No one likes being cold. And with winter in full force, you'll need one of the best down jackets to keep you warm during school drop-offs, on the ski slopes and everywhere in between. But I’m not talking about the overly puffy downs that make you look like a giant marshmallow while you trudge through the snow—though I do love me a super puffy coat. There are plenty of stylish options for everyone that balance functional warmth with fashionable flair. There are even some jackets under $150 that are just as impressive and warm as some of the best coats at Canada Goose, plus plenty of winter coats for short women, too. Whether you’re spending your winters in extreme temperatures and need a supreme Canada Goose parka ($1,675) or just want to look chic by the lodge in the glossy Super Puff jacket from Aritzia (was $275; now $220), there’s a coat out there for you. Here are the 12 best down jackets to keep you bundled up all season long.

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Between freelance writer Courtney Campbell and myself, we’ve spent many a winter trudging through the icy streets of Boston, New England, New Jersey, New York and London, so we’ve had our fair share of experience searching for the perfect down jacket. Plus, in addition to asking my stylish and savvy colleagues about their favorite down jackets, I scrolled through trending options that reviewers on social media have confirmed can keep things cozy while withstanding frigid weather, like the TikTok-famous Aritzia Super Puff jacket ($280) and the viral Orolay parka (was $150; now $126) from Amazon, both which come highly recommended by PureWow editors. From there, I curated a list of the top-rated picks at various price points and lengths to suit a variety of needs and weather conditions. To ensure you find the warmest option, I looked for jackets with at least 600-fill-power down, although you'll also find some synthetic down alternatives on this list.

The 14 Best Winter Jackets for Extreme Cold, So You Won’t Be Left Shivering

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