Down jackets are essential to any backpacker's winter and shoulder season kit, but when it comes to cleaning, they tend to get neglected. If your jacket is dirty, you may be hesitant to wash it, ...

A proper wash can bring it back to life. Puffer jackets are a winter wardrobe staple. But after a season of keeping you cozy—or a summer of getting musty in storage—they're likely in need of a refresh ...

Most people take their down jacket for granted, expecting it to perform the same year after year, season after season, without much maintenance. Don’t be one of them. Over time, the down inside a ...

Down has the highest warmth-to-weight and warmth-to-packed size ratio of any widely available material. And quality items made from it can last for decades. If you take care of them. Here’s how. We ...

In the season when many people are putting on sweaters and coats to protect themselves from the cold, they’re also discovering that their jackets require special attention when washing. Lili Poland ...

I washed my down jacket in a washing machine yesterday and it came out great. It didn’t shrink. It didn’t melt. The feathers are nice and fluffy. (Did you know you can wash down in a machine? Because ...

In the chilly January weather, many of us will likely be donning our snug puffer jackets when we venture outdoors. They're light yet excellent at keeping us warm, even when the temperatures outside ...

When it comes to laundry, denim is a touchy subject, especially in jacket form. But have no fear — there are a few things you can do to learn how to wash a denim jacket properly so you can avoid ...

When cold winds arrive, a puffer jacket is a great choice for staying warm. The key to keeping puffer jackets looking good and providing warmth is proper care. If the insulation, or the "puff," ...