. Also you may be sore so you might not want to plan to go several days in a row if you are a beginner. There are high tech ski socks that make a big difference. I wear a thin wicking one on the inside and then a thicker for outside. The last ones I got for LO were eurosocks and that worked well. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699631 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 15:23:40 +0000 Mrs. Microscope 2699631@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Tight workout leggings can be good, and get some sort of lightweight thermal top. You want sweat wicking stuff, so workout clothes can do the trick! Get medium weight ski socks, and a good pair of gloves. I also recommend a thin balaclava for the wind, as well as some polarized goggles. Wear sunscreen if it is at all sunny, snow reflection burns are the worst on your face! Have fun! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699612 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 14:09:11 +0000 Kitkat 2699612@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I also get hot easily, and I usually wear a sports bra and a thermal shirt under my ski jacket, nothing under my ski pants. I have socks specifically for skiing that are pretty thick.</p> <p>I second what a PP said about comfy boots for after! Your feet will thank you :happy: Have fun! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699607 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 13:41:46 +0000 PawPrints 2699607@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Don't forget comfortable boots you can change into afterward since your feet will be sore from the boots. And take some ibuprofen, unless your already have rock-hard quadriceps. 😊 Have lots of fun! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699605 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 13:39:36 +0000 lamariniere 2699605@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@PawPrints: that's all very helpful! Didn't think about a balaclava, good idea! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699603 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 13:37:39 +0000 PawPrints 2699603@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Tights, synthetic sports bra, thin sweater, possible a second layer of tights and a fleece if it's cold, then ski pants, coat, ski socks, goggles, helmet, mittens, and a good thick neck muff. I carry a face balaclava in my pocket in case it gets windy. But I get cold easily as mentioned. 😊 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699601 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 13:35:16 +0000 PawPrints 2699601@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Oh wow! I have no experience there 😀 Sounds exciting! </p> <p>For the helmet, I would Google lists of top women's helmet reviews and buy the best one you can afford. This is a great one: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01EJSOB4O/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&#038;psc=1" rel="nofollow">https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01EJSOB4O/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&#038;psc=1</a> </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699600 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 13:32:54 +0000 lamariniere 2699600@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@PawPrints: what would your typical outfit consist of? </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699598 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 13:31:55 +0000 lamariniere 2699598@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@PawPrints: umm, Slovakia! So far, the weather report is above freezing. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699597 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 13:31:35 +0000 PawPrints 2699597@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I get cold easily, so maybe take with a grain of salt, but I would never go skiing without at least one base layer. If you anticipate sweating, avoid cotton since it keeps moisture right next to your skin. Go with synthetics or wool. Ski socks are quite thin, you want the boots as tight against your skin as you can get them, for better control. You're going to want goggles and good mittens too. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699596 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 13:28:46 +0000 PawPrints 2699596@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Where will you be? East coast ski resorts can be VERY cold, whereas West resorts can be more manageable. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/ski-wardrobe-help#post-2699592 Sat, 18 Feb 2017 13:09:00 +0000 lamariniere 2699592@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>We're going skiing soon and I have no idea how to dress. I have ski pants and a ski jacket, the jacket has a zip out fleece. But what do I wear underneath? Do I need some sort of base-layer? Leggings or tights? Sports bra? Are ski socks usually thick or thin? I have zero athletic clothes, help! </p> <p>I'm a complete novice and plan on taking lessons. I get warm easily, so I'm more worried about being hot and sweaty rather than cold. But I don't know how intense the lessons will be, so maybe I don't need to worry about this? Also, I plan on buying my own helmet, any specific features I should be looking for?</p> <p>What do you seasoned skiers wear? Any other suggestions or advice? </p>