A lot of people like snow. I find it to be an unnecessary freezing of water. Carl Reiner
The climate has changed a lot since we were kids. Who would’ve thought we’d be wearing jackets on New Year’s Eve? We may have less snow and experience it later in the season, but it’s coming. Some of you even go in search of it. Herein some cold weather coats (with as much down fill as I could find) and snow boots. Between starting and finishing this piece, coats went on sale. I suspect by the time it’s online, prices will have dropped further on many. Costs range widely. Some, as a friend pointed out, should come with their own goose for re-stuffing.
Black Coats
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Phistic Long Quilted Down Coat- Those extra few inches mean a lot when winds are blowing. You could run errands all day in this one. Lofty pillow collar (to frame the face and warm your neck) and cuffs are cinched with adjustable drawstrings. Square quilting. Hidden snap zipper closure front. Side-seam pockets. Zipped side vents at hem. Polyester lining Fill: 80% down, 20% Feathers. On sale $129.99
Ralph Lauren Long Puffer Coat- Sturdy and ready for the elements- water repellent! A good ski resort piece. Fits close to the body. Polyester/nylon; fill: down and other feathers. Concealed snaps at the stand up collar. Full-zippered front; zip pockets. Interesting collar and sleeve silhouette distinguish this version. $598.00
The North Face Triple C Long Hooded Puffer- Fitted silhouette which actually creates a waist. Hits at the knee. Classic, quilted styling. Nylon/polyester; Fill: down. Machine washable. Snap-on, removable, draw string hood with insulation. Hidden placket with two-way front zipper closure and snap closure overlay for extra warmth. Two zippered pockets at the hip. Also available in dark grey. $299.00
A snowflake is one of God’s most fragile creations, but look what they can do when they stick together! Author Unknown
Blue and Grey
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Geospirit “Merylebone” Coat- It’s actually jacket length (pictures on site.) Very put together looking. Clean lines, neat and you won’t see yourself coming and going. The palest grey. Features funnel neck with stud fastening, double breasted front with zipper and decorative buttons, belted waist, side pockets. Elastic at sleeves keep out drafts. Down and feather fill. $427.00 import duty included
Bogner Annie Down Jacket- Bogner knows cold. This one’s ready for the woods. Water-resistant. Fill: 80% down, 20% feather. Removable hood (fur trim sold separately). Mid-thigh. 2 Internal, 1 external zippered pockets. Placket closure. Inner knit cuffs to block drafts. 3 color choices-this is navy blue. $528.95
Moncler Belted Box Down Coat- Silvery color. Feminine fit. Ski resort apparel. Mid-length, high collar with elastic pulls; elastic at wrist. Removable elastic belt with silver tone clasp. Side zippered pockets. Zippered closure. Fill: down. $1295.00
The snow doesn’t give a soft white damn whom it touches. e.e. cummings
Longer interpretation
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Elie Tahari “Elizabeth” Down Coat- Pale grey, A-line with room for a sweater. Two way zipper front closure, zip waist pockets. Snap-off hood with genuine fox fur trim. Black snap-close vent. Polyester/nylon with down fill. Knit=trimmed seams and cuffs. On sale $349.99
Max Mara Novet Extra Long Puffer Coat- An entrance-making coat if there ever was one. Hooded. Hidden button front, side slash pockets, self-tie belt. Down fill. Machine wash. $1450.00 Button-on fox fur collar and cuffs are separately priced.
