The Puffer Jacket: Chic or Geek?

The puffer jacket is one item that if worn and styled the right way, can look super chic but wear it the wrong way, you risk looking like one puffy geek.

The puffer jacket is definitely one fashion item that is more for function than fashion but looking at the streets this winter the puffer jacket is proving to be one popular item during these colder months. Style it in with the right outfit and it can actually give some edge to your whole look.

The key to pulling off the puffer jacket is keep it basic, stick to one block colour and choose a darker shade, as it tends to be more versatile and easier to style in with your outfit. Try pick a puffer jacket where the quilting is more flat, to avoid looking like a puffed up balloon and keep your outfit casual such as a pair of skinny jeans or a tight mini with some ankle boots.

Hear are some celebs showing how the puffer jacket can look chic....

Olivia Palermo

Ashlee Simpson



 Rachel Bilson

Kate Bosworth

The puffer jacket has also been one hot item on the runway....

Burberry

Thakoon

Isabel Marant

And now how you can get the look....

Quilted Raglan Bomber - Bardot

http://www.theiconic.com.au/Quilted-Raglan-Bomber-112061.html

Friendly Fires Vest - Cameo

http://www.theiconic.com.au/Friendly-Fires-Vest-96542.html

Barney's Original Bomber Jacket - ASOS

http://www.asos.com/au/Barneys-Originals/Barneys-Originals-Leather-Look-Quilted-Bomber-Jacket/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2990943&SearchQuery=bomber%20jacket&sh=0&pge=1&pgesize=36&sort=-1&clr=Black

Reese Floral and Quilted PU Jacket

http://www.boohoo.com/sale/reese-floral-and-quilted-pu-jacket/invt/azz53956

Quilt Panel Fur Collar Biker - TopShop

http://www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=1&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33057&storeId=12556&productId=10928350&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208526&parent_categoryId=203984&pageSize=2000

Number one fashion tip to keep in mind when it comes to the puffer jacket, don't go overboard with the puff or risk looking like this....