The Original Alpine Guide Sweater

$350.00
Rated 4.8 out of 5
Based on 57 reviews

A staple of alpine sportsmen throughout the world, the protection, comfort, and durability of a proper sweater has accompanied mountain guides since the first ascents and descents by the Scandinavians of the 19th century.  Combining the engineered comfort of traditional woolen knitwear with the protective qualities of rich waxed cotton from the storied British Millerain mill of the United Kingdom, the Alpine Guide Sweater is an authentic ski sweater ideal for sunny mountain days and mid-layer wear occasions.

Color: Navy
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Features & Benefits

Warm, Dry, & Protected

80% Lambswool, 20% Nylon blend provides a soft handfeel and form fitting comfort.

Maximum Utility

Water resistant pockets at chest and waist designed for ease of access and dry storage.

Fitted hand cuffs for additional comfort.

Quality & Durability

Triple-ply yarns and reinforced British Millerain canvas shoulder panels provide sturdy protection.

The Story

Travel to, and amidst, majestic mountain environments has offered skiers a sense of freedom and wonder since Scandinavians first strapped wooden planks to their feet in Norway during the late 19th century. During the early advent of skiing as a mode of travel and then throughout is transition to 19th and 20th century winter sport, a proper ski sweater was considered standard equipment for mountain adventures due to its technically advanced woolen fibers which offered warmth, comfortable range of motion, and natural moisture wicking characteristics.

During the ‘50s, ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s knitwear offered skiers a versatile expression of performance and style packaged in a traditional aesthetic born from the rich and storied heritage of alpine sport. Adopted by alpine guides within mountain locales from Aspen to Chamonix, such classic knitwear garments are respected for tried and true characteristics delivering winter-ready protection.

"Wear it around the chalet, or wear it as a mid-layer while you fly down double-blacks — it’ll look and feel great all the same"

average rating 4.8 out of 5
Based on 57 reviews
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98% of reviewers would recommend this product to a friend
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Rated 4 out of 5
Comfort
Rated 4 out of 5
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Rated 0 on a scale of minus 2 to 2, where minus 2 is Runs Small, 0 is True to Size and 2 is Runs Large
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Reviewed by Kristin B., from United States
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Age Range
25 - 34
Size Purchased
M
How it Fits
Perfect
Height
6' 0"
Suit or Jacket Size (US)
42"
Waist Size (US)
32”
Best Uses
  • Skiing
  • Après
  • Around Town
  • Very Cold Temperatures
Rated 5 out of 5

Beautiful sweater and great customer service!

I bought this for my adult son for his birthday, to take skiing and wear otherwise. Despite skiing for years, neither my husband nor I had heard of this brand. I am thoroughly impressed with the quality—unique, with exceptional detail—and with the customer service. When the large arrived and uncharacteristically was too big for our son, Nick was extremely helpful in guiding the return and exchange for the medium which was on pre-order. The medium is a perfect fit, and our son loves it! Definitely plan to order from this shop again; highly recommend.

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Reviewed by Doug R., from United States
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Age Range
45 - 54
Size Purchased
XL
How it Fits
Perfect
Height
6' 0"
Suit or Jacket Size (US)
44"
Waist Size (US)
36”
Best Uses
  • Skiing
  • Après
  • Cold Temperatures
  • Around Town
Rated 5 out of 5

Super warm and stylish

The rare item I order and my wife approved after trying it on. I wore it out in Deer Valley for a non-ski afternoon. Very warm decently fitted. May try to paid with pants. It took a while to arrive but well worth the wait. I typically wear XL that was the correct fit.

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Reviewed by Natalia K., from United States
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Age Range
45 - 54
Size Purchased
XL
How it Fits
Perfect
Rated 5 out of 5

Perfect parches

Sweater is just great

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Reviewed by Rachel J., from United States
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Size Purchased
M
How it Fits
Perfect
Best Uses
  • Around Town
  • Cold Temperatures
  • Very Cold Temperatures
Rated 5 out of 5

He loves it

I bought this for my boyfriend who is an avid skier and hiker. It's very high quality and not something that he would have bought for himself. He appreciates the casual expensive style.

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Reviewed by Shahal R., from United States
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Age Range
45 - 54
Size Purchased
M
How it Fits
A Little Big
Height
5' 8"
Rated 4 out of 5

First purchase

Great sweater. Good fit. Looks nice. Very warm, but a bit scratchy.

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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 2 on a scale of minus 2 to 2, where minus 2 is Runs Small, 0 is True to Size and 2 is Runs Large
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