How to Wear a Leather Puffer Jacket: 7 Men's Outfits

A leather puffer jacket sits somewhere between a classic leather jacket and a winter padded coat. You get the texture and attitude of leather, with quilted panels that add warmth and a more relaxed, modern shape. It is one of the most practical pieces a man can own for cold weather, but because it has more volume than a slim biker jacket, it helps to think a little about what you wear with it.

Here are seven outfits that work, from the weekend to the office, plus a few simple rules on fit and colour.

Getting the Fit Right

Puffers are meant to look a little fuller than a tailored jacket, but they should not swamp you.

• Shoulders: the seam should sit at or just past your natural shoulder.
• Length: most leather puffers end at the hip. This keeps the look balanced and lets you move freely.
• Room to layer: you should be able to zip it over a knit or hoodie without it pulling across the chest.
• Sleeves: they should reach your wrist bone with your arms relaxed.

If you are between sizes, our guide on how a leather jacket should fit will help.

1. Black Puffer, Black Jeans and Boots

The easiest starting point. A black leather puffer with slim black or charcoal jeans, a grey crew-neck knit and black leather boots gives you a sharp, all-dark outfit that works almost anywhere. Keep the trousers slim so the volume of the jacket stays on top.

2. Brown Puffer With Denim and a Cream Knit

Brown leather looks warm and relaxed. Pair it with mid-blue jeans, a cream or oatmeal jumper and brown suede boots or desert boots. This is a great weekend outfit for walks, coffee and casual plans.

3. Hoodie Layered Underneath

For a streetwear feel, wear a grey or black hoodie under the puffer and pull the hood out over the collar. Add joggers or tapered cargo trousers and clean white or black trainers. The mix of soft cotton and quilted leather looks modern and easy.

Tip: Keep the Colours Simple

Because a puffer already has strong texture, stick to two or three colours in the rest of the outfit. Black, grey, navy, cream and olive all sit well with black or brown leather.

4. Smart-Casual With Chinos and a Roll-Neck

A leather puffer can look surprisingly polished. Try a black or navy roll-neck, stone or charcoal chinos and leather Chelsea boots. It is warm enough for a cold commute but neat enough for a smart-casual office or dinner.

5. Over a Shirt and Knit for the Office

Layer a crisp oxford shirt under a fine merino jumper, add wool trousers and leather Derby shoes, then top it with a black puffer. Take the jacket off and you still look put together. It is a practical alternative to a long coat on days you are driving or cycling.

6. Utility Look With Cargo Trousers

Olive cargo trousers, a black T-shirt or thermal top and chunky boots give a rugged, outdoorsy style that suits a brown or black puffer. A beanie and a simple scarf finish the look on very cold days.

7. Monochrome Grey and Black

For a clean, minimal look, wear a mid-grey knit with grey or black trousers and black trainers under a black puffer. The shades of grey stop the outfit from feeling flat, while the leather adds depth and shine.

What to Avoid

• Very baggy trousers: too much volume top and bottom can look shapeless.
• Long coats underneath: anything longer than the puffer will hang out at the hem.
• Too many logos or patterns: let the leather be the main feature.

Caring for a Leather Puffer

Hang it on a wide hanger so the padding keeps its shape, keep it away from direct heat and let it dry naturally if it gets damp. Our guide on how to layer a leather jacket in winter has more ideas for cold days.

Shop Men's Leather Puffer and Winter Jackets

Ready to try the look? These jackets are available in sizes XS to 4XL with free shipping:

• Men's Alpine Black Leather Puffer Bomber Jacket
• Men's Alpine Brown Leather Puffer Bomber Jacket
• Men's Everest B-3 Black Faux Fur Leather Bomber Jacket
• Men's Brooklyn Black Leather Hooded Bomber Jacket

Browse more styles in our men's jackets collection.