Dressing in layers is a great way to adapt your clothing to changing weather conditions and the intensity of the activity! Adjust the number of layers according to temperature, wind and your own sense of comfort.
The layer closest to your skin is essential to keep you dry and warm. Choose a base layer with moisture-wicking materials like polyester and merino wool to maintain an even body temperature and avoid the chill that can occur when moisture stays close to the skin.
A good midlayer acts as insulation to retain body heat, by creating an air pocket between your base layer and your outer garment. If you're wearing a padded jacket, a thinner fleece mid-layer sweater or a vest will suffice. But if you have a shell jacket, you should ideally add another warming mid-layer. For those who are particularly sensitive to the cold, there are also insulating shorts that warm the lower part of the body.
A shell jacket has no insulation of its own - so you need to add an insulating material. A padded lightweight jacket or liner works well here.
Your ski jacket and ski trousers are your first line of defence against the outdoor environment, so they should be windproof and waterproof to withstand both blizzards and biting cold. For warmer days, the garment's breathability and ventilation features are also important to release excess heat and moisture from your body.
A final advice is to pay attention to your accessories - the right choice can make or break your day! Ski socks with moisture-wicking properties, waterproof and insulating gloves, and a neck warmer that prevents wind and cold from entering the neck are all small details that make a big difference.
