Ive Been Searching for the Best Puffer Coats, and I Found These 10

I just caught a chill while writing this; that’s how cold it is outside. I feel like one day it was 60 and 50 degrees, and then boom, it’s in the low 30s. When I’m outside walking my dog, I wear a blanket-like coat layered over a sweater, thermal leggings, and fur-lined boots. It’s officially coat season and, more specifically, puffer coat season. 

I know what immediately comes to mind for most when they think of a classic puffer coat — a marshmallow-like jacket that feels like pillows are swaddling you. While this is a wardrobe staple, there are other styles to choose from, and they all still have that plush feeling we love while still fighting back against the freezing temperatures. If you don’t know where to start, I rounded up street-style-ready coats from Topshop, metallic options from Sam Edelman, and trench puffer combos from Bernardo that are up 60 percent off at Nordstrom.

10 Best Puffer Coats:

• Bernardo Belted Quilted Trench Coat, $80 (Originally $200)
• Levi's 733 Box Quilted Puffer Jacket, $90 (Originally $150)
• The North Face Hydrenalite Hooded Down Jacket, $200
• Sam Edelman Hooded Puffer Jacket, $120 (Originally $190)
• Bernardo Mixed Media Quilted Hooded Puffer Jacket, $100 (Originally $200)
• Ugg Vickie Water Resistant Puffer Jacket, $198
• Mango Hooded Puffer Coat, $160
• Bernardo Hooded Water Resistant Puffer Jacket, $100 (Originally $180)
• Topshop Oversize Puffer Jacket, $128
• Mango Quilted Puffer Jacket, $80

Bernardo Belted Quilted Trench Coat

This Bernardo Belted Quilted Trench Coat is just a reminder that puffer coats come in a range of silhouettes, and there is a style out there for everyone. I would say this one is great for those who want the warmth of a puffer coat but the sophistication of an overcoat. It can be dressed up or down, though it leans more formal, but it has all the best aspects of a bubble coat and a trench. 

The trench puffer coat comes in brown in sizes XS through XXL and features a button-front closure, a wrap front belt with belt loops, and a length that falls near the knees. It also has a notched fold-over lapel, two spacious side seam pockets, and a full lining for added warmth.

The North Face Hydrenalite Hooded Down Jacket

You can never go wrong with a close-fitting puffer coat. It’s your everyday puffer that will keep you warm and go effortlessly with jeans, leggings, or sweatpants. My current go-to has been The North Face Hydrenalite Hooded Down Jacket. It comes in classic black in sizes XS through XXL. It features a down filling for extra warmth while still being lightweight, a deep hood, two side seam zipper pockets, an elastic waistband to keep cold air out, and a zipper front closure. The cropped length stops a few inches below the waist, and it has a boxy straight fit that can be layered over sweatshirts, long sleeves, and hoodies.

Topshop Oversize Puffer Jacket

If you are looking for a puffer coat with some drama, you need Topshop’s Oversize Puffer Jacket. I know how easy it is in the winter to let getting dressed up fall to the waist side because you are more focused on staying warm, but this larger-than-life puffer coat is sure to stop traffic. It comes in a statement dark green in sizes XS through L and features an exaggerated fit that falls to the mid-thigh. It has a zipper and velcro closure, a hood with a velcro closure at the neck for added insulation, two side seam pockets, and a hidden front zip pocket.

Shop more winter puffer coats from Nordstrom below.

Bernardo Hooded Water Resistant Puffer Jacket

Bernardo Mixed Media Quilted Hooded Puffer Jacket

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