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13 warmest women's winter coats and puffer jackets—shop The North Face, Athleta and Patagonia

Here are the most popular women's winter coats from Athleta, Amazon, The North Face and more.
Here are the most popular women's winter coats from Athleta, Amazon, The North Face and more.

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It's never too early to prepare for a blustery winter. As people look for the best ways to bundle up as temperatures drop, puffer jackets have become all the rage, with celebrities and fashion influencers alike seen stepping out in the marshmallow-like coats.

If you're looking for a puffer or two to add to your own wardrobe, below are 13 of the most popular women's winter jackets you can buy right now. Some top picks include the iconic North Face puffer coat, a viral Amazon jacket and a few sportier options from brands like Athleta and lululemon.

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1. The North Face Thermoball Eco Jacket

The North Face Thermoball Eco Jacket offers warmth in a lightweight package.
The North Face Thermoball Eco Jacket offers warmth in a lightweight package.

The Women's Thermoball Eco Jacket 2.0 from The North Face is an alternative to the brand's classic Nuptse. It has all the classic North Face features, but with a stylish modern silhouette and recycled insulation. The coat hits right at your hips, so your entire torso will still be covered. Available in eight colors, it comes in women's sizes XS to 3X.

From $139.30 at The North Face

2. The Amazon Coat

This viral winter coat is bound to make you look adorable while you brave the outdoors.
This viral winter coat is bound to make you look adorable while you brave the outdoors.

Meet the Orolay Women's Thickened Down Jacket—the coat that has been all over social media for the last few years. Dubbed #TheAmazonCoat (it even has an entire Instagram page dedicated to it), this utilitarian parka has over 23,000 reviews for being as warm as it is fashionable. One Reviewed shopping editor said the jacket has become one of her all-time favorite coats. She loves how roomy and comfortable it is and that you can unzip the sides for wider hips or more ease of movement. Available in 13 colors and prints, it comes in women's sizes XXS to 5X.

From $159.99 at Amazon

3. Amazon Essentials Women’s Packable Puffer Coat

Amazon Essentials Women’s Packable Puffer Coat is perfect for budget-aware shoppers.
Amazon Essentials Women’s Packable Puffer Coat is perfect for budget-aware shoppers.

If you’re looking for a high-quality yet more affordable winter coat, the Amazon Essentials Women's Lightweight Water-Resistant Hooded Puffer Coat with more than 13,000 reviews fits the bill. It's light enough for everyday wear yet warm enough to protect against colder temperatures. It also comes with a small bag that it can be packed into when you take it off and it's even machine-washable to boot. Available in 18 colors, it comes in women's sizes XS to 6X.

From $13.49 at Amazon

4. Athleta Whisper Featherless Parka

A drawcord allows the Whisper Featerless Parka to cinch at the waist for a more tailored fit.
A drawcord allows the Whisper Featerless Parka to cinch at the waist for a more tailored fit.

The Whisper Featherless Parka from Athleta is a highly rated, lightweight jacket that adds warmth without any unnecessary bulk. Rather than traditional down-filled puffers, this women's winter coat employs a recycled Thinsulate layer to keep you warm. With a quilted three-quarter length, bungee cord to adjust fit at the waist, hood and multiple pockets, the parka is both fashionable and functional. One eager reviewer said: "The weight is perfect for those crisp fall days and nights, or late winter, too. Even a quick run into the store with this coat on will allow comfort from the temps in winter. Not to mention the overall quilted style, which looks high-end! The smaller quilt on the sleeves really flatters, and distracts the eye from the puffier part of the body. I can see that a lot of thought went into the design of this jacket, and I am sincerely impressed. High five, Athleta!" Available in two colors, it comes in women's sizes XXS to 3X.

$229 at Athleta

5. Calvin Klein Chevron Quilted Down Jacket

This Calvin Klein chevron puffer is available in 12 different colors.
This Calvin Klein chevron puffer is available in 12 different colors.

Calvin Klein isn't only known for its eye-catching and sometimes controversial ad campaigns, but also for its stylish outerwear. The Chevron Quilted Packable Down Jacket is no exception. It features cozy down insulation and a longer length that hits just above the knees for added warmth. The chevron detailing is not only eye-catching but also slimming, according to many of its over 3,000 reviewers. People also rave that the winter coat is durable and timeless, so it's something you can keep in your closet and wear for years to come. Available in 12 colors, it comes in women's sizes XS to 3X.

From $56.40 at Amazon

6. lululemon Wunder Puff Cropped Jacket

The Wunder Puff Crop is a high fashion look in statement colors.
The Wunder Puff Crop is a high fashion look in statement colors.

Fans of lululemon's popular athleisure will likely love the Wunder Puff Cropped Jacket. Reviewers praise the coat for its unique features: a high collar, a cinchable hem, water-repellent down and interior pockets including a hidden phone sleeve. The Wunder Puff is cropped for a modern, stylish look, though reviewers suggest sizing down as the coat runs large. We recommend the Everglade Green or the Grenadine Red for a vibrant style statement. Available in four colors, it comes in women's sizes 0 to 14.

