The Best Winter Jackets for Men, Tested by Style Editors

What’s Happening

So get this: Options from Lululemon and Patagonia kept us the warmest.

Christian is the Style and Reviews Director at Men’s Health and Women’s Health, where he oversees shopping and style content for both brands. He kicked off his magazine career as an accessories assistant at Vogue, and has since held editorial roles at Tatler Asia and The Manual. (plot twist fr)

When he’s not online shopping, you can find him on long walks with his two corgis.

The Details

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MEN’S HEALTH EDITORS spent a lot of time outdoors. We commute to our NYC office, then juggle between the gym, errands, and weekend outings.

Why This Matters

So when cold-weather hits we need winter coats that can get us through nearly every icy scenario imaginable. Gone are the days when staying warm meant looking like a walking snowman. Today’s outerwear has come a long way, using advanced insulation, weatherproof fabrics, and smarter construction that keeps you warmer with far less bulk—plus durable shells that handle wind, snow, and freezing rain.

This is the kind of health news that affects everyday decisions.

Key Takeaways

• The best designs layer comfortably, move well, and still look sharp.
• Along the way, the Men’s Health style team has put more than 40 coats through real-life use: daily city commutes, snowy trail days, and ski trips.
• We look at how warm they actually feel, how well they move, how tough the materials are, and whether they look good off the rack.

The Bottom Line

The two main types are synthetic fill and down fill. Made from polyester fibers, synthetic insulation is often more affordable than down and handles wet weather better.

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