Winters (and even late autumn) can be pretty brutal so, of course, your coat has to show that it means business. That doesn’t mean your style has to suffer though. Gone are the days when puffer jackets were all function and no fashion. Now, there are more gorgeous hues, proportions and prints around with endless designs that will make you look and feel chic. Plus, there are so many ways to wear them.
If you’re wondering just how to style a puffer jacket, we went ahead and made it easy for you by finding the best street style inspo and recreating each look. Keep scrolling for 11 puffer jacket outfits that’ll make winter dressing fun and elevated.
A subtle surprise
I know what you’re thinking. Puffer jackets lean into a more chill and/or edgier style, so you’re more prone to go with trainers or maybe even boots, but you can be a little more unexpected with a pair of preppy loafers – like our gal Hailey Bieber.
Stradivarius Short puffer jacket
A winter office siren
An oversized puffer coat, suit jacket, collared top, pencil skirt and ruby heels? Yeah, your workplace hasn’t seen fashion like this. If you can’t splurge on a pair of Miu Miu slingback pumps, no problem! There’s a version from Schuh that won't break the bank.
H&M Oversized down puffer jacket
A monochrome feel
Dressing in winter is much simpler when everything’s in the same colourway. Get cosy with a plush jogger set and wear your Adidas kicks for an effortless aesthetic.
Zara Short puffer anorak
Alo Yoga Waffle joggers
adidas Handball Spezial trainers
A vibrant effect
A bright puffer jacket will light up any drab winter day and baggy cargo jeans will keep you looking cool as you keep warm. Add a graphic tee for more edge.
Desigual Padded coat
Urban Outfitters Lucky spade t-shirt
A cosy appeal
Over the river and through the woods to grandmother’s house we go... To steal her quilt and transform it into a cool puffer jacket you can wear with your fave denim and suede boots.
Abercrombie High-rise relaxed jeans
Mango Block-heel suede ankle boots
An illusionary look
Trick everyone into thinking you’re wearing a trench coat when you’re really in a long puffer. Toughen up the ensemble with tonal sunglasses and stompy boots.
Matt and Nat ZUKE Chelsea boots
A camo uniform
Choose your fighter to survive the chilly season! I’m betting on a camo puffer jacket, a hoodie, scuba skirt and heavy-duty leather boots. You can accessorise with a bold-hue bag and a leather cap to show the weather you’re in charge.
Mango mini shiny handbag
Camper Brown leather Chelsea boots
A cropped vibe
Anything mini is always a moment. Layer up with sleeveless knits and collared tops. Pair with grey trousers and bold strappy shoes.
Fabletics Cropped hooded puffer
Sezane Mottled grey Damon trousers
A Barbiecore aesthetic
At this point, you just can’t escape Barbiecore. This winter, subtly hint at the trend with a pale pink puffer jacket, a white knit set and some cute Mary Janes.
Reformation Kenna knit two piece
Coach Angelina Mary Jane
A dramatic outfit
Go for drama with a long down coat, but take it a step further and layer with a quilted, puffer-like gilet. Just add sleek knee-high boots.
Monsoon Phoebe fleece puffer coat
River Island Grey quilted gilet
An arctic vibe
Lean into the chill with some cream-toned attire. Bring in a little contrast with tights and top it all off with some fuzzy boots. You’ll look like you’re made for winter.
MANGO Hood quilted coat
& Other Stories Textured knit shorts
Tarah-Lynn Saint-Elien is the fashion editor at Cosmopolitan, writing weighty and witty stories that run the gamut of gushing over Zendaya to convincing you of everything you need in your closet! She began her journey in the industry with a fashion and faith blog and an internship at Elle about 10 years ago. Since then, she's also served as the style editor at The Haitian Times. The Haitian-American pageant queen is Miss Supranational Haiti 2024, a Syracuse Masters graduate, and the author of three books, including: Claim Your Crown. Follow her on Instagram and TikTok: @iamtarahlynn.
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