Fall-Winter 2026-2027 down jackets: trends for women and men

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The down jacket for fall-winter 2026-2027 is thinner, more urban, and often made from a fabric that reflects the light. The new development is not the down jacket itself: it is that you can finally wear it in the city without looking like you are on a mountain trip. Lighter padding, smaller quilting, knitted collars, and iridescent finishes have brought it closer to a coat. Below, you will find the five trends we see in the women's and men's down jackets that have arrived in the boutique, and which one is right for whom.

This page is about what to wear this year. If instead you need to choose a size, understand the padding, or learn how to wash a down jacket, we explain it in the guide to down jackets and brands. The full picture of the season's outerwear is in the fall-winter outerwear guide.

1. The city down jacket: thin with small quilting

This is the most visible change. The puffy down jacket for below-zero temperatures stays in the mountains; in the city, it has less padding and tighter quilting, so the volume does not broaden the silhouette and you can wear an open coat over it, or a blazer underneath.

The reference is Colmar, which has always worked with this line: lightweight women's and men's down jackets weigh very little and can also be worn under a coat. MM Max Mara brings the same idea to a longer style with the Manto, a midi down jacket with ultra-thin padding that provides warmth without bulk. For those who want a short style, Pinko has a hooded down jacket in technical fabric.

2. Iridescent and shiny

This is the trend that stands out from the farthest away. This year's down jacket nylon is not matte: it changes color in the light, or it is as shiny as paint. Put that way, it sounds like an evening garment, but the opposite is true: an iridescent down jacket with jeans and a sweater is the simplest way to make an everyday look more interesting.

MM Max Mara uses it on three midi down jackets in iridescent technical nylon; Colmar on a long down jacket with faux fur trim. For men, the shine is more discreet but still present: the Colmar Originals jacket with a detachable hood is the one we recommend to anyone who wants to try it without going too far. Pinko takes a middle ground, with a semi-shiny fabric.

3. The knitted collar

It is a small detail that changes everything. A knitted collar instead of a nylon one takes away the technical look of a down jacket, the look that made it incompatible with elegant trousers or a coat. It is particularly visible this year, and up close it makes the difference between a jacket for a walk and one you can wear to the office.

The Dianthus by Pinko has precisely this type of collar. Emporio Armani takes a different approach with a ribbed hooded down jacket: it is the model for those who have never liked traditional down jackets.

4. The padded sleeveless vest

The padded vest has become a style piece again, not just a technical layer. Wear it over a shirt or sweater in the transitional seasons, and under a coat when it gets truly cold, where it provides a warm layer without weighing down the sleeves.

MM Max Mara has three, all padded and sleeveless. It is the piece we recommend to anyone who already has a coat and does not want to buy a down jacket as well.

5. The fur-trimmed hood, often detachable

The fur-trimmed hood is back on long down jackets, and it is increasingly detachable: put it on in January and store it away in March, and the same garment works for two seasons. Whether or not it detaches is the detail to check on the product page before buying.

When it comes to this, Peuterey is the name to know: the Seriola is a long down jacket with fur, while the Turmalet has detachable fur and a slim fit. Pinko offers the Piastraia, padded with a hood and fur. Those who prefer to avoid animal fur will find a faux-fur trim on the iridescent long Colmar jacket.

Men's down jackets: lightweight, technical or wool

For men, there are three options, and it helps to know from the start which one you are looking for. The Colmar Originals lightweight down jacket, also available in natural down, is the one to wear under a coat or on its own in October. The technical hooded down jacket is for true winter: the Peuterey Honova has a hood and GRS certification, meaning it is made with certified recycled materials. The third option is the newest: the wool padded jacket. People of Shibuya makes the Arka in Vitale Barberis Canonico virgin wool, from a historic Biella wool mill, and the result is a jacket that keeps you as warm as a down jacket while looking like a tailored jacket.

For travelers, Emporio Armani offers the Travel Essential blouson and a reversible bomber jacket in quilted technical satin, designed to be worn on either side. The entire selection is in men's down jackets.

How to choose (the boutique's advice)

At the counter, we always ask ourselves the same question: on which day will you wear it most? Those who buy a down jacket for the coldest day of the year often end up never wearing it, because at five degrees you sweat. For the city, a lightweight or midi down jacket is almost always enough; a long padded style makes sense if you wait for the bus at seven in the morning or go to the mountains.

Two checks before buying: when zipped up, the down jacket should let you raise your arms without the hem rising above your waist, and the hood should stay in place without pulling when you turn your head. For sizing and understanding the insulation, our down jacket guide goes into detail. If you are still deciding between a coat and a down jacket, read the guide to autumn-winter coats.

Where to look in our selection

All women's down jackets are in women's down jackets, and men's styles are in men's down jackets. By brand: Colmar for lightweight, technical down jackets, Peuterey for long styles with fur, MM Max Mara for iridescent finishes and sleeveless styles, and Pinko for short styles with hoods. We are authorized retailers for all the brands you find here: what you see on the page is what we have in store, in Roccapiemonte.

Frequently asked questions

Which down jackets are in fashion for winter 2026-2027?

City down jackets, lightweight and with small quilting. Iridescent and glossy nylon is back, along with knitted collars, padded sleeveless styles and fur-trimmed hoods, often detachable.

Is the glossy down jacket in fashion?

Yes, this year glossy and iridescent finishes are the most popular. With an everyday look of jeans and a sweater, they make the garment more interesting without turning it into an evening piece.

Is a short or long down jacket better?

For the city, a short or midi length is almost always enough, and they can also be worn with a coat. A long style makes sense for those who spend a lot of time outdoors on cold days or in the mountains.

Is the padded gilet still in fashion?

Yes, and it has become a stylish staple again. Wear it over a shirt or sweater during the transitional seasons and under a winter coat, where it keeps you warm without weighing down the sleeves.

Is a down jacket with fur still in fashion?

Yes, especially on longer styles, and the fur is often detachable: it is worn during the colder months and removed in spring. Those who do not want animal fur can also find faux-fur trims.

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