The down jackets and parkas from the brand Serge Blanco

Biarritz, the ocean and a background turned creator

Serge Blanco is inseparable from Biarritz: arriving as a child in the Basque Country, he spends his whole career wearing the red and white jersey of the Biarritz Olympique, of which he later becomes the president. With the French national team, he plays in the final of the first Rugby World Cup in 1987 against New Zealand. The brand he creates in the early nineties reflects this double connection, sporting and oceanic: a well-crafted men's wardrobe, where the winter jacket retains a city look, whether heading to the office, to the stadium, or for a walk facing the waves of the Côte des Basques.

The other brands

The puffer jackets and parkas are also available by brand:

• Jack & Jones.
• Force XV.
• Kappa.
• Macron.
• Puma.

The entire selection is gathered on the puffers and parkas page.

Puffer with or without sleeves: two uses

The sleeved puffer is a complete jacket: it covers the arms, fastens high under the chin, and is enough on its own for cold and dry weather. The sleeveless puffer plays another role: it retains warmth on the chest and back, leaves the arms free for driving or carrying a bag, and layers easily, under a smarter jacket in winter or worn alone in between seasons. Both often share the same construction, with stitched compartments and lightweight filling. With the same filling amount, the sleeveless version is a bit less warm but is hardly noticeable once worn.

Polaire lining and water-repellent fabric: the parka for wet days

A parka with a polaire lining combines two complementary layers. The polaire, a brushed polyester fabric, traps air and provides immediate warmth without fear of moisture; the outer fabric, treated to be water-repellent, allows drizzle to slide off and blocks the wind. This duo suits oceanic climates, where one faces fine rain and cold wind more often than dry frost. For maintenance, wash the parka inside out at thirty degrees, without fabric softener which would flatten the polaire fibers, then dry it on a hanger, away from a direct heat source.

Good deals

Good bargains can be found in promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections. Items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a consistent order: the 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

How to choose the size of a Serge Blanco puffer?

You can rely on your usual jacket size and compare your chest measurement with the brand's guide. If you plan to layer a thick garment, going a size up helps prevent the puffer from compressing the filling.

Has Serge Blanco ever been champion of France?

No, he has never lifted the Bouclier de Brennus as a player: his last match with Biarritz Olympique was the championship final lost in 1992. With the French national team, however, he succeeded in achieving the Grand Slam in 1987.

Can a puffer be worn in the office?

Yes, provided you choose a sober colour, navy blue or black, and fine stitching that limits the bulk. A matte fabric also appears much smarter than a shiny finish.

How to prevent pilling on a polaire?

You wash the jacket inside out, with similar textured garments, at thirty degrees and without fabric softener. If a few pills appear, a lint razor gently passed over the flat areas removes them without damaging the fabric.

Which winter jacket to choose for a damp climate?

In mild and damp weather, a water-repellent fabric parka or a synthetic fill puffer performs better than down, which flattens when wet. An adjustable hood adds protection against showers driven by wind.