Few items are as critical to a cold-weather wardrobe as the puffer jacket. It's nothing short of a must-have during the chilliest times of year, and while the puffer coat was once largely seen as a purely sensible item of clothing that exclusively served the purpose of protecting you from Arctic-level temps, this piece of outerwear has experienced a serious fashionable resurgence. Yes, the puffer jacket's most important function is to keep you warm and dry, but thanks to a plethora of new styles and silhouettes, it now serves its purpose on both fashionable and practical levels.

The cozy and comfy down puffer jacket offers insulation, warmth and a cozy look and feel. You can't go wrong with a classic black cut, but there are also more unexpected options, whether you want to venture away from neutrals and try a print, opt for a cropped silhouette or go all out with a full-length style. Below, peruse all the best puffer jackets that will have you actually looking forward to bundling up this season.

Columbia's Amaze Puff jacket comes in a few different lengths, but the mid silhouette hits that Goldilocks sweet spot—not too short, not too long. 650-fill powder down insulation easily traps heat without causing you to sweat, while a moisture-repelling finish and zippered, fleece-lined hand pockets complete the look.

$260, shop now

Gigi Hadid's cashmere brand, Guest in Residence, brings its knitwear tilt to the classic puffer jacket. This quilted version maintains the traditional shape, but in a wool-cashmere construction. The insulated jacket also happens to be reversible, so it's really like you're getting two coats in one.

$895, shop now

Embrace that Ralph Lauren Americana aesthetic with the brand's cable-knit classic down coat. The Polo jacket is outfitted with 750-fill-power down for lightweight warmth, along with a mock turtleneck, snap-off hood and rib-knit cuffs.

$698, shop now

This high 750-fill-power wind-resistant down puffer is incredibly warm and water-repellent, with a practical hood and flattering elastic belted waist. The contrast quilting adds an unexpected textural touch, while the down-insulated detachable hood and interior zippered pockets are a feat in understated utility.

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