A cropped bubble coat with a hood you can take off
This is a quilted cropped puffer coat for women with hood, and the shape is the whole point. It stops at the hip instead of falling to mid-thigh, so it pairs easily with high-waisted jeans, leggings and trousers without bunching at the seat. The wide horizontal quilted channels give it the rounded, bubble look that people usually want from a cropped puffer.
The version in our photos is a glossy royal blue. The shell has a satin-like sheen that looks polished rather than sporty. A zip runs down the front, with a snap placket over it. The collar is a high funnel neck, and the hood is detachable. You can wear it up on a windy day or take it off when you would rather have a clean neckline.
The price is $129, and shipping to the US is free.
Why it works for a short, warm layer you can wear daily
If you want a winter coat that does not feel like a duvet on a hanger, a cropped puffer is a sensible choice. It gives you a thick, quilted layer through the body and arms, and it leaves your hips and legs free for walking, driving and climbing stairs.
The cropped length and cinched hem
The hem is ribbed and cinched, so it gathers in slightly instead of hanging straight. That helps the coat keep its rounded shape and sit at the hip. It also means the coat will not flare out over a slim pair of pants.
The listing gives coat lengths by size: 54 cm (21.26 in) in S, 56 cm (22.05 in) in M and 59 cm (23.23 in) in L. These are short numbers, which matches what you see in the photos. If you are tall or have a long torso, expect the coat to sit higher on you than it does in the picture.
The detachable hood and high collar
The hood is the practical detail. Up, it covers your head and gives some cover against wind. Off, you are left with the high funnel collar, which stands up around the neck by itself. A lot of hooded coats force you to keep the hood bunched behind you. This one lets you remove it.
The sleeves are long and full, and they end in elasticated cuffs. The cuffs sit close to the wrist, which helps keep drafts from running up your sleeve. Because the sleeves are full, you should have room to wear a sweater underneath. I cannot give you a measured sleeve width, so I will not promise a specific fit over bulky knits.
Fabric and feel
The listed material is polyester. In the photos the shell has a smooth, satin-like finish with a soft shine, and it catches light across the quilted channels. The title describes the coat as thickened. The listing does not state the fill type, the weight of the fill, or whether there is a lining, so I am not going to guess at any of those.
We also have no stretch information, no waterproof rating and no temperature rating. Quilted polyester coats are generally worn as cold-weather layers and not as rain shells, but treat that as a general expectation and not a promise. If you live somewhere with very hard winters, plan to layer a sweater or thermal underneath instead of counting on the coat alone.
A few notes on the listing itself. The specifications mention a button decoration, a V-neck and "Hooded: No." The photos and the product title show a zip front with a snap placket, a high funnel collar and a detachable hood, so those are the details this page follows. Marketplace spec fields are often filled in loosely, and the photos are the more reliable guide.
Care instructions
No care label was supplied with the listing, so check the label inside the coat when it arrives. As general guidance for polyester outerwear:
- Spot clean marks with a damp cloth and a little mild soap when you can.
- If the label allows washing, use a gentle cycle with cool water and zip the coat up first.
- Avoid bleach and fabric softener.
- Do not iron the shell directly. A glossy finish can mark under heat.
- Hang it to dry, or follow the label if it allows low-heat tumble drying.
- Store it hanging or loosely folded, not compressed under heavy items, so the quilted channels keep their shape.
Size guide
The coat is offered in sizes S, M and L.
How to measure
The listing does not include a full size chart. The only measurement we have is the coat length for each size, so use a coat you already own and like as your reference.
- Lay a well-fitting jacket or coat flat and zip it up.
- Measure straight across the chest, just under the armholes, and double it for the around-the-body number.
- Measure the sleeve from the shoulder seam to the end of the cuff.
- Measure the length from the base of the collar down the back to the hem.
Compare the length with the listed 54, 56 and 59 cm. Compare the chest figure with how much room you want for a sweater underneath.
Which size should I choose?
