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Patagonia’s Foundational Jacket Is a Steal Right Now (While Sizes Last)

Seasonal colors, slashed prices, and disappearing inventory—this might be your best chance to score Patagonia’s classic down jacket.

Four insulated Patagonia puffer jackets in different colors—blue, mustard yellow, teal, and orange—are displayed in a staggered arrangement against a beige background. Each jacket features horizontal quilting, a high collar, and a front zipper. The blue jacket in front has a small rectangular logo patch on the left chest.Patagonia

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Patagonia’s iconic Down Sweater is the kind of go‑to layer that quietly defines an outdoor wardrobe: warm, reliable, and built to last.

Whether you’re drawn to the hooded version for added coverage or prefer the sleeker non‑hooded cut, now’s the time of year to save on one of the brand’s most foundational jackets, available in men’s and women’s variants in a wide range of colors.

Why It’s an Outdoor Staple

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What makes the Down Sweater stand out is its balance of warmth and packability. Patagonia uses 800-fill-power down that’s responsibly sourced and encased in a lightweight, windproof shell made from recycled nylon.

Black quilted puffer jacket with a hood, featuring horizontal stitching and a front zipper. The jacket has a Patagonia logo patch on the chest. The hood is fitted and includes adjustable drawstrings.
The hooded version of the Down Sweater offers additional warmth and protection against the elements with minimal additional bulk.
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The result is a jacket that feels light on the shoulders but is heavy on performance, offering real insulation without unnecessary bulk.

Small details—like elastic cuffs, an adjustable hem you can cinch from inside the hand pockets, and a smooth-gliding zipper backed by a storm flap—underscore its thoughtful design.

Hands adjusting the blue drawstring toggle on the hem of a dark gray puffer jacket, worn over olive green pants. The jacket features a visible blue zipper on a pocket.Patagonia

Compared to synthetic standbys like the Nano Puff, the Down Sweater offers noticeably more loft and warmth, making it the better choice for truly cold, dry conditions.

It isn’t the jacket you grab for high-intensity pursuits in wet weather, but when you’re looking for reliable warmth on crisp mornings, winter commutes, or campfire nights, it’s the piece that delivers. It has long been a favorite among outdoor enthusiasts for its versatility, equally at home in the backcountry as it is layered over a flannel on a city street.

Pricing and Availability

A person wearing a long-sleeve black shirt is holding a compact, folded blue item with a zipper, likely a packable jacket or similar lightweight garment.
One of the jacket’s best hidden tricks is its ability to stuff down into its own pocket for easy packability.
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If you’ve been eyeing the cozy weight and premium feel of Patagonia’s Down Sweater—especially in a seasonal hue—this sale window is your moment.

Patagonia’s Web Specials section is offering sizeable discounts on select Down Sweater styles for men and women. Retailers like REI also matching these markdowns in some cases while offering different styles and colors.

Below are some of the best colors we’ve found that still have a wide range of sizes available.

Men's lightweight, quilted puffer jacket in dark gray with a high collar and full front zipper. The jacket features horizontal stitching and a small Patagonia logo patch on the left chest. The model is also wearing blue pants.Patagonia

Patagonia Down Sweater (Forge Grey)

Patagonia’s Down Sweater Jacket trims the hood but keeps the chill out. The shell is NetPlus recycled nylon ripstop, made from discarded fishing nets, with a PFC-free DWR finish that easily handles damp days. Inside is lofty 800-fill-power RDS-certified goose down that delivers serious warmth without sacrificing feather-light packability. Zip-handwarmer pockets, a chest pocket that converts into a stuff sack, and cinching hem—this is stripped-back insulation that’s equally at home on mountain summits or city streets.
A woman wearing a maroon quilted puffer jacket with a high collar and a front zipper. The jacket has horizontal stitching and two zippered side pockets. There is a small rectangular logo patch on the left chest. She is also wearing black pants.Patagonia

Patagonia Women’s Down Sweater Jacket (Marion Red)

Teal green puffer jacket with a hood, featuring horizontal quilting and a front zipper. The jacket has a small Patagonia logo on the left chest. The model is also wearing a black beanie and light brown pants.Patagonia

Patagonia Down Sweater Hoody (Wetland Blue)

Patagonia’s Down Sweater Hoody nails the sweet spot between ultralight packability and everyday wearability. The shell is made from NetPlus recycled nylon, spun out of discarded fishing nets, and treated with a PFC-free water-repellent finish. Inside, 800-fill-power Responsible Down Standard goose down delivers serious warmth without the bulk. Add in an adjustable hood, zippered hand pockets, and a chest pocket that doubles as a stuff sack, and you’ve got a do-everything puffer built for years of use.
Light blue quilted puffer jacket with a hood, front zipper, and side pockets, worn by a person. The jacket has a small Patagonia logo on the left chest. The person is also wearing black pants.Patagonia

Patagonia Women’s Down Sweater Hoody (Abundant Blue)

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