Don’t hit the ski slopes without getting kitted up

We round up the best kit for children and grown-ups. Read on to discover what could be just right for you and where to find it

Whether you’re a beginner who’s booked their first lessons or a seasoned pro used to zooming down black runs, if you’re off on a ski trip this season you’ve got to be appropriately dressed. From base layers and salopettes to jackets and goggles, the right clothing is essential for ensuring you stay warm and dry but are free to move.

Plus, you want to look good.

So where should you head when you want to get kitted out for the slopes?

We’ve rounded up some affordable pieces, ideal for newbies, to luxury picks for self-confessed ski bums.

MOUNTAIN WAREHOUSE

Your one-stop shop for first time skiers, Mountain Warehouse offers affordable (but good quality) skiwear basics for adults and kids.

Even better value, its ski outfit packages include a jacket, salopettes, socks, gloves and a hat in a variety of colours.

1. Double Trouble Women’s Pom Beanie, £5.99 (was £14.99); Extreme Women’s Ski Goggles, £39.99 (were £79.99); Slopestyle Women’s Extreme Ski Jacket, £99 (was £199.99); Moon Women’s Ski Pants, £34.99 (were £59.99); Extreme Waterproof Gloves, £19.99 (were £39.99).

2. Galactic Extreme Men’s Ski Jacket, £119.99 (was £199.99); Orbit 4 Way Stretch Men’s Ski Pants, £69.99 (£139.99); Extreme Ski Goggles, £49.99 (were £79.99)

3. Trailblazer Extreme Women’s Ski Jacket, £49.99 (was £199.99); Moon Women’s Ski Pants, £34.99 (were £59.99); Trail Blazer Waterproof Women’s Ski Gloves, £19.99 (were £49.99) [helmets are sold out].

SUPERDRY

With a wide selection of bright, sporty skiwear for men and women, Superdry is a smart choice for intermediate skiers looking to invest in some premium pieces.

It’s particularly good for sturdy but stylish accessories like goggles and gloves, too.

1. Sleek Piste Ski Jacket, £199.99; Sleek Piste Ski Pants, £124.99

2. Ultimate Snow Service Gloves, £49.99; Pinnacle Snow Goggles, £59.99

MUDDY PUDDLES

Specialising in outdoor clothing for little ones, Muddy Puddles even has skiwear for babies, so you can kit out your future winter Olympian.

The Scampsuits are an easy all-inone solution plus they have baselayers, boots and all the other accessories your ski bunnies need.

1. Blizzard Winter Jacket, £42.50 (was £85); Blizzard Winter Salopettes, £33 (were £49); Bloc Systems Spark Goggles, £19.55 (were £25)

2. Knitted Balaclava, £10 (was £20); Puddles 3 in 1 Scampsuit, £63.75 (was £75); Snowdrift Snowboots, £35.10 (were £39); (sunglasses, stylist’s own)

DECATHLON

Decathlon’s own brand Wed’ze is ideal for piste lovers looking for high quality but unpretentious skiwear like lightweight down jackets.

If you don’t want to hire one at your resort, the brand also stocks affordable helmets for adults and kids.

2. Wed’ze Ski-P Men’s Warm Ski Jacket, £49.99 (was £54.99

1. Wed’ze H300 Adult Ski Helmet, £19.99; Wed’ze Adults’ and Kids’ Good Weather Ski and Snow Board Goggles, £27.99,

3. Also check out their MH500 technical men’s jacket from Quechua, £59.99. Great for warmer days on the slopes but also fantastic for apres-ski chic.

PROTEST

For fashion-conscious boarders, sportswear brand Protest makes trendled separates that will make you look like a pro – even if you’re not.

This season’s women’s collection features retro style puffer jackets, leopard prints and pops of bright pink.

1. Mallis Ski Jacket, £159.99; Carmacks 18 Ski Trousers, £129.99; Fingest Gloves, £27.99

2. Bellini Ski Jacket, £139.99

SWEATY BETTY

For the ultimate in chic skiwear, Sweaty Betty’s range includes everything from jackets and jumpsuits to baselayers so cute you’ll want to keep them on for apres-ski – no wonder every Instagram influencer on a ski trip seems to be clad head-to-toe in the British brand.

1. Sweaty Betty Method Hybrid Ski