10 Perfect Puffer Coats For Every Winter Forecast

Updated on Nov 14, 2024 at 9:29 AM

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With the winter chill on its way, we have no other option but to bundle up — and do so in style. The solution is, of course, a cozy, padded puffer jacket that insulates and seals in the heat. And though a puffer coat is a functional garment in anyone’s closet, it doesn’t have to skimp on style. In fact, puffers are one of the most popular outerwear styles of the season, and there are so many ways to make a warm one look elevated — especially when paired with cute boots.

Whether a cropped iteration or a longline, oversize topper, there’s definitely something for everyone. We’ve also sifted through a variety of coat options to offer something at every budget, whether you’re looking to spend under $50 or are ready to invest in a designer coat. Our favorites include features like top-to-bottom fleece lining for extra coziness, sustainable down filling, water-resistant coating, removable hoods, cinched waists, and zip-closed pockets.

Keep reading to shop the best puffer jackets on the market right now to get you ready for winter.

amazon.comBest Affordable Puffer CoatGihuo Women’s Cropped Quilted Puffer Jacket ($39, originally $55)

At less than $40, this blue cropped puffer coat is a fun, affordable option. It comes in a few different colors, but we love the baby-blue shade and the fact that it’s equipped with snap-button pockets so you can keep your essentials safe while you’re on the go.

uniqlo.comBest Lightweight Puffer CoatUniqlo Ultra Light Down Jacket ($80)

This puffer jacket comes in an array of colors and is a great layering piece, perfect for adding underneath a larger coat for extra warmth. It’s an ideal traveling jacket because it’s easily packable, compacting down into a handy little drawstring bag.

nordstrom.comBest Diamond-Quilted Puffer CoatBernardo Diamond Quilted Hooded Puffer Coat ($130, originally $200)

Between the diamond quilting, cinched waist (you have to see it from the back!), and large patch pockets, this coat is casual but undeniably chic. It features a front zip closure with a snap storm placket, stand collar with a removable hood, and comes in this taupe shade, as well as navy.

PS Photography | Kyley WarrenBest Side Zipper Puffer CoatOrolay Women’s Thickened Long Down Jacket ($150)

The long zippered sides of this puffer coat not only look stylish, but actually serve a larger purpose. They make movement easy, especially if you have to sit for a long period of time. You can choose to keep them fully zipped for a cocooning feel or open them for more airflow and flexibility. Our editor packed this on her trip to Iceland and fell in love with it. For more details, read her Orolay Women’s Thickened Long Down Jacket review.

Editor quote: “This Orolay jacket ticks all of my boxes and then some; it’s crafted from a polyester material that’s windproof and waterproof, with an extra-large, adjustable hood that helps to keep my face protected in harsher temperatures.

The thickened jacket is filled with 90 percent duck down and 10 percent duck feather, with an insulated design that — per Orolay’s website — is suitable for temperatures as low as negative 10 degrees Fahrenheit.” — Kyley Warren, assistant editor, Shopping

shopbop.comBest Large Collar Puffer CoatAvec Les Filles Duver Puffer ($159)

A colorful jacket with an eye-catching design feature like this exaggerated collar adds a pop of personality to understated looks. This vibrant puffer coat will make you stand out, whether you pair it with neutrals or colorblock with contrasting bright hues.

nordstrom.comBest Water-Resistant Puffer CoatLevi’s Water Resistant Side Zip Maxi Puffer Coat ($160, originally $225)

This full-length, water-resistant puffer coat is perfect for dashing out in the snow or drizzly weather. The length is perfect for keeping legs warm and the puffy collar will protect your neck, even if you don’t opt to wear the hood. It comes in black as well as this pretty olive hue.

freepeople.comBest Travel-Friendly Puffer CoatFP Movement Pippa Packable Puffer Jacket ($198)

This Free People puffer is lightweight but warm, water-resistant, and packs into its own pocket to form a fluffy and compact ball that can be used as a travel pillow. The wide arms have a button closure at the cuffs, so you can easily roll them up if you get too warm. It comes in 23 different colors, so good luck choosing a favorite!

PS Photography | Haley LyndesBest Puffer Coat DealTriple F.A.T. Goose Ophio Women’s Puffer Down Jacket ($255, originally $425)

If you’re looking for an extra warm option that’s sustainable and available at a steep discount, this puffer coat is 40 percent off. It’s made with high fill power recycled down, recycled synthetic materials, eco-friendly water-resistant outer treatment, and doesn’t have any harmful fluoride-based chemicals, such as PFOA, or PFOS. Our Boston-based former editor tested it out during a New England winter and writes all about it in this Triple F.A.T. Goose Ophio Women’s Puffer Down Jacket review.

Editor quote: “It’s warm, stylish, and not a completely unreasonable price if you’re looking to invest. I love the jacket’s elastic cuff sleeves that do double duty at preventing snow from falling inside as well as keeping heat trapped. Plus, its overall quality is noteworthy. The coat is made of a 100-percent recyclable fabric, has fleece-lined pockets and a collar, as well as 750 fill power — which determines how warm it is; 900 and up is considered very high (and typically costs a lot more), so 750 is a number I’ll happily take. It’s water-resistant as well, meaning it can hold up to lighter accumulations of rain and snow without soaking through.” — Haley Lyndes, former assistant editor, Shopping

nordstrom.comBest Fleece-Lined Puffer CoatDiamond Quilted Hooded CoatLauren Ralph Lauren ($350)

If you’re looking for a sleek but cozy puffer coat, this knee-length option is lined in fleece from top to bottom, including the sleeves. It has a detachable hood, flap-snap pockets, and side vents with zip closures.

-— Additional reporting by Angela Elias and Sarah Wasilak

India Yaffe (she/her) was an associate editor on the Shopping team at PS for five years. She focused on curating the best fitness, fashion, beauty, and home products on the market for the PS audience.

Angela Elias (she/her) is a contributing editor for PS Shopping, where she reviews everything from beauty products to kitchen gadgets, curates can’t-miss sales, and creates “best of” shopping roundups. In her former roles at PS, she led the relaunch of its Latine identity and family-focused verticals, directed its Home vertical, and hosted shopping segments. She has nearly 15 years of experience working in the lifestyle space as a writer, editor, content strategist, director, on-camera talent, and publicist.

Sarah Wasilak (she/her) is the associate director of shopping at PS. With plenty of experience in the commerce market, a keen interest in SEO, and 10 years as an editor at the brand, she enjoys writing across the lifestyle and health-and-fitness categories. She has bylines at PS, InStyle, Elle, Refinery29, Who What Wear, Elite Daily, Byrdie, and The Quality Edit and aims to amplify minority voices in all her work.