A perfect alternative to waterproof trousers which simply won’t work when you’re wearing a skirt, the Georgia in Dublin Rainwrap (€49.99), which is designed a little like an apron……

With Leggits (RRP: €39.99), there is no more need to ditch those lovely suede numbers in favour of sensible shoes when you are on the bike.

The Helly Hansen Freeze half zip base layer (€65) is a godsend for any woman that feels the cold.

Combining cosiness and fashion, Sorel Joan of Arctic boots (€135) have a seam-sealed suede upper that will keep your feet protected from whatever weather gets thrown at them this winter.

The Columbia Lafayette Street* *(€198)* *is a parka-style jacket from Columbia which combines urban chic and mountain style into a bit of kit that’s equally as at home on the ski slopes or the city’s street.

Inspired by the girlish allure of 1940s fashion, the Hayworth Jacket (€250) strikes the perfect balance between fashion and weather-proof innovation.

The Apollo (€49.90) is a bright, soup-can sized lantern with foldable legs that is perfect for lighting all your nighttime camping activities such as cooking or playing cards.

When it comes to bedding down in a tent, having a good camping mattress can be the difference between an excellent night’s sleep or one spent wriggling and jiggling trying to get comfortable or warm

For all the wannabe surfers out there who don’t get to out as often as they’d like so are frustrated by their progress, here’s a piece of kit to work your surfing muscles even on dry land and have fun to boot.

This wetsuit is only available from one Californian store and takes months to order but the Patagonia R3 Wetsuit ($510/€349) is worth the wait if you’re a wave lover but a cold hater.