Ski season is approaching, and fashion’s leading houses have their winter wardrobes ready.
The new alpine wardrobe is about both performance and style. Technical outerwear, plush shearling, statement accessories, and plenty of cashmere take centre stage, with collections designed to look just as good at a mountain resort as on the slopes. Here are the collections worth packing for your next alpine escape.
Balenciaga Ski
Pierpaolo Piccioli brings his approach to silhouette and proportion to Balenciaga’s 2026 Skiwear collection. High-collared parkas, cropped puffers, reversible jackets and insulated snow trousers combine technical performance with the house’s unmistakable sense of volume. Thermoregulating fabrics and integrated RECCO reflectors on selected outerwear add practical consideration, while animal-inspired prints and brightly coloured faux fur introduce a more playful element. In accessories, the oversized Alaska boots and familiar Le City and Rodeo bags are reworked in shearling, suede and winter-ready leather. The collection also includes layered denim and knitwear for the hours spent away from the slopes.
Chanel Coco Neige
Chanel’s Coco Neige 2026 collection draws on retro winter sportswear, with a particularly appealing use of colour. Vivid red dominates alongside graphic stripes, checked tweeds and touches of blue and yellow, giving the house’s familiar palette a sporty update. Relaxed ski suits and jackets have an almost borrowed-from-the-boys proportion, while cashmere, wool and soft jersey bring texture to the layered looks. Accessories include lined mules inspired by men’s loafers, cosy mittens and chapka hats. The penguin and polar bear motifs that appear throughout the collection also add a charming sense of humour.
Louis Vuitton LV Ski
Louis Vuitton’s LV Ski collection emphasises texture and accessories, with cashmere, brushed silk, shearling, and softly structured outerwear forming the foundation of its winter wardrobe. The bags are an obvious highlight. Monogram Miroir returns with an iridescent, holographic finish inspired by the house’s historic metal trunks, while the Capucines receives a cosy cashmere and shearling treatment. The Cortina boots and mules offer a practical option for snowy destinations, finished with substantial lug soles. For those planning to spend time on the slopes, the new LV360 goggles feature interchangeable lenses to adapt to changing light conditions.
Dior Alps
Jonathan Anderson puts his stamp on Dior’s alpine wardrobe for Winter 2026/27, combining technical clothing with the decorative details that have become part of his approach to the house. The Dior d’Hiver print depicts snowy landscapes, chalets and skiers, while the Dior Snow motif brings a playful mountain scene to accessories and shearling pieces. The Dior Médaillon Flap Bag and Diorly appear in winter-ready materials, joined by new interpretations of the Lady Dior. Shearling earmuffs, snow goggles and substantial après-ski footwear complete the wardrobe. The collection even extends into the home, with throws and cushions designed for winter interiors.
Fusalp
French skiwear specialist Fusalp has been refining the alpine wardrobe since 1952, when founders Georges Ribola and René Veyrat introduced the fuseau, the now-iconic stirrup ski trouser. The brand later created a competition ski suit for the 1966 World Ski Championships, establishing its reputation for technical innovation and precision tailoring. That heritage continues to influence its approach to winter dressing, with close-fitting silhouettes and considered construction that favour a streamlined look on the slopes. With its distinctly French sensibility, Fusalp remains a natural choice for wardrobes in Gstaad, Verbier, and beyond.
Cordova
Founded in 2016, Cordova has built a following for skiwear that puts the female silhouette firmly in focus. Its sculpted ski suits stand out, combining close-fitting proportions with a sporty, feminine aesthetic. The brand’s signature fuzzy après-ski jackets offer a softer contrast, designed for afternoons off the slopes. Bold gingham patterns bring personality to the collection, while understated shades of khaki and cream offer a more classic option. Cordova’s designs have a distinctly retro influence, but the overall effect feels contemporary, with pieces that make a statement without relying on excessive detailing.
