Patagonia Silent Down Jacket (Women's) Black / L

I've owned this coat for about 4 years now and the bottom line is it's great, I wear it all the time and it's held up well through years of use so far.Some stuff I like: 1. it's warm without being too warm or bulky - on the scale of down jackets i'd say this one is midweight and decent at blocking wind. On colder days I put another warm layer underneath and use the cinch cords to keep cold wind out of the bottom of the jacket. The pockets are lined with a nice soft material to keep your hands warm.2. Great for everyday wear but also works well for staying warm while camping or belaying. I primarily wear this as a casual winter coat but I've also taken it on many camping and climbing trips with good results. It obviously lacks some features of a more technical ... MoreI've owned this coat for about 4 years now and the bottom line is it's great, I wear it all the time and it's held up well through years of use so far.Some stuff I like: 1. it's warm without being too warm or bulky - on the scale of down jackets i'd say this one is midweight and decent at blocking wind. On colder days I put another warm layer underneath and use the cinch cords to keep cold wind out of the bottom of the jacket. The pockets are lined with a nice soft material to keep your hands warm.2. Great for everyday wear but also works well for staying warm while camping or belaying. I primarily wear this as a casual winter coat but I've also taken it on many camping and climbing trips with good results. It obviously lacks some features of a more technical jacket, but I don't have the money to buy down jackets for every scenario so I've made this one work.3. It's not loud and swishy when you walk, and it comes in nice colors. The shell fabric is really soft and doesn't feel plastic-y like some other puffers do. This thing is super squishy, I've even used it as a pillow on occasion.4. It's durable. Like I said, I've owned this coat for 4 years now and can confirm that it holds up to wear well. I wouldn't pick this coat if I was going to put it through real abuse since it is a casual jacket with a nice soft outer shell fabric, but I've definitely scraped mine up a bit on branches and rocks while scrambling and haven't had any rips or tears. I wash it once or twice a year with down wash to clean and re-fluff it.Stuff I don't like:1. I have the mustard yellow color and it stains more easily than some other jackets I've owned, probably because the material is soft and it's a lighter color. I get some discoloration on the cuffs and pockets from regular wear, although it does come out in the wash. I don't think this would be an issue with a darker color.2. Sometimes I wish the pockets zipped for more security. The snaps work well enough but sometimes I get paranoid that I'm going to drop my keys or something.

I tried on quite a few puffers from various brands before almost giving up on the idea entirely. Where others were shaped oddly, sized inconsistently, or simply not cute enough, this one excels! It's a bit slimmer than some other puffers, but far warmer! The drawcord hem gives a better silhouette, fit, and warmth level. It's the perfect length, the arms are long enough, and it's too adorable! Now I'm eyeing this one in other colors because I love it so much. I highly recommend giving this one a try, especially if you've been disappointed by other puffers!

This jacket is absolutely fantastic. It fits as you'd expect and is warmer than I expected! I love that the sleeve cuffs are a stretchy material, it really helps keep warmth in. I am a 34DD and most jackets are tight in the chest but this one is very comfortable and doesn't look or feel tight. The first time I wore it was at a bonfire in December and I stayed warm all night. The jacket is cut a little shorter than the other jackets I have from Patagonia- there's no hip or butt coverage at all. This is no issue just something I wasn't expecting. Overall, this is a great jacket. Cute, warm, cozy, and fun to wear.