From $278 at lululemon

7. The North Face Women’s Arctic Parka

The North Face Arctic Parka is big on warmth and style.
The North Face Arctic Parka is big on warmth and style.

If you live in a place where it hurts to breathe when you step outside due to the cold, the Women's Arctic Parka from The North Face is the coat for you. Filled with goose down, the puffy women's jacket is waterproof, has a removable hood and hits mid-thigh to keep as much of your body warm. One Reviewed staffer said that her North Face parka makes her feel like she is wearing a lightweight sleeping bag—in the best way possible. Available in eight colors, it comes in women's sizes XS to 3X.

$300 at Dick's Sporting Goods

8. L.L.Bean Ultrawarm Coat

The faux fur hood is easily removable.
The faux fur hood is easily removable.

The name of the Ultrawarm Coat by L.L.Bean coat says it all: It really is "ultra warm," according to reviewers. Made with 650-fill-power down, the three-quarter length parka has a two-way zipper and a snap closure to keep heat in and cold out. L.L.Bean also has a rating system for all of their coats, and this one earned the "Warmest Rating," claiming to keep you warm in cold temperatures as low as -40 degrees Fahrenheit. Available in six colors, it comes in women's sizes XS to 3X.

$239 at L.L.Bean

9. Cole Haan Quilted Long Down Coat

The Cole Haan Taffeta Quilted Long Down Coat from Cole Haan is definitely a worthy winter coat.
The Cole Haan Taffeta Quilted Long Down Coat from Cole Haan is definitely a worthy winter coat.

If you're a believer that the longer the coat, the better, the Taffeta Quilted Long Down Coat from Cole Haan is a worthy pick. It's a favorite among hundreds of Nordstrom shoppers for its sophisticated design, mid-calf length and spacious hood. It even has an inner bib that you can zip up for an added layer of protection and warmth against the bitter winter wind. Plus, this coat comes in petite sizes so if you fall on the short side, your full-length coat won’t drag on the ground as you walk through the slush. Available in three colors, it comes in women's sizes XS to XL.

From $134.45 at Amazon

10. Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket

The Nano Puff Jacket is ideal for chilly nights or under a coat as an insulating layer.
The Nano Puff Jacket is ideal for chilly nights or under a coat as an insulating layer.

Patagonia's Nano Puff Jacket has over 900 glowing reviews, and it's not hard to see why. The lightweight puffer features zippered hand warmer pockets as well as zippered chest pockets, a drawcord hem to seal in warmth and an attractive quilting pattern that adds durability to the textile. This Patagonia jacket is warm on its own for those chilly nights, but can also be layered under a medium-weight coat as an insulating layer. Bonus: Patagonia donates 1% of its annual sales to nonprofits that are dedicated to preserving and protecting the environment. Available in 11 colors, the Nano Puff Jacket is available in women's sizes XXS to XXL.

$229 at Patagonia

11. Valuker Women’s Down Parka

Choose from neutrals, bright hues, and even a camo print.
Choose from neutrals, bright hues, and even a camo print.

The one downside to many puffer coats is that they aren't always figure-flattering. Fortunately, the Valuker Down Coat with Fur Hood with 90% Down Parka Puffer Jacket solves that problem. Many of its over 7,500 Amazon reviewers praise the waist-cinching fit that provides some shape without taking away from the coat's functionality. The puffer also boasts a hood with a removable faux fur trim, an interior security pocket, and a water-repellent shell that will hold up against sleet or snow. Available in 13 colors and prints, it comes in women's sizes XXS to 3X.

From $89.99 at Amazon

12. Aritzia The Super Puff Long

Nothing says that you're ready for winter quite like a long puffer coat.
Nothing says that you're ready for winter quite like a long puffer coat.

Canadian brand Aritzia went viral in 2020 thanks to TikTok—and now celebs like Kendall Jenner are big fans. The Super Puff Long puffer coat is a cult favorite, garnering many 5 star reviews. It's beloved for its weight, rated to warm to -40 degrees Fahrenheit, water repellent fabric and removable hood. The storm cuffs come with a thumbhole, offering you another way to keep the cold out and the warmth in. Available in 27 colors, it comes in women's sizes 3XS to 2XL. You can also choose from seven fabrics and finishes: matte, iridescent, corduroy, high gloss, soft shine, liquid shine and wool tech.

$350 at Aritzia

13. Athleta Inlet Jacket

Try the Athleta Inlet Jacket for workouts on chilly days.
Try the Athleta Inlet Jacket for workouts on chilly days.

Trying to run or work out in a regular coat is not ideal. Enter the Inlet Jacket, a popular puffer from Athleta. The body of the coat is quilted and insulated but the arms are made of a stretchy fabric that allows your arms to move freely so you don't feel restricted. The removable hood has adjustable bungee cords and the sleeves feature convenient thumb holes for some additional warmth around your hands on those extra cold days. Available in four colors, it comes in women's sizes XXS to 3X.

From $179 at Athleta

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