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Since 1877, outdoor fixture Helly Hansen has pushed the boundaries of performance in rain, snow, and everything in between. Trusted and tested by professionals worldwide, from mountain guides and Arctic offshore roughnecks to search and rescue crews, the Norwegian brand has long leaned on cutting-edge innovation to handle the toughest conditions. For core skiers and riders, that translates to premium, technical gear built to perform lap after lap, day after day. And because winter doesn’t stop at the lodge, the lineup extends well beyond the resort, covering everything from base layers to beanies, mid-layers, and technical outerwear. Consider it a one-stop shop for staying warm and protected all season long.

Men’s Alpha LIFALOFT Insulated Ski Jacket ($570)

Men’s Alpha LIFALOFT Insulated Ski Jacket
Helly Hansen’s Men’s Alpha LIFALOFT Insulated Ski Jacket.

Helly Hansen has upgraded its iconic resort ski jacket with LIFALOFT insulation, making it lighter and warmer for deep-winter days. Built for skiers and riders alike, it has seam-sealed four-way stretch fabric, underarm vents for temperature control, a water-resistant DWR exterior, and a detachable powder skirt and helmet-compatible hood. The RECCO Advanced Rescue system adds a layer of safety, and the LIFE POCKET+ keeps your phone warm and comes with a goggle shammy.


Women’s Alphelia Lightweight Lifaloft Ski Jacket ($570)

Helly Hansen's Women’s Alphelia Lightweight Lifaloft Ski Jacket
Inside Helly Hansen’s Women’s Alphelia Lightweight Lifaloft Ski Jacket.

A go-to for everything on-piste, the Alphelia combines Lifa technology with Primaloft insulation for warmth, breathability, and light weight, in a stylish silhouette that works as well at après as it does in the alpine. Features include an adjustable powder skirt, ski pass pocket, underarm vents, a soft fleece chin guard, the RECCO Advanced Rescue system, a warm phone pocket, plus a chest pocket with a goggle wipe.

Women’s Legendary Insulated Ski Pants ($205)

Helly Hansen skiing
Women’s Legendary Insulated Ski Pants, built to go beyond the resort.

Helly Hansen’s resort pants are built for performance on the slopes. Helly Tech Performance with a DWR coating keeps them waterproof and breathable, while two-way stretch fabric delivers freedom of movement for bumps, deep powder, and more. PrimaLoft insulation provides warmth on lift rides, and zippered thigh vents let your legs breathe on the boot-pack up. Reinforcement along the bottom legs guards against scrapes and edge wear.

Men’s Legendary Insulated Ski Pants ($205)

Built with Helly Hansen’s athlete- and Arctic-tested Helly Tech Performance, these insulated pants are waterproof, breathable, and ready for all conditions, from corn-snow couloirs to face shots in deep powder. Two-way stretch fabric keeps you nimble on any terrain, PrimaLoft insulation keeps your legs warm while you wait to drop in, and thigh-vent zippers let you breathe on the climb.

Men’s Versalite Half-Zip Fleece ($100)

Versatility is key in the outdoors, and this half-zip mid-layer blends style with function. Its grid fleece locks in body heat and wicks moisture, and it’s quick-drying and stretchy for skiing, hiking, or a walk downtown. The half-zip with a high collar makes temperature control easy, and a chest pocket keeps small essentials handy. Go ahead and say it: “All I want for Christmas is my half-zip fleece.”

Women’s Versalite Half-Zip Fleece ($100)

Crisscross applesauce. Crafted from grid fleece, whose crisscross pattern traps warmth while wicking moisture, this lightweight, fast-drying, thermoregulating mid-layer is versatile enough for everyday wear: a day on the mountain or an outdoor yoga session. A half-zip makes temperature control easy, and a chest pocket holds essentials.

Men’s LIFA Merino Midweight Half-Zip Base Layer ($115)

Helly Hansen has you covered from head to mistletoe, offering the whole kit to keep you warm this winter. And as a foundation for any cold-weather activity, this base layer combines the natural warmth of 100% merino wool with the moisture management of Helly Hansen’s Lifa fiber tech in a two-layer construction. It’s built for high-output days on the hill and everything that comes after.


This article is sponsored by Helly Hansen.