GEAR: Nobody’s Princess Anna Jacket- A Fit‑First Insulated Resort Top Choice
- Constance Traynor
- 1 day ago
- 3 min read
Categories: Fit • Function • Overall • Cost
Introduction
Nobody’s Princess is a women‑owned brand based in Australia, founded by Maria after years of frustration with ski gear that simply didn’t work for women’s bodies. Their entire line is built around a clear premise: fit should be based on real body shapes, not scaled‑down men’s patterns. They offer multiple pant silhouettes (apple, pear, etc.) and an insulated outerwear system designed to meet women where they are.
I’ll admit — when you see a wall of five‑star reviews on any brand’s site, it’s natural to raise an eyebrow. But Nobody’s Princess stands out for one reason: the attention to detail is unmistakably personal. You can feel the intention in the construction, the patterning, and the way the pieces move. This is gear built by someone who genuinely wants more women to feel included in the sport.
Function
Nobody’s Princess takes a slightly different design approach than most insulated resort jackets. The diamond‑cut front paneling, small chest pockets, deeper hand pockets, and internal phone pocket (with a headphone port) all point toward a jacket built for in‑bounds resort skiing in colder conditions. The left‑arm pass pocket is exactly where it should be.
The insulation performs well on chilly days, and the side and underarm vents give you enough temperature control when the sun comes out. A few functional notes:
The internal phone pocket would benefit from a zipper instead of Velcro — anyone who’s ever yard‑sailed knows why.
As phones get larger, a bit more room in that pocket would go a long way.
The diamond chest pockets are more aesthetic than functional; they’ll hold a chapstick, but not much else.
One feature we loved: the face flap. It’s warm, wind‑blocking, and the snap system makes it easy to move out of the way quickly.
Overall, the jacket is clearly designed for women who spend most of their time lapping the resort, not for big‑mountain or freeride objectives where pocketing, articulation, and shell performance matter more.
Fit
This is where Nobody’s Princess truly excels.
Maria has built a system that allows women to actually dial in their fit — bust adjustments, waist adjustments, and thoughtful patterning that accommodates curves without restricting movement. It’s immediately clear why so many women who’ve struggled to find their size finally feel seen by this brand.
The jacket fits true to size and moves with you, not against you. Compared to other insulated women’s jackets (Halfdays, Spyder), the mobility and body‑specific shaping stand out.
Their online fit guide is extensive and worth following closely. If you’ve historically struggled to find a jacket that fits your shape, this may be the first time you feel genuinely supported by the design.
That said, this is not the ideal choice for freeride or big‑mountain skiers — the pocketing and silhouette are built for resort comfort, not technical objectives.
Cost
At $295, the value is strong. You’re getting:
Thoughtful patterning
Multiple fit adjustments
Quality insulation
Holographic zipper details
A design clearly built with intention
It’s rare to find an insulated jacket at this price point that offers this level of customization and body‑specific fit. Nobody’s Princess is filling a real gap in the market, and doing it well.
Overall
If you’ve struggled to find ski gear that actually fits your body — not the industry’s idea of your body — Nobody’s Princess is worth your attention. The fit system alone sets them apart, and the thoughtful details reinforce that this brand is designing for women, not around them.
Sizing runs true to size, and the jacket is best suited for resort skiers who want warmth, comfort, and a fit that finally feels right.
Check out the Anna Jacket here.
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