V A is a long standing and recognised digital creative; her voice resonates with many. In the last ten years, the site has developed into an online destination for fashion, beauty and lifestyle advice. Her sense of style, editorial flair and practical counsel offers an inspired and graceful approach to living.

V A is a long standing and recognised digital creative; her voice resonates with many. In the last ten years, the site has developed into an online destination for fashion, beauty and lifestyle advice. Her sense of style, editorial flair and practical counsel offers an inspired and graceful approach to living.

Edit by: Vicki
Jan 29, 2020

Puffy, Puff, Puffer

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It is not often “puffy” is a happy word in my vocabulary.
If it is to do with eyes or ankles, I’m out. If we are talking winter jackets, I am in.

Puffer jackets are back in their stride and for a versatile and practical item, they are looking pretty good. It’s all about how we wear them. I’m not thinking ski wear but puffer jackets to wrap up in and stay cosy; the once only walk-the-dog or hike-in puffers have become a regular fashion staple this season.


I’m not complaining, I love when practicality gets promoted.

Even since moving to Europe, I have been crazy for puffer jackets. Possibly because I never had occasion to wear one before in my southern hemisphere world. Over the last 20 years, they have been in and out of my wardrobe and it is the time one was put back.


I’m not convinced we need the super expensive model as gorgeous as they are because there are plenty of puffers around to look equally fabulous in without burning the bank. 

How to wear the puffer? However you like.


*Choose the length that works best and start layering.


*The jeans, boots and turtleneck are a winning combination but don’t dismiss the humble puffer as a finish for the finer wear. A dress, with a long line puffer on top, can look seriously chic. If your waist allows the addition of a thick and tight belt is very smart.


*Try the shorter length style of puffer coat with a patterned pair of pants; think tartan, brocade or even a jewelled coloured silk pair.


*Consider a velvet puffer; a relaxed piece in a luxe fabric is a winning combination.



At this point in the season, I’m all for praising the puffer. x




Puff Pieces

channel quilt puffer  ||  hooded puffer  ||  collar puffer  ||  down and feather puffer ||  camouflage puffer  ||  cocoon puffer   ||  ribbed puffer




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