The North Face
Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket
The North Face Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket is a short, boxy, hip-length insulated jacket made from ripstop 100% nylon with a DWR durable water repellent finish, filled with 700-fill-power RDS-certified goose down. It has a full-length front zipper, high stand collar, zippered hand pockets, elasticized cuffs, and an adjustable hem with inner toggles, and it is lightweight and highly packable for cold-weather insulation and layering. It is rated 4.7 out of 5 based on 10 reviews.
- Material
- Ripstop tear-proof 100% nylon fabric; 700 goose down insulation
- Style
- technical, insulated, lightweight, classic
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Color
Specifications
Down puffer jacket with a ripstop nylon shell, 700-fill goose down insulation, and an adjustable toggle hem.
Ripstop nylon shell, DWR water repellent finish, 700-fill RDS-certified goose down insulation, zipped pockets, adjustable inner-toggle hem, packable design.
- Material
- Ripstop tear-proof 100% nylon fabric; 700 goose down insulation
- Secondary
- down
- Style
- technical, insulated, lightweight, classic
- Occasion
- everyday, casual, travel
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- ripstop nylon shell resists tearing
- 100% nylon fabric
- DWR durable water repellent treatment
- 700 fill-power goose down insulation
- RDS (Responsible Down Standard) certified down
- highly packable lightweight construction
- zipped pockets
- adjustable hem with inner toggles
- The North Face at Twik collaboration
Product Insights
Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket Boxy, cropped, relaxed cut with room to layer without sizing up Reviewers call it very warm and a winter essential DWR sheds light rain and snow but is not a waterproof shell Warm and durable but not the lightest technical puffy
Verified claims
- fit
- Boxy, cropped, relaxed cut with room to layer without sizing up
- fit_sleeves
- Sleeves run short by design; sizing up adds torso room but not sleeve length
- sizing_stock
- XS–L all in stock at one price in Black
- comfort
- Reported soft and light enough for all-day wear
- warmth
- Reviewers call it very warm and a winter essential
- shell_material
- Ripstop nylon shell resists tear spread
- weather_protection
- DWR sheds light rain and snow but is not a waterproof shell
- insulation
- 700-fill goose down, RDS certified
- weight_fill
- Fill weight not published; total garment weight is 685 g for the women's cut
- packability
- Compresses well, but stuffing into its own pocket is difficult
- care
- Home washable with down-specific care to prevent clumping
- durability
- Down insulation can outlast synthetics when cared for
- construction_baffles
- Horizontal baffles keep down distributed
- hood
- Attached stowable hood packs into collar; uninsulated
- pockets
- Zippered hand pockets plus internal stash pocket
- hem_adjustment
- Adjustable hem cinch seals out cold air
- styling
- Iconic boxy cropped style that reviewers find flattering
- use_cases
- Daily winter wear; layers over a hoodie if you size up
- tradeoff_bulk
- Warm and durable but not the lightest technical puffy
- value
- Priced for brand, durable fabric and design
- fit_comparison
- This listing is the women's cut; the men's version is longer and heavier
Product record
- Title
- Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket
- Brand
- The North Face
- Price
- 460 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.7 stars, 10 reviews
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 19 sourcesUses
Everyday winter warmth in cold climates
Use this puffer as your everyday winter jacket for daily wear when temperatures drop. Reviewers describe it as very warm and call it a winter essential, and the jacket holds up to cold without feeling bulky. Keep in mind these are customer impressions reported in a review analysis, not verified measurements.[3]
Comfortable Layering
The Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket supports layering different types of garments underneath. The relaxed fit allows for plenty of room when wearing jumpers without the need to size up. If layering over a hoodie, the jacket works well when sized up, though it may be snug if not.[1,3]
Pack it into its own pocket for on-the-go warmth
When you're heading out and the temperature might drop, this Nuptse puffer can be packed down into its own pocket and slipped into a backpack for easy carrying. Despite its puffed-out look, one reviewer reported being impressed by how packable it is thanks to its lightweight 700 goose down insulation.[1,2,3]
Staying dry in light snow
With a DWR durable water repellent treatment on the outer fabric, this puffer is aimed at keeping you dry when light snow falls. An Outside reviewer found the DWR-finished outer does a good job in light snow, and liked the hood that packs into the collar.[3,4]
All-day comfort in a soft, lightweight puffer
Reviewers describe the Nuptse 1996 as soft, light, and cozy ('souple', 'léger', 'douillet'), making it easy to wear for long periods, and the analysis suggests it's comfortable for all-day wear. A reviewer notes the shorter design won't swamp your figure, which suits people who find some puffers too oversized. Keep in mind some body types may find the sleeves short, and sizing up to address this can change the fit.[1,3]
Gifting the Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket
This puffer is a pick for gift-giving to daughters or granddaughters. In reviewer accounts summarized by a reviews analysis, recipients who received the jacket as a gift were happy with it, suggesting it works well for this purpose.[3]
