A petite knee length puffer coat for extreme cold, with a thick fill you can see
When the forecast is brutal, the length of a coat matters as much as the padding. This coat is quilted, thickly filled with cotton, and cut to fall around the knee on the model in our photos. That covers your hips and upper legs, which is where wind tends to get in first.
It is a petite knee length puffer coat for extreme cold in the sense that it is built for a serious winter: a hood with faux fur trim, a full-length front zipper, knit cuffs at the sleeves and zip pockets. It is not a technical mountaineering jacket, and we will not pretend it is. It is a warm, well-made everyday winter coat with a slim shape.
A note on the word "petite." The coat is sold in sizes M to XXXL, and the listing does not publish length measurements. On a shorter frame, a knee-length coat will usually sit lower than it does in the photos. We explain how to check this in the size guide below.
Why it works for women who need real winter warmth
If you spend time outside in the cold, waiting at a bus stop, walking a dog or standing at a sideline, you know that a short jacket leaves your legs exposed. A longer puffer solves that. The padding is thick, and the cut is slim, so you get warmth without a boxy outline.
A thick, quilted fill
The coat is quilted and padded with a thick cotton filling. The quilting keeps the fill in place across the body and sleeves instead of letting it slide and clump. In the photos the puffer looks full and well made, and the stitching lines are even.
The listing describes the thickness as "Thick," and that matches what we see. We do not have a published temperature rating, so we cannot give you a number. What we can say is that this is a heavy winter coat, not a light layer for chilly mornings.
A hood, cuffs and zip pockets that do their jobs
The hood has a faux fur trim that frames the face and blocks some of the wind around your cheeks and neck. The listing confirms the coat is hooded. Some other coats from the same supplier have detachable hoods, but we have not been able to confirm that for this one, so do not buy it expecting to take the hood off.
The sleeves are long and finish in knit cuffs, which sit snug around the wrists and help keep cold air from running up your arms. The pockets close with zips, so your phone, keys or gloves stay put when you are walking in the cold.
The front zipper runs the full length of the coat. That makes it easy to put on over bulky sweaters and easy to open at the bottom when you sit down.
Fabric and feel
The listing gives the outer material as cotton and polyester, described as broadcloth, with a cotton filling. The weave craft is listed as knit, which fits with the knit cuffs we see in the photos. We do not have percentages for the blend, and we do not have details about a lining, so we are not going to guess at either.
Broadcloth is a smooth, plain-woven fabric, and in the photos the surface looks even and slightly matte. The coat is solid in color with no pattern, and the zips are the only decoration. We also cannot say how water resistant it is, because the listing does not claim any water resistance. In heavy rain or wet snow, plan on an umbrella or a day when you can dry the coat afterward.
A cotton-filled coat will feel substantial. Expect some weight on your shoulders compared with a lightweight synthetic jacket. That weight is part of why it feels warm.
Care instructions
The listing does not include care instructions, so check the label sewn into the coat when it arrives and follow it. As general advice for a padded coat:
- Spot clean small marks with a damp cloth and a little mild soap.
- Avoid wringing or twisting the coat, because that can shift the padding.
- Dry the coat flat or hang it somewhere airy, and make sure it is completely dry before you store it.
- Keep it on a wide hanger so the shoulders hold their shape.
- Be careful with the faux fur trim. Brush it gently and keep it away from direct heat.
Size guide
The coat is offered in M, L, XL, XXL and XXXL. There is no small size.
How to measure
The supplier has not published a size chart for this coat, so use the chart above as a starting point and compare it with a coat you already own and like. Measuring a favorite coat flat takes five minutes and tells you more than any label.
- Chest or bust: Measure around the fullest part of your chest, keeping the tape level and snug but not tight.
- Waist: Measure around your natural waist, the narrowest part of your torso.
- Sleeve length: From the center of the back of your neck, along the top of your shoulder, to your wrist bone. Because the cuffs are knit, you have some flexibility at the wrist.
- Coat length: On a coat you own, measure from the base of the collar down to the hem. Then measure from the same point on your own body down to where you want the new coat to end, such as the middle of your knee.
Write the numbers down and compare them with the size chart when you order.
Which size should I choose?
The cut is slim, so we suggest planning for what you will wear underneath. If you want to layer a thick sweater or fleece under this coat, order the size that fits comfortably over those layers, not the size that fits a T-shirt.
If you are between sizes, size up. A padded coat that is too tight compresses the fill, which makes it less warm, and it makes the zipper harder to close over layers.
If you are petite, the main question is length, not width. The coat falls around the knee on the model in our photos. On a shorter frame it may reach mid-calf. Compare the coat length on the size chart with the measurement from your collar to your knee. If the coat is longer than you want, remember that a longer coat covers more of your legs in the cold, which some people prefer.
Please remember that all sales are final, so take the time to measure before you order.
How to style it
A slim, knee-length puffer is easy to dress. Here are a few combinations that work with this shape.
- With jeans and boots: The classic option. Straight or slim jeans and winter boots keep the outline clean.
- With leggings and a long sweater: The coat covers your hips, so a long sweater will not bunch awkwardly beneath it.
- With a dress or skirt: A knee-length coat over a midi dress or skirt keeps your legs warm. Add tights and boots.
- With work clothes: Wear it over trousers and a knit top on the way to work. The slim cut leaves room for a blazer if you size up.
Black and Grey are the most flexible colors and go with almost everything. White and Pink are lighter and show dirt more easily, but they brighten a gray winter day. Add a scarf and gloves in a contrasting color and the faux fur trim will frame your face nicely.
Where else you can wear it
This is a coat for any situation where you will be outside for a while in the cold:
- Commuting to work or school, including long waits for a bus or train
- Walking the dog early in the morning or late at night
- Watching kids' games or other outdoor events
- Holiday trips to colder places
- Shopping, errands and weekend walks
- Dinner out, when you want to stay warm on the walk from the car
It is a casual coat. It is a good choice for daily life, not formal events.
Shipping
Free standard shipping to all 50 US states. Orders are made to order and ship from our production partner within 1 to 3 business days, then arrive in about 7 to 14 business days. You get a tracking link by email as soon as your order ships.
All sales are final
All sales are final. Because every item is made to order, we do not accept returns or exchanges for change of mind or fit, so please check the size information before ordering. If your order arrives damaged, defective or not as described, email us within 14 days of delivery with a photo and we will send a replacement or a refund.
Contact us
Email hello@coatraven.com. A real person replies within one business day.
Why shop with Coat Raven
Coat Raven is a shop for coats, and nothing else. We choose coats based on what the product photos and specs actually show, and we compare similar options before we list one. For this coat, we looked at several mid-length puffers and picked this one because it had the best combination of price, order count and rating among the options that fit the description.
We write our product pages with the facts we have, and we say so when we do not have something, like a published size chart or a temperature rating. That way you know what you are buying. The price is $99, shipping to the US is free, and if something arrives damaged, defective or wrong, we will replace it or refund you.
Frequently asked questions
Is this coat warm enough for extreme cold?
It has a thick cotton fill, a hood with faux fur trim, knit cuffs and a full-length zipper, and the listing describes it as thick and made for winter. There is no published temperature rating, so we cannot promise performance at a specific temperature. For very cold days, layer a warm sweater underneath and wear a hat, scarf and gloves.
Is the hood detachable?
We cannot confirm that. The photos show a hood with a faux fur trim, and the listing says the coat is hooded. Treat it as a fixed hood.
Will it fit if I am petite?
The coat is available in M to XXXL, with no small size. It is slim and falls around the knee on the model, so on a shorter frame it will probably sit lower. Check the coat length on the size chart against your own measurements before ordering.
Does it have pockets?
Yes. The coat has zip pockets, which keep your belongings secure.
Can I return it if it does not fit?
All sales are final, so we cannot accept returns or exchanges for fit or change of mind. If the coat arrives damaged, defective or is the wrong item, we will replace it or refund you within 14 days of delivery.
