5 Trends That All Ski (and Après-Ski) Enthusiasts Will Sport in 2026

      Kudos to anyone who has attempted to learn a new sport as an adult, as it's no simple feat. When I chose to start skiing a few years back, I felt a bit embarrassed to be on the beginner slopes while young kids zoomed past me. One factor that inspired my shift from the pizza stance to the French fry position was the thought of all the adorable ski outfits I could sport for my new pastime. There, I've admitted it. I care about appearances, alright? You can judge me all you like, but you can't deny that looking the part is a big part of the enjoyment.

      My Instagram and TikTok feeds have clearly picked up on my skiing passion, as they're filled with images of snowy slopes, Aspen lodges, Saint Moritz vistas, and, of course, fashionable women donning a blend of technical gear and casual après-ski wear. After going through the many photos I've saved this winter, I've narrowed down the top five trends that will keep trending until the lifts close for the season. Scroll down to shop.

      1. Colorful Printed Jackets

       - Perfect Moment Polar Flare Ski Jacket III

       - Halfdays x Parks Project Lawrence Jacket

       - Cynthia Rowley Art Nouveau Puffer Jacket

      2. Retro Graphic Sweaters

       - Rowing Blazers Cashmere Apres Skis Cable Knit Sweater

       - We Norwegians x Markarian Sweater

       - MC2 Cashmere-Blend Sweater

      3. Head-to-Toe Red

       - The North Face Himalayan Parka

      4. White Faux-Fur Coats

       - H&M Jacket With Shoulder Pads

       - Zadig & Voltaire Fleur Faux Fur Coat

      5. Fair Isle Sweaters

       - Varley Sigrid Fairisle Half-Zip Knit

       - H&M Jacquard-Knit Cardigan