A few years ago, traditional fur coats, sheepskin coats, jackets and coats were replaced by comfortable, light, beautiful and practical down jackets. By their characteristics, they are hardly inferior to the rest of the outerwear, and a wide range and affordable price allow you to purchase your favorite model without much damage to your budget.
In the wardrobe you can have several different down-length, color and style down jackets for all occasions. With more expensive outerwear, this will be much more difficult. Down jackets owe their popularity, first of all, to their lightness, external attractiveness and high warming ability.
Features
Down jackets got their name thanks to the filler. For warming, pure down or down with the addition of a feather is used.
Information about the insulation and its percentage is indicated on the label: the higher the percentage of the pen, the lower the cost of the down jacket.
Most often, the fluff of duck, goose, eider or swan is used as a filler. The warmest, most expensive and longest is considered to be eiderdown. It is very light, holds heat perfectly. However, down jackets, whose filler is pure fluff, need special care.
Recently, very often a mixture of natural fluff and synthetic fiber has been used as a filler. This makes washing and drying the product much more convenient. The down jacket dries quickly and returns to its original form. It is cheaper than models on a clean feather and does not cause allergic reactions.
The filler is distributed in a down jacket in special blocks, usually square.They should not be too large, otherwise the insulation will be distributed unevenly and accumulate in the lower part of the block.
Models
Down jackets favorably differ from other models of outerwear with a huge variety of model range and color scheme.
In addition to the classic white, black and gray colors, all kinds of bright shades are very popular: red, yellow, green, purple, pink, etc.
Down jackets in a combination of contrasting colors are in fashion.
The entire range of women's down jackets can be divided into several groups: sports, classic and smart.
Sports down jackets are made in a traditional design and, as a rule, do not have a large number of decorative ornaments. The color scheme can be classic or, on the contrary, bright, saturated.
Classic models are made in an elegant, feminine design. Elongated, fitted models are often decorated with fur. It can be used to trim a hood or cuffs.
Elegant models are striking, thanks to a large number of decorative ornaments. Rhinestones, sequins, shiny braid, embroidery, applique, original, bright accessories, multi-colored fur, etc. are used for decoration.
One of the most popular styles of down jackets is fitted. This model is closest to the body and creates a beautiful, feminine silhouette. Such models are sometimes supplemented by a belt.
Most often, elongated models are found up to the middle of the knee or lower, but there are also very short down jackets, ideal for athletes or motorists.
Down jackets with short sleeves are very popular. Such models are complemented by elongated, tight-fitting gloves.
Brand Down Jackets
The most popular and well-known companies for the production of outerwear, including down jackets, are, as a rule, in states that are familiar with firsthand the low winter temperatures and cold winds. This, of course, Canada, USA, Scandinavian countries, etc.
Moncler
One of the most famous brands is Moncler. The company is positioned as a manufacturer of luxury outerwear. Ultra-lightweight down-padded jackets with goose down padding are the hallmark of this manufacturer.
Despite their lightness, down jackets withstand very low temperatures and are suitable for use in regions with the most severe climatic conditions.
Columbia
Another popular brand. The company specializes in producing sports clothing models.
All products of this brand are distinguished by exceptional workmanship and a variety of designs.
Tom tailor
The company is focused on the production of clothing for everyday wear. Materials and accessories of the highest quality are used for tailoring.
Classic and modern models, original design and affordable prices make this brand one of the most popular and popular today.
Nike
Warm, fashionable, beautiful down jackets from Nike are perfect for harsh Russian conditions. The release of outerwear is made taking into account the latest technologies and the latest fashion trends.
Hooded
The hood is an indispensable element of not only sports down jackets, but also models for everyday wear.
Deep, comfortable hoods trimmed with natural or artificial fur will reliably hide from wind and snow and will become a real decoration of any model.
Some models of down jackets are equipped with detachable hoods for ease of wearing and subsequent washing.
Fashion trends
Down jackets are feminine in fashion. Long models of fitted style with and without a belt are relevant.
Duck down jackets. Outwardly, they look very much like a flared coat, autumn cloak or a light park. These down jackets can be worn in the warm winter or in the spring-autumn period. Most often performed in black.
The trend of the season is a combination of several materials. Down jackets with leather, wool, fur or textile finishes are popular.
These down jackets look very stylish and original. The inserts can have a contrasting color to the main product, such a down jacket looks very impressive.
Oversized down jackets with natural and faux fur have come into fashion. The fur edge on the hood or collar will not only give the product an expensive and beautiful look, it will also warm perfectly on the coldest days.
How to choose a stylish, beautiful and warm model?
In order not to be mistaken with the choice of a beautiful, high-quality and the warmest down jacket, it’s enough to remember a few simple rules:
- Filler. When choosing a down jacket, you should definitely pay attention to the percentage of down and feather. Rarely found 100% down, these are the most expensive models. Most often, you can see down jackets with a percentage ratio of down to feather - 70/30 or 80/20. The lower the percentage of down, the colder the down jacket. As a heater, both fluff and artificial fillers can be used: synthetic winterizer, holofiber, isosoft, etc. Synthetic fillers perfectly retain their shape, they are hypoallergenic.
- Length. Owners of miniature growth should not opt for models of down jackets below the knee. From this growth will become even less. The ideal option is a shortened down jacket with a length not lower than the middle of the knee. In order to beautifully indicate the waist line, a belt or belt must exactly match it.
- Style. Owners of magnificent forms should pay attention to down jackets of a straight cut. Models with vertical stripes that visually stretch the silhouette are perfect. Shortened models, especially sports options with cuffs on the bottom of the product, are not desirable.
- Quality. The seams should be clear and even, without distortions. The filler should be evenly distributed over the entire surface of the down jacket, not stick out, not prick and not cause inconvenience when trying on. The fittings must be durable and not seize when trying on.
- The down jacket should not fit too tightly to the body. This is outerwear, it is understood that a warm jacket or sweater will be worn under it.