The Big Ski Fashion Trends for 2019 Hucksters Lodge

The New Ski Accessory of 2019

The balaclava is back in, ladies and gentlemen. Vogue Magazine’s 2018 Winter fashion show emphasised that balaclavas will be dominating ski fashion. Gucci and Calvin Klein have made a massive deal of showing off balaclava-clad models on the catwalk, with many other fashion houses following suit. It usually takes twelve months for these trends to appear in shops and on the slopes, so be ready for the balaclava’s return! The irony of hiding your face with loud, vibrant colours is not lost, and the contradictory notion of making yourself more visible by covering your face makes this trend stand out.

The balaclava is not just for hiding one’s identity but has been a staple of high altitude skiing for decades. Expect to see people wearing them at lower heights, however, as more skiers aim to be fashionable as well as functional.

What's Not Fashionable When Skiing in 2019

First and foremost, what is not functional is not fashionable. It is not functional, and certainly not fashionable, to not be able to see where you’re skiing. Invest in some decent goggles before you get to the slopes! Spy Optic’s new electrochromic goggles include push-button light adjustments on the band so you can see in sunny, mixed, or low-light skiing conditions. Oakley is also pushing innovation to the next level, with their auto-adjusting ‘Prism React’ technology. Available on their Fall Line XL goggle, these goggles are both superbly fashionable and make skiing that much easier. Likewise, don’t forget to get a helmet to stay safe on the slopes!

High heels are, likewise, a bad thing to take to your ski chalet. There are no occasions where it is suitable to wear them around the chalets, even if you receive smart dinner invitations. Instead, look at the selection available at Penelope Chilvers for some super chic boot suggestions. For more detail on what to wear, check out our guide on women’s ski fashion trends in 2019.

Finally, if you have long hair, be prepared to tie your hair back into a braid, plait or ponytail and prepare your choice of outfits accordingly. That way, you can avoid getting helmet hair when you’re on the slopes and look great coming off that last lift.