The Telegraph Ski & Snowboard Show

The days are getting shorter and the nights are getting colder, which can only mean one thing…. the new snowboarding and skiing season is almost here! Continue Reading →

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Icebreaker Teams with Nature Artist

Icebreaker, the brand that brought merino wool to the world, has teamed up with British nature artist Simon Beck to create designs inspired by the outdoors. Beck is the first in Icebreaker’s ongoing global series with artists who respect and work in nature, using objects found in nature. Simon’s intricate, gigantic, awe-inspiring snow and sand drawings have been captured as designs on Icebreaker merino wool in a men’s and women’s collection for Fall/Winter 2014. A portion of the proceeds from the collection will support Icebreaker’s donation to Protect Our Winters, an environmental non-profit group dedicated to fighting climate change.

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“We were inspired to work with Simon because his sand and snow drawings leave no lasting impact on the environment,” Said Jeremy Moon, Founder and Creative Director of Icebreaker.

“And a British artist drawing a Merino sheep horn in the Alps of Switzerland was the perfect metaphor to convey my belief, that to tackle climate change we must work across borders in a true collaboration to fight for the future of the planet.”

The centerpiece design is an Icebreaker-inspired Merino ram’s horn, originally created on snow at Bachalp Lake in the Swiss Alps by Beck.

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“I love creating art, engraving it into nature and sharing it with people,” said Simon Beck. “Some people see me as a high-performance, high-precision snow artist. It’s a great way to exercise in the mountains and snow, and I can share my creations through photographs with people around the world.”

The collection is available from select outdoor and sports shops through out the UK.

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High Street Meets Outdoors

Craghoppers has combined high street style with outdoor tech wear with its Doveable jacket. Its about time that looking good did not have to come at the expense of being practical. The jackets is a full length parka  made with synthetic insulation, its paired with a Sherpa fleece lining and faux fur hood meaning it will keep you dry and warm as winter sets in.

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Splash Time

It’s been usually dry, but the Met Office has assured us that the rain will be coming, and we could do with it. The rivers are low and in Snowdonia many waterfalls have been reduced to trickles.  So, in anticipation of winter and the wetness that is to come here are the best of this season’s wellington boots.

Wellington boots, rain, winter, fashion

These handmade wellington boots are made from natural rubber and are sure to cause a splash. Sea Salt Cornwall, £50

Wellington boots, Colors of California, rain, winter

This riding style boot  it the stylish way to keep dry this winter. Colors of California, £95

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Canadian brand SOREL has brought out the Conquest, a boot that will get you through the rain and snow. SOREL, £100

Wellington Boots, Rain, Winter, Autumn

Made from nature rubber and handmade in France. The print on this wellington boot has been made in collaboration with Liberties of London. Quba & Co,  £120.

HOLKHAM COUNTRY BROWN £179

 

Known as a country boot rather than a welly this boot is made with waterproof waxy leather, it’s windproof  and has a breathable membrane through out. Taurus Footwear, £179.95.

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Hoodie Hug

Autumn seems to have arrived early this year, the berries are already out and the leaves are beginning to turn  red, gold and brown. So, the time has come to wrap up warm, and nothing is more cosy or heartwarming than a hoodie.

Hoodie, Animal, Cosy, Warm, Winter, Autumn, Fall
This Animal hoodie takes its inspiration from Native American art. £25,  www.animal.co.uk 

Quba CHARLEVILLE HOODIE £68
Nautical is the theme with this Charlieville hoodie from Quiba & Co. £68, www.quba.com

Hornblower Hoodie salt rock £55 Organic cotton
This hornblower hoodie, made from organic cotton from Sea Salt, is the perfect for cosying up by the fire to read a book. £55, www.seasaltcornwall.co.uk

Hoodie, Roxy, Warm, Autumn, Winter, Fashion
The creekside is a classic Roxy hoodie. Perfect for keeping warm post-surf. £85, www.roxy-uk.co.uk

Hoodie, Johnstons of Elgin, Warm, Fashion, cashmere
The luxury option. This cashmere reversible hoodie from Johnston of Elgin will set you back £595 but its super softness will keep you cosy and stylish epecally during the season.  www.johnstonscashmere.com

WESC
Tweet away with this pretty bird hoodie from WESC. £64.99, www.wesc.com

Mid-Heather--Womens-FItted-SUNDRiED-Hoody-03 £55.
Inspired by the beaches of Peru, SUNDRiED have created their products with the environment in mind, where possible they have used organic or recycled material. £55, www.sundried.com

Roxy, Warm, Hoodie, Autumn, Winter, Fashion, Outdoor, Surf
This gray Roxy hoodie will keep you toasty while braving the winter elements. Perfect for the pub. £50, www.roxy-uk.co.uk

 

 

 

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A Moroccan Winter

I inch my way towards the summit, head down, one foot shuffling in front of the other. The peak lies less than 50 metres away, but it feels like more than a mile. Breathing steadily to control my nausea, I curl my freezing fingers into tight fists inside my gloves and try to ignore my streaming nose. Continue Reading →

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Look After your Skin this Winter

Here are some tips to look after your skin this winter season. Continue Reading →

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Check Out our Pick of this Season’s Boards

Every time I go into an outdoor shop I always gravitate over to the snowboards, I love looking at the designs – it’s like looking at a cool mini art gallery. Check out our pick of this season’s boards.   Continue Reading →

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