Is 450 fill power warm enough for winter?

It handles mild to moderate cold and layering, but 450 fill power is below the 600-800 range used in serious cold-weather coats. For freezing temperatures or long time outdoors, plan on a heavy sweater underneath.

Can I machine wash a down coat with a faux-fur collar?

The coat is listed as machine washable. Wash cold on a gentle cycle with a down-specific detergent, and check whether the faux-fur collar detaches before washing; if it does not, air-dry the coat and fluff the fill by hand.

How does the sizing run?

It has a straight fit, and the size small measures about 101.5 cm at the bust with a 76 cm body length. That points to a roomy cut meant for layering, so most shoppers can take their usual size.

Where does it hit on the body?

It is designed to hit at the upper thigh, so it covers the hips but stops short of the knee. That keeps it easier to walk and drive in than a long puffer.

What's the difference between this and a longer down coat?

This one stops at the upper thigh and uses 450-fill-power down, so it is lighter and less warm than a knee-length coat with higher fill power. It suits city wear and car commutes better than standing outside in a cold snap.

When is the best time to buy it?

Down coats usually discount most in late January and February as stores clear winter stock, and again in early fall before the season starts. Use the price history to see whether the current price is below the usual range.

Lauren Ralph Lauren Diamond-Quilted Down Coat

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$287.00at Amazon, last seen Nov 1

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Our take on the Lauren Ralph Lauren Diamond-Quilted Down Coat

A diamond-quilted down coat from Lauren Ralph Lauren with a faux-fur spread collar, full-zip front and a straight fit that hits at the upper thigh. The shell and lining are polyester, and the fill is 450-fill-power down (60% duck down, 40% other feathers), which is a moderate warmth level rather than expedition grade. It is machine washable, which is unusual for a down coat with a faux-fur collar. No current price was provided, so check the live comparison for where it sits against its recent range.

Best forCold-weather commuters who want a polished lookShoppers who prefer machine-washable downBuyers wanting upper-thigh coverage without a long maxi coat