Oh, the weather outside is frightful, and my dear, it's time to bundle. Yes, winter is full throttle, and it's time to make room in your closet for coats that actually keep out the chill. Frigid temps and maybe even snow blizzards have begun to make their mark, and sadly, your thin quilted jackets alone aren't enough to brace against the cold. Instead, it's time to bring out the trusty queen of winter outerwear: puffer jackets. The fluffy padded marshmallow outerwear is the most reliable for frosty weather. Whether it means upgrading your much-loved Patagonia or browsing for more luxe styles like the Moncler puffer jacket, we've got you covered.
Once the unofficial uniform for hitting the slopes and grabbing a cocoa après-ski, puffers are now a fashion trend prioritized by everyone from North Face to Acne Studios. The stylish outerwear is far from the simplicity of its '80s and '90s stylized predecessors. The modern puffer jacket is bigger, better, and bolder, featuring new additions like glossy silhouettes, color block options, and details like built-in ties that'll cinch your waist. That goes to say there's nothing wrong with the loyal all-black puffer jacket. Embrace your coziest winter ever in one of the best puffer jackets up ahead.
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The Trusty All-Black Puffer Jackets
When all else fails, rely on your classic black puffer jacket that'll never go out of style. I mean, if you don't have a black puffer, do you even live in New York?
Shop Vuori
Vuori Hudson Insulated Jacket, $, available at Vuori
The North Face Plus 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket
Stay warm with a classic black North Face puffer.Shop The North Face
The North Face Women’s Plus 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket, $, available at The North Face
H&M Puffer Jacket
Hit up H&M for a simple black puffer under $50.
Shop H&M
H&M Puffer Jacket, $, available at H&M
Abercrombie & Fitch Mini Ultra Puffer
Abercrombie & Fitch doesn't just have your back for summer staples; its extensive outerwear collection has you covered (literally!) for cold weather with this wind and water-resistant cropped hooded puffer.
Shop Abercrombie & Fitch
Abercrombie & Fitch Mini Ultra Puffer, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch
Patagonia Silent Down Jacket
Made with 100% recycled down (duck and goose down reclaimed from down products) in a Fair Trade Certified factory, Patagonia's puffer is a feel-good purchase.
Shop Patagonia
Patagonia Women's Silent Down Jacket, $, available at Patagonia
Colorful Puffer Jackets
There is never too much color when you're battling the winter blues.
Shop Marine Layer
Marine Layer Archive Après Sunset Down Puffer Jacket, $, available at Nordstrom
Quince Responsible Down Puffer Jacket
Red is always the color to wear, so why not invest and channel your inner child from The Snowy Day.
Shop Quince
Quince Responsible Down Puffer Jacket, $, available at Quince
MadhappyxColumbia Wallowa Puffer Jacket
Everyone's favorite design company now makes outerwear, and you bet they're stylish. We love this caterpillar green puffer filled with 100% Responsible Down Standard certified down to keep you as snug as a caterpillar in its cocoon.
Shop Madhappy
Madhappy x Columbia Columbia Wallowa Puffer Jacket, $, available at Madhappy
Stoic Printed Quilted Puffer
Add a little spring to your step with this floral puffer.
Shop Stoic
Stoic Printed Quilted Puffer, $, available at Back Country
The Very Warm Realtree EDGE® Anorak Puffer
Sometimes, you just want to be one with nature. A camo puffer can help.
Shop The Very Warm
The Very Warm Realtree EDGE® Anorak Puffer, $, available at The Very Warm
Summersalt The Colorblock Eco Puffer Jacket
Keep your neck cozy in this maroon puffer that features an oversized collar for extra warmth.
Shop Summersalt
Summersalt The Colorblock Eco Puffer Jacket, $, available at Summersalt
Columbia Plus Size Puffect™ Color Blocked Jacket
Black color-blocked puffers need love, too.
Shop Columbia
Columbia Women's Puffect™ Color Blocked Jacket - Plus Size, $, available at Columbia
Glossy Puffer Jackets
If you want to add a little joyful spunk to the dreary outdoors, opt for a glossy puffer jacket that'll make you shine with every step.
Shop Alo Yoga
Alo Yoga Stunner Puffer Jacket, $, available at Alo Yoga
Lululemon Insulated Long Blanket Wrap
She's sleek and she's chic — she is a blanket wrap puffer.
