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15 Winter Parkas That'll Keep You Feeling Warm—and Looking Cool
Here in New York City, it's gone from 70 degrees in November (major yikes) to 35 degrees in a matter of weeks (major yikes again, but for different reasons). This means that, for me, the window to ditch my tees and light jackets and replace them with heavier, more waterproof pieces was very narrow; parka season arrived before I even had time to prepare.
And, yes, I do say "parka season" as opposed to "coat season" or "puffer season," because when the weather is this cold and wet and windy, a parka is a necessity. The insulation, length, and hoods of parkas set them apart from jackets which might be fashionable enough for winter, but certainly not functional enough. A parka, on the other hand, is hard to go wrong with, if it's A) under 45 degrees, B) wet and/or windy, C) generally miserable outside, or D) all of the above.
So as we settle into December and the threat of winter becomes a Jon Snow-level reality rather than a Ned Stark-level fantasy, hang up your lightweight jackets and your impractical coats, and pull out your parkas. And if you—like me—have procrastinated before getting one and need a new pick ASAP, you're in luck; 15 of the best men's winter parkas, from brands like The North Face, L.L.Bean, and Arc'teryx, are below.
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Arctic Cloth Heavyweight Performance Parka
Tommy Hilfiger
amazon.com
$119.99
Tommy Hilfiger has the ultimate go-to parka, where ultra-warm tech merges with a classic silhouette.
amazon.com - 3/16
Maine Warden's 3-in-1 Parka, with Gore-Tex
L.L.Bean
llbean.com
$399.00
The cold is no match for this Gore-Tex parka, which has cold-blocking fabric and a warm hood.
llbean.com - 4/16
Black Nylon Parka
Chemist Creations
ssense.com
$148.00
Winter is the time to look cool. This parka will keep you warm while you do it.
ssense.com - 5/16
Italian Short Tech Down Parka
Todd Snyder
toddsnyder.com
$948.00
Duck down and polyfill take this puffer parka to the next level.
toddsnyder.com - 6/16
Faux Fur Trim Hooded Parka Jacket
Guess
Nordstrom Rack
$99.97
Elegant and chic, this Guess parka is best paired with a teeny tiny cup of espresso, preferably in a fancy ski lodge.
Nordstrom Rack - 7/16
Alpha Parka
Arc'teryx
arcteryx.com
$999.00
The crew at Arc'teryx are masters of warmth and durability—so this parka will last you for years to come.
arcteryx.com - 8/16
McMurdo Parka
The North Face
The North Face
$400.00
The longest coat in length by The North Face, this parka has it all: a hood, 600-fill recycled down, and protection against all the winter elements.
The North Face - 9/16
The ReNew Long Parka
Everlane
everlane.com
$168.00
For a longer parka at a lower price point, Everlane has you covered (from rain, wind, cold, and snow, that is).
everlane.com - 10/16
Blue Nylon Parka
Ambush
ssense.com
$654.00
A parka for those who participate in the "Now that it's winter, I can finally start dressing" Tweets each year.
ssense.com - 11/16
Oversized Logo-Appliquéd Fleece-Lined Shell Hooded Parka
Acne Studios
Mr Porter
$1050.00
This Scandinavian-designed parka is high function and high fashion, with a relaxed fit and fleece lining.
Mr Porter - 12/16
Marquam Peak Fusion Omni-Heat Infinity Insulated Parka
Columbia
columbia.com
$200.00
With water-repellent tech and a hood, this parka is perfect for all of winter's outdoor activities.
columbia.com - 13/16
Green Wadded Parka
PS by Paul Smith
ssense.com
$306.00
This stylish coat is made from recycled nylon and polyester, with large pockets for all your goodies and necessities.
ssense.com - 14/16
B-9 Waterproof Down Parka
Eddie Bauer
eddiebauer.com
$209.40
Originally made by Eddie Bauer for World War II Armed Forces, the B-9 parka gets a 21st century update.
eddiebauer.com - 15/16
Langford Hooded Parka
Canada Goose
bloomingdales.com
$1295.00
Canada Goose might be pricey, but the brand's parkas are a surefire investment that never lose style.
bloomingdales.com - 16/16
Heritage Men's Parka
Duncan Keith x Nobis
nobis.com
$995.00
Large pockets and a fur-trimmed hood make this a parka worth keeping in your, ah, back pocket.
nobis.com
