Advnture Verdict
These pastel-pretty ski pants, made from recycled bottles, are snowproof and comfy enough to wear from first lift to last lift on your next resort holiday.
Pros
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Great looks and fit
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Fully snowproof
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Lovely warm fleece-lined rear
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Recycled materials
Cons
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Slim cut and colors may not suit everyone
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Curvier skiers may need to size up
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OOSC 1080: first impressions
The OOSC 1080 comes from a collection defined by its bright colors, funky patterns and general sense of fun. The 1080 ski pant, available in a range of pastel colorways, is no exception – so if you fancy standing out in the snow, then these might be for you.
These pants may stand out for being pretty, but they still mean business in the snow, with 10,000mm of waterproofing and taped seams to keep water at bay from first lift to last lift.
But how did they fare on test for our best women’s ski pants buying guide? Read on…
• RRP: $233 (US) / £175 (UK)
• Waterproofing: Recycled polyester (10,000mm HH)
• Insulation: Yes
• Sizes: XS / S / M / L / XL
• Colors: Pink / Lilac / Mint / Black / Peach / Leopard Print
• Compatibility: Style-focussed skiers will love these sustainable pants for resort skiing
OOSC 1080: on the slopes
On test we loved the fit of these ski pants. They sit high at the waist (adjustable with Velcro) and are on the slim side without looking too figure-hugging, but still offer good flexibility of movement at the hips and knees. They feature what OOSC proudly call a “comfy bum” lined with fleece (great for sitting on long gondolas or for stopping for an alfresco snow picnic).
The outer material feels tough and durable enough to last, and these pants are also fully recycled from plastic bottles for extra eco points (check out some other eco-friendly outdoor brands).
If you want to go matchy-matchy, OOSC sell color-coordinating jackets and base layers, although the lighter shades will need more care to keep them from looking dirty than the black versions.
These pants do fit snugly, and curvy women may need to go for a size up, but the adjustable waist of the 1080 pants means that you’ll still get a good snug fit around your hips and waist if you do.
