It is snowing here in my part of Texas today (very rare), so I put on my new NF jacket (over a very thin shirt) and took my puppy outside to see his first snow. I was so toasty warm, it was amazing. Unlike my other (not-as-nice) down jacket, I cannot feel the wind or cold air getting through this jacket at all. As far as fitting goes, I am 5'6.5", 120 lbs, small chested (32 A), and I bought a small. It fits a little larger in the torso than I would like, but the sleeves are JUST right, so I fear an XS would be too short in the sleeves. However, the extra room in the torso is good if I ever want to wear a sweater or anything beneath it, or for women with larger chests. Also, the black is an incredibly beautiful shiny black that I just love - it matches my (black lab) puppy's extremely shiny black coat!

My boyfriend has this bag and it is amazing! It has pockets everywhere for everything and holds a TON. Unlike a lot of other large bags, when it is fully packed, it doesn't have that big bulky look to it. Not to mention, the bag has taken quite a beating and it still looks great. This is definitely an incredible bag and worth its seemingly high price.

Just a side note, I ordered winter white thinking it would be a bright snow white, but it is not. In reality, the winter white is more of a cream color (which, in my opinion, is a bit darker than off-white even).

Personally, I just did not like these sunglasses. They were WAY too square and looked a bit too "RoboCop" for my taste. But this is coming from a girl who absolutely adores her aviators... Basically, the shape was just all wrong for MY face.

Let me start by saying, I do NOT look is large sunglasses, but I just think they are so cute, that I constantly am trying to find some I like - well, hooray for that determination, because alas I have a found a pair of big sunglasses that actually look good on my face! I definitely recommend at least trying these bad-boys out and seeing what you think.

These pants are made of the most comfortable fabric ever... it is a thick and stretchy fleece/polyester. The material has two very distinct sides: the inside of the pant is plush and fleece-like, while the outside is smooth and has an almost track-jacket look to it. They are definitely warm and ridiculously soft, and I can certainly recommend them in that regard. In fact, they make for a PERFECT insulating layer for cold-weather skiing; I wore them last winter under my ski pants for added warmth. However, be prepared for the slightly awkward elastic waist-band. There is a large piece of elastic at the top which the pants are folded over and fully sewn around in the back but not in the front. It is quite hard to explain, but the bottom line is, you cannot roll these pants over. Also, the lack of a seam on the front waist looks a little funny (in my opinion). But they are growing on me and they are so comfy and warm that I cannot help but to keep them.

I adore Reef flip-flops! I wear them all spring, summer, fall, and most of winter (I live in Texas). I have put countless miles on my Reefs and they continue to last me. My first pair finally started to wear down on the soles, but not until about 5 years after purchasing them (and when you wear them as often as I that is extremely impressive). One thing to note, I am a size 7.5-8 in shoes and I purchase a size 9 in Reefs. Bottom line: Everyone needs a pair in their wardrobe.

You absolutely cannot go wrong with a Columbia fleece. They are extremely comfortable and always look adorable. Also, it definitely makes for an amazing mid-layer, or every-day wear to keep you warm and cozy on cool fall days (in Texas at least... meaning 50-60 degrees Fahrenheit). And it is machine washable! As far as sizing goes... I am 5'6.5", 120 lbs, wear small tops and size 4 bottoms, and my measurements (in inches) are 33/27/33 (bust/waist/hip). While the small fits me well, it does still offer plenty of room (which is good if you plan to wear your fleece over a long-sleeve shirt). So if you want something a little more tailored to your figure, you might want to order a size smaller than you usually wear; likewise, if you want a comfortable fit, you might want to order your regular size. And unless you have unusually long arms, you shouldn't have any issues in that department. Overall, an incredible buy!

The reason I ordered this bag was because the Tech Specs claim it is padded - not the case. This bag is NOT PADDED. Also, the description mentions a removable padded shoulder strap - again, not the case. There is a removable strap, it just is not padded. The picture of the bag is a little misleading, as it looks like a hardshell, but this too is not the case. I am imagining the picture was taken with the bag fully stuffed with tissue paper or something. So don't be misled by the picture. All that aside, the bag is made of a durable nylon. I ordered the pink plaid and was very impressed by the fabric - I was assuming it would be a print, but instead is a nice woven plaid. Bottom line: great bag if you don't mind wrapping your skis in towels first!

This is a great boot bag. There is PLENTY of room for ski boots plus other smaller gear (goggles, gloves, etc.). The main pocket zips all the way down one side making it quite easy to access and get your boots in and out of. Likewise, the extra pocket zips all the way down both sides making it just as easy to access. I ordered the Black Paris print and in case you are wondering, the design features itty-bitty monster trucks and poodles - a fun mix for any rough-and-tough girly-girl.

In general, Under Armour shirts run extremely small and are pretty tight. However, I think they are supposed to be super tight on your skin in order to work better. So, if you can get over and accept that, purchase your regular size. But, if you (like me) hate the feeling of something that tightly wrapped around your upper body, I would definitely recommend ordering a size larger than usual (especially if you are large-chested).
Also, just as a side note, UA shirts run a little short, so don't be expecting them to sit very far below your waist.
All that aside, UA makes wonderful products. They work extremely well and look hot on. I would most definitely recommend this shirt or any other UA Cold Gear (and Hot Gear) to anyone.

While I have not tried these mittens on the slopes yet, and therefore cannot attest to their warmth, I will say I love the look and feel of them. They are completely adorable and the fit is great (I did a little glove-sizing research prior to ordering). Now, mind you, I am a pretty picky person who notices the littlest of things, but the only qualm I really have is that the white of the strap is slightly off-white compared to that of the glove. But even I can get over that for this steal! Also, the white of the glove is a pretty bright snow white (just in case if you are trying to match them to anything).

These goggles (white intersection/sensor mirror) are even more adorable in person than online. I was weary they would look too big and bulky on my face, but they are perfect! The lens doesn't pick up quite as much blue as the picture makes it out look, but still picks up lots of fun and hot colors. I love the clasp on the back of the elastic so I don't have to always pull the goggles up over my head to get them off, which consequently always results in my hat being pulled off and my hair getting all crazy. My only issue with these is that the ventilation foam between the goggle frame and forehead cushion is so thin I can just see myself poking my finger straight through it... so be careful there! Overall, very cute and good a buy.