A streetwear staple among young fans
A Outside reviewer notes that while The North Face makes more technical puffies, the Nuptse continues to woo teenagers and streetwear aficionados.[4]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket: Choose this if you want a warm, retro-style down jacket for cold-weather daily wear: reviewers call it very warm for winter, and it uses 700-fill RDS-certified goose down (80% recycled down) in baffles that keep the fill in place. Choose this for a boxy, cropped '90s silhouette that packs down into its own pocket, with a DWR finish that one reviewer found kept them dry in light snow, zippered hand pockets, and an adjustable hem. Note that one reviewer found the sleeves short for her body type, and another felt the boxy cut was more a style pick than a technical one, saying The North Face makes better technical puffies.[1,3,4,5] | Junction Polar-Fleece-Collar Quilted Jacket: Choose this for a waist-length, fully polyester quilted jacket with a high stand collar lined in plush polar fleece that rises to chin level when zipped. It suits shoppers who want a black style with square quilted stitching across the body and long set-in sleeves, two vertical zippered hand pockets at hip level, a slightly curved hem with narrow binding, and subtle waist shaping. It is offered in X-Small through X-Large in Black.[6,7,8,9,10] | Thermoball Quilted Jacket: Choose this if you want a featherlight, packable insulated jacket for travel and carry-on packing — at 13.5 oz (384 g), it compresses into its own right-hand pocket and layers easily over other clothing. Its ThermoBall insulation (small synthetic clusters held in individual baffles) stays evenly distributed even when compressed or wet, and the recycled-polyester WINDWALL fabric is breathable and highly wind-resistant with a PFC-free water-repellent finish. Note that reviewers describe it as a layering piece rather than a heavy winter coat, some find it not super warm for Northern winters, and sizing can run large — one reviewer found it way too big and others note the torso fit is not athletic — so check the size chart and the return policy (which may be as short as 10 days) before ordering.[11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a black quilted puffer jacket with wide horizontal baffles, center front zipper, high stand collar, visible left-chest white logo, and elasticized cuff detail.
- Overall silhouetteBoxy short-length puffer jacket with wide horizontal quilted baffles running across the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.15 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Front closureFull-length central zipper with visible zipper teeth and a fabric zipper placket; zipper runs from hem to high stand collar.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.18 · w 0.07 · h 0.58 (high) - CollarHigh stand collar that extends up the neck and is filled to match the jacket's baffle thickness.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.04 · w 0.32 · h 0.18 (high) - Left-chest logo“White stacked 'THE NORTH FACE' wordmark with the brand's half-dome arc graphic to the right, printed on the chest.”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - Side pocket seamVertical pocket opening seam visible on both sides of the front panel aligned with lower baffle seams.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.44 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.44 · w 0.16 · h 0.20 (medium) - Sleeve cuff detailElasticized cuff with a short strap or hem; small white numeric marking near the right cuff.
1 region
x 0.73 · y 0.62 · w 0.17 · h 0.15 (high) - Numeric sleeve marking“700”
1 region
x 0.86 · y 0.70 · w 0.04 · h 0.04 (medium)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the jacket against a neutral light grey background; model wears a striped beanie and light-wash jeans. Soft frontal lighting with minimal shadowing.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter frontal crop showing torso and upper legs; jacket centered in frame with model's head near the top edge.
- BackgroundEven light grey solid background with no visible props.
- Model styling - beanieKnit beanie with horizontal stripes in purple and red tones visible at top of frame.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.10 (high) - Model styling - jeansLight-wash blue denim jeans visible from the waist downward under the jacket hem.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.68 · w 0.56 · h 0.30 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, diffuse frontal lighting producing subtle highlights on the jacket's fabric and soft shadows under baffles.
Colors
black· shellwhite· logo printsilver· center zipper teeth- Overall silhouetteBoxy short-length puffer jacket with wide horizontal quilted baffles running across the body and sleeves.
- 02
Product
Front view of a short black puffer jacket with horizontal quilted baffles, a full-length central zipper, a stand collar, zippered hand pockets, and a white chest logo on the left side.
- Quilted baffle constructionJacket body shows wide horizontal baffles (puffed sections) across the chest and torso.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.12 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - Central zipperFull-length central front zipper with visible zipper tape running from the hem to the collar.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.12 · w 0.06 · h 0.38 (high) - Stand collarShort stand-up collar that closes to the top of the zipper, forming a slightly padded neck ring.
1 region
x 0.38 · y 0.06 · w 0.32 · h 0.10 (high) - Zippered hand pocketsSide hand pockets set into the lower baffle with visible pocket openings; right pocket is used by model's hand.
