The myth of the non-puffy puffer coat is something I refuse to perpetuate this winter. I mean, c'mon, it's right there in the name: Puffer. Coat. However, even if you've stumbled across my humble story in search of non-bulky outerwear, don't close this window just yet—there is another way to achieve down jacket warmness without sacrificing your shape. All you need is seven key items and a light lesson in layering—click through the slideshow below for both right now.

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