Kids' Ski Wear
Children's ski wear is the most compliance-heavy garment in an outdoor range. Beyond the waterproof rating and the insulation, a kids' ski jacket has to satisfy cord and drawstring safety rules, chemical limits for children's products, and a fit that accommodates growth without looking oversized. We build kids' ski jackets, pants and one-piece suits from 400 pcs per colour, with grow-cuff systems and EN 14682-compliant design as standard.
Kids' ski styles we produce
Covering the core of a children's ski range, from toddlers to teenagers.
Kids' ski jacket
Insulated jacket with grow-cuff system, snow skirt and reflective detail.
Kids' ski pants
Bib or waist pant with reinforced seat and knee, adjustable straps or waist.
Kids' ski suit
One-piece suit for toddlers, with a two-way or long diagonal zip.
Kids' ski shell
Uninsulated shell for layering in milder conditions or resort spring.
Kids' ski midlayer
Fleece or light insulated layer designed to sit under the jacket.
Kids' ski accessories
Matching mittens, neck gaiters and hat sets on the same colour standard.
Kids' compliance: what actually applies
This is where children's outerwear programmes fail. Four sets of rules, depending on where you sell.
| EN 14682 (EU) | Safety of children's clothing cords and drawstrings. No cords in the hood or neck area on young children; limits on waist and hem cords. |
|---|---|
| CPSIA (US) | Lead and phthalate limits, plus tracking labels on children's products. |
| REACH (EU) | Restricted substances, with tighter limits applying to children's articles for some entries. |
| EN ISO 20471 | Only if the garment is sold as high-visibility; a separate certification from general children's safety. |
| General Product Safety | The EU GPSR now requires traceability and a responsible economic operator for children's goods. |
How we design around it
- Hoods are designed without drawcords; volume adjustment uses elastic or concealed systems
- Waist and hem cords, where used, are fixed and within length limits
- All trims are sourced against children's-product chemical limits, not general limits
- Small parts — snaps, toggles, zip pulls — are specified and pull-tested for the age group
- We flag any design element that would fail EN 14682 before sampling, not after
Fit, growth and the grow-cuff system
Parents buy kids' ski wear to last more than one season. Two features do most of that work.
Grow cuffs
A grow-cuff is an internal sleeve and leg extension that can be released as the child grows, typically adding 3-5 cm of length. It is inexpensive to add and it is the single feature parents look for in a mid-range kids' ski jacket. We can build it into sleeves, leg hems, or both.
Ease without bulk
Kids' ski patterns need enough ease to layer a fleece and to allow for a growth spurt, but not so much that the garment looks oversized — which is the main reason a child refuses to wear it. We grade kids' blocks separately from adult ones, with different proportion rules at each age band rather than a linear scale.
- Size runs from 2 to 16, graded by age band rather than scaled from adult
- Grow-cuff at sleeve and leg, releasing 3-5 cm
- Reflective detail placed for low-light resort visibility
- Reinforced seat, knee and cuff — the three areas that fail first
Fabric and construction
| Shell | Polyester or polyamide, 75D-150D, PFAS-free C0 DWR |
|---|---|
| Membrane | TPU; 2L construction typical for kids' ranges |
| Ratings | 10K/10K standard, 15K/15K for premium ranges |
| Insulation | Synthetic 100-200 g/m² — synthetic is standard for kids' ranges |
| Seam sealing | Taped on all waterproof styles |
| Lining | Taffeta or brushed tricot, printed linings popular for kids |
| Reinforcement | Seat, knee and cuff panels |
| Recycled | GRS-certified recycled polyester available |
We recommend synthetic fill over down for children's ranges. Down loses loft when wet, and children's skiwear gets wet — from snow, from falls and from the washing machine. Synthetic also survives repeated washing better, which matters for a garment expected to last two seasons.
MOQ, sampling and lead times
| MOQ | 400 pcs per colour, sizes mixed within the colour |
|---|---|
| Sampling | 7-10 days in stock fabric, 15-20 days if fabric must be sourced |
| Compliance check | Design reviewed against EN 14682 and CPSIA before sampling |
| Bulk lead time | 35-55 days after PP approval |
| Quote turnaround | Within 24 hours |
Questions buyers ask
What is the MOQ for custom kids' ski wear?
400 pcs per colour with sizes mixed within that colour. Across a size run of 2-16 that is roughly 40-50 pieces per size.
Do you check designs against EN 14682?
Yes. We review cord and drawstring design against EN 14682 before sampling and flag anything that would fail, rather than discovering it at testing.
Can you supply to the US market?
Yes. We work to CPSIA requirements including lead and phthalate limits and tracking labels. Tell us the destination market at quotation stage.
Down or synthetic fill for kids?
We recommend synthetic. It holds loft when wet, survives repeated washing, and is cheaper — which matters for a garment that will be outgrown.
What is a grow-cuff system?
An internal extension at the sleeve or leg hem that releases as the child grows, adding roughly 3-5 cm of length. Inexpensive to add and the feature parents look for.
Do you make ski suits for toddlers?
Yes. One-piece suits with a long diagonal or two-way zip for easier changing, in toddler size runs.
Tell us what you need
Send a tech pack, a reference sample or just a target price. We reply within 24 hours with a fabric suggestion, a cost indication and a sampling plan.
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