Shop Lululemon
Lululemon Insulated Long Blanket Wrap, $, available at Lululemon
FP Movement Scrunchy Glossy Pippa Packable Puffer Jacket
From the makers of the R29-reader favorite Pippa Packable Puffer Jacket comes an even puffier version that we are sure you'll love just as much.
Shop FP Movement
FP Movement Scrunchy Glossy Pippa Packable Puffer Jacket, $, available at Free People
Moncler Avoriaz Quilted Metallic Shell Down Jacket
Not all things that glitter are gold; sometimes they're silver. But they look just as stunning.
Shop Moncler
Moncler Avoriaz Quilted Metallic Shell Down Jacket, $, available at Net-A-Porter
Aritzia The Super Puff™
This jacket is called the "Super Puff" for a reason.
Shop Aritzia
Aritzia The Super Puff™ Goose down puffer jacket, $, available at Aritzia
Puffer Jackets With Detail
Are you a trendsetter who won't settle for an ordinary padded jacket? For those who live and breathe statement pieces, you'll be obsessed with the following jackets that feature details like chic self-tie belts and whimsical designs.
Shop Free People
FP Movement Printed Pippa Packable Puffer Jacket, $, available at Free People
The Frolic Plus Belted Collared Puffer Jacket
Shop The Frolic
The Frolic Plus Belted Collared Puffer Jacket, $, available at ASOS
Daisy Street High Neck Puffer Jacket In Black Floral
Shop Daisy Street
Daisy Street High Neck Puffer Jacket In Black Floral, $, available at ASOS
Lululemon Wunder Puff Waist Jacket
Shop Lululemon
Lululemon Wunder Puff Waist Jacket, $, available at Lululemon
Michael Kors Faux Fur Belted Hooded Puffer Jacket
Shop Michael Kors
Nordstrom Rack Faux Fur Belted Hooded Puffer Jacket, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
Wild Fable Long-Sleeve Zip-Up Puffer Jacket, $, available at Target
Tommy Hilfiger Retro Colorblock Logo Puffer Jacket
Shop Tommy Hilfiger
Tommy Hilfiger Retro Colorblock Logo Puffer Jacket, $, available at Tommy Hilfiger
TNA Long, Goose-Down Puffer Jacket, $, available at Aritzia
The longline metallic design is already super special, but then you find out this coat comes with a pair of detachable mittens and interior straps that allow you to wear it like a backpack (!!).
RUDSAK Milani Metallic Down Puffer, $, available at RUDSAK
Everlane The Re:Down® Sleeping Bag Puffer, $, available at Everlane
Ganni Askja Down Jacket, $, available at Need Supply
Weekday Noor Quilted Lightweight Coat, $, available at ASOS
The Frankie Shop Reversible Leopard Hooded Puffy Jacket, $, available at The Frankie Shop
Urban Outfitters Oversized Faux Leather Puffer Coat, $, available at Urban Outfitters
Topshop Boutique Quilted Coat, $, available at Topshop
Sandy Liang Catan Puffer, $, available at Sandy Liang
Oysho Water Repellent Padded Jacket, $, available at oysho
Violeta By Mango Plus-Size Detachable Hood Quilted Coat, $, available at Mango
Zara Sorona Dupont Water Repellent Coat, $, available at Zara
Nanushka Puffer Jacket, $, available at Nanushka
J.Crew Chateau Puffer Jacket With PrimaLoft®, $, available at J.Crew
Bershka Hooded Puffer Coat, $, available at Bershka
& Other Stories Drawstring Waist Puffer Jacket, $, available at & Other Stories
We11done Beige Down Belted Anorak Jacket, $, available at SSENSE
Nasty Gal The Answer to Our Layers Padded Jacket, $, available at Nasty Gal
COS Cropped Puffer Coat, $, available at COS
Rains Puffer Coat, $, available at Rains
ASOS CURVE Curve Fleece Puffer Jacket, $, available at ASOS
Monse Plaid Puffer, $, available at Shopbop
Free People Weekender Puffer Jacket, $, available at Free People
The Arrivals Aer Parka, $, available at The Arrivals
Abercrombie & Fitch Mini Puffer Jacket, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch
Patagonia Raven Rocks Hoody, $, available at Reformation
Fjällräven x Acne Studios Reversible down jacket blue, $, available at Acne Studios
Lucky Brand Short Puffer Jacket, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
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