Season after season, luxury outerwear brands like Moncler, Bogner, Perfect Moment, and Mackage nail the mix of heat-trapping technology and a flattering fit, and Prada’s chic and sustainable Re-Nylon puffer remains on wishlists everywhere. Contemporary brands like Artizia, Halfdays, Vuori, Skims, and Everlane also excel in the category too, bringing stylish, warm options to the forefront at an attainable price point.
Whether you skew towards polished minimalism or favor traffic-stopping design, peruse this editor-approved puffer jacket guide, which guarantees a style for everyone in every climate.
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Cons
- Runs large—size down for a closer fit
This oat milk puffer from the popular collaboration between Skims and the North Face is cut to a relaxed, boxy fit. The mock neck design conceals a drawstring hood, and with the North Face’s time-honored approach to heat-tech, you will be snug all season long.
Sizes: XXS—XL
Fabrication: recycled polyamide, down and waterfowl feathers
When it comes to puffer jackets, Artizia’s in-house Climate Lab™ team has developed a near-dizzying selection combining every length, finish, and color imaginable (indeed, even options for your pet or boyfriend.) Each warm, wind-proof, and water-proof Super Puff with a removable hood is filled with 100% premium, responsibly-sourced down with an unrivaled 800+ fill power that’s designed to withstand temperatures as low as -22° F. The only problem? Narrowing down your favorite.
Sizes: 2XS-XL
Fabrication: shell base: 94% polyester, 6% elastane; body fill: 90% down, 10% waterfowl feathers
What shoppers are saying: “Big thumbs up recommendation! Fabric and quality have no problems and it’s super warm to wear in the Chicago winter and easy to clean”
Pros
- Removable hood
- Lower carbon footprint option
- Machine washable
A popular and wallet-friendly option, Everlane’s high-performance and sustainably-created EverPuff comes in multiple color options and promises 700 fill power for serious warmth without feeling bulky. It also features a removable hood, patch pockets, and adjustable hem for enhanced functionality. The brand promises a repair warranty too, making it a smart option to hedge your bets on.
Sizes: XXS—XXL
Fabrication: recycled polyester, Re:Down® recycled down and feathers
What shoppers are saying: “This jacket is the warmest jacket I’ve ever owned. I wanted a cute jacket I could put on in the winter without having to wear a long mid length one everywhere I go and this one is actually warmer than my longer jacket! Very cute as well, doesn’t ruin an outfit.”
Pros
- Hood
- Adjustable waist
- Comfortable, roomy fit
Nylon is integral to Prada’s design codes—so of course, the label’s puffer would excel. This luxe jacket features goose down padding for optimal warmth and a drawstring hood to shield your ears and face from the chill. While it has a relaxed and easy fit with a cinch-able waist, a logo buckle belt and silver dual zipper add shape and sophistication.
Sizes: US 0—10
Fabrication: recycled polyamide
Cons
- Extra layers needed for extreme cold
Japanese retailer Uniqlo is synonymous with the words “heat tech” so when it comes to a winter warmer, look no further. This slim-fitting knee-length option with responsibly-sourced down keeps you from freezing, with a fill power of over 750. Available in three natural colorways that will go with all of your capsule wardrobe items, it also features a stow-away hood in its stand collar.
Sizes: XXS—XXL
Fabrication: nylon, down
What shoppers are saying: “I’m very active and walk a lot around the city, and this jacket has been perfect. It’s warm, extremely lightweight, and very soft to the touch. It also has two deep side pockets, which I really appreciate. On its own, it’s great for temperatures above 30°F. When it’s colder, I just add a mid-layer underneath.”
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- No hood
Historic Italian outerwear brand Herno continues to innovate. For an elegant approach to a utilitarian puffer, consider this goose down padded option in feather-light water-repellent Japanese nylon. In pristine cream, camel, black, and grey colorways, it is accentuated with faux fur panels and a high collar for an outfit topper that’s both fashionable and practical.
