Kari Traa Rose High Waist Capri | The Ski Layer You'll Reach for Every Storm Day
If you've ever struggled with bulky fabric bunching inside your ski boots, the Kari Traa Rose High Waist Capri is about to become your new favorite winter layer.
Made from buttery-soft 100% Merino wool, these high-waisted capris deliver warmth exactly where you need it while ending just below the knee for a smooth, comfortable fit inside ski and snowboard boots. The result is less bulk, better comfort, and more freedom to focus on the fun instead of constantly adjusting your layers.
Inspired by traditional Norwegian knit patterns and designed by Olympic champion Kari Traa, the Rose High Waist Capri combines timeless style with technical performance. Naturally breathable, moisture wicking, and odor resistant, it's the kind of baselayer you'll appreciate from first chair through après and every winter adventure in between.
Why You'll Love It
- Boot-Friendly Capri Length: Ends below the knee to eliminate bunching inside ski and snowboard boots for smoother, more comfortable layering.
- 100% Merino Wool: Naturally regulates body temperature to keep you warm when it's cold and comfortable when you're working hard.
- Warm Even When Wet: Merino continues insulating even if it becomes damp, making it ideal for snowy days and changing mountain conditions.
- Moves With You: Smart fabric mapping provides stretch where you need it for unrestricted movement on the slopes and trail.
- No-Chafe Comfort: Flatlock seams lie smoothly against your skin, reducing irritation during long days outside.
- Supportive High Waist: The jacquard-knit elastic waistband stays comfortably in place without digging in.
- Naturally Odor Resistant: Wear it for long ski weekends or multi-day trips with fewer washes thanks to Merino wool's natural odor-fighting properties.
Perfect For
- Skiing & snowboarding
- Nordic skiing
- Snowshoeing
- Winter hiking
- Cold-weather travel
- Layering under ski pants
- Mountain vacations
- Everyday winter warmth
Fit & Fabric Features
- Slim fit
- High-rise waistband
- Capri length ends below the knee
- 100% Merino wool
- Ultra-soft 19.5 micron Merino fibers
- Fabric weight: 240 gsm
- Smart fabric mapping for enhanced mobility
- Flatlock seams
- Jacquard-knit elastic waistband
- Topstitched details
- IWTO-certified, traceable, non-mulesing Merino wool
The Bottom Line
The Kari Traa Rose High Waist Capri is one of those pieces experienced skiers swear by. It delivers all the warmth and performance of Merino wool while eliminating the extra fabric that can bunch inside your boots. If comfort on the mountain matters, this is one baselayer you'll wonder how you ever skied without.
Fit Guidelines
Designed with a slim, next-to-skin fit for optimal moisture management and layering. The high-rise waistband provides comfortable coverage, while the capri length pairs perfectly with ski and snowboard boots. Order your regular size for the intended performance fit.
Care Instructions
- Machine wash on the wool or gentle cycle (30°C)
- Wash with similar colors
- Use a wool detergent when possible
- Avoid enzyme-based detergents
- Do not use fabric softener
- Do not bleach
- Do not tumble dry
- Cool iron if needed
- Do not dry clean
