Meet your go-to winter staple.

Stay toasty during the cooler months with our roundup of the comfiest, stylish and warmest puffer jackets for women.

Puffer jackets have been a winter staple for decades but nowadays, they’re as fashionable as they are practical. More than just being the comfy cold-weather staple thrown on at the last minute, they’ve become a trendy fashion piece approved by fashion labels and celebrities. Plus, it’s practically impossible to step outside during the cooler months and not spot someone wearing a puffy silhouette.

Aside from being warm, the plush coasts are lightweight and durable, and some can even be folded up into a tiny pouch to become the perfect travel accompaniment.

But with so many choices on the market, it can be challenging navigating through all the coats to find your perfect match. So, we’ve gone ahead and rounded up the best ones that cater to a range of different needs and budgets. While some are more fashion statements, others are specifically designed to insulate your body in extremely cold climates.

Whatever your needs, rest assured there’s a puffer for you at a price point that suits your budget.

Cotton On Body Active The Recycled Cropped Mother Puffer, $59.99 at The Iconic

Cotton On Body Active The Recycled Cropped Mother Puffer. Image: The Iconic.Source:BodyAndSoul

This is one of Cotton On’s most loved outer pieces. It’s made with a durable water repellent fabric finish, fleece lined pockets to keep your hands toasty and is filled with plush polyester for the perfect warmth during the cooler months. Reviewers have also commented on how versatile the stylish cut is.

“Love it, so warm and easy to take away with me as I work out of town,” one person wrote. “I can wear it after my yoga class or funk it up to go out to dinner.

Another five-star reviewer said: “Love the cut and colour of this puffer! Wore it to a festival but also perfect for day to day wear!”

It comes in a range of great hues including a dreamy lilac, fresh light green and classic black.

P.E Nation Ramp Run Puffer Jacket, $299 at The Iconic

P.E Nation Ramp Run Puffer Jacket. Image: The Iconic.Source:BodyAndSoul

When buying any piece from P.E Nation, you’re guaranteed it’ll make you look a hundred times more stylish and will remain one of your favourite wardrobe items, which is exactly the case with the Ramp Run Puffer Jacket. With a subtle branded patch to the chest and simplistic design, this fashionable water repellent jacket will complement any outfit — throw it over your activewear as you head to the gym in the morning then pair it with pants or a day dress as you commute to and from work.

Best statement women’s puffer jackets

The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket, $500 at The Iconic

The North Face 1996 Retro Nupste Jacket. Image: The Iconic.Source:BodyAndSoul

If you’re willing to fork out a bit of cash for one of the most fashionable puffer jackets made from the highest-quality materials, The North Face 1996 Nuptse Jacket might be for you. Built for mountain and city life, it’s made with a lightweight ripstop shell with a durable water repellent finish and is filled with certified 700 down to keep you extra toasty and dry. Other notable features include the interior zip pocket, concealed hood that packs down into the collar, adjustable velcro cuffs and a bungee cinch cord through the hemline. If loud patterns aren’t your thing, The Iconic also stocks the same jacket in a delightful light pink colour.

Miss Shop Check Puffer Jacket, $59.97 at Myer

Miss Shop Check Puffer Jacket. Image: Myer.Source:BodyAndSoul

As much as we love black clothing, it’s always nice to jazz it up a bit with some fun patterns. This affordable jacket from Miss Shop features a strikingly stylish check print that’ll add a dose of personality to all your looks.

“Absolutely gorgeous - better than pic - comfortable and super padded,” one reviewer wrote. “Great dressed up with a maxi dress or with jeans and boots.”

A second person added: “Warm, thick and lightweight jacket. Perfect fit and true to size. Beautiful quality. Versatile look.”

French Connection Longline Puffer Jacket, $169.95 at Myer

French Connection Longline Puffer Jacket. Image: Myer.Source:BodyAndSoul

You just can’t go wrong with this puffer jacket from French Connection — it has a simplistic design, is on the more affordable end, is incredibly warm and the long line design makes it feel like you’re wearing a cosy big blanket. It’s also made from 100 per cent recycled materials and features a detachable hood and two pockets. Basically, it ticks all the boxes you want in a trusty puffer that won’t break your bank.

