Whether it’s hardshell or softshell, down or synthetic your ski jacket is one of your most important pieces of clothing. Fashionable and functional; your jacket protects from the elements and allows you to express your personal flair it can be one of the biggest investments in your ski ensemble. To help you out here are our best Ski jackets.

Starting off our women’s ski jacket list is the Arc’Teryx Sentinel GORE-TEX jacket. One of Arc’Teryx’s most versatile jackets the Sentinel GORE-TEX jacket is a firm fan favourite. Extremely waterproof and breathable with its N70p 3L GORE-TEX technology this soft-shell jacket can be levelled up or down for ultimate comfort. Whether you want to ski or board on or off-piste the extra features like a Storm Hood and WaterTight Zippers makes this jacket very durable.

• Breathability: Yes
• Waterproof: Yes
• Best Ski Jacket for: Piste  

This luxurious women’s ski jacket will banish any thoughts of the Michelin Man with its black waist band accentuating an hour glass silhouette. Warm, waterproof and colourful this down jacket is great for active women who want something a bit fashion forward in their ski wear. Practical features like closable inside pockets and added black bands on the should provide extra functionality without compromising on style.

• Breathability: Yes
• Waterproof: 5,000 mm
• Best Ski Jacket for: Piste

If you are looking for something for a men’s ski jacket that combines fashion and function then look no further. Epitomizing understated style this Toni Sailer jacket is as functional as it is stylish. This jacket has a combination of Thermolite and high loft fiberballs for unparalleled insulation. It is exceptionally breathable and waterproof, with additional high-end YKK zippers for added water resistance. Along with Premium 4-Way Stretch material and classic design, this will look good on and off the mountain.

• Breathability:  Yes
• Waterproof: 20,000 mm
• Best Ski Jacket for: Piste

Our final pick for men’s ski jacket is Salomon’s Icecool jacket. This insulated jacket is warm and lightweight thanks to its PrimaLoft insulation, which is water repellent in addition to insulating. The additional FlowTech technology allows the lining to dry as quickly as possible, helping keep you dry on and off the slopes. Along with its technical attributes, its classic design makes this a timeless jacket that will serve you for many seasons to come.

• Breathability: Yes
• Waterproof:  Yes
• Best Ski Jacket for: All Mountain