Who doesn’t love spring?
As much as I hate to see winter slide by, spring is a delicious season with longer days, softer snow, warmer temps and some of the best skiing and riding of the year.
Whether you’re off on a family spring break ski trip, or just enjoying this lovely season at your home mountain, here are some of the best jackets and more for springtime on-the-snow, on-the-go fashion and fun!
Let’s Start with a Giveaway
A down sweater is one of my favorite spring skiing essentials. I’ve got the Obermeyer Kassidy Down Sweater and last season, I wore it alone as a jacket on really warm days, and as a layer on colder days.
Less bulk than a standard puffy jacket, it makes a cute layer for après ski, shopping or hanging out on the beach at Lake Tahoe (for example!).
My favorite details? Unique square baffles that give the jacket a fresh look; shiny, durable fabric; and a cute feminine, tapered shape.
To win an Obermeyer Kassidy Down Sweater in white from WinterWomen.com, just leave a comment below.
For additional entries “like” both Brave Ski Mom and WinterWomen on Facebook or follow both of us on Twitter (@braveskimom and @winterwomen).
One lucky winner will be chosen on Wednesday, February 26th!
Good luck!
Best Jackets for Spring Skiing
Fun trends for spring include bright colors and soft shells and 3-in-1 jackets that let you layer up, or strip down, depending on the variable spring weather!
On Mountain:
Skiable Softshells let you layer how you want, or choose to not layer much at all, during spring’s warm days.
3-in-1 Jackets offer season-long versatility, but really shine in spring. Wear the outer shell and inner layer together on colder days, or shed the inner layer – or outer shell – on warmer days to cool dow.
Spyder Core Suite 3-in-1 Jacket:
Columbia Women’s Whirlibird Interchange 3-in-1 Jacket:
The North Face Adele Triclimate Jacket:
Off Mountain:
Insulators, like down sweaters, vests and hoodies are perfect for spring. You can layer them on mountain, and uncover them when you hit the town.
Insulators keep you warm but look great with jeans too!
Patagonia Down Sweater:
Vests offer extra insulation when you need it. Later, pair them with jeans and zip-up over a mid-layer for the perfect après look.
Burton L.A.M.B. Insulator Vest:
Sweaters and Hoodies are another layering option on mountain and off. They are especially fun for cozy evenings after a long day of skiing, even in the spring!
Columbia Pearl Evolution Hoodie:
Under Armour Wintersweet Full-Zip Hoody:
Many thanks to WinterWomen.com for providing an Obermeyer Kassidy Down Sweater for this giveaway.
I already own this product, and did not receive it in exchange for this post.
As always, all opinions are my own and are exactly what I would tell my family and friends.
Cheers!
Want More?
- Ski Fashion 2013-2014: Trends in Women’s Ski and Snowboard Jackets, October 10, 2013.
- What the Cool Kids are Wearing: Youth Ski Styles for 2013-2014, October 7, 2013.
- Ski Fashion: Everything Looks Good With A Smile, March 4, 2013.
- Ski Fashion 2013: The Geode Collection Brings the Snow Bunny Back, February 11, 2013.
- Ski Fashion 2012-2013: Beautiful Baselayers, Midlayers and More, October 31, 2012.
- Ski Fashion 2012-2013: Winter Styles for Cool Kids, October 17, 2012
- Ski Fashion 2012-2013: Stylish Winter Boots for Women and Girls, October 10, 2012.
- Ski Fashion 2012-2013: The Hottest Looks on Snow, October 3, 2012.
- Ski Fashion: Curves or Turns?, May 3, 2012.
- Ski Fashion: Packing Light and Looking Great, January 9, 2012.
- The Fashionista of the Piste-a, December 8, 2010.
This giveaway is now closed. Congratulations to Janine!
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Michelle C. says
The obermeyer down sweater looks so comfortable! I’m loving all the bright colors on the mountain!
Thanks! (I like Brave Ski mom and winter women on FB)
braveskimom says
Thanks Michelle! You’re in twice and I agree…love the bright colors, and the bright white, too!
Christi Vogt says
LOVE this white down sweater! Being a Colorado native, I love the fact that it’s an Obermeyer! Also, I am so small, that I would look like a marshmallow in anything puffier:).
braveskimom says
That’s funny! Good luck!
Lisa D. says
Loving the down sweaters! They look so warm yet so lightweight! I need this! I am already a “liker” on FB too!
braveskimom says
Thanks Lisa! You’re in twice, too! Good luck!
HeidiHo says
I’ve often claimed my down sweater is the single most useful piece of clothing I own and it shows! I love the new look of the Obermeyer sweater!
braveskimom says
I’m with you Heidi! Love down sweaters! Sounds like you need a new one! 🙂 Good luck!
