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Women's quilted jackets can make great statement pieces and can look fantastic if worn correctly. However, some designs can also appear a little bulky and if you want to enhance your figure, you should always consider a jacket with a tailored fit that goes in slightly at the waist.
This will invariably look smarter and more flattering than a bulkier example and, if worn with figure-enhancing skinny jeans or leggings together with boots or shoes with a medium heel, can create a fashionable and stylish look.
Also consider adding an additional statement piece such as a brightly coloured neck scarf, contrasting top or bold jewellery to complete the look.
Bear in mind however that the quality of your quilted jacket will also have a bearing on what you are able to wear with it. For example, cheaper designs can often appear bulkier as the quality of the filling is poorer and offers less insulation than a higher quality down-filled jacket does.
To stay warm in a cheaper model will mean wearing heavier jumpers and fleeces too and this can quickly spoil the tailored look you have chosen. However, a soft down-filled quilted jacket will provide better warmth without creating the need to wear anything other than a lightweight top or 'T' shirt underneath, giving you far more styling options and greater flexibility when it comes to picking the occasions when it can be worn.
To retain a fashionable appearance, also consider other styling details such as a higher neckline, contrasting buttons and the overall colour. These factors will dictate the other items that you can team up your jacket with. Also think about whether you want to be able to wear it all year round or just during the winter, as this will influence the level of warmth you want your jacket to provide.
To keep the shape of your quilted jacket, it will need regular washing or you will run the risk of it appearing flat and lifeless. Most styles are machine washable and need no special care, but always read the label first of course. After washing, just use a hanger and allow it to drip dry, giving it a good shake to fluff up the filling before wearing it again.
Worn correctly, ladies quilted jackets offer a practical and stylish alternative to bulkier coats and can provide a real style statement at the same time.