A quilted lightweight packable puffer coat for travel that folds down small
Some coats are great at home and a nuisance on the road. This one is built the other way around. It is a quilted lightweight packable puffer coat for travel, filled with white duck down, and it comes with a compact stuff sack so you can shrink it down and slip it into a tote or carry-on.
The coat has horizontal channel quilting, a fixed hood, a full-length front zip and plain cuffs on long sleeves. The cut is hip length and straight in the photos. It is a solid color, with no logos or trim, so it goes with almost anything you already own.
It weighs about 300g, which is very light for a coat with down in it. The down weight is listed as under 100g, so think of this as a light layer of warmth rather than a deep-winter parka. At $99 with free shipping to the US, it is meant to be an easy everyday coat for cool days and for trips.
Why it works for women who travel and layer
If you spend time in airports, on trains, or walking around new cities, you know the problem. Mornings are cold, afternoons are mild, and a bulky coat ends up over your arm or crammed in an overhead bin. A packable puffer solves that.
Packs small, wears easy
The product photos show the coat alongside its stuff sacks, which is a good sign that packing it down is part of the design. You zip it into the sack when the sun comes out and pull it back out when the wind picks up. At about 300g, you will barely notice it in your bag.
We would still suggest packing it loosely when you can. Down jackets last longer when they are not kept squashed for weeks at a time. Treat the stuff sack as a travel tool, then give the coat room to breathe when you are home.
A fixed hood and a full-length zip
The hood is fixed, not detachable, so it is always there if the weather turns. The full-length front zip opens all the way, which makes the coat easy to put on over a sweater and easy to open up in a warm train car or restaurant.
Pockets are listed in the specs as part of the design. We do not have details on how many there are or how they close, so check the product photos if pocket layout matters to you.
Down fill that keeps the weight low
The fill is white duck down, with a listed down content of 90%. Down is known for giving a lot of warmth for very little weight, which is why it suits a coat meant to be packed. The listed down weight is under 100g, which tells you this is a light-to-moderate warmth coat. It works well for spring, autumn and mild winter days, or as a layer under something heavier when it gets properly cold.
Fabric and feel
The shell is nylon. The listing also describes the fabric type as memory fabric, though we do not have more detail on what that means for stretch or recovery, so we will not promise anything there. We also have no information on the lining, water resistance or wind resistance, and we would rather say so than guess.
What the photos do show is a smooth, lightly shiny quilted surface with horizontal channels. That style of quilting keeps the down spread out in rows so it does not all slide to one spot. The thickness is listed as standard, and the coat is described as ultra lightweight.
If you want a coat that handles heavy rain or very cold weather, this is probably not the one. If you want a light, packable layer that looks neat and tidy, it fits the job well.
Care instructions
The listing does not give official care instructions, so check for a care label sewn into the coat when it arrives and follow it first. These are general tips for down garments:
- Spot clean small marks with a damp cloth and a little mild soap.
- If you wash the whole coat, use a gentle cycle, cool water and mild detergent, and rinse well.
- Dry completely on low heat or air dry flat, shaking and fluffing it now and then so the down does not clump.
- Make sure it is fully dry before storing it. Damp down can develop an odor.
- Keep it away from rough surfaces, sharp zippers and hot irons, since thin nylon can snag or melt.
Size guide
This coat is offered in ten sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL, 4XL, 5XL, 6XL and 7XL.
How to measure
The maker has not published a size chart for this coat, so we cannot give you exact garment measurements. Measure yourself and compare against any chart shown on this page. If you are unsure, contact us before you order.
Take these three measurements with a soft tape and no coat on:
- Bust: around the fullest part of your chest, with the tape level across your back.
- Waist: around your natural waist, the narrowest part of your torso.
- Hips: around the fullest part of your hips. Since this coat falls at the hip, this one matters.
Also measure your arm from the center back of your neck to your wrist if you can. Hold your arm slightly bent as you do it.
Which size should I choose?
The photos show a straight, hip-length cut, while the specs list the type as slim. Those two details do not tell us how much room is in the body, so we do not want to guess.
Here is how we would think it through:
- If you plan to wear the coat over sweaters or a fleece, choose the size that fits comfortably over your thickest layer, not just the one that matches your measurements.
- If you are between sizes, going up is usually the safer choice for a coat you want to layer under. A quilted coat that is too tight can press the down flat, and that takes away some of the warmth.
- If you are wearing it as a light layer over a tee or thin top, your usual size is a sensible starting point.
- If you are at the upper end of the range, 5XL to 7XL, compare your bust and hip measurements closely with the chart.
Because all sales are final for fit or change of mind, we would much rather answer a sizing question before you order than after. Reach out to us and we will help where we can.
How to style it
A solid-color quilted coat is easy to pair. Here are some ideas that fit the shape of this one.
For everyday errands: wear it open over a long-sleeve tee and jeans, with sneakers or ankle boots. The hip length sits nicely over straight or tapered pants.
For a cleaner look: zip it up over a knit dress or a sweater and leggings. A darker color like Black, Navy blue or Wine red keeps things simple. Add a scarf and the hood is optional.
For travel days: wear it with comfortable pants, a soft sweater and slip-on shoes that are easy at security. Pack the stuff sack in your personal bag and you are set when you land somewhere warmer.
For a pop of color: the range has bright options like Big red, Rose red, Cherry pink and Lake Blue. Pair those with neutrals such as denim, gray or black. Softer shades like Champagne, Beige white, Apricot and Haze blue go well with cream knits and light jeans.
The full color list is Champagne, Pea green, Light Purple, Khaki, Black, Lake Blue, Leather pink, Cherry pink, Haze blue, Rose red, Beige white, Apricot, Wine red, Big red and Navy blue. Colors can look a little different on each screen, so treat the photos as a guide.
Where else you can wear it
This quilted lightweight packable puffer coat for travel is not just for the airport. Because it is light and does not take much space, it fits into many parts of your week:
- Commuting: a neat layer for cold mornings that you can fold away at the office.
- Weekend outings: farmers markets, park walks, casual lunches and afternoons out.
- Layering: wear it under a larger coat in colder weather for extra warmth without much bulk.
- Spring and autumn: the listing calls it a spring and autumn style, and the lighter fill suits those in-between months.
- Trips and outdoor days: a handy extra layer for sightseeing, picnics or an evening on the patio.
If you want one coat to throw in a bag and forget about until you need it, this is the kind of piece that does the job.
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
We are a small coat shop, and we try to describe each piece plainly. That means telling you what the photos and specs show, and saying so when we do not have a detail, like the missing size chart on this coat.
Our prices are in US dollars, and shipping to the US is free. Every product page is written with the same goal: give you enough real information to decide with confidence. If something arrives damaged, defective or not what you ordered, we replace it or refund you within 14 days of delivery.
Frequently asked questions
Is this coat really packable?
The photos show the coat together with compact stuff sacks, and the listing describes it as ultra lightweight and packable. It weighs about 300g. We do not have a packed size measurement, so we cannot say exactly how small it gets.
How warm is it?
It uses white duck down with a listed down content of 90%, but the down weight is under 100g. That makes it a light layer, good for cool spring and autumn days or as a layer under a heavier coat. It is not meant for extreme cold on its own.
Is the hood removable?
No. The hood is fixed, and the specs list no detachable parts.
Does it run true to size?
We cannot say for sure. The photos show a straight hip-length cut, while the specs list a slim type, and the maker has not published a size chart. Measure your bust, waist and hips, think about what you will wear underneath, and contact us if you are between sizes.
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 your coat arrives damaged, defective or is the wrong item, we will replace it or refund you within 14 days of delivery.
