Puffect Ii Full Zip Jacket women's

Use:

• Designed as an urban winter jacket for women, ideal for daily city use during cold seasons, combining style and functionality.
• Perfect for those seeking superior outerwear, being one of the thickest jackets in Columbia's winter collection, providing exceptional warmth even on the coldest days.
• Its versatility makes it suitable for the entire late autumn and winter period, adapting to various weather conditions of these seasons thanks to its design and materials.
• Ideal for complementing a casual urban wardrobe, thanks to its contemporary design and colors that easily integrate with relaxed and everyday styles.
• Offers excellent protection against intense cold, becoming an indispensable ally for people very sensitive to low temperatures who do not want to sacrifice comfort.
• The brand has manufactured it as a reliable and good value-for-money option within its popular Puffect line, seeking to offer a durable and effective short-cut outerwear solution for winter.

Features:

• Equipped with Omni-Shield™ technology, which provides advanced water and stain repellency, keeping the jacket cleaner and drier for longer by preventing liquids from being easily absorbed, which is useful in light drizzles or snowfalls.
• High collar designed to offer additional protection against wind and cold, shielding a sensitive area and helping to maintain body heat.
• Front pockets with zipper closure, allowing personal items such as keys or a mobile phone to be stored securely and accessibly.
• Features an interior pocket for valuables, offering a discreet and secure space to carry important belongings such as a wallet or documents.
• Elastic cuffs that fit comfortably on the wrists, helping to seal out cold air and efficiently maintain body heat.
• Includes a practical chin guard, which prevents irritation caused by the main zipper rubbing against the skin, improving comfort when fully zipped.
• Features a regular fit, offering a balance between comfort and a flattering silhouette, allowing for internal layering without feeling tight.
• Center back length of 63.5 cm, providing adequate coverage that protects the lumbar area from the cold.

Materials:

• Outer fabric (Shell): Composed of 100% polyester, a material selected for its durability, wrinkle resistance, quick-drying, and ease of care. This outer fabric is treated with Omni-Shield™ technology to provide water and stain repellent properties, offering limited protection against light moisture and everyday dirt.
• Inner lining (Lining): Made with 210T nylon taffeta, which is 100% nylon. Nylon taffeta is a smooth, soft-to-the-touch, lightweight, and very wear-resistant fabric, which facilitates the jacket's glide over other garments and contributes to a superior feeling of comfort. The 210T designation indicates a thread count that ensures good quality and durability of the lining.
• Insulation: Filled with Thermarator™ 100% recycled polyester insulation. This is an advanced synthetic insulation developed by Columbia, specifically designed to offer high heat retention capacity, similar to down but with the advantage of maintaining its thermal properties even in humid conditions. Being 100% recycled polyester, this component actively contributes to sustainability by reducing reliance on virgin materials and decreasing environmental impact. It is characterized by being a thick filling, directly responsible for the notable warmth the jacket provides.

Ecological Certificates and Brand Sustainability Practices:

• The Thermarator™ insulation in this jacket is made with 100% recycled polyester, underscoring Columbia's commitment to the circular economy and reducing plastic waste, offering a more sustainable product without compromising thermal performance.
• Columbia is a bluesign® System Partner. This is a comprehensive and independent standard that addresses sustainability throughout the entire textile supply chain. Being a System Partner means Columbia works to ensure its products are manufactured using processes and materials that minimize environmental impact, responsibly manage natural resources, and ensure worker and consumer safety. This benefits society by promoting a cleaner, safer, and more ethical textile industry.
• The brand applies Standards of Manufacturing Practices (SMP), which is a robust code of conduct. These standards establish clear expectations for suppliers in critical areas such as fair labor practices, occupational health and safety, and responsible environmental management, promoting decent and safe conditions throughout its global supply chain.
• The brand adheres to a Restricted Substances List (RSL), a protocol that prohibits or strictly limits the use of chemicals considered potentially harmful to human health or the environment in its products, thereby contributing to consumer safety and ecological protection.
• Columbia uses the Higg Index (Facility Environmental Module - FEM), a standardized self-assessment tool that manufacturing facilities use to measure and improve their environmental performance. This fosters transparency and continuous improvement in key areas such as energy and water consumption, waste management, and greenhouse gas emissions.
• Columbia implements a Materials Traceability Program, aiming to increase transparency and accountability regarding the origin of materials used in its products, allowing for better tracking and management of its value chain.
• Additionally, Columbia demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through its participation in various global initiatives and memberships, including: the AFIRM Group for safe chemical management; the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Climate Action Corps to address climate change; the Apparel Impact Institute's (Aii) Clean by Design program to improve resource efficiency in factories; the Transparency Pledge and the use of Open Supply Hub (OSH) for greater supply chain transparency; the AAFA & FLA Apparel & Footwear Industry Commitment to Responsible Recruitment for ethical hiring practices. The brand also supports the European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA), aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), publishes a Supply Chain Transparency Statement, and establishes partnerships with organizations like Planet Water Foundation, National Park Foundation, and Conservation International to promote conservation and access to clean water.