Whether you’re going to a resort or heading to the backcountry, a great ski jacket is vital for athletes and amateurs when skiing is on the agenda. Being a hiking specialist, Columbia is known for our hiking jacket women’s collection. However, our collection of ski jackets for women is equally filled with fantastic athletic jackets that provide a great fit when it’s time to hit the slopes instead of the trail.

Stay warm on the slopes in one of our women’s ski jackets

For those chilly days of hitting the slopes, Columbia’s padded and insulated ski jackets are packed with all the ski features you need when you’re tackling the snow.

Our winter sports jackets come in a variety of designs and colours. Some come in lighter versions, making ski coats and jackets practical and easy to store and transport. Just roll it up and throw it in one of your bags with the rest of your items. When you’re heading on a ski holiday with your friends, there are many things to pack into your backpacks–Ski gear, clothes, gloves and other items you need to have for a sporty party on the slopes.

Our ski jackets are equipped with other important features for skiing. A few of the features are underarm ventilation, a chin guard, adjustable cuffs, hems and hoods. Stay comfortable all day long, enjoying the flexible stretch of your ski jacket. You’ll also find that your jacket is equipped with multiple pockets, such as a pocket for your goggles and ski pass. Finally, an essential feature is the powder skirt, also known as a snow skirt, which keeps snow from going up your jacket.

Naturally, our ski jackets also have the important quality of being waterproof. Many brands describe their outerwear’s waterproofness in difficult, technical terms. We prefer to use easy-to-understand categories for our clothing:

• Drizzle: Ski jackets which resist moisture absorption with repellency that lasts.
• Rain: Ski jackets made from waterproof fabric with sealed exposed seams.
• Downpour: Ski jackets with sealed seams and air-permeable waterproof protection.

Columbia’s Omni-Tech™ & Omni-Shield™ waterproof technology

When you’re skiing, staying dry goes hand in hand with staying warm. Fortunately, when you get a waterproof jacket from Columbia, it’s equipped with our patented waterproof technologies, Omni-Tech™.

Omni-Tech™ delivers water-defying versatility, with layers of waterproof protection. Your waterproof ski jacket will also be made of breathable materials, letting excess heat and moisture escape. That means you can stay dry inside and out, no matter what fitness challenge you’re tackling.

Columbia’s Omni-Heat™ insulation technology

When you’re heading up a mountain, you want maximum comfort in the cold. Our advanced and patented thermal-reflective technology has you covered, no matter how small or large an outdoor challenge you’re taking on. The tech reflects body heat, helping you stay warm and toasty on the slopes. This insulating technology is integrated within our collection of ski jackets.

Columbia’s reflective technologies include Omni-Heat™ Infinity, Omni-Heat™ Black Dot, Omni-Heat™ 3D and Omni-Heat™ Reflective. Tiny gold dots, black dots, silver reflectors and silver dots are utilised in the tech for heat retention.

For real outdoor enthusiasts, however, heat is not enough. You won’t enjoy your ski adventure for long if your ski jacket is unbearably stuffy and not breathable. That’s why ski jackets women collection with Omni-Heat™ tech have high breathability and comfort. Next-to-skin comfort is ensured, as small pods of soft fibre in the jacket create a comfy air gap between the lining and your body. Because the jackets provide lightweight warmth, you can skip wearing more layers than necessary as you ski.

Which women’s ski jacket will suit you best?

No matter what colour slope you’re tackling, a jacket that will keep you warm and dry is a must. To find the ideal ski jacket for you, don’t settle for the first model you find in stores. When it comes to the look, use the filters on this page to browse through our wide range of colours and patterns. You’ll find more sober colour shades, such as black, grey, white or marionberry. Or if you prefer flashier shades that will make you stand out against the white, you can opt for colours such as wild fuchsia, red lily, blue chill, neon sunrise and bold orange.

Choose a ski jacket based on features that are important to you, and depending on the weather conditions you’ll face up on the mountain. Our collection of women’s ski jackets includes shell ski jackets, jackets with synthetic insulation and RDS-certified down jackets, all with cosy and protective hoods. Kit yourself up in a Columbia ski jacket and get ready for new adventures and experiences.

Keep discovering our new women’s collection and the many categories of women’s jackets that Columbia offers:

• women’s puffer jacket
• women’s parka coat
• women’s waterproof jacket
• women’s coats
• quilted puffer jacket women's
• black puffer jacket women’s
• women’s body warmer
• lightweight puffer jacket women
• women’s puffer jacket with hood
• quilted jacket women’s
• women's parka with hood
• women's 3 in 1 jacket
• long puffer jacket women
• women’s walking jacket
• women’s windbreaker jacket
• softshell women's jacket
• women’s casual jackets

And don’t forget to check out our men’s puffer jacket collection to explore our line of insulated men’s jackets.

FAQs

What is the best women’s ski jacket?

The best ski jackets for women are those that give you confidence and make you feel your best while keeping you warm, dry and comfortable. Fortunately, Columbia offers a fantastic selection of ski jackets for women that come in different colours and styles, so everyone is bound to find the perfect one for them.

Couple your ski jacket with a pair of our women’s winter boots for the perfect cold-weather combination!

What is the difference between a snow jacket and a ski jacket?

Ski jackets tend to provide a snugger fit, so you can move more easily while skiing. Ski jackets also offer more breathability because the wearer is more likely to work up a sweat while skiing. Ski jackets are also typically equipped with a snow skirt and multiple pockets.

Snow jackets tend to focus on insulation to keep you warm during the cold winter months and have a more casual, relaxed fit.

Which brand is good for ski jackets?

When purchasing a ski jacket, opt for a brand that has experience creating practical, comfortable and stylish outerwear. For over 80 years, Columbia has been doing just that. We’re confident that when you purchase a ski jacket or any jacket from our collection of women’s coats or men’s jackets, you are getting the best there is.