Uniqlo ultra light down jackets

[christinarossetti]

Are they warm enough to be used as a winter jacket?

I'm in London, so doesn't need to be Nordic, but I really don't like being cold.

I've got a couple of wool blend ones that keep me warm enough, but am tempted by something lighter to carry when using the tube etc.

TIA

They get rave reviews and seem like a bargain. The only thing that put me off (besides the lack of waterproofing that is standard for puffas) is that they seem very shiny. I bought a Rab instead. It also packs small, comes in nice colours, is warm and lightweight but isn't quite as cheap and shiny looking.

My mum has a couple. Very warm yes. Flattering no.

I've been covering the Rab ones frick but I can't justify the cost...

Love those colours, though, and they do look toasty warm.

coveting.....

My sister has one. She raves about it. I haven't the heart to tell her it's one of the least flattering jackets she's ever bought....