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Top 5 Women's Ski Jackets

From Mike Doyle,
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A quality ski jacket is an essential in your ski gear. Because a jacket will keep you warm and shield you from the cold winter weather, a quality jacket is a key component in making your ski day an enjoyable one. Women's ski jackets come in various styles, and can be both functional and fashion-forward.

The following, in alphabetical order, are my top picks for women's ski jackets.

1. Fera Natalie

The Fera Natalie is a high-quality, high-performance ski jacket. With feminine tailoring that is both flattering and functional in the way that it allows optimal movement, it will keep you warm on the slopes - it has premium insulation and it's waterproof, breathable, and has sealed seams. Also, the Natalie has great features like goggle and pass pockets and an adjustable powderskirt (just to name a few). This jacket's performance matches it's great fit and stylish look.

2. Lands' End Outerwear

Lands' End has countless outerwear options for women. Whether you're looking for solid basics or a more high-tech jacket, you can find it at Lands' End. Even better, you know it's quality, and you'll find it for a reasonable price, too. Favorites include the 3-in-1 Jacket that has excellent versatility for a great price.

3. Mountain Hardwear Confluence Jacket

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The Mountain Hardwear Confluence Jacket is a versatile parka that's completely weatherproof. With reinforcements for added protection, this ski jacket has a high-tech "laminate membrane" that seals out moisture and cold air and keeps you warm. A powder skirt and drawstring are yet another barrier against the elements.
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4. The North Face Women's Flash Ski Jacket

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The North Face Women's "Flash" is a North Face Summit Series jacket, meaning that it's designed to withstand the harshest temperatures. With 850 fill goose down, this jacket is extremely warm, but at the same time, it's unbelievably lightweight and compact. With a flattering fit, not only is this jacket ultra-modern and hip, but it'll keep you warm, allow you to move, and feel great on the slopes!
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5. The North Face Gotham Jacket

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With a hip, urban look, The North Face Gotham Jacket can carry you from the slopes to the apres-ski scene. Available in a variety of colors, the Gotham jacket is more than just a cool jacket. Insulated but still light weight and breathable, be prepared for complete and constant protection against the elements.
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