Julie says
Love all of the spring looks! 40 degrees here today–feels so warm! I’d love the jacket. I’m a fan on FB
Sara says
Love all of the fun colors! Looking forward to spring! “Liked” on fb too:)
braveskimom says
Thanks so much Sara! You’re entered twice! Cheers!
Barb O'Connor says
So cute…..and looks so warm too! 🙂
braveskimom says
Good luck Barb! What could be better? Cute and warm!
Bonnie MacPherson says
Must have NOW! 😉 Actually, the down sweater is exactly what I’m looking for to transition to spring on the slopes here at Okemo!
braveskimom says
What a winter you’re having in Vermont! Wow! This down sweater is a perfect transition piece! Good luck!
Joel Schaefer says
I have a super cute wife that needs a super cute sweater.
braveskimom says
And you are a super nice husband! Good luck!
Uschi Hall says
That looks so warm, great have for the chilly days. Especially for the persistent inversion.
braveskimom says
I agree, super warm! SO tired of persistent inversions! I love snow…and blue skies. Not snow and gray skies! Good luck!
Martha Wilson says
Ooh, Ooh! Pick me! I now have to check out Winter Women!
braveskimom says
Yes, you do! Cute stuff over there!
Roberto says
Size medium for the CEO of our house please! They make great jackets, she has heavier version as do our girls. Liked on the FB also.
roberto says
the ceo of our house wanted me to thank you for the pointing out the winterwomen.com site and more important for the possibility of owning a new jacket.
p.s. thanks for the aspen rest tips. have poppycock’s on our list and franck thirion cafe on the crosshairs.
braveskimom says
Best to you CEO! Have a great trip!
Janine Apter Cuthbertson says
Love the look! Please enter me for the giveaway, liked Winter Women and Brave Ski Mom on Facebook, and following both on Twitter 🙂
braveskimom says
Thanks Janine! You are entered twice! Cheers!
Pamela Tessmer says
Love all the colors! And I really love the Obermeyer Kassidy Down Sweater in white, looks super comfy and warm!
braveskimom says
So cute! Good luck!
Alexis T says
It’s 40 in Minneapolis today and as much as I would love Spring to be here – I know we’ll have more chilly weather. The Obermeyer Kassidy Down Sweater would be perfect for late March in MN!
braveskimom says
Yes, while spring is starting to appear, winter won’t go away quite so soon! Always good to be prepared for both seasons!
Mona Lennartson says
Wow – I love all the new styles!
braveskimom says
Aren’t they great? And it’s fun to see suggestions for Spring skiing!
Diana G says
I love it! looks so cozy and comfy.
braveskimom says
Good luck to you Diana!
Chris says
Thanks for the fashion update! Love that down sweater.
braveskimom says
Me, too! Good luck!
traymona says
I love this jacket. Stylish and warm
braveskimom says
It is super cute! Good luck!
Valerie Ruedisueli says
So pretty and svelte! Couldn’t ski this year due to knee problems. There’s always next year. Meanwhile this would keep me warm on the deck.
braveskimom says
So sorry about your knee! You deserve to stay warm on the deck! Good luck!
Kara Williams (@karasw) says
DARLING down sweater. So cute. I liked you and Winter Women on FB/Twitter
braveskimom says
Thanks Kara! You’re in twice!
Nancy Kenney says
Oh yes…a wonderful choice and this will go well with any winter/ski outfit! Already a fan!
braveskimom says
Thanks Nancy! You need this sweater out east this winter! Stay warm!
brandon says
My wife would sure love that for a surprise gift. 🙂 Brandon@GetSkiTickets.com.
braveskimom says
Hey Brandon! Your wife would love it…and love you! How’s the discount ski ticket business going?
Kellie says
Colorful & comfy is the perfect companion to any winter wardrobe. Thanks for continuing to give us more and more and more of all the latest and greatest out there, Kristen! You are, truly, a BRAVE Ski Mom. 🙂
braveskimom says
You are so sweet, Kellie! Thanks and good luck!
Jerry Hoffman says
Not sure I’m permitted to participate, but I’ll proxy for my wife. Hey, if there are discounts on Obermeyer Jackets and ski pants I’ll shell out the coin Brave Ski Mom. Love your stuff, and skiing with you is a total highlight. Skiyal8R.
braveskimom says
Of course you’re permitted to participate! Brave moms, brave dads, brave skiers and snowboarders, all! Thanks!
Monica Powell says
Living in northern Illinois I could use a new warm winter jacket!! I’ve been a long time follower of Winter Women on Facebook and now new to brave ski mom! Thanks for the giveaway!!
braveskimom says
Thank you Monica! Thanks for the follow!
Heather Dillon says
Minnesota perfect!
braveskimom says
Perfect good luck to you! Thanks!
