Contemporaine
Reprocessed Nylon Cropped Jacket
This is a cropped puffer jacket made from 100% reprocessed nylon with a durable Teflon EcoElite water-repellent finish. It is insulated with a blend of feathers and responsible down (640 fill power) and features a built-in hood, elastic cuffs, and slant zip pockets. It is designed for cold-weather wear and is fully packable in its included carry pouch for travel.
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Size
Specifications
- Material
- Insulation: 90% down, 10% waterfowl feathers
- Gender
- female
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
Product Insights
The Reprocessed Nylon Cropped Jacket by Contemporaine is a sustainable, versatile puffer that blends urban style with practical winter performance: its 640-fill down and Teflon EcoElite DWