AlpineStandards has presented its Fall/Winter 2026-2027 collection, more than 30 technical pieces now available on its website. The mountaineering clothing and equipment brand is based in Ayas, in Val d’Ayas at the foot of Monte Rosa, and designs for people who live, work and climb above 2,000 metres. Its claim sums up the approach: “Designed in the heart of the Italian Alps. By mountaineers, for mountaineers.”
Founded in February 2023 by Matteo Mendiola and Matteo Upinot, AlpineStandards develops its pieces together with mountain guides and alpinists, away from the seasonal logic of fashion. The brand is a benefit company, a member of 1% for the Planet and is working towards B Corp certification. The new collection covers everything from fast and light climbs to big winter faces, with shells, trousers and technical layers for different conditions and activities.
The AlpineStandards FW26-27 shells and layers
The Cogne Jacket is a three-layer, all-season shell for technical alpinism and climbing on rock and ice. Its BARMA Flow membrane keeps it waterproof and breathable, while the 20D ripstop fabric, reinforced with tear-resistant polyarylate, keeps the total weight at 420 grams. The pockets are kept minimal for freedom of movement, and the hood fits over a helmet. It costs €460.
The Hochwilde WT is a merino-backed windproof pullover with an anatomical cut, made to block the wind while staying breathable during intense activity. Its single chest pocket stays easy to reach while wearing a climbing pack. It costs €190.
The Aiguille is a light hooded microfleece for climbing, ice falls and skiing. The athletic cut keeps it slim under a shell or on its own in moderate conditions, and the chest pocket insert is made in OURAflo fabric. It costs €150.
AlpineStandards pants for alpinism and freeride
The Brenva Pants are made of stretch softshell with a fluorocarbon-free (C0) DWR treatment, an articulated cut for mixed terrain, an adjustable waist for layering and Challenge Sailcloth EPLX200 reinforcements at the hem against crampons and ski edges. They come in two versions: the Brenva UC, with a microfleece lining for cold ascents and maximum abrasion resistance, at €295, and the lighter Brenva FC, without fleece, for warmer alpine conditions, at €270.
The Lyskamm Pants are three-layer freeride trousers for deep snow, with a BARMA Storm membrane and an 80D ripstop nylon outer. Full-length side zips help with ventilation on the way up, Challenge Sailcloth EPLX200 reinforcements protect the hem, and a RECCO reflector system helps search and rescue teams. They cost €485.
The Cogne Half Bib is a three-layer half bib for fast alpinism and dry tooling, with the same BARMA Flow membrane as the jacket. The high waist and removable elastic braces protect the lower back without creating pressure under the harness, and the ergonomic hem works with both ice climbing and ski touring boots. It costs €380.
Across the collection, AlpineStandards uses fluorocarbon-free (C0) DWR water-repellent treatments, as part of a more responsible production.
Where to buy the AlpineStandards FW26-27 collection
The Fall/Winter 2026-2027 collection is available now on the AlpineStandards website.
Release date: 12 November 2026
Price: from €150 (Aiguille) to €485 (Lyskamm Pants)
Where to buy: alpinestandards.com
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