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. Thanks to Omni-Tech, this jacket is waterproof and breathable so is ideal for high-octane winter sports. It has a great powder skirt in case you’re dropping into steep and deep powder but this can be clipped to the lining when you’re out and about in town. However, what may just win you over is the faux fur trim on the hood (easily removable), the chunky rib trims and the richly textured herringbone material. Columbia products are available from Great Outdoors, Dublin 2; 53 Degrees North, Carrickmines and Blanchardstown; Snow+Rock, Dundrum
