These Are Our 9 Favorite Quilted Jackets

Barbour is the icon when it comes to English country style. The brand practically invented it in the late 1800s with its Scottish-made waxed cotton jackets. Unlike some of the brand’s more traditional styles, the Powell is a slimmer, more lightweight model that still provides impressive warmth.

It’s one of the most practical jackets out there with deep, button-closure pockets, corduroy lining around the neck, and nearly-invisible zipper pockets to store your valuables.

We’re not above spending extra to stay warm this winter, but if you’re on a budget, this Dickies jacket gets the job done. More akin to a bomber than a classic quilted jacket, it features a zip closure, two waist-height pockets, and a water-resistant shell.

Ribbed bands at the cuffs and hem keep it snug to your body, sealing out the elements. Sure, it’s got a bit of a sheen in some photos, but for an under-$100 option, that’s easy to forgive.

For days when the weather could turn at any moment–it looks sunny one second, then clouds and a gale roll in–this jacket from J. Crew was made to withstand it all. Though the cotton-blend exterior is not exactly weather resistant, it’s packed with insulation that keeps out the chill, aided by the zipper-and-button closure.

But what really sets this apart from other models is the rounded pockets. They may not look as traditional, but they’re much more functional as warmer pockets.

If you’re into the barn jacket look—almost a bomber jacket shape, actually—but require a little more warmth, this option from Ralph Lauren is the ideal middle ground. It still features the classic diamond quilting that keeps you cozy, but the corduroy collar and chest pocket nod to barn-jacket styling.

And unlike most other quilted jackets, this one’s actually water-repellent, so you can even wear it in a drizzle.

Quilting is old-school insulation. Now, there are new more effective techniques like down and down alternative. This Flint and Tinder jacket uses the latter. It leans closer to a contemporary puffer jacket, but the heavier nylon outer retains some of the ruggedness of old quilted jackets.

With a storm flap closure, front pockets for your essentials, a water-resistant shell, and an interior drawcord, it’s the kind of piece you can really count on when temperatures drop.

This is not a sweater, make no mistake about it. The name comes from L.L.Bean trying to ride the success of Patagonia’s Down Sweater puffer jacket. This jacket, however, is much more similar to a quilted jacket if you ask us. That’s mostly because of the waxed cotton shell. Performance wise, it is certainly down. It insulates like a motherfucker.

The zipper closure keeps out the elements, but it’s the waxed cotton exterior that really does the heavy lifting. Not only does it make the jacket water-resistant, but it also helps prevent scuffs and scratches. That means you can toss it around, wear it while roughing it in the back country, and it’ll be able to handle the light abuse.

Spending $8o on a winter jacket isn’t bad, but spending $8o on two jackets? That’s a real steal—and essentially what you get with this Calvin Klein quilted layer. It’s reversible, with navy on one side and a bright cerulean hue on the other for when you’re feeling bold.

Beyond that detail, this quilted bomber has a few other standout features. Chief among them: an outer shell that keeps you warm in the cold and cool during transitional weather. It’s also water-resistant and lightweight enough to layer under a heavier coat when temperatures plummet.

This jacket might look pretty standard at first glance, but trust us—it’s loaded with thoughtful details. The storage alone is impressive: two deep hand pockets at the waist, a buttoned chest pocket for valuables, and a larger vertical-zip chest pocket for storing anything from your phone to sunglasses. Adjustable drawcords at the waist also let you cinch the fit if you prefer something less boxy.

As for materials, the exterior is made from a water-resistant nylon-cotton blend that feels lightweight yet still insulates against the elements, while the quilted polyester lining seals in warmth.

Sure, Levi’s jeans get all the attention, but their outerwear is pretty great, too. This style offers the best of both worlds: the soft collar, ribbed cuffs, and zip-up shape of a bomber, combined with the dense insulation and diamond quilting of a classic quilted option.

Is this the most stylish quilted jacket available? Maybe not. But it checks a few boxes that can’t be ignored. Beyond the timeless silhouette, it’s denser and slimmer-fitting than many other styles, which means less chance of a gust running up your sleeves. It’s also machine washable, has two deep hand pockets, and works in just about any setting–not unlike a pair of Levi’s jeans.