| Skiing was once considered the sport of the rich and | | | | time of year and the altitude you are skiing at. |
| famous but in recent years more and more people | | | | Just because your clothing needs to be practical, you |
| from all walks of life are holidaying in the Alps, | | | | can still look stylish on the slopes. Bright colours are |
| Scandinavia and USA. It is still an expensive holiday, | | | | advisable so that you are always visible. You may |
| particularly for families with children but what could be | | | | find some locals wearing white which can look very |
| better than fresh air, exercise, exhilaration and | | | | glamorous "off piste" but can make you invisible on |
| beautiful scenery! | | | | the snow. |
| If you have never skied before and are planning a | | | | There are a variety of different styles that come |
| trip this winter, there are a few things to consider. It | | | | and go in fashion. Most people wear salopets |
| is worth visiting a dry ski slope and having some | | | | (trousers with braces to keep the snow out) and ski |
| instruction before you go. Although dry skiing is very | | | | jackets or all-in-one suits. When you visit a ski shop |
| different from "the real thing", it will give you a head | | | | there will be a huge choice of colour, so there will be |
| start. | | | | no excuse for wearing a colour that doesn't suit you! |
| Travel insurance is essential. Most people, who ski, | | | | If you tell the shop assistant where you are going |
| come home with only a few bumps and bruises but | | | | and when, they should be able to advise you on the |
| accidents do happen and it is important that you are | | | | "tog" value you will need and point you in the right |
| able to get home as quickly and as comfortably as | | | | direction. |
| possible, if a limb is broken. | | | | Don't forget gloves, hat, sun cream and sunglasses. |
| Buying the right clothing is also very important. Ski | | | | Again sunglasses are a matter of taste and an image |
| wear is much more affordable now and it is possible | | | | consultant can help you choose a style that suits |
| to find quality without spending a fortune. It is | | | | your face shape, but make sure that they are UVB |
| however, vital that you have clothing that is | | | | and UVA protective. The sun is much hotter and |
| waterproof and warm and the thermal value you will | | | | more damaging as it reflects off the snow, so |
| need for your clothing may vary depending on the | | | | protecting your eyes is essential. |