Sizes: US0—16
Fabrication: nylon, down feather
Designed to take on the deep chill with aplomb, this mid-length jacket by Canadian brand Mackage features 750+ fill power. An ultra plush and comfortable matte quilted option, it has a chunky stand collar and hood, while a drawstring waist gives it a feminine finish.
Sizes: XS—2XL
Fabrication: nylon, recycled nylon, duck down, feathers
Vuori’s voluminous and relaxed fit sporty-chic puffer comes in three colors—including an eye-catching ice blue should you want to switch up your winter blacks. It boasts 650 fill power courtesy of responsibly-sourced down while the fan-favorite DreamKnit™ wind cuffs with thumb holes seal the deal.
Sizes: XXS—XXL
Fabrication: recycled polyester
What shoppers are saying: “This coat is stylish and unbelievably comfortable and warm! Feels like you’re wrapped in a cozy, down blanket.”
Pros
- Multiple pockets
Cons
- Runs small — shoppers recommend sizing up
Luxury cashmere brand Falconeri—which counts Rosie Huntington-Whiteley as both a fan and a campaign face—is the first word in sumptuous Italian knitwear. This spin on a classic puffer sees a reversible down jacket with both technical nylon for cold and wet days as well as the brand’s famed Ultrasoft Cashmere to snuggle into.
Sizes: XS—LL
Fabrication: cashmere, polyamide, elastane, down, feathers
Pros
- Versatile removable hood
Cons
- Dry-clean only
Contrasting velvet panels lend a sophisticated air to this classic nylon puffer by iconic high-end German sports brand Bogner. Filled with premium duck down, this sleek and sharp jacket features a detachable hood and stand collar as well as a two-way zipper and ribbed cuffs.
Sizes: US4—12
Fabrication: recycled nylon, polyamide
Pros
- Removable fur trim and removable inner dickie
- Machine-washable
Whether for a ski trip or just to get you through the cold snap, this semi-fitted, multi-layer jacket by outerwear label Rudsak will ensure you’re ready for plummeting temperatures thanks to an impressive 800 fill power.
Sizes: XS—XL
Fabrication: recycled nylon, faux fur
Pros
- Size-inclusive
- Machine-washable
Cons
- Runs small
Ultra covetable season after season, a puffer by Moncler is the gold standard when it comes to winter-ready outerwear anywhere in the world. This glossy hip-length style features a removable hood for versatility. With a timeless and classic quilted design and snug, fitted silhouette, it’s one you’ll undoubtedly turn to forevermore.
Sizes: XXS—XXL
Fabrication: nylon, down, feather
Pros
- Detachable hood
Cons
- Hand-wash only
This puffer is rendered in Ralph Lauren’s signature cable-knit in a warm walnut brown featuring the instantly-recognizable Polo emblem. While it won’t keep you dry in a snow storm or rainy downpour, it’s a cool take on the classic and thanks to a recycled down filling, it will at least keep you super toasty.
Sizes: US2—14
Fabrication: wool, cashmere, recycled nylon
Pros
- Suitable for extreme cold
Cons
- Cropped length won’t keep your lower torso warm
Another giant of the outerwear world, Canada Goose is a label that shoppers turn to constantly to guarantee warmth, durability, and quality. This slightly-cropped bubble jacket features an oversize snorkel hood and a tonal embossed logo on the sleeve, while it’s designed to withstand intense conditions as low as -4° F. This popular silhouette also comes in navy, white, baby pink, and olive.
Sizes: XS—XL
Fabrication: nylon
Pros
- Flattering fit
Cons
- Not water-proof
- Non-stretch, size up for layering options
Max Mara’s Cube line delivers the same epic quality associated with its time-honored camel coats, but in an outerwear guise. Ergo, this fully-lined, zippable, hooded puffer is rendered in 100% camel hair for a luxurious padded finish, while a nipped-in waist with an accompanying belt and deep pockets add further polish.
Sizes: US0—16
Fabrication: camel hair, nylon lining
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