Initially a highly technical garment, worn in the mountains during winter sports activities such as hiking and skiing, the down jacket has become stylish and has found its place in women's dressing rooms between trench coats and parkas for everyday occasions.

More modern, better cut and lighter, it is now very much in vogue, as well as being very warm and comforting for winter. Back on the catwalks, invading the streetlooks, the short down jacket is making its mark against the odds.

A protective yet cosy piece of women's clothing, the short down jacket is a staple in every good woman's wardrobe, provided you choose wisely.

How to wear a short down jacket for women?

Very sporty, the short down jacket is urban, but also very functional. The short down jacket is a fashion must-have for winter vacations. Our short down jackets from Brentiny Paris are as wearable in the city as they are in the mountains. Waterproof, they'll protect you from the cold and rain, and from falls on the slopes! The short down jacket is the perfect model for women looking for coats where efficiency comes first without sacrificing sensuality and femininity. The pockets are perfect for carrying your phone, gloves, wallet and sunglasses - no need for a handbag or backpack!

• Women's short printed down jackets

Graphic and trendy, women's short down jackets with prints arebest reserved for women in their twenties. Very popular with influencers, it's best worn with high-waisted mom jeans and flat boots or sneakers. For casual wear, we prefer more sober, feminine pieces. Or wear with simple black leggings and flat loafers.

• The short fur down jacket for women

Very much in vogue, this is the perfect mix with the classic women's down jacket, which is more elegant and feminine. You can also wear it for a walk in the woods with a traditional Adidasfleece jogging suit .For the more urban-minded, women's short fur down jackets can be worn with faux-leather leggings.

• The short quilted down jacket for women

Trendy and all-purpose, this is the most versatile short down jacket for women, and suits all body shapes. Preferably solid-colored, like our light-blue model, it can be worn with straight-cut jeans and a white crop top or heart-shaped sweater.

You'll find the short plain down jacket in our boutique, available in mint green with a glossy finish, off-white, black and brown. The short plain down jacket is a women's basic that's a must-have in every good wardrobe.

• Velvet down jackets for women

Very retro and soft to wear, we wear it streetwear-style with an oversized white tee-shirt, chino pants and heeled sandals. It's the trendiest hippie and seventies down jacket for women, with a funky aura and a definitively retro spirit.

• The short sleeveless down jacket

The most cutting-edge, perfect for chic yet exuberant looks, to be worn with an oversized shirt, velvet flare pants and brown faux croc boots.

How to choose the right short down jacket for you?

Contrary to popular belief, every woman can wear a short down jacket.

For short, curvaceous women, choose a flowing, slightly loose-fitting short down jacket like our two-tone fur model. For tall, slim women, opt for a quilted short down jacket, a printed short down jacket or anything that will increase your volume. For women with a large waist and generous breasts, opt for the more airy sleeveless down jacket and wear it with a long, form-fitting crop top. For women with little or no waistline, and whose hips are in line with their shoulders, choose a short down jacket in velvet or fur, close-fitting but not tight-fitting.

What to wear with a short down jacket for women?

With a short down jacket, try to pick feminine and complementary pieces from your wardrobe, depending on the weather and the context. Avoid skinny jeans and slim jeans, preferring the more fashionable mom jeans and boyfriend jeans. Hats, caps and bonnets will add character to your look. Avoid clutch bags that are too extravagant, with bangs or velvet, preferring rectangular quilted bags.

Which accessories to wear with a women's short down jacket?

If you're wearing it for a winter vacation, sunglasses, a cap and sun cream are the only accessories you can slip into your pockets. With a more glamorous, feminine women's short down jacket, wear a small purse or basic black clutch.