How to Choose Insulated Outerwear

An insulated mid layer for just about any pursuit, the women's Patagonia Nano Puff Hoody is built for those who need a weather-resistant, lightweight and packable puffy.
Imported.
View the Patagonia Nano Puff Product LineView all Patagonia Women's Synthetic Insulation JacketsBest Use | Multisport |
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Fabric | Shell: 1.4 oz. 20-denier 100% recycled ripstop polyester with durable water repellent (DWR) finish made without intentionally added PFAS |
Lining Fabric | 1.3 oz. 100% recycled ripstop polyester with DWR finish made without intentionally added PFAS |
Insulated | Yes |
Insulation Type | Synthetic |
Insulation | 60 g PrimaLoft Gold Insulation Eco 100% postconsumer recycled polyester with P.U.R.E. (Produced Using Reduced Emissions) technology |
Warmth | Warm |
Hood | Yes |
Packable | Yes |
Back Length | Hip-length |
Back Length (in.) | Unavailable |
Gender | Women's |
Weight | 12.3 ounces |
Sustainability | Fair Trade Certified™ sewing Contains materials that meet the bluesign® criteria Contains recycled materials Fair Trade Certified™ Factory |
XXS | XS | S | M | L | XL | XXL | 00 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | |
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Numerical Size | 00 - 0 | 2 - 4 | 6 - 8 | 10 - 12 | 14 - 16 | 18 - 20 | 22 | 00 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 |
Chest | 31 - 32 | 33 - 34 | 35 - 36 | 37 - 38.5 | 40 - 42 | 44 - 46 | 48 | |||||||||||||
Waist | 24.5 - 25.5 | 26.5 - 27.5 | 28.5 - 29.5 | 30.5 - 32 | 33.5 - 35.5 | 37.5 - 39.5 | 41.5 | 24.5 | 25.5 | 26.5 | 27.5 | 28.5 | 29.5 | 30.5 | 32 | 33.5 | 35.5 | 37.5 | 39.5 | 41.5 |
Hip | 34 - 35 | 36 - 37 | 38 - 39 | 40 - 41.5 | 43 - 45 | 47 - 49 | 51 | 34 | 35 | 36 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 40 | 41.5 | 43 | 45 | 47 | 49 | 51 |
Inseam | 30 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 31 | 31 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 | 32 |
Inseam varies depending on style. Measurements are stated in inches unless otherwise indicated.
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I walked into my local REI this early autumn season planning to purchase a Nano Puff Hoody in a women's medium. I love the weight, light insulation, and windproof features of this jacket. At 64 inches tall and 120 lbs, the length is a bit long on me, but I make it work using the lower cinch cord. Well, surprise and great disappointment have caused me to abort my purchase plan. The sizing in the shoulders has changed and shrunk!! Why would Patagonia make the shoulders smaller and tighter for women? After years of comfortable wear for me, this jacket is now too tight across my shoulders. Bummer....
I was concerned about three things and prepared to return this if any were not just right: 1. Color. Wasn’t thrilled with the color choices and went with dark ruby. I do not generally venture into reds for my clothing. The color is a cross between brown and dark purple, think California Raisin. I really like it and it is not too shiny. 2.Length/Size. I have a long torso and long arms. Most coats are not long enough in both areas, this is. I can sit down and not worry about plumbers crack and the sleeves cover my wrists. I usually order a large but ordered an XL so I can wear this over a hoodie in the winter, it will fit over something with weight underneath and still be comfortable. I am 5’5’ and and 170 but look pretty slim. Carry most of my thickness in my belly. 3. Weight. I didn’t want bulky or heavy. Wanted to be able to wear in spring and fall and winter. This is very thin and lightweight but will be warm but not so warm I will be uncomfortable wearing it. The hood has full coverage too.
Feels like a nice upgrade from previous Nano Puff versions. I can tell the cuff fabric and exterior fabric are nice and durable. The fit is roomier in the shoulders from previous versions, which seems to accommodate a snugger fit that will keep things toasty. Excited to use this when the temps drop!