21 best puffer jackets that are essentially like being hugged all day long
You can't move for the fashion set wearing a huge, marshmallowy puffer jackets RN - and as far as winter coats go, they're sure to serve you well with this year's ever-plummeting temperatures.
Puffers have been on our radar for a while courtesy of Arket's longline puffer coat – and the dozens of North Face iterations (especially as ski clothes are trending) – but as Burberry and Gucci prove the silhouette's high fashion prowess, they've become less of a practical purchase and more of a sartorially savvy investment.
If you're after a classic, cropped number, look no further than everyone's favourite online clothing store, ASOS, whose impressive roster of brands on-site offer up a smorgasbord of options including a chocolate brown number and a leopard print take to cater to the season's favourite patterns. Elsewhere, you could always opt for a bright neon offering from high-street fave River Island, or perhaps PANGAIA's cerulean blue offering will peak your interest.
Intrigued? Scroll down to shop our edit of the best puffer jackets for the season ahead.
Coated with a hydrophilic membrane, so water trickles straight off the surface, this puffer jacket is designed with a detachable hood and oversized pockets and is filled with down and feathers that come from animals that have not been subjected to harm. We love to see it.
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A bomber jacket is undoubtedly a classic. Add quilted padding, a borg-lined hood and faux fur trim and you'll end up with Superdry's irresistibly cosy Everest Hooded Puffer Bomber Jacket.
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Lightweight yet still really cosy when you need it to be, Uniqlo's seamless down parka is fit with windproof technology and a water-repelling coating. It comes in a variety of colours too if, like me, you're prone to spilling.
Inject a bit of colour into your winter wardrobe, lord knows we could all do with it, with this lime green puffer jacket. It'll force you to step outside of your comfort zone and have you feeling confident all at the same time. Magic.
Sustainably crafted from recycled polyamide with planet-friendly Re:Down padding, this classic black hooded puffer jacket is designed to keep you warm during dry, cold weather conditions. Cut to fall at a mid-thigh length, it has a slight roomy fit and is styled with a detachable hood and a visible drawstring at waist for a more cinched finish.
If you're going to pay this much for a puffer jacket, best believe you should let everyone know where it's from right? Luckily Gucci is one step ahead of you and has adorned it entirely with their iconic GG logo.
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I know I'm not alone in my love affair for all things faux leather at the moment. The Matrix vibe of it all has awoken something in me, and this jacket is only going to fuel it. Layer it over a skin-tight black rollneck bodysuit and leather-look pencil skirt.
Not only is this cropped puffer jacket bright blue (hello, dopamine dressing), but it's also super warming AND reversible. It's crafted from FLWRDWN - which is down made from flowers, rather than feathers - and features a recycled nylon interior. I'd wear it as the model does; with leggings of a matching hue to complete the statement.
A puffer jacket/quilted jacket hybrid, this chocolate-hued design comes courtesy of ASOS DESIGN. It'll keep you warm from winter 'til spring - want more could you want? Oh, right, it also has a hood. SO dreamy.
It's time for us to welcome winter and the apres-ski look with a seriously metallic puffer jacket courtesy of Moncler. In this, you'll be visible from space. Sign me up.
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Fancy a long puffer jacket? & Other Stories has got you covered (to the point where you probably won't even need a cardigan underneath). Built with an adjustable waist - for those who want some shape - it has a hooded neckline, too, so you can forget about those scarves.
Puffer jackets needn't be plain. Have fun with your outerwear in pieces like this leopard print design from Only at ASOS. How I'd style it? With a pair of cream wide-leg jeans and a loose-fit black T-shirt and let the outerwear do all the talking.
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Built with zipped pockets for easy accessibility, The North Face's Himalayan Down Parka is meant for those who don't let the weather get in their way of exploring. That said, no one would bat an eyelid if you wore it with a pair of fashion trainers on tarmacked terrain.
If you want a puffer jacket that lands somewhere between attention-grabbing and wearable, this is the one. Its subtle metallic sheen will gain you plenty of compliments, but its slate grey hue means it'll slot into your outerwear collection with no fuss.
Ever wished you could wear your favourite denim jacket throughout the year, come winter or spring? Perfect Moment may have just answered your every prayer…I know they have mine.
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Pull&Bear make the case for arguably the best puffer jacket I've seen for under £50. It might not have a hood, and it may not be waterproof, but you can't complain too much at that price.
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Want a bit of extra warmth atop your leather jackets? Same. I'll be seeking a sleeveless puffer jacket like this gilet iteration from The North Face to see me through 'til May when, hopefully, sleeves will no longer be required.
Hitting just below the hips, Tommy Jeans' Alaska down hooded puffer jacket promises to keep the upper half of your body warm all season. As for your lower half, that's down to you. I'd go with a pair of your best jeans (an acid-wash mom silhouette?) and chunky biker boots.
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Subtly cropped to hit you on a flattering part of your hips, this hooded puffer jacket is one you'll be grateful you own. Picture it for a variety of scenarios; with a form-fitting dress come date night, with scarves and hats when you nip to the shops, or over some black leggings for a casual lunch with the girls.
With a recycled nylon outer shell, this puffer jacket from Mackage has been made with changeable weather conditions in mind. Look to the logo patch at the sleeve for the brand's signature stamp, it'll lend an ‘in the know’ finish to your winter wardrobe.
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How we chose the best puffer jackets in this guide:
Combining our expert knowledge on fashion - including which brands are worth spending your money on and what trends are living up to the hype - with customer reviews and data on what you’ve been searching for, we’ve curated what we feel is a selection of the best puffer jackets on the market. We’ve rifled through the good and the bad so you don’t have to, and have paid particular attention to specifics like fabrics, sustainability and wearability in order to narrow it down. Our aim is to find you pieces which will last, and, as a team of 30+ here at GLAMOUR HQ, we’ve tried our fair share of puffer jackets to know which ones are worth shouting about. Happy shopping!
Looking for something longer in the coats & jackets department? Be sure to check out all the best duvet coats we've found - including midi, maxi and longline padded coats. There's also wool coats, quilted jackets, faux fur coats and teddy coats to keep you cosy too.
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