Puffer Coats Do's & Dont's

By The Smart Stylist on October 24, 2008 9:00 AM | Permalink | Comments (0)

It's undeniable that puffer coats are the keeping us warm for those cold fall and winter nights. But sacrificing style over comfort shouldn't be an excuse to look like a walking marshmallow or a shapeless lumpy blob. There are puffers that are stylish and functional at the same time. Here some points to consider when you're shopping for a puffer coat.

Don't wear puffer coats that makes you look like you're wearing a man's coat. They tend to make you look heavier. Opt for coats that shows off your silhouette and contours the shape of your body. Tip: Wearing a belt gives your puffer coat a very chic look and a waistline!

NO MAN COATS!

Helmut Lang Puffer Jacket
$830.00 Shopbop

YES TO CHIC COATS

Prada Fur Trim Puffer Jacket
$1,990.00 Saks

Take it easy on the puffs. More puffs doesn't mean it will keep you warmer. All it does is make you look like a lumpy mess. Go with clean, sleek and simple designs. Look as effortless as possible.

WAY TO MUCH PUFFS!

Juicy Couture Long Jacket
$428.00 Saks

PUFFED PERFECT!

GAP Long Puffer Jacket
$108.00 GAP

Don't wear puffer coats that literally puffs you up! The basic construction of puffer coat is stitching and stuffing. Visually look slimmer with stitching that makes the eye move inward not outward.

WIDENING STITCH