Burberry Prorsum Long puffer Coat- Dress-like and figure flattering in silhouette, this one will stand out in the herd. Deep grape in color with black leather trimmed collar, front and seams. Two buttoned hip pockets. Storm vents. Double faced fabric. Adjustable leather waist belt. Goose down fill. Removable knit funnel neck, knit cuffs. Button down front. Below the knee. $1160.00
I played a heap of snow in a school play. I was under a sheet, and crawled out when spring came. I often say I’ll never reach the same artistic level again. Stellan Skarsgard
Snow White
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Calvin Klein Hooded Faux Fur Trim Puffer- Look fresh as the fallen-well, you know running errands in this practical white coat. Polyester and Faux Fur outer with down fill. Machine washable. Removable hood, stand-up collar. Zipper front closure with snap overlay. Zippered pockets at front. Quilted style hits just above the knee. On sale $122.99
Dawn Levy Zoe Fur-lined Down Coat- A handsome silhouette with interesting detailing AND fur lining! Large, spread collar; asymmetric front zippered closure. Detachable, elasticized belt with clasp, two chest pockets, two side zippered pockets. Polyester shell, goose down fill; lined with rabbit fur. $775.00
Elie Tahari Danica Hooded Down Coat- Nicely contoured to show the figure but not too tight to allow for a bulky sweater. Face framing shawl collar. Mid-length hooded coat with shawl collar (drawtabs). Two front pockets, front snap closures concealed by zipper for twice the warmth. Shell polyester/nylon; fill: down. On sale $212.00
The North Face Yume Puffer- Easy, clean, gadabout jacket for in and out of the car. White parka with basic silhouette. Down fill. Faux fur at the drawstring hood. Zippered front closure with snap-down storm flap. Angled zippered pockets at hips. Hits below the hips. Machine washable. $289.00
When snow falls, nature listens. Antoinette van Kleeff
Serious Parkas
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Parajumpers Harraseeket Coat by Massimo Rossetti- For real outdoorswomen. Antique Bronze Colored. Quilted; slim fit. Detachable faux fur-trimmed hood, central hood zipper so it can be worn open as a collar-press stud fastening. Elasticized waist inserts and zippered side seam vents with orange stays. Long, slim chest pocket, two hand warmer pockets, two hip pockets-all of which are micro-fleece lined for extra warmth. Elasticized cuffs with Velcro fastening. Down and feather fill. Also navy. $760.00
ADD Lightweight Quilted Jacket- Gives you a nice hour-glass shape and lots of pockets. Dark navy. Goose down fill. Oversized drawstring hood that can be rolled down to create a wide collar. Removable raccoon fur collar, two-way asymmetrical zippered fastening, five front pockets, elasticized cuffs, elasticized waist band. $400.00
Parajumpers Bear Red Coat by Massimo Rossetti- For real outdoorswomen. Great color. Findable on long winter walks or in crowded malls. Detachable faux fur-trimmed hood, central hood zipper so it can be worn open as a collar-press stud fastening. Drawstring hem. Two stud-close pockets with micro fleece lining for extra warmth, two zippered side pockets. Storm cuffs. Down and feather fill. $690.00
Marc by Marc Jacobs Earhart Hooded Coat- Out of the sea or black and grey comes a classic camel color. Good for brunettes. Camel quilted polyester; down and feather filled. Folded and ribbed stretch-jersey double layer cuffs, front flap pockets, concealed zipper and snap fastenings through front. Cream fleece trim. Slightly indented waist. $600.00
Where does the white go when the snow melts? Hugh Kieffer
Some Boots
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Sorel Tofino Boot- Sort of woodsman kitchy and fun- as well as practical. Lightweight quilted upper made of waterproof, waxed canvas with durable leather sheel. Faux fur cuff. Molded rubber outer sole provides excellent traction in slippery slush and snow. Removable insole. Comes in 5 different print pattern and lace color combinations. on sale $113.90
North Face Janey Boot- Great for grey coats. Nice n’ high. Rugged. HydroSeal waterproof membrane. PrimaLoft Eco insulation. Faux fur and tricot lining. Compression molded drop-in midsole, rubber outsole. Partial side zip closure. Upper-nubuck suede. Tall. Graphite color. (also brown & black)$155.00
Stuart Weitzman Snowflake Snow Boot- For those who determinedly hike through it. Rubber and nappex upper. Fold-over faux fur cuff. Silver-tone buckle detail. Removable contoured footbed. Rubber soles. $298.00
Pajar Boots- Look! A pair of snow boots that doesn’t give you a clubfoot. Rather gracefully styled and extremely practical Canadian-made footwear. Weather resistant quilted nylon upper, buckle detail, shearling trim and lining, back zipper, 2 ¼” rubber wedge, rubber sole. $149.95
