Jan 10, 2016

Crucial: How to Look Cute While Wearing a Puffy Jacket

by Allyson Payer

Stumped as to how to style a puffy coat without looking like a flotation device? It’s easier than you think. And because it’s January, we’re here with a few celeb-inspired tips to ensure that you're wearing your puffy jacket in the most flattering, stylish way possible. Although it’s been an unseasonably warm winter for much of the country, the season is far from over, and nothing will keep you warmer and offer better protection from the elements than a puffer. Fact.

Click through to see how to look cute while wearing a puffer, and to shop our favorite options on the market!

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Look as sleek as Olivia Palermo does in a puffy jacket by belting it and sticking with a figure-flattering dark color palette and proportion-balancing slim bottoms.

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A cropped, fitted style like Kendall Jenner’s jacket exposes the waistline, ensuring that you won’t be swallowed by a sea of quilted nylon.

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Wear a chunky sweater under your puffer, à la Dakota Johnson. That way, you won’t have to hide your figure by zipping it to your neck. Bonus points for the cinched-in waist of her long puffer.

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Layer your puffy jacket over a sweater and moto jacket, for a Cara Delevingne–inspired look. With the extra layers, you won’t freeze when doing the fashion-girl drape with your puffer.

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Follow the example of Heidi Klum and pair your puffy jacket with equally sporty pieces for an effortless casual-cool look.

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