Seed Heritage Longline Puffer Jacket, $189.95 at Myer

Seed Heritage Longline Puffer Jacket. Image: Myer.Source:BodyAndSoul

If you love the design of the French Connection jacket but want a few more features, look no further than this one from Seed Heritage. It’s designed with a hood and collar for extra warmth, ribbed cuffs, four pockets and a genius drawstring at the waist to give the straight silhouette some definition. It comes in classic black or a fresh cream hue that are both easy to pair with any clothing.

The Renew Long Puffer, $337 at Everlane

The Renew Long Puffer. Image: Everlane.Source:BodyAndSoul

This list wouldn’t be complete without this puffer from Everlane that boasts an average of 4.46 out of five stars and over 1.3k ratings. You can look and feel good wearing it knowing each jacket is made from 60 recycled plastic bottles, dyed with ingredients that are safer for the environment and is filled with 100 per cent recycled high-performance Primaloft insulation.

One person summed up the jacket, saying: “This is my favourite winter coat I own! Very wind resistant, long and adequately warm. I love the cinch detailing and the zipper is very sturdy.”

Another Mile Jacket, $249 at Lululemon

Another Mile Jacket. Image: Lululemon.Source:BodyAndSoul

Most puffer jackets are too large to do any exercise in but that certainly doesn’t mean you have to freeze on your morning or evening runs or worse, skip them altogether because it’s too cold. There are countless reasons why investing in Lululemon’s Another Mile Jacket is essential for the cooler months and beyond. The inner layer can be removed so you can continue wearing it when the weather starts to warm up, it’s water-repellent and windproof (the PrimaLoft insulation stays warm even when wet) and on top of having zippered pockets, it also has a hidden phone sleeve. Just reading through all the five-star reviews is enough to have you adding it to your cart.

Women’s MerinoLoft Helix Jacket, $359.99 at Icebreaker

MerinoLoft Helix Jacket. Image: Icebreaker.Source:BodyAndSoul

This puffer from Icebreaker is perfect if you’re looking for a jacket with a bit more technology and the highest-quality materials. Made from MerinoLoft, a cruelty-free merino wool insulation, this special jacket has a super high warmth-to-weight ratio and is known to ward off body odour and regulate your body temperature, regardless of the weather. It’s designed with zippered hand pockets, a zippered interior security pocket, a zipper chin guard and an interior storm flap to prevent friction. Aside from being your outdoor winter running BFF, it would also make for the perfect companion for hiking and camping.

Calvin Klein Performance Down Filled Drama Collar Puffer Vest, $149.95 at Myer

Calvin Klein Performance Down Filled Drama Collar Puffer Vest. Image: MyerSource:BodyAndSoul

There are many reasons we believe everyone should add a puffer vest - specifically this one from Calvin Klein - to their wardrobe. They provide enough insulation to keep you warm while preventing you from overheating, they’re incredibly lightweight, take up less room in your bag, deliver better mobility with almost as much warmth, are easy to layer and generally speaking, are less expensive. Plus, this Calvin Klein one features a contoured back to give your body some shape and is down-filled so it’s extra warm while being lightweight.

As one five star reviewer commented: “​​Seriously, the duck down in this is heavenly warm, super-light, easy to clean and that magnificent collar zips all the way up to keep your neck warm.”

Another person wrote: “Stylish and warm puffer vest that’s not bulky and boxy.”

Atmos&Here Sleeveless Short Puffer Vest, $99.99 at The Iconic

Atmos&Here Sleeveless Short Puffer Vest. Image: The Iconic.Source:BodyAndSoul

For a more budget-friendly option, you can’t look past the Atmos&Here puffer. It’s padded with polyester instead of down so it won’t be as toasty as the Calvin Klein vest but will still provide you with plenty of warmth. Unlike most sleeveless jackets on the market, this one actually comes with a hood so you don’t have to worry about your head being exposed to the cold.

The perfect puffer jacket will vary between each individual. To choose the best puffer jacket for you, consider the following factors:

When purchasing a down-filled puffer jacket, you may notice numbers like 550FP and 900FP. The ‘FP’ refers to fill power and is a measurement that determines the ‘fluffiness’ of down. The higher the fill power, the better quality down that’s capable of trapping more air and providing more warmth (without being heavy). Generally speaking, the higher the fill power, the higher the price of the jacket. While 900FP is as good as it gets, the best fill power for you will depend on how warm and compressed you need your jacket to be.

Looking for more winter shopping guides? Check out our roundup of the best women’s rain jackets and the best high-waisted leggings. Plus, you can head over to our coupons page for all the latest deals.

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