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You’ve booked a dream winter getaway, but what do you wear to stay warm? Here’s how to choose the perfect plus-size long winter jacket for travel, no matter what adventures you have in store.

Why our online plus size snow and outdoor shop (now IN STORE IN MELBOURNE) is better than your local outdoor store for plus size clothing so you can find the best fitting jacket, pants and layers. We’re a unique specialist plus-size-only shop with customised personal fitting and ‘check please’ services., How-to guides & information galore, all in the privacy of your own home with exceptional online buying support.

Ski pants can be long in length and bunched up a bit as per the picture (they should have a bit of length on them, and at least rest on your feet when wearing without shoes) or even a bit more as pictured.

Considering Plus Size Softshell Pants? You've found some pants you love the sound of, and the look of, but now you don't know how you're going to choose from what’s on offer.. Plus Size, Snow and Choice don't normally go together but since we have all that covered, we thought you might like a comparison between the softshell styles we have on offer.

Hiking is a fantastic way for people of all shapes and sizes to connect with nature, improve health, and have fun. However, plus-size hikers face some unique challenges.

As a company specialising in plus-size outdoor clothing, we understand the dreams and desires of adventurers looking to explore the remote and enchanting landscapes and wildlife of Antarctica. Our team works with many customers embarking on plans for such an exotic and awe-inspiring place.

We’re often questioned about how long your thermals should be when purchasing a pair of our plus-size thermal leggings. And really, how long is a piece of string? How tall are you? How long are your legs? How wide are your calves? And what other activities will you be wearing your thermals for? All these will be important questions to ask yourself.

As part of our Meet Our Ambassadors series, we’re thrilled to introduce you to Iya Thomas. Iya is the founder of Shapely Events, a body positivity content creator, and a keen skier and lover of all things winter.

We surveyed over 1000 plus-size skiers and outdoor enthusiasts, and this is what they told us.

Olivia had a dream winter ski vacation planned with her family. But the dream nearly became a nightmare when she couldn’t find ski gear to fit. A true(ish) fairytale for plus-size skiers and travellers.

Outerwear is often referred to as 'technical' for a reason. The gear you wear in the outdoors is designed to perform very specific functions in very specific environments, with the goal of keeping you warm, dry and comfortable.

A former olympic hopeful gained 150lb when she stopped competing. This is her story of defying stereotypes and proving you can be an athlete at any size.

If you’re heading to a cold and snowy climate, it can be hard to know what to wear, especially if you’re a plus-size person. Here’s how to stay warm when you’re skiing, hiking, or traveling in the cold this winter.

WHY is it so hard to find ski pants for plus-size women and men? It doesn’t have to be! We take the pain out of knowing how to find the perfect plus size snow pants that will actually fit your body

Finally! The ultimate buying guide to deciphering all our plus-size snow pants on offer. To answer your question of “What pants should I buy?” Whether you’re pear-shaped, apple-shaped, or curvy all over, we break down our styles so you can finally find the best plus-size snow pants for your body shape.

Buying high quality ski and snowboard gloves often means you're buying a product of quality. Leather has many pros when used in ski gloves and mittens but it also requires some maintenance to keep it performing as it designed.

As a plus-size woman with wide calves, it can feel overwhelming to find ski boots that fit well and keep you safe. Explore the ways to find the best ski boots for your shape, whether you’re looking to buy your own ski boots or find the right rentals as a beginner skier.

Want to join in on some plus size travel joy? Kerrie shares her fun, arctic adventure happy snaps with us, while wearing her Raiski Gerdi jacket travelling through Iceland, Norway and Sweden last year. We get so inspired by all the wonderful and exotic winter destinations and winter fun, we thought you'd like to share in Kerrie's adventure to get inspired too.

Plus size outdoor adventurer and style queen @Katieparrott reviews some plus size outdoor clothing from Plus Outdoor (and Plus Snow) for hiking and spending time outdoors in technical clothing. Here's what worked for her and what didn't in her open and honest review.

When choosing gloves you need to determine each person's needs. For children, mittens are the best option. For very young children there are mittens that have a zip in them which makes it so much easier for the child to get them on and off.