Brenda Abrams says
Will love it if im to win “. thank ya’ll for the chance!
braveskimom says
Of course and I see that you’re following on Twitter! Thanks!
Martin Griff says
I always try to pack a “cute layer for après ski.” Actually, I pretty proud of myself if I find ski socks packed in my luggage.
I’ll pass on the cute layer, since i would rather après ski in a hot tub, but I’m sure my wife would enjoy a layering option.
Any one of those jackets would have been perfect for rooting on the Broncos from the uncovered stands in New Jersey early this month. Oops. Sore subject. Sorry.
braveskimom says
Let’s see. A lot in here. First, yes, you were in NJ and got to see the Broncos in their less than glorious state! Still, I don’t think this one would have looked good one you! Best of luck to your wife and keep an eye on your socks! Cheers!
Lisa Bourlier says
Love the Winter White!
braveskimom says
I know, isn’t it cute? I love the brights, but think how cute this will look with them!
Tami @Colorado Mountain Mom says
Hi there! WOW… those are some gorgeous (& cozy sounding) ski duds! Fun to see what’s out there, and to discover Winter Women. Sounds like they are out of Denver – very cool.
I was already your fan & follower 😉 … but have now also ‘liked’ WW’s Facebook, and followed them on Twitter.
Thanks for the great giveaway!
braveskimom says
Thank you and I hope you enjoying exploring the WW.com site! Sale going on now…just started on Monday http://www.winterwomen.com!
Amy Funk says
Oooooh love the down sweater. In fact everything is gorgeous
braveskimom says
Agreed! Cheers!
Julie says
Love the sweater! Would love to win it!
braveskimom says
Best of luck Julie!
velder dixon says
nice contest-fingers crossed
braveskimom says
Best of luck to you and your fingers!
Terri C. McMillan says
Love the colors! My favorite is the Spyder Major Cable Sweater.
braveskimom says
You and me both. Love that white cable zip up!
Caroline Graham says
Ooh, ooh, pick me!!! Love Obermeyer. Always classy, great quality and STYLE!
braveskimom says
Agreed. Nice lines, nice colors, great style — oh! and a Colorado proud company! Good luck!
Tracy says
The Obermeyer down sweater looks lovely! Love your site.
braveskimom says
Thanks Tracy!
addrienne mertens says
i love the sweater.. im gonna get a longer coat for next winter..
braveskimom says
Anything to stay warm, right? 🙂 Good luck!
Jill says
Too cute! Going skiing soon…this would be perfect!
braveskimom says
Excellent! Good luck!
gabriela says
I would like to win a Jacket simply becauese there very nice looking and I live in Crazy Chicago. The weather here is ridiculous It could be below zero and the next day like 20 degree . Thank you for the opportunity
braveskimom says
You are so welcome! Good luck!
Amanda says
I would love to have this for Spring Break at Snowshoe!
braveskimom says
I hear Snowshoe has had an incredible winter! Have fun and good luck!
Laura Harris says
Thanks for sharing all the new fashion trends – they will look great both on and off the slope!
braveskimom says
So true! Thanks and good luck!
kellene mortensen says
Love these!! You are totally a ski fashion guru! So now go ahead and pick me!!!
Hope to see you soon! I miss you in spin class!
braveskimom says
Miss you too! I’ve been spending a lot of time skiing (surprise!). Good luck!
Deanne Miller says
Wow…..I may be a dork however I’m positive that these clothes will make me look cool out on the slopes……SWEET!!! Love the clothes!
braveskimom says
And isn’t that what it’s all about? Feeling cool and confident! Cheers!
Trish Mahre says
I know a woman that would look absolutely super in that Obermeyer sweater!!!
braveskimom says
So do I! Good luck !
Janine McNally says
LOVE ALL of these! Would be a real trendsetter if I won! Thanks!
braveskimom says
Best of luck Janine! And, you’re welcome!
Janine McNally says
LIke Brave Ski Mom and WinterWomen.com on Facebook!
braveskimom says
Thanks so much! You’re in twice!
Theresa Mccorkle says
I love all of these ! Very warm and I really like the colors. I’m a liker on Facebook also 🙂
braveskimom says
Excellent! You’re in twice, too! Cheers!
Heather says
Good luck to all.
braveskimom says
And good luck to you!
Barb says
Love the down sweater and UA hoody!
braveskimom says
That hoody is cute, isn’t it? UA has come a long way!
Cindy Weghorst says
The new styles are gorgeous ! Like Brave Ski Mom and WinterWomen on FB
braveskimom says
Thanks so much! You’re entered twice!
pam peterson says
Looking forward to Spring Skiing, would love a good spring layer!
braveskimom says
After yesterday’s snow (which is deep and new today!), Spring skiing does sound nice – with occasional deep storms, of course!
