Ski jackets for women, worn in town: Rino & Pelle's faux fur and padded hoods
A ski jacket for women no longer has to wait for a trip to the Alps. Rino & Pelle's Vanesa is the one we would wear to Wetherby market on a frosty Saturday: long faux fur across the body, padded sleeves and a deep hood, all in a rich dark brown. The Dutch label has made outerwear since 1987, and this winter its ski shapes look just as right in town as on the snow.
At a glance:
- Vanesa is a short, boxy faux fur ski jacket with a padded hood and thumbhole cuffs.
- Sharina is a belted puffer in gunmetal bronze, with a soft metallic shine.
- Zendaya is a long padded coat in dark navy for the coldest walks.
- Pompom hats and faux fur scarves finish all three.
- The faux fur ski jacket
- How to wear a ski jacket in town
- When you want something longer
- Pompom hats and faux fur scarves
The faux fur ski jacket
Long-pile faux fur covers the front and back of Vanesa, while the sleeves and hood are smooth and padded in the same dark brown. It zips up to a high funnel neck, and knitted inner cuffs with thumbholes keep the wind off your wrists. A ribbed hem stops it at the waist, so it looks neat over trousers and jeans.
Next to it in the shop is Sharina, which takes a different route to warmth. Wide quilted channels in a gunmetal bronze finish catch the light, and a matching quilted belt pulls the shape in at the waist. A generous hood sits over a high collar with drawcords. We only have a few sizes left in Sharina, so ring the shop if it catches your eye.
How to wear a ski jacket in town
The trick is to keep the rest of the outfit sleek, so the jacket reads as a choice rather than sportswear. These are the pairings we reach for:
- A cream roll neck and dark jeans under Vanesa, with brown suede boots.
- Slim black trousers and snow boots under Sharina, so the bronze does the talking.
- A fine knit and wide trousers for lunch, with the hood down and a silk scarf at the neck.
- A pompom hat in a single bright colour on the coldest mornings.
Both jackets are short, which keeps them easy over wide or straight trousers. The boxy cut of Vanesa leaves room for a chunky knit underneath, while Sharina's belt gives you a waist even with a jumper on.
When you want something longer
For dog walks and long days outside, a coat that covers past the hip makes all the difference. Zendaya is properly padded in a deep dark navy, with chevron quilting that keeps it sleek and a drawstring hood that pulls in against the wind. Deep side pockets take gloves or a phone.
Hudson is the warm brown alternative, in mocha latte with a tall funnel collar trimmed in faux fur. The collar detaches, so the coat carries on working once the weather turns milder.
Pompom hats and faux fur scarves
A pompom hat turns any of these into a winter outfit. Kevina comes in a deep fudge red with a detachable faux fur pompom, and the Otus scarf in the same red wraps twice with fringed ends. Worn together over a dark brown or navy coat, they give you one bright note and nothing else needed.
For a softer look, Nancy is a cable knit beanie lined with fleece, in a toffee grey that suits almost every coat. Pair it with the Banu wrap in mocha latte, a faux fur stole that fastens with a hidden magnet and sits like a collar over your coat.
Everything here is in the shop in Wetherby and in our Rino & Pelle collection online, alongside the rest of our coats. Our earlier post on Rino & Pelle's faux fur jackets covers the Goja and the teddy fleeces. Call us on 01937 585429 and we can check a size for you.
Frequently asked questions
Can you wear a ski jacket for women every day?
Yes, and a short one is the easiest place to start. Keep everything else sleek, such as dark jeans, slim trousers or a fine knit, and the jacket looks like a deliberate choice rather than something for the slopes. Rino & Pelle's Vanesa works especially well in town because the faux fur body softens the sporty shape. Add leather boots rather than trainers and it suits a lunch out just as well as a cold walk.
How do Rino & Pelle jackets fit?
Rino & Pelle labels carry European sizes and we list UK sizes online, so a UK 10 is an EU 38. Vanesa is boxy and waist length, with room for a chunky knit underneath. Sharina is belted and finishes at the hip, while Zendaya and Hudson are longline padded coats. If you are between sizes, ring us on 01937 585429 and we will tell you how a particular style sits.
How do you wash a ski jacket?
Always start with the care label inside, because padded and faux fur jackets vary. As a general rule, close every zip and fastening, use a gentle cool cycle with a mild detergent and skip the fabric conditioner. Dry it flat or on a low setting so the padding keeps its loft, and shake it out as it dries. Faux fur panels are best spot cleaned between washes.
What hat goes with a ski jacket?
A knitted pompom hat is the classic match. Choose one colour and keep it to the hat and scarf, so a deep red Kevina hat with the matching Otus scarf over a brown or navy jacket. For a quieter look, a toffee grey cable knit beanie like Nancy sits with almost any coat. A faux fur pompom adds texture that echoes a faux fur jacket nicely.
Where can I buy Rino & Pelle in the UK?
We stock Rino & Pelle at Olivia Grace, our boutique at 23 Market Place in Wetherby, West Yorkshire, and in our Rino & Pelle collection online. The range we hand-pick each season covers coats, jackets, knitwear, hats and scarves. Call our team on 01937 585429 if you would like help choosing a size or a style.
Written by Jackie
Jackie is the owner of Olivia Grace in Wetherby, where she hand-picks every piece from European collections. She has spent years helping customers find clothes that actually get worn.