2 regions
x 0.60 · y 0.32 · w 0.18 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.34 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high) - Left-chest logo text“THE NORTH FACE”
1 region
x 0.62 · y 0.16 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high) - Sleeve cuff markingSmall light-colored marking near the left sleeve cuff, possibly a printed label or logo.Partial
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.38 · w 0.07 · h 0.06 (medium) - Outer shell finishShell fabric has a slightly matte to low-sheen synthetic finish consistent across the jacket surface.
- Hem length and fitJacket hem falls at the upper hip and has a slightly boxy cropped silhouette relative to the body.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.40 · w 0.60 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio front-on full-body shot with a neutral light gray background; model wears a striped beanie, wide-leg denim jeans, and brown slip-on shoes; even soft lighting with minimal shadowing.
- Shot compositionFull-body frontal studio shot showing model from head to toe centered in frame against a plain background.
- BackgroundUniform light gray background with subtle floor seam visible near the lower image edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.70 · w 1.00 · h 0.30 (high) - Model styling propsModel is wearing a multicolored striped knit beanie, light blue wide-leg jeans, and brown suede-like slip-on shoes which are unrelated to the jacket product itself.
3 regions
x 0.34 · y 0.00 · w 0.32 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.48 · w 0.56 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.38 · y 0.88 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven, diffused studio lighting with soft, low-contrast shadows under the shoes and slight model-cast shadow on the floor.
Colors
black· jacket shellwhite· chest logo- Quilted baffle constructionJacket body shows wide horizontal baffles (puffed sections) across the chest and torso.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a short black puffer jacket with horizontal baffles, a high stand collar, elasticated cuffs, and a white logo printed on the upper back right.
- Overall silhouetteShort, waist-length puffer jacket viewed from the back with a slightly boxy shape and horizontal quilted baffles.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.66 · h 0.66 (high) - Shell material and finishSmooth, slightly shiny nylon or similar synthetic shell with subtle highlights on curved surfaces of the baffles.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.62 · h 0.50 (high) - Quilting / bafflesWide horizontal quilted baffles running across the back and sleeves; stitch lines visible where panels join.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.44 (high) - CollarHigh stand collar consistent with a short puffer style, rising around the neck and visible from the rear.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.08 · w 0.28 · h 0.16 (high) - Sleeve cuffsElasticated cuffs at sleeve ends; right sleeve cuff shows a small snap or tab detail partially visible.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.74 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (medium); x 0.74 · y 0.76 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (medium) - HemStraight hem that sits at or just above the model's top of jeans with a slightly rounded back center seam.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.66 · w 0.56 · h 0.12 (high) - Back logo text“THE NORTH FACE”
1 region
x 0.68 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model from the rear-quarter; neutral light gray seamless background, even soft lighting, and minimal shadows. Model wears light blue jeans and a red-and-lavender striped knit beanie which are visible but not part of the product description.
- Model and poseFemale model shown from a rear three-quarter angle, head turned to the left, hands relaxed at sides.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.06 · w 0.80 · h 0.88 (high) - Visible apparel not part of productLight blue denim jeans with visible back pockets and a small red tab, and a ribbed knit beanie with red and lavender horizontal stripes.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.78 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.00 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (high) - Background and lightingSmooth, neutral light gray seamless background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal shadowing under the model.
Colors
black· shellwhite· back logo- Overall silhouetteShort, waist-length puffer jacket viewed from the back with a slightly boxy shape and horizontal quilted baffles.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- The North Face
Men’s 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3816786 | Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket - Black - X-Small | CA$460.00 | Yes |
| 3816787 | Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket - Black - Small | CA$460.00 | Yes |
| 3816788 | Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket - Black - Medium | CA$460.00 | Yes |
| 3816789 | Nuptse 1996 Puffer Jacket - Black - Large | CA$460.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
10 total10 reviews · out of 5
Parfait et très chaud je
Parfait et très chaud je l’adore!!
Like a lot
Like a lot
Manteau d’hiver
Oui je le recommande, il est très chaud.
Short sleeves
Very cute coat but the sleeves are not long enough
Veste north face
Elle est parfaite! J'adore mon achat ,souple,légère,, couleur magnifique.
Loved
Loved
C'est un cadeau de Noël
C'est un cadeau de Noël pour mes petites filles.....elles vont êtres très heureuses
Manteau neptuse
Ma fille était très contente de le recevoir aussi rapidement
Splendide
Superbe coupe, douillet et léger.
Le confort!
Confortable et chaud, mon Nuptse est un incontournable pour cet hiver. J ai pris une grandeur de plus afin de porter un chandail à capuchon en dessous.