Custom ski gloves and mitts: a private-label guide for ski brands, resorts and retailers
What to specify for waterproof ski gloves and lobster mitts under your own brand, when to choose each, and how pricing and timing work for the winter season.
Published 26 October 2026 · Blackthorn World
In short
Custom ski gloves are insulated gloves with a waterproof breathable construction, a water-repellent shell, a reinforced grip palm, a wrist strap and a gauntlet cuff that seals over the jacket sleeve. Blackthorn World makes ski gloves and three-finger lobster mitts private label for ski and snowboard brands, resorts, ski schools, rental shops and retailers from 100 pairs per style, at an indicative $8–$18 per pair FOB.
Glove, mitt or lobster?
| Five-finger glove | Lobster mitt | Mitten | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warmth | Good | Warmer | Warmest |
| Grip on poles, buckles and zips | Best | Good | Limited |
| Typical buyer | Ski brands, schools, rental | Outerwear brands, resorts | Kids' ranges, cold markets |
Many brands carry a glove and a lobster mitt in the same colours as their ski jackets and pants.
What to specify
- Waterproofing. A waterproof breathable construction under a water-repellent shell keeps hands dry in wet snow.
- Insulation. Weight set to your market and season, confirmed at sample stage.
- Palm. Reinforced synthetic leather that resists pole wear.
- Cuff. Long gauntlet with drawcord over the sleeve, plus an adjustable wrist strap.
- Details. Wrist leashes, a thumb nose wipe and touchscreen fingertips.
- Branding. Logo printed, heat transferred, embroidered or as a rubber patch on the back of the hand, repeated on the cuff if you like.
Indicative price and season timing
Our waterproof ski gloves and lobster ski mitts are indicatively $8–$18 per pair FOB, depending on shell, insulation, palm material, branding and quantity. Ski gloves sell in a short window, so plan samples early enough that bulk lands before your retail season starts.
How a private-label glove order works
- Brief. Send a reference glove, tech pack or photo, with colours, logo placement, size split and yearly volume.
- Quote. We confirm the FOB price, materials and trims.
- Development sample. About 2 weeks. Development samples are charged per style plus courier, and the charge is credited against your first bulk order.
- Bulk. Typically ships 3–4 weeks after sample approval, checked against the approved sample.
- Packing. Your hang tags, header cards, polybags and cartons.
The minimum is 100 pairs per style, with sizes mixed. FOB prices exclude freight, import duty and VAT or sales tax. EU and UK importers may qualify for reduced duty under EU GSP+ or UK DCTS, as Blackthorn World is an EU REX registered exporter; confirm the rate with your customs broker. All gloves are made in our own ISO 9001:2015 certified factory. See the full gloves range and the factory tour.
For a like-for-like quote, send the glove you buy now and your yearly volume to Sales@Blackthorn-textile.com or WhatsApp +92 334 096 2222.
FAQ
Who makes private-label ski gloves?
Blackthorn World manufactures waterproof ski gloves and lobster mitts made to order with your logo and packaging, for ski and snowboard brands, resorts, ski schools, rental shops and retailers in the Nordics, Europe, the UK, the USA and Canada.
How much do custom ski gloves cost?
Indicatively $8–$18 per pair FOB, depending on shell, insulation, palm, branding and quantity. Freight, duty and taxes are extra.
What is the minimum order?
100 pairs per style, with sizes mixed.
Glove or lobster mitt: which should we stock?
Five-finger gloves give the best grip on poles and buckles; lobster mitts are warmer while keeping a usable grip. Many brands stock both in the same colours.
When should we order for the winter season?
Allow about 2 weeks for the sample and 3–4 weeks for bulk after approval, plus shipping, and plan so stock lands before your retail season.