You can’t predict the weather, but if you prep your closet with one of the best puffer jackets, you can at least be prepared for when winds start to blow. Puffers of all weights, lengths, and looks are fall wardrobe wardrobe essentials and winter staples for a reason: Equal parts utilitarian and stylish, they can hold their own no matter what the forecast predicts—and look cute doing it too.
If you’re already in the market for the warmest puffer jacket, there are a wide range of options based on your needs. Down holds in warmth while feathers provide structure, and most puffer jackets offer a blend of both. Look for a higher down percentage if you want your coat to be light as air and easily packable, while a higher feather content means you can trust your puffer coat to hold its shape in inclement weather. If you’re not a fan of down or feathers or you’re on a budget, down-alternative coats provide nearly as much warmth as those filled by our feathered friends, and are often a more inexpensive option.
Meanwhile, ultra light quilted styles (a key fashion trend this year) can be great transitional pieces when it’s not quite warm enough to step out in your heaviest fall jacket or winter coat.
Whether you’re looking for the most effective puffer jacket for a snowy day, a padded cropped pick to take hiking or for travel (looking at you, Uniqlo), or a printed piece to add a fun twist to your capsule wardrobe, scroll on to see the best brands for puffer jackets below, then grab a pair of fall boots and a cozy sweater to get ready for the seasons ahead.
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