Wednesday 9 February 2011

Eco snow bunnies.. your ski wardrobe wrapped up!!

By Lorna

If you're off to the slopes any times soon, we've got you covered... head to toe!
The more I researched this post, the more I found that Patagonia are leaps and bounds ahead of the game with Eco Ski/ Snowboard wear! This 'Snowbelle' ski jacket is super cool and is insulated with Thermogreen® polyester (90% recycled) that stays warm even when wet... 

It features everything I would look for in a snowboarding jacket -waterproof/breathable, removable hood that accommodates a helmet, articulated sleeves with pit zips for venting heat, a fleece neck gasket, chamois-lined collar for spindrift, and an adjustable powder skirt- PERFECT! 


Having spent enough time sitting on ski lifts (getting cold) I can highly recommend getting a decent base layer sorted. You can't get much better that these- Patagonia Capilene Bottoms made from Polartec 65% recycled polyester knit and Capilene Midweight Crew -brushed for warmth, softness and compressibility.... all very impressive!
All slope loving girls know that support is key! Check out this High Impact Bra (also by Patagonia) made from lightweight highly breathable recycled polyester.

Pants for Poverty are an ace choice for ski pants especially as £1 per pair sold online is donated to a new child labour free programme in India.

Finally, after a hard day on the slopes, bathe your aching muscles with Jack Black's Scrub & muscle Soak. This Eucalyptus-infused scrub gently warms as you rub, to loosen knots. Arnica and Sea & Epsom Salts relive tension and soothe tired muscles and get you ready for apres ski.... Enjoy the slopes!!! 

Facts:
Patagonia'Snowbelle' ski jacket £230, High Impact Bra, Patagonia Capilene® 3 Midweight Bottoms £42, Women's Capilene® 3 Midweight Bottoms £42.


Pants to Poverty - Made from beautiful Fairtrade and Organic cotton with 3% lycra to give stretch and keep shape. £7-£15.

Jack Black's Scrub & Muscle Soak– Healing botanicals, vitamins and certified organic ingredients with no parabens, sulfates, fragrance or colorants. All products are cruelty-free, vegan and dermatologist-tested. £28.

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