Killer Cute Dressier Fashion Puffer

Told you puffers are making a trendy fashion statement!

The toffee followed me home. (I ordered the red first - but it's NOT tomato red as the photo suggests. It's a lot more muted in person, and not "my red" - but might be yours).

It's Zara, but VERY well made. I was shocked. It looks like a designer piece. Stunning hardware and pipping detail. Genius positioning of the quilted paneling both in the front and back - VERY slimming. And fitted on the waist too. Gorgeous curved hem. The fabric has a sheen to it, which, along with the hardware gives it a dressier vibe. The tailored silhouette creates a more polished look.

You have to have a long neck to wear this style because the collar does not fold down. The furry neck inner is very cozy too. (AND there is a pop-out hood). Best on a smaller bust and defined waist. Runs small and narrow, but not short. Size up for broader shoulders. Looks good zipped and unzipped.

I LOVE my new glitzy short puffer, and will wear it with dressier items too.

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Sally

Veteran

I got a puffer vest recently which I love. Having neither a small bust or defined waist, this wouldn't be for me. Love the red though.

dashielle (Ann)

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That looks like it's going to be super cute on you Angie. Hope we get to see it 'in action'.

Staysfit

Very cute. It looks perfect for your climate and style!

Traci

So cute! I was pleased to see Zara is carrying a larger range of sizes than the last time I was in store several years ago. After reading your fit specifics it doesn't sound like it's for me. I can't wait to see it on you, and I suspect others. Beautiful coat.

Debora

Lovely! This was made for you, Angie. I hope we get to see it in a future blog post. xo

rachylou

GO PUFFY GO!!!!

Suz

Fun jacket! I might need to check it out....

K. Period.

So gorgeous for you, Angie! I can't wait to see you wearing it.

I absolutely love this, and I suspect the red is my red. But alas, I have a short neck. I love this style, though. So really, I guess, I need to ask myself if just flattering enough will do. : /

Banoffi

Thanks for the review. I am eager to see you wearing your new toffee puffer!

When I look at the photos, I am immediately attracted to the red, so I'm disappointed to hear it doesn't look as vibrant in real life. Do you think the puffer would work on petites? And I'm curious -- how do you tell if your neck is short or not?

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Thanks for the kind words, ladies. I LOVE that the puffer does NOT look like gear. I have the “glitz gene”, and this puffer pandered to it. (Another thing. You have to like gold hardware to like this puffer).

Suz, the red might be just for you.

Kathleen, it’s a HIGH neck, but perhaps it won’t bother you when worn open. Worth a try.

Banoffi, the puffer will work on petites if the sleeves aren’t too long. As for a long neck - visual assessment is best. I can wear HIGH necklines, and my neck STILL looks really long. My ears are far away from the top of even the highest turtleneck or popped collar. That’s why I’m a turtleneck gal. (Can you imagine how LOOOONNNNNGGGG my neck would look in a V-neck? Ridiculous). There isn't a forum member with a longer neck than me. Unfrumped and Style Fan give me some good competition though.

UmmLila (Lisa)

I think I saw someone else raving about this jacket (in red) today as well, calling it a Balenciaga lookalike.

My feeling is that it looks absolutely gorgeous but don't plan to wear it in full winter because all the cold air will float up underneath. I have a red tech fleece Nike hoodie from a couple years back that has such an elegant shape but that I can't wear as much as I would like for the same reason.

Tanya

It is a gorgeous puffer Angie, and I am putting in on my to-consider list, as I am member of the very long neck club too. I am slightly surprised you did not go for the white, but I can imagine toffee looking gorgeous on you too. Is the red a neutral true red or a bit cool?

YES, Lisa. Exactly. The Balenciaga look-a-like. Thank you, Zara.

Tanya, I much preferred the yellow gold and chocolate piping of the toffee. Looked more chic than the white. The red is cooler - and probably suffieciently cool for you. It has gorgeous black piping and gold hardware. How are you with the gold hardware? There is ALSO a mustard in stores (not available online).

Ah, that makes sense Angie. I prefer silver hardware, obviously, but can handle gold as long as it is not too shiny and yellow. I would have to see it in person to judge, and would not wear it with my silver booties.

Angie - Thank you for the explanation and visuals of long necks.

Sveta

Oh, fashion puffer! Now we are talking!!!
I think I need one for my birthday but which color?! I wish we have Zara in my city to see them in person..
How warm is it, Angie? Good for well below freezing winters?
Actually a pair of winter weight cropped wide leg pants (aka culottes) would work beautifully with this puffer and tall boots - and keep the lower body parts from freezing....just saying

Dottie

Active Member

I believe Zara sizes typically run small, is that right? If I normally wear a size 4, or size small, on top, do you think a medium would be best with this puffer?

goldenpig

I am a puffer fanatic. One can never have too many puffers, and this one is killer cool!

Bijou

I am a dressy puffer addict and will have to stay well away from Zara as 4 dressy puffers are definitely enough. Although as I love them so much they get worn a lot. I am currently wearing one now!

Barbara Diane

Wow, so stylish. Glad you found it.

Ledonna N.

Oh Angie you are so cute. I live this puffer and I hate puffers. I wonder if I can find something similar in plus

Mirjana

It's a gorgeous puffer, I like it so much, you will look fantastic in it, Angie.

Sorry, duplicate

Eliza

Lovely puffer and glad you found your color. The stand away silhouette does feel fresh. I think Una's Burberry one has that cool shape also. Thanks for sharing.

Lovely puffer and glad you found your color. The shape looks fashion forward and glad the quality is there. Enjoy it!

Style Fan

I love it. This is going to be a great year for me. How warm is this?

viva

I'd also like to know how warm this is. it's adorable, and I'd love it in black (not the popular choice here, I know!).

Chris987

So pretty and looks perfect for you! I'm going to start calling This color "toffee" like you do so much cooler than "tan" which has a the word I always use. And love your comment about glitz gene. I don't have much of one but maybe a little Genetic engineering is in order. Can't wait to see this puffer on you!

One other comment ...you talk about having a long neck so this collar is perfect for you. I have a short neck and if I thought about wearing this I'd like the little brother in the move "Christmas story" when he's in his puffer snowsuit and hardly able to see out of the hood and scarf ....gave me a good laugh for a Saturday morning. How many of you have seen that movie?

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