The listing describes the cut as slim, and the hem is cinched, so this is not a boxy oversized coat. Go by how you plan to wear it.
- If you will mostly wear it over a T-shirt or a light top, your usual size is a reasonable place to start.
- If you want to wear thick sweaters or a hoodie underneath, consider the next size up.
- If you are between sizes, the slim cut and the cinched hem both point toward sizing up.
- If you are tall and want more coverage at the hip, L has the longest listed length at 59 cm (23.23 in).
All sales are final, and we cannot accept returns or exchanges for fit. Because the chart is limited, it is worth contacting us before you order if you are unsure. We would rather help you pick the right size than have you guess.
How to style it
A cropped puffer is easiest to style when you let the coat be the volume and keep the bottom half simple.
With high-waisted jeans. The hip-length cut meets the waistband and keeps your proportions tidy. Straight or wide-leg jeans both work.
With leggings and boots. A good option for walks and errands. The coat covers your torso and the leggings keep things streamlined.
With a long skirt or wide-leg trousers. The short coat balances a lot of fabric below. Knit trousers or a pleated skirt look good under a glossy shell.
With a scarf. The high funnel collar already covers the neck, so a thin scarf is enough. A thick one may crowd the collar.
Color choices. Royal blue is a strong color on its own, so neutral pieces such as denim, black, grey and cream let it carry the outfit. The listing also shows green, dark gray, grey, black, red, pink and navy options. Some option labels in the listing mention pants. This page is for the coat, so check the option you select before ordering.
Where else you can wear it
A quilted cropped puffer coat for women with hood is more flexible than it first looks. Some ideas:
- Commuting. The hip length is easier to sit in on a train or in a car than a long coat.
- Weekend errands and coffee runs. Zip it up, put the hood on if it is windy, and go.
- Travel. On a plane or in a cold airport, a coat that is short and removable-hooded is easy to carry or wear.
- Casual evenings out. The glossy finish looks more dressed up than a matte sports jacket.
It is not a technical outdoor piece. For serious hiking, skiing or heavy rain, choose a coat that states waterproofing and insulation ratings, because this listing does not.
Shipping
Free standard shipping to all 50 US states. Orders are made to order and ship from our production partner within 1 to 3 business days, then arrive in about 7 to 14 business days. You get a tracking link by email as soon as your order ships.
All sales are final
All sales are final. Because every item is made to order, we do not accept returns or exchanges for change of mind or fit, so please check the size information before ordering. If your order arrives damaged, defective or not as described, email us within 14 days of delivery with a photo and we will send a replacement or a refund.
Contact us
Email hello@coatraven.com. A real person replies within one business day.
Why shop with Coat Raven
We are a coat shop, and coats are all we think about. That means we describe each piece plainly, tell you what we know and what we do not, and use the product photos as a guide to what you will receive.
On this coat, for example, we have been open about the missing size chart, the unlisted fill and the conflicting spec fields. We would rather you read that now than discover it after the coat arrives.
You get free shipping to the US, prices in US dollars and a clear policy on damaged, defective or wrong items. If something is unclear about this coat, ask us before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
Is the hood removable?
Yes. The product title and photos show a detachable hood. The listing's specification field says "Hooded: No," which looks like a data entry error, so we follow the title and photos.
How warm is this coat?
The title calls it thickened, and it is a quilted polyester puffer. The listing does not give the fill type, fill weight, lining or a temperature rating, so we cannot give you a specific temperature range. For colder days, layer a sweater underneath.
Does it run small?
The cut is listed as slim, and the hem is cinched. If you want room for thick sweaters, or you are between sizes, consider sizing up. Coat lengths are 54 cm (21.26 in) in S, 56 cm (22.05 in) in M and 59 cm (23.23 in) in L.
Can I return it if it does not fit?
No. All sales are final, and we do not accept returns or exchanges for fit or change of mind. If the coat arrives damaged, defective or is the wrong item, we will replace or refund it within 14 days of delivery.
How long does shipping take?
Shipping to the US is free and takes 7 to 14 business days.
