I’m not sure about where you are, but we’ve had more extreme weather than normal this winter here in the PNW (hi, ice storm!). And so marks the longest coat-wearing streak of my life (and still going). Given my need to stay warm and to stay dry, I’m narrowing my search to the puffer. They’re pretty much all an investment, but we’re no stranger to expensive outdoor apparel in Seattle. If I am to spend the $$$, though, I want it to be high quality and sustainably made. I’ll probably never decide on one, but here’s the best and most eco-friendly designs I’ve come across so far.
16 sustainable puffer jackets for the cold and rain
Photo by Ariana Ferwerda, the co-founder and CEO of Halfdays
For those in cold weather climates, you’ll want to peruse the whole Halfdays site. Everything looks so warm and chic… perhaps it’s because it’s made for skiiers, designed by fashion-forward women for women.
When I got an ad for the recycled nylon Davis Convertible Jacket – with recycled materials used in the lining, outer, and insulation – I literally stopped what I was doing to add it to this post. I haven’t tried this yet myself but it’s at the top of my list. And because I can’t go without a hood in Seattle, the Golden Bucket Hat is a must to pair. One of the recent reviews says, “Cost per wear girlies should get this jacket”. I mean…
The Very Warm specializes in, well, warm, unisex puffers and parks and the Long Hooded Puffer (love this coral) featuring recycled nylon and fill, is on major sale!
Girlfriend Collective’s Crystal Packable Puffer is made from recycled plastic bottles and is currently available in 6 colors. (xxs-6xl)
New for 2023, the Girlfriend Recycled Puffer comes in cropped, midi, or long styles. They all come in “ballerina” this ultra blush hue, along with an earthy green, grey, black, and more. The cropped puffer also comes in a red I love! Conscious consumers rave about these puffer jackets as warm and long lasting!
Bernardo Blush Belted Puffer Jacket is made of recycled polyester. I have a recycled rain jacket from this brand and am really happy with the quality and more affordable price point than many other sustainable coats (wait for a Nordstrom sale or try the Rack!). Here’s another fave neutral. (xs-xxl) FYI: They do mens as well.
I also love this Lite Quilted Coat from them! (xs-xxl)
Floral Explosion Bomber Jacket by State of Georgia is made from regenerated nylon derived from ocean waste. (xs-xxl) Print available in a gorgeous blouse too!
Backcountry Raglan ALLIED Down Parka is made with 100% recycled polyester and Allied Feather Certified Down. Also in black! (xs-xl) Currently 65% off!
PE Nation’s Represent Jacket is a convertible crop puffer jacket made with 100% recycled nylon. Looks amazing as a vest too! For a similar look, the Runaround Jacket is made with recycled polyester. (xxs-xxxl)
Their Direction Jacket (currently sold out, see others here) is also recycled, this time with polyester, and is reversible! (xxs-xxl)
Frank and Oak The Lykke Puffer Coat in Purple (xs-xl) is unfortunately no longer sold, but this brand has other puffer jackets for 2023 here.
Quince Responsible Down Puffer Jacket comes in stone, blue, red, and black. This may not be the most sustainable puffer jacket on the list (a mix of different materials, some recycled; check product listing) but it is on the more affordable end as far as susty jackets go! (xs-xxl)
Cuyana’s stunning Balloon Sleeve Light Puffer is made with 100% recycled polyester. (xs-xl)
They also offer a convertible puffer that can be worn as an oversized vest.
Pow Recycled Insulated Jacket from Passenger is 100% recycled right down to the insulation. (xs-xxl)
Patagonia Women’s Downdrift Jacket is fair trade and even features recycled down. (xs-xxl)
Patagonia also has a parka version for all the sustainable snow bunnies out there. BTW, we all know Patagonia is known for expensive outdoor gear. They are a sustainable company that makes products to last (they even share repair DIY videos to help you keep your clothing out of landfills as long as possible), and the price point really reflects that. Don’t forget to peruse their Worn Wear pre-owned site before buying new, which features secondhand Patagonia gear, in case there’s something for you there. (xxs-xxl)
All of Norden’s garments, like the Sky Blue Puffer Jacket, are made with recycled and repurposed materials. (xs-xxl)
Tentree quilted sustainable puffer jacket in cream and green, on sale now for $125 (xs-xl)
Shop more puffer coats below!
I’d love to hear where you shop for sustainable puffer jackets. Let me know and I’ll add to this list! Hopefully we can edit our article soon to add more size-inclusive companies. So few of the ones I found went above a xxl.
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