When choosing women’s winter jackets, start with length, insulation and room for the layers underneath. A shorter jacket gives a more compact silhouette, while a longer style offers more coverage when temperatures drop.

Look at the filling and construction of each jacket to understand how it is designed for colder weather. Down, synthetic insulation and heavier outer fabrics can offer different combinations of warmth, weight and protection.

Leave room for winter layers

Try your winter jacket over the knitwear, hoodie or sweatshirt you actually wear. Check that you can move comfortably through the shoulders and arms, and notice where the hem sits when you sit down.

Explore all women’s jackets, or compare with women’s puffer jackets for padded styles, women’scoats for longer silhouettes and women’s fleece jackets for softer layers.