The 686 Gracious Puffer Women's Jacket is a warm synthetic puffer with a soft, brushed face fabric and a little stretch. It's water resistant enough for light snow, and its cozy feel makes it as easy to wear in town as at the base lodge.

Why we like it:

The brushed face fabric feels soft and matte rather than slick and crinkly, so it reads more like a favorite everyday jacket than ski gear.

Features and Functions:

Generous infiLOFT synthetic insulation fills the body and sleeves, making this one of the warmest pieces in 686's women's line. The face is a two-layer brushed tricot polyester that shrugs off flurries, and built-in stretch keeps it easy to move in. A sturdy metal zipper runs up the front, elastic cuffs and a cord-lock hem hold in heat, and four pockets cover storage: two zippered hand pockets and two inside.

Fit and Sizing:

Regular through the body with a slightly shorter length, room for a sweater underneath and stretch so it moves easily.

Bottom Line:

Best for women who run cold and want a cozy puffer for dry, frigid days on the hill and everyday wear around town.