With fall fully underway and the depths of winter lurking around the corner, the beginnings of puffer season are here. And while some opt for long wooly coats or prefer piling on layers underneath a windbreaker, the quintessential cold weather jacket has and always will be the puffer.
Long before brands like The North Face and First Down dominated ‘90s fashion, the puffer jacket already had years of ingenuity under its belt. The original down jackets used insulating feathers from ducks, a concept that came to be when Australian chemist and mountaineer George Finch used a balloon fabric and eiderdown to craft the first puffer.
Since then, countless innovations have followed, most notably with Eddie Bauer creating the first patent for the jacket — and the rest is history.
These days, puffer jackets are still often lined with duck feathers and typically have a durable, nylon ripstop exterior. Though some brands coat their jackets with wind and water-repellent finishes, others focus on the optics, utilizing a mix of fabrics, polyester fills, and cuts that provide different qualities when outdoors.
And so, what better way to celebrate fall's arrival than with the favorite streetwear puffer jackets selected by our curators? These seasonal pieces by Entire Studios, The North Face, Stone Island, and more of our favorite brands sublimely merge aesthetics with functionality and will keep the cold at bay for the coming winter.
Shop the best Puffer Jackets Below
Acne Studios Puffer Jacket
A high neck is one thing, but this Acne Studios puffer jacket takes it to new extremes. Don't bother wearing a scarf when you step out in this jacket, it's got neck protection covered.
thisisneverthat Bandana Down Jacket
You're never low on graphics with Korean label thisisneverthat and for this puffer jacket the brand's gone for a bandana all-over print.
The North Face x UNDERCOVER Soukuu Cloud Down Nupste
Across an expansive selection of outdoor-ready pieces, this upgraded Nuptse puffer jacket was the highlight of The North Face and UNDERCOVER's recent collaboration. The jacket utilizes The North Face's cloud down construction that retains its shape in wet conditions and can be converted into a puffer vest.
Entire Studios UVR Puffer
Worn by almost every celebrity imaginable — from Kim Kardashian to Bad Bunny and Lil Nas X to Shai-Gilgeous Alexander — Entire Studios' puffer jackets have proven to be highly popular since the brand was founded in 2020. With its fourth drop, the label introduced a new range of puffer jackets including the UVR which features a pattern stitched into the boxy-fitting, down-filled body.
Marni x Dingyun Zhang Checked Oversized Down Jacket
Dingyun Zhang creates some of the most sculptural, over-the-top puffer jackets there are, so it comes as no surprise that his Marni collaboration includes this huge jacket. Beyond its huge silhouette, the outerwear piece is decorated with a checkered pattern.
Patagonia Down Sweater Jacket
When it comes to merging sustainable practices with highly practical outdoor wear, does anyone do it better than Patagonia? This jacket comes with a nylon ripstop outer shell made from recycled fishing nets and is insulated with Responsible Down Standard down.
Stone Island Garment-Dyed Recycled Nylon Down Jacket
Stone Island's puffer jackets are some of the best around. There's no going wrong with any of the puffer styles in its vast selection but this one comes with a resin treatment that gives the exterior a standout crinkled look.
Martine Rose Doll Puffer Jacket
As the embroidery on the chest of this jacket indicates, Martine Rose is full of good ideas — and this jacket is one of them. The icy blue puffer comes in a boxy fit with a high neck for extra warmth.
The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket
Since its first release in the early '90s, The North Face Nuptse jacket has become the brand's most iconic outerwear design. Filled with goose down and a water-repellant finish, the Nuptse jacket has become highly popular for good reason.
MM6 Maison Margiela x CHENPENG Down Jacket
MM6 Maison Margiela enlisted the services of outerwear expert CHENPENG for this cropped down jacket. The short-fitting jacket is made with a mix of paneled crinkled taffeta and faux leather.
GmbH Zaman Puffer Jacket
Arriving from the Berlin-based label GmbH, this puffer jacket is detailed with an asymmetric paneled construction and features a diagonal zipper for a more experimental take on a black puffer.
Entire Studios SOA Puffer
Entire Studios' signature, boxy-fitting puffer jacket has been upgraded through patch pockets. The jacket comes stuffed with ethically sourced 90% duck down and 10% feather fill that gives it an oversized fit.
and wander Diamond Stitch Down Jacket
Arriving from the Japanese outdoor brand and wander, this jacket is crafted using Pertex Quantum, an ultra-thin nylon that is lightweight, water-repellent, and has excellent tear resistance and seam strength.
Rick Owens Babel Mountain Down Jacket
Nobody does puffer jackets quite like Rick Owens. The designer's sculptural Babel Mountain jacket, with its cropped shape, exaggerated sleeves, and oversized neck protection, provides a statement-making silhouette.
adidas Padded Jacket
Crafted entirely from recycled polyester, this simple zip-up jacket from the sportswear giant adidas comes decorated with its signature three stripes down each arm.
Jil Sander Down Jacket
Bound to add a pop of color to your winter wardrobe, the weather outside might be grey but there's no reason for your outerwear to also be.
Dries Van Noten Vorley Jacket
Over the course of his career, Dries Van Noten might just have perfected the art of statement dressing. With his penchant for bold prints, every collection brings new, colorful graphics to the mix and FW23 sees this puffer jacket upgraded through a floral print.
Jacquemus Le Chouchou 'La Doudoune Cocon' Jacket
This boxy-fitting puffer arrives with a distinctive asymmetrical front button fastening that acts as its defining feature. The insulated, water-repellent jacket has a big, puffy shape that's bound to keep you warm.
Meta Campania Collective Rob Cotton Down Bomber
Creating a wardrobe for artists is the name of the game for Meta Campania Collective and it does so without compromising on quality in any way. This minimal jacket is made from organic Italian cotton poplin that is treated with a water-resistant finish.
GmbH Zaman Puffer Jacket
Arriving from the Berlin-based label GmbH, this puffer jacket is detailed with an asymmetric paneled construction and features a diagonal zipper for a more experimental take on a black puffer.
Lemaire Puffer Jacket
Crafted from a technical cotton blend fabric and cut to an oversized fit, this jacket comes with the minimal look and precise tailoring that has made Lemaire so popular.
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