WHETHER YOU’RE A PRO ON THE SLOPES OR YOU PREFER THE APRÈS-SKI, WE CURATED SUSTAINABLE OUTFIT OPTIONS FOR YOU. SINCE A LOT OF SKI-WEAR IS MADE FROM PLASTIC-BASED MATERIALS (I.E. POLYESTER, ELASTANE ETC.) WE THINK THAT RENTAL FASHION IS DEFINITELY THE BEST OPTION TO GO FOR. YOU CAN HIT THE MOUNTAINS WHILST BEING KIND TO THE ENVIRONMENT AND YOU’RE NOT REQUIRED TO SPLASH THE CASH TO LOOK STYLISH.

words by HOLLY KELSEY
photographs by SOPHIE FRANKENHAUSER
crearive direction SARAH MARIE DAY

Why Rental Fashion is Perfect for the Ski Season

01 — SUSTAINABILITY
No new synthetic materials are used.

02 — PRICE
It’s a fraction of the retail price so you’re not breaking the bank.

03 — EXPERIMENT WITH STYLE
You get to try new looks and experiment with brands that might not usually be within your budget. It’s a fun way to experiment with your style!

04 — SPACE
You usually only use ski wear on an annual trip, so you don’t have to buy something that’ll take up room in your closet for the rest of the year. You can give it back once you’ve finished your vacation.

Our Favorite Rental Platforms

United Kingdom

Always leading the way in the world of rental fashion, for those based in the UK there’s a wide variety of companies to choose from if you’re heading off to the Alpes:

Front Row

ByRotation

MyWardrobeHQ

Matches Fashion Rental

Hurr Collective

United States

If you’re across the pond and on the way to Aspen these are some great rental platforms to look out for:

4 Stylish Sustainable Ski Outfits

You don’t want to look like the Michelin man but effortlessly chic on and off the pistes - well, we’ve got some amazing finds for you to choose from. The selection of brands on rental platforms for skiing is wonderful, whether you want to make a statement in Fendi or Chanel, or you prefer to be timeless and low key in Chloé or Fusalp. We curated a selection of outfits from different rental companies for you.

Timeless on the Slopes Look

01 / Pickle (US based)
This outfit from Pickle is perfect for a classic and polished look when you’re on the slopes.
— Shop Ski Googles, Ski Boots, Ski Trousers, Ski Jacket & Fair Isle Sweater

Fashion-Forward on the Slopes Look

02 / Hurr Collective (UK based)
Keeping stylish whilst your skiing down the mountain with this fabulous outfit from Hurr Collective.
— Shop Ski Googles, Moon Boots, Ski Suit & Turtleneck Sweater

Elegant Après-Ski Look

03 / By Rotation (UK based)
When you’ve spent the whole day on the slopes and want a low key afternoon and evening, this look from ByRotation keeps you both comfy and chic!
— Shop Moon Boots, Striped Sweater, Trousers & Faux Fur Coat

Casual Après-Ski Look

04 / Rent The Runway (US based)
When you’re heading off to a casual dinner after a perfect day’s skiing, this look from Rent The Runway is a great choice. We love the Tory Burch hooded wool wrap coat!
— Shop Hooded Wrap Coat, Cable Knit Sweater, Faux Fur Bag, Jeans & Earrings

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