Samuel The 9 Best Coat Brands to Buy Your Winter Jackets from This Season
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High-quality and functional winter coats tend to be an investment, so you want to ensure that you’re putting your money towards from the right purchases. Whether you live in a winter wonderland like Minnesota or are from a mild winter climate such as California, knowing where to shop for your given weather conditions is key to buying a winter coat that will last you several seasons.
The Best Winter Coat Brands, at a Glance
- Best Overall: Canada Goose
- Best for Everyday: Fjallraven
- Best Puffer Coats: Aritzia
- Best Value: Quince
- Best for Snow: Burton
- Best Athletic: Columbia
- Most Stylish: Abercrombie & Fitch
- Best for Outdoor: The North Face
- Best Size Range: Eddie Bauer
As we all know, there are tons of options across the Internet, from heavy-duty parkas to lightweight thermal jackets that can be used as a layering tool. If you invested in one specific kind of coat last year—such as a long puffer jacket—it could be wise to introduce a different style into your wardrobe to give it some variety, such as a double-breasted wool coat (which will keep you just as cozy!)
Whatever the case—and your personal preference—we founded up 9 of the best winter coat brands that offer a surplus of options that are efficient, long-lasting and stylish. From pieces at splurge-worthy companies like Canada Goose to more budget-friendly picks from Abercrombie & Fitch, there’s no shortage of winter coats out there to keep you protected and warm all season long. Plus, some of the items on our list are currently on sale.
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Canada Goose
Canada Goose Junction Parka Black LabelCanada GooseBest overallJunction Parka Black LabelAs far as winter coats are concerned, no one does it quite like Canada Goose. Whether you live in sub-zero temperatures or have more mild winters, there is a coat for you. This season, we’re eyeing the Junction Parka Black Label coat, which is a sleek and stylish parka designed with lightweight construction, so it’s great for commuting in the city. Despite its lightweight design, the winter coat is actually supremely warm and can withstand up to -4 degrees Fahrenheit. It also has a removable hood, giving you plenty of styling options this winter.Sizes Available: 2XL-3XL
Material: Recycled nylon, down, feathers
Colors: 4
Grandview Cropped Jacket Black LabelIf you prefer a more cropped fit when it comes to winter coats, the Grandview Cropped Jacket is another stellar choice. Despite its shorter design, its material of Recycled Organic Arctic Tech® will protect you against extreme climates and temperatures—as cold as 5 degrees Fahrenheit—and repel water from seeping in. Plus, it’s pretty stylish.Sizes Available: XS-XL
Material: Recycled polyester, organic cotton
Colors: 5 -
Fjallraven
Image Credit: Fjallraven Best for EverydayHC Hydratic Padded JacketFjallraven makes some of the most functional—and stylish—jackets, making it an excellent choice to shop for an everyday winter coat, such as the HC Hydratic Padded Jacket. This jacket is designed with flexibility in mind, allowing you to wear it for everything from outdoor activities to commuting. It features a padded construction (but without the quilting you often see in parkas) and is completely waterproof, too, so it’s great for wet climates, such as the Pacific Northwest.Sizes Available: 2XS-XL
Material: Recycled polyester, polyurethane, recycled polyamide
Colors: 3
Expedition Down Lite Jacket WIf you hate a winter coat that weighs you down, the Expedition Down Lite Jacket W balances warmth and a lightweight feel effortlessly. While it was designed with milder winter climates in mind, it’s perfect for those days when you want a protective layer but don’t want to bundle up to the extreme. It comes with spacious pockets, a roomy hood and synthetic padding across the shoulders.Sizes Available: XXS-XL
Material: Recycled polyamide, polyester, goose down feathers
Colors: 9 -
Aritzia