Katherine Romkema says
Love the jacket. Thanks for sponsoring this giveaway!
braveskimom says
My pleasure! WinterWomen.com is so fun to work with — and generous in this giveaway, too! Good luck!
Jen Taylor says
Lovin the look of the Obermeyer down jacket, Kristin! Consider me entered!
braveskimom says
Yes Ma’am, you are!
Kelly Bowyer says
I have 4 dogs and they have to be exercised everyday so even if we aren’t xc skiing, I have to get out there with them. All these marvelous things would help me get out:)
braveskimom says
I love dogs and it’s so worthwhile to get them outside everyday! Good luck!
Melissa Worley says
Those jackets look so warm and look AMAZING!! Love all you do!! Thank you!!
braveskimom says
Oh, thank you Melissa! Good luck!
Susan Redwing says
Love it! I’d love to win this to go skiing with my 12 yr. old daughter who wants me to ski with her. I haven’t been on the slopes since being married & having 3 kids…22 yrs. I found out all my equipment is now obsolete…lol. So I’m working on re-buying everything. This would be awesome to win! I’ve always loved Obermeyer & just bought the cutest ski set for my daughter.
braveskimom says
Oh, that’s awesome that your daughter wants to ski with you! Enjoy every minute and good luck!
Shannon says
Love that down sweater! New reader and aspiring ski mom here, started following both Brave Ski Mom and Winter Women on FB and twitter. Keeping my fingers crossed!
braveskimom says
Hooray! Thanks for visiting and liking! You’re gonna love being a ski mom!
sandra says
Looks great!
braveskimom says
Thanks!
sandra says
I follow @braveskimom and @winterwomen on twitter almach56 at aol dot com
braveskimom says
You’re entered 2x! Cheers!
Bethany Stellpflug says
Love this post! Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂
braveskimom says
You bet! Good luck!
Ann Shirley says
These picks look really great! I especially love the winter boots! They look so comfy! The jackets look nice too! Perfect for spring skiing!
braveskimom says
I LOVE winter boots! Actually I love boots. I might love them as much as down sweaters!
Kelly D says
I love the down sweater. I follow you both on twitter(kellydpa)
braveskimom says
Thanks so much for the follows! You’re entered twice!
pinkghosta says
would love to win
amandahoffman35@yahoo.com
braveskimom says
Good luck Amanda!
Jessica says
That would be a great addition to my spring wardrobe! : )
braveskimom says
Cheers! Thanks for reading and commenting!
Kim says
I love the down sweater!!
braveskimom says
Best of luck! Thanks so much for leaving a comment!
Reece says
Love it!
braveskimom says
I love mine! Good luck!
Patricia Williams says
Great between season jacket. It would work beautifully for cool mornings and warmer afternoons. Thanks for keeping us in great fashion BraveSkiMom!!
braveskimom says
You are so welcome Patricia! Thanks to WinterWomen.com, too!
Alyson Savage says
Would be great for our April trip to Steamboat.
braveskimom says
It would be perfect for Steamboat! I actually skied there last night — it was a really nice temperature. Steamboat now has night skiing Friday, Saturdays and Sundays from 6-9 p.m. Don’t miss it!
Lisa says
Looks beautiful for skiing or walking the dog.
braveskimom says
Two excellent uses! Good luck!
Karen Casey says
I need it!
braveskimom says
Good luck!
June says
Oh that North Face Adele jacket would match my new Head Mya 6’s just perfectly! Enjoy the spring skiing! Are you going to be in Utah this March by chance? I’ll look for you on the chairlift!
braveskimom says
It’s ALL about matching your skis! 🙂 I’ve already skied 12 days in Utah, so probably not going back…but you never know! Where are you going? Would love to meet up on the chairlift!
Melissa Avery says
Great choices! Liked and followed you all Hoping I can build up my snow clothing wardrobe!
braveskimom says
Excellent! Thanks and good luck. You’re entered twice!
mermont84 says
What a fun bunch of jackets! Thank you for the great giveaway
braveskimom says
You bet! Thank you!
mermont84 says
I like both Brave Ski Mom and WinterWomen on Facebook
braveskimom says
Wonderful! You’re entered twice! Cheers!
Keara B. says
Love this jacket! It looks so warm and comfy… and I live in warm and comfy clothes. 🙂 I’ve really been enjoying your posts- I’m hoping to ski at some of the ski areas your featured in the near future!
Keara B. says
Oh, and I follow you and WinterWomen on Facebook. 🙂
Tara says
Love the down sweater!!! It would be perfect for my spring break ski trip!
braveskimom says
So true! Good luck!
Tara Lee says
Yes please!
braveskimom says
Okay! You’ve entered just in time! Good luck!