What to Wear in Courchevel: Slopes, La Folie Douce and Courchevel 1850 Nights

To dress for Courchevel 1850, pack sleek, warm skiwear for the Three Valleys, a statement look for a long lunch at an altitude party venue, and polished knitwear with faux fur for evenings in the village. For winter 2026/27, Perfect Moment fits the resort’s glossy mood well, with flared down jackets, colourful ski suits and star knits, all in our women’s ski suits and skiwear edits. If you are planning the evenings first, read our apres-ski outfit guide.

The Courchevel Mood

Courchevel is one of the most exclusive resorts in the Alps, with more than 20 five-star hotels and an international crowd that includes many visitors from the Gulf states. The first two weeks of January are the peak. Style on the slopes is polished: fitted jackets, clean colours and plenty of gloss. Off the slopes the mood is warm, cosy and glamorous rather than formal.

There is no resort dress code, and venues set their own expectations. Use the formulas below as a starting point, and check with a hotel and restaurant if you are booked somewhere special.

What to Wear Skiing in Courchevel

The groomed-run look

Courchevel’s pistes are long and well groomed, so this is a resort for a fitted, flattering ski outfit. The Polar Flare Down Jacket in Oyster Pink is the classic Perfect Moment choice, with 10K waterproof fabric, 700-fill-power Allied down and a cropped, flared shape. Pair it with a black flare ski pant and a slim knit underneath.

The one-piece

Ski suits suit Courchevel’s glossy mood, and they are warm on a cold January chairlift. Mackage’s Satory-GLO High-Gloss Down Ski Suit in Red is a high-shine option, and Fusalp’s Kira Ski Suit in Navy and Racing Red brings a retro racing stripe from a French house founded in Annecy. Our women’s ski suits guide compares the cuts.

Under the layers

A good base layer keeps you comfortable from the morning cold to a sunny afternoon. The Modal and Cashmere Blend Base Layer Top in Black is fitted, moisture-wicking and made in Portugal, with a zip neckline that looks neat when your jacket is open.

What to Wear to La Folie Douce

La Folie Douce Meribel-Courchevel is a mountain venue, reached on skis from the Courchevel side, and its lunch service comes with a live cabaret show before the apres bar takes over in the afternoon. You arrive in ski kit and you dance in ski kit, so the outfit is your skiwear with personality.

Choose colour and shine. The Metallic Polar Flare Down Jacket in Wine has the same technical spec as the classic Polar Flare, with a glossy finish that catches the light. Under it, wear a statement knit you are happy to show, such as the Star Dust Merino Wool Sweater in Oyster Pink. Keep it practical: you will ski home afterwards, so do not leave gloves, goggles and a helmet behind. Perfect Moment warns that its fine merino knits are delicate, so watch out for rough benches and tables.

What to Wear in the Evening in Courchevel 1850

Cosy chalet nights

Many Courchevel evenings start in a chalet. A knit set is the most comfortable smart option. The Chalet Merino Wool Cardigan in Burgundy has the brand’s Star Dust motif and a relaxed, cropped fit, and Perfect Moment designed it to go with the matching Chalet Merino Wool Knitted Pant.

Out in the village

For a walk to dinner, wear a fine knit, tailored trousers and a warm statement jacket. The Giorgia Faux Fur Cropped Jacket in Black is made in Italy, with lightweight insulation and elasticated wool cuffs. For more warmth, the Down Cropped Puffer Jacket in Snow White is also made in Italy, with 750-fill-power down. Finish with lined snow boots, because village paths are often icy, and change into other shoes inside if you wish.

Courchevel Outfit Planner

Packing for Courchevel From the UK and the UAE

A Courchevel week usually means a flight, a mountain transfer and then several days on snow, so pack light but versatile:

• One ski jacket and one ski pant, alternatively a ski suit, plus two base-layer sets.
• A statement knit and a fine turtleneck.
• One faux fur jacket and one down puffer for town.
• A knit set for chalet nights.
• Lined snow boots, goggles, sunglasses and high-SPF sunscreen.

Coming from a warm climate, prioritise the base layer. A modal and cashmere blend, merino and a wool-blend bodysuit are the warmest options in the Perfect Moment range, and our women’s ski base layers guide explains the differences. Perfect Moment sizes run XS to XL, which is UK 6 to 14, and the cuts are fitted, so check the Perfect Moment size guide before ordering.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I wear in Courchevel?

Wear fitted, insulated skiwear for the slopes, such as a down ski jacket with flared ski pants and a cashmere-blend base layer. For evenings, choose a fine knit, tailored trousers, a faux fur jacket and lined snow boots. The mood is polished and glamorous rather than formal.

Is there a dress code in Courchevel 1850?

There is no resort-wide dress code in Courchevel. Hotels, restaurants and clubs set their own expectations, so check with the venue if you are booked somewhere special. A polished ski outfit by day and smart knitwear by night covers most occasions.

What do you wear to La Folie Douce?

Most guests arrive at La Folie Douce on skis and stay in their ski outfit for the lunch show and apres bar. Choose a jacket with colour and shine and a statement knit underneath. Remember you will ski down afterwards, so keep your helmet, goggles and gloves with you.

Is Courchevel 1850 the same as Courchevel?

Yes. Since the 2011/12 season, the village long known as Courchevel 1850 has officially been called simply Courchevel. The other villages became Courchevel Moriond, Courchevel Village and Courchevel Le Praz. Many guides still use the old altitude names.

When is the busiest time in Courchevel?

The first two weeks of January are traditionally the peak season in Courchevel. Book hotels and restaurants well ahead for that period. January is often among the coldest months in the Alps, so pack your warmest layers.