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Rita Ora puff jacket trend© Getty Images

The it-girl guide to puffer jackets as seen on Kendall Jenner and more fashionistas


JANUARY 17, 2019 3:43 PM EST
Rita Ora puff jacket trend© Getty Images

Rita Ora puff jacket trend

From Rita Ora and Bella Hadid to Kendall Jenner and Kaia Gerber, our favorite it-girls are setting winter on fire lately with some of the most epic uniforms. Whether keeping casual or glam, these fashionistas are making a statement in the season’s hottest staple: the puffer jacket. There are plenty of outfits to get inspired by, so scroll through to see our compilation of puffed-up looks, plus where to get similar pieces for less. Combat winter in style!

Kaia Gerber puff jacket trend© Getty Images

Kaia Gerber puff jacket trend

Kaia Gerber 

The supermodel on the rise is no stranger to the street style hall of fame. Here, the 17-year-old was spotted outside of Max Mara's FW18/19 show in Milan wearing a puffy look from Misbhv which she perfectly paired with a crop top and cat-eye sunnies. 

Puff jacket trend

Puff jacket trend

To replicate Kaia's cool-girl look, pair a textured puffy raincoat, with bright white sneakers and casual pants for an effortlessly cool ensemble. Find this padded raincoat for only $70, available Nasty Gal

Hailee Steinfeld puffer coat trend© Getty Images

Hailee Steinfeld puffer coat trend

Hailee Steinfeld 

The actress-turned-popstar transformed the New York City streets into her own runway as she stepped out of the Today show. Hailee turned heads in a silky set by Tibi, a long silver coat by Nicole Benisti and matching Christian Louboutin boots.

silver puffer jacket

silver puffer jacket

Silver is a great way to level up your street style game. Just be sure to keep the rest of your outfit simple, et voilà! Try this piece from Ivy Park's winter collection for only $200, available at Revolve Clothing

Kendall Jenner puffer jacket trend© Getty Images

Kendall Jenner puffer jacket trend

Kendall Jenner

At this point, we're used to seeing Kendall step out in some standout outfits, but even when she opts for casual, the Victoria's Secret Angel looks straight off a magazine editorial. Here she is wearing a color block rendition of the trend. Kendall perfectly paired it with straight-leg jeans and her favorite Yeezy boots.

color block puffer jacket

color block puffer jacket

Color block is making a comeback this winter season. A two-tone jacket not only adds color to your look but is refreshing as well. Simply pair it with a white tee, sneakers and you're ready to go! Find this color block version at Topshop for $110, available here.

Elsa Hosk puff jacket trend© Getty Images

Elsa Hosk puff jacket trend

Elsa Hosk

The Swedish beauty likes to keep her wardrobe colorful by always adding a vintage factor in her epic ensembles. Elsa looked cozy in an emerald quilted version of the puffer. The model added a thick belt for a cinched waist and finished off her look with a velvet Chanel bag and her signature jet-black sunnies.

velvet puffer jacket trend

velvet puffer jacket trend

For an impeccably cozy, yet elegant look, velvet is always the best option as it gives an upscale vibe. Try it with dressy pants for a night out or skinny jeans for a casual stroll. Check out Zara's velvet padded jacket for $60.

Gigi Hadid puffer coat trend© Getty Images

Gigi Hadid puffer coat trend

Gigi Hadid

No street style list is complete without the Hadid sisters, who with their ultra-chic looks, never fail to school us on all things fashion. Gigi has been playing the monochrome game as of late, and it just works. Here she wears a 3.1 Phillip Lim jacket and matching shirt with Versace sneakers.

striped puffer jacket

striped puffer jacket

The pinstripe puffer jacket will work under any situation, but it's better when styled with contrasting colors to make it more fun. Try this Theory jacket, now on sale for $285, available at Bloomingdale's.

Olivia Palermo puffer jacket trend© Getty Images

Olivia Palermo puffer jacket trend

Olivia Palermo

Fashion queen, Olivia Palermo, was spotted outside of Paris Fashion Week in a hooded black Valentino 'VLTN' long bomber coat. She perfectly styled the coat with stiletto booties, racer pants and a sleek hairstyle. 

long rain coat

long rain coat

The oversized, long rain coat is every New Yorker's obsession this season. Not only is it easy to wear, but it also adds an incredible amount of cool to any look. Pair it with matching black sunnies, combat boots and you're done! Shop this maxi coat for $57, available at ASOS

Bella Hadid puffer jacket trend© Getty Images

Bella Hadid puffer jacket trend

Bella Hadid

White puffers may seem like an understatment, but Bella brings it back as a must-have this season. The top model was photographed out in NYC balancing her jacket with equally cool and cozy pieces (we're also beyond obsessed with those Monse pants!) to prove a point – that practical and stylish can be used in the same sentence.

white puffer jacket

white puffer jacket

Get your hands on a similar white puffy jacket to pair with a bright color of your choice. For an affordable take on Bella's look, you can find the best options from Tommy Hilfiger here and here

Behati Prinsloo puffer jacket© Getty Images

Behati Prinsloo puffer jacket

Behati Prinsloo

Last but not least, we need a moment for the cropped puffer jacket, as seen on supermodel Behati Prinsloo. The mom-of-two brought back this 90s style with pink satin pants, a white t-shirt and Alexander Wang shades.

Puffer jacket trend

Puffer jacket trend

The 90s are still very much alive, and the trends don't seem to go anytime soon (yay!). This winter, invest in a cool, cropped puffer jacket, which you can pair with mom jeans and chunky sneakers.  It's a look most fashion girls are obsessed with these days. Find this jacket at Pretty Little Thing US. Happy shopping!