AritziaBest Puffer CoatsThe Super Puff₂O Mid – RainstopAritzia is home to the Super Puff jacket, which is one of our all-time favorite winter coats. After trying several styles, we were impressed by the Super Puff₂O Mid – Rainstop coat because it has that super puff warmth, is long enough to provide coverage to the upper legs, and is completely waterproof (which is not always the case with snow coats), so it’s excellent for wet climates. The jacket can also withstand frigid temperatures down to -22 degrees Fahrenheit, which is quite impressive for its price point.Sizes Available: 3XS-XL
Material: Nylon, polyurethane, polyamide, goose down, goose feathers, polyester, elastane
Colors: 9
The Super Puff Shorty – cliMATTE™That said, you can’t go wrong with trying any of the other Super Puff styles from Aritzia. Another favorite on our list is The Super Puff Shorty cliMATTE—just ask our shopping editor who swears by it—because it has all the water-repellent and wind-resistant fabric of its counterparts, but in a sleek, more cropped style.Sizes Available: 3XS-2XL
Material: Nylon, goose down, goose feathers, polyester, elastane
Colors: 8 -
Quince
QuinceBest ValueResponsible Down Long Puffer JacketWhen you want a high-end item without forking over designer price points, Quince is the best place to shop—and it’s also one of the best winter coat brands. The Responsible Down Long Puffer Jacket is one of our favorite styles this year, not just because it has an under $200 price tag, but because it’s actually super functional, warm and goes with virtually anything.The long parka coat is water- and wind-resistant and has fleece-lined pockets for added warmth and a removable hood for styling versatility. Its construction is also simple enough to wear every day, and it can be easily dressed up or down, especially if you get it in a more neutral color like black or navy.
Sizes Available: XS-XL
Material: Recycled polyester, nylon, elastane, goose down, goose feathers
Colors: 10
Italian Wool Classic Single-Breasted CoatPuffers aren’t for everyone, so if you’d rather bundle up in Quince’s Italian Wool Classic Single-Breasted Coat, we wouldn’t bat an eye. One of the brand’s best-sellers, the long winter coat is made from premium Italian Melton Wool that feels as luxurious as it looks. It has that classic design that will go with just about anything, and is perfect for those nights that call for a dressier moment.Sizes Available: XS-XL
Material: Italian wool, nylon, polyester
Colors: 6 -
Abercrombie & Fitch
Abercrombie & FitchMost StylishWool-Blend Tailored TopcoatOn Sale 32% offWe don’t know about you, but we are still not over Abercrombie & Fitch’s glow up. The brand is home to some of the best-fitting jeans, comfy sweaters, and a collection of stylish winter coats. If you have your heart set on a wool peacoat look, we love the Wool-Blend Tailored Topcoat, which is constructed from a breathable and cozy wool and polyester blend and available in regular, petite, and tall sizes. The jacket isn’t the warmest option on our list (you’ll want to look at the more functional parkas on that front) but it is still cozy enough for early winter months and makes for a chic layering piece.
Sizes Available: 2XS-XL (regular, petite, and tall sizes available)
Material: Polyester, wool
Colors: 5
Short Button-Through Wool-Blend CoatOn Sale 15% offAnother option best suited for milder days, the Short Button-Through Wool-Blend Coat is your classic shorter design that features a fold-down collar and side pockets for your hands (or daily essentials). You can also easily dress it up or down, depending on where you’re headed.Sizes Available: XXS-XL
Material: Polyester, wool
Colors: 2 -
Columbia
ColumbiaBest AthleticColumbia Women’s Arctic Crest Down JacketOn Sale 25% offActive lifestyles require a winter coat that can keep up—and Columbia has you covered. The brand makes all sorts of winter coats, including puffer jackets, but we’re fans of the Women’s Arctic Crest Down Jacket as a functional piece that you can throw on over athletic gear, whether you’re running through the streets or hiking up a mountain. The jacket might not look that warm considering its thickness, but it’s actually designed with Omni-Heat for maximum warmth and utilizes solar energy to keep you warm while wearing. It’s also moisture-resistant to keep you nice and dry in wet climates.Sizes Available: XS-2XL
