The puffer jackets and parkas from the brand Puma

Herzogenaurach, 1948: the home of Rudolf Dassler

Puma was born in 1948 in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria. Rudolf Dassler, who had been making sports goods with his brother, founded his own company after their split; he initially registered it under the name of Ruda, a combination of his first name and his last name, before opting for Puma, a name with more appeal. The rivalry between the two brothers has left a lasting mark on the small town, where the two factories face each other across the Aurach. The leaping cat becomes the emblem of a brand found in many sports, also featured on its winter jackets.

The other brands

The puffer jackets and parkas are available by brand:

• Serge Blanco.
• Jack & Jones.
• Force XV.
• Kappa.
• Macron.

All selections are gathered on the puffer jackets and parkas page.

warmCELL, windCELL, rainCELL: the in-house technologies

Puma groups jackets with thermal insulation designed to keep heat close to the body under the name warmCELL. On a puffer jacket, this insulation relies on padded filling, divided into compartments, which retains warm air from the body. Some models combine it with other brand treatments, windCELL against the wind and rainCELL against the rain, to tackle a cold, windy, and wet day. These markers, indicated on the product sheet, help to choose between a jacket designed for dry cold and a parka intended for bad weather.

Puma sizing: regular fit, tailored and kids sizes

Puma indicates for its jackets the fit, regular or more tailored, information as useful as the size itself. In regular fit, you take your usual size, even with a mid-layer; in tailored fit, the next size up allows for layering. For a child, sizes are read in age or height: you rely on their actual height in centimetres and leave a little room for growth. For care, follow the label, mostly a wash at thirty degrees on a delicate cycle, and avoid fabric softeners, which weigh down the filling.

Good deals

Good bargains can be found in promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals feature the latest collections. Items shipped within 24 hours are prepared and sent within 24 hours. The year's key events follow a stable order: Black Friday at the end of autumn, the holiday season, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, followed by the summer sales and back to school.

Frequently asked questions

Does the brand Puma have any connection to the Pumas of Argentina?

None: the nickname of the Argentine team comes from a misunderstanding by journalists in 1965, who mistook the jaguar on the crest for a puma. The name has remained, unrelated to the German brand.

Can you put a puffer jacket in the dryer?

Yes, if the label allows it, on a low heat setting and in several short cycles. This is actually the best way to restore its fluffiness, as the tumbling breaks apart any clumps of filling formed during washing.

What winter jacket is best for a child playing outside?

A lightweight synthetic puffer resists repeated washing better and dries faster than a down model. Choose a bright colour for easy spotting and a fixed hood that won't get lost.

Is a parka warmer than a puffer?

Not necessarily: warmth mainly depends on the filling and its thickness. However, the parka protects a larger part of the body due to its length and offers better wind and rain resistance thanks to its outer fabric.

How can you prevent a jacket zipper from getting stuck?

Zip it up completely before washing and occasionally rub the teeth with a bit of wax or dry soap. If the pull tab catches on the fabric, gently pull back instead of forcing it, to avoid distorting the slider.