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Top Women's Ski Pants

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Ski pants are necessary to keep you warm and comfortable on the slopes, but you don't need to sacrifice fashion for function. Women's ski pants come in a variety of flattering styles that are in vogue, but will always shield your legs from the elements. Here is a list of women's ski pants that are both fashionable and functional.

Arcteryx Women's Alpha LT Pants

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The Arcteryx Women's Alpha LT Pant performs at the highest levels and offers advanced protection against the elements. In these ski pants, you won't feel cold air, rain, or snow. Convenient features like a side zip means quick changing. Also, these ski pants have removable suspenders. These ski pants are durable and of the highest quality.
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Fera Queenie

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The Fera Queenie ski pant is a low rise contemporary fit. Available in black or chalk, the V-shaped waistband with doublebelt loops and streamlined cargo pockets adds up to a design classic. But the Powder cuff with Lycra insert and inner thigh ventilation makes it right at home off-piste or in the park. Combine it with the Fera Dakota parka and you'll be cover girl ready carving high above Lake Tahoe or strolling on Main Street in Aspen.

The North Face Cirque Ski Pants

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The North Face Cirque Ski Pant are comfortable and they will keep you warm during your entire ski day! Insulated with a waterproof shell, these ski pants have hand pockets, but cargo pockets can store your gear, too. With a lifetime warranty, these pants are good, solid ski pants from North Face.
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Outdoor Research Women's Igneo Pants

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The Igneo women's pants carries all the features of the men's issue and with a relaxed fit, articulated knees and belted waist. Warm and easily ventilated with fully taped seams, the Igneo has two zippered hand pockets - one with beacon pocket with key-clip attachment. Available in a cool plum color - OR function finds a bit of fashion in the sidecountry without any pretension and ready to shred.
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Patagonia Women's Powder Bowl Pants

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Patagonia Powder Bowl Pants have a 2-layer polyester shell that's bonded to a GORE-TEX® membrane using GORE-TEX® Performance Shell technology and a DWR (durable water repellent) finish for the highest level of waterproof/breathable performance available.
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Salomon Snowtrip Ski Pant

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The Salomon Snowtrip Ski Pant are softshell pants with a sleek silhouette, but you aren't sacrificing any function for fashion. Special fabric makes these softshell pants completely waterproof, but they're breathable, too. An internal waist band adjustment makes for the optimal fit, and extra features like snow gaiters keep the powder out and scuff guards that make these pants a long lasting investment.
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The North Face Women's Freedom Insulated Ski Pants

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The North Face Women's Freedom Insulated Ski Pants are insulated, but vents will make sure you don't overheat. Articulated knees insure optimal flexibility, and the prime construction of the ski pant will make sure that there's no bulky bunching around your knees. Available in a variety of different colors, from basic black to an ivory my daughter is rather fond of these North Face ski pants. They will fit you well and keep you warm on the slopes.
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Skea Fleece-Backed Class Ski Pants

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You can't go wrong with the classic black ski pant - they'll match any jacket and will keep you warm through the entire ski season. That's why the Skea Fleece-Backed Class Ski Pants are a great buy. Very versatile, these ski pants will keep you warm. Made out of tough fabric, these ski pants are durable, so they'll last you a long time.
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