Stylish Snow Pants: They DO Exist!

Who here remembers their childhood snowpants? As a child of the '80s, I had a pair in pastel pink and in lavender (you know, to match my "My Little Pony" moon boots), and they were hugely bulky. Well, women's technical outerwear has come a long way, baby, and if you're hoping to ski or snowboard in style this season, you've got loads of options.

Marmot makes a great snow pant, and fit beauties will adore their Women's Voltage Insulated Pant ($185), particularly in the Deep Blue. The ombré shading is hot, but it's the tech behind the fabric and internal gaiters that will keep you toasty warm (especially if you pair it with the Cody Bowl Jacket!).

If your style leans more toward sophisticated, you're going to be all over the Columbia Bacall Pant in Black Stripe ($150). They're sleek, or at least as sleek as snow pants are ever going to get, and while the stripes add some subtle funkiness to the design, you can still pair them with a simple jacket and keep the look low-key.

Because I'm still not over purple (Hey, who is? Purple is hot this year!), I'm loving the loose-fitting Oakley Profile Light Pant in Helio Purple ($200). As part of the Gretchen Bleiler Collection, you know they have to perform -- she's not going to put her name on anything sub-par. Though, I'll be truthful -- the faux pockets and GB lion at the lower leg are the details that have me sold.

For a pattern with a bit of punch, try The North Face Women's Freedom Insulated LRBC Print Pant ($169). I'm digging the Snow White, but have to admit that the Weimaraner Brown is pretty rad, too. This company has long been known for quality winter apparel, and with this style, you not only get textile technology that keeps you warm at 13,000 feet, but also handy cargo pockets and a superb athletic fit.

And, because sometimes, a girl just wants to stand out, I'd be remiss if I didn't point out the Arc'teryx Scarabee Pant in Volcano ($399). The GOR-TEX fabric will keep you warm and dry while the bold red color is sure to draw the eye of that sexy ski instructor while you're shredding the snow.

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