The ultimate après-ski closet
A lifestyle label for a new age, cult brand Brunello Cucinelli’s faultless pieces have designs on your closet. This season, the Italian house has created a capsule collection full of sumptuous woollen separates – promising to take your après-ski look to another level – exclusively for Net-A-Porter
Whether you’re hitting the slopes in St Moritz, Aspen or Hakuba to get your fix of fresh mountain air and soft, powdered snow, every seasoned skier (and discerning dresser) knows that your off-piste attire is a crucial part of your cold-weather closet. In fact, if curling up by the fire in chocolate-box chalet is more your style, a strong après-ski look is truly essential.
While conditions in the mountain can be as challenging as they are idyllic – think sub-zero temperatures and slippery snow – pack smart and you’ll be ready for all manner of occasions. Enter Brunello Cucinelli’s simply chic après-ski capsule. The eponymous label, established in 1978, was initially inspired by Cucinelli’s desire to see cashmere and woollen design elevated to a true art form. Swaddle yourself in one of the brand’s sumptuous blanket coats or cozy knits and you’ll be in no doubt that he’s achieved just that. The quality of every piece Cucinelli puts his name to is second to none, making him one of the most beloved designers working today. Over the years, the fashion house has come to answer the myriad needs of a modern woman. However, given Cucinelli's devotion to woollen fabrics and exquisitely crafted pieces, the designer is particularly well-placed to add a touch of refinement to your cold-weather closet.
“No piece is more effortless yet impactful than Brunello Cucinelli’s timeless blanket coat
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Lounging in your cabin after a long day careering down the ski runs? Look no further than Brunello Cucinelli’s cashmere jumpsuit for the ultimate in laidback luxury. Gently cinched at the waist to create feminine definition, this statement piece might look amazing but we can assure you it feels even better. If it’s a day of shopping on the agenda, opt for an outfit that is as practical as it is polished. Let corduroy pants imbue your look with old-world elegance, but ensure to go for a cropped cut to stop the snow from seeping in. Paired with a seconds-skin rollneck worn under a chunky cable-knit sweater – remember, layering is the easiest way to get the best of changeable Alpine weather – and finish with chunky hiking boots for sophisticated yet insouciant ensemble.
Hoping to add finesse to your existing closet? No piece is more effortless yet impactful than Brunello Cucinelli’s timeless blanket coat. A bona fide classic as it is, the brand has raised the bar by making its outerwear totally reversible, guaranteeing that you can get maximum style mileage from this forever piece. A fool-proof way to add finesse to the most humble of daytime outfits and the perfect after-dark accompaniment to a silk slip or velvet suiting, it’s sure to become a closet staple.
A large part of Brunello Cucinelli’s appeal is the brand’s deft ability to produce enduring designs that answer the needs of real life without sacrificing on style, and this après-ski capsule is no exception. On that note, better get your travel agent on the phone…