Material: Goose down, nylon
Colors: 3
Columbia Women’s Suttle Mountain™ Long Insulated JacketOn Sale 25% offEven if you don’t partake in winter sports all that often, Columbia still has some great everyday options for surviving the winter cold. This long jacket protects against light snow and rain with a water-resistant fabric, and its thermal-reflective lining and synthetic down insulation offers top-tier warmth. Plus, it has some additional features that make it a worthy sidekick for the colder months, like a 2-way front zipper and snaps, an adjustable hood with a chin guard and snap-closed hand pockets.Sizes Available: XS-XXL
Material: Polyester
Colors: 7 -
The North Face
The North FaceBest for OutdoorWomen’s Cirque Down JacketWhether you need a winter coat for running or want a style you can hike in, The North Face has you covered. From packable parkas to chic puffer jackets, the brand has so many different options to choose from. This season, we’re obsessed with the Women’s Cirque Down Jacket, which is functional enough to wear skiing or snowboarding and stylish enough for everyday looks. The heavyweight jacket is made from recycled polyester, wind-resistant, and features ultra-warm goose-down insulation to ward off the cold.Sizes Available: XS-2XL
Material: Recycled polyester, goose down
Colors: 2
Women’s Arctic ParkaIf you want to invest in a jacket that will last through thick and thin, a parka design is the way to go. This one was crafted for the everyday adventure, whether you’re hustling through city streets or hiking in the mountains, and can withstand both wet and cold climates. It also has a roomy fit for layering, if you want to throw on a sweater underneath (though we doubt you’ll need it).Sizes Available: XS-XXL, in regular and plus sizing
Material: Recycled polyester, recycled waterfowl down, acrylic, modacrylic
Colors: 7 -
Burton
BurtonBest for SnowWomen’s Burton Prowess 2.0 2L JacketYou don’t have to partake in winter sports to add a Burton jacket to your wardrobe. If you live in a snowy area and are looking for a style that will keep you warm and dry while shoveling, sledding, or throwing snowballs in your front yard, consider the Women’s Burton Prowess 2.0 2L Jacket. This jacket is technically a snowboarding jacket, but its sleek style and functional design make it a fantastic coat for regular wear, too.Sizes Available: 2XS-2XL
Material: Stretch polyester, fleece
Colors: 3
Women’s Burton Loyil Down JacketAnother very similar style from Burton, the Loyil Down Jacket hits pretty high on the breathability, warmth and waterproofing ratings. It has water-resistant DRYRIDE fabric that keeps water from getting inside and an ethically-sourced high-loft 700-fill down that traps heat efficiently without leaving you sweating.Sizes Available: XXS-XL
Material: Responsibly-sourced down, polyester
Colors: 4 -
Eddie Bauer
Eddie BauerBest Size RangeWomen’s Sun Valley Down ParkaOn Sale 15% offWinter coat brands don’t always have the best size range, so we’re always impressed by Eddie Bauer’s selection. The brand’s sizes range includes regular, petite, tall, and plus sizes, and many jackets also come in lots of colors and styles, too. For an everyday look, go with the Women’s Sun Valley Down Parka, which features a universal fit (that means it’s not too tight and also not too relaxed—so it’s roomy enough for your chunky sweaters) and has a water-repellent finish to keep you dry from snow and rain.Sizes Available: XS-2XL (regular); XS-XL (petite); S-2XL (tall); 1X-3X (plus)
Material: Nylon, polyester, cotton, down
Colors: 13
Women’s Microlight Down JacketOn Sale 14% offThe Microlight Down Jacket is the perfect addition to your wardrobe for those days when you need something lightweight and quick to throw on, whether you’re heading to pilates or picking up groceries at the store. Despite its minimal design, its high thermal efficiency will keep you protected, and the water-repellent finish ensures you can get caught in the rain without ending up soaking wet. It also has loops that allow it to act as an insulated layer for any of the brand’s thicker jacket shells.Sizes Available: XXS-XXL
Material: Polyester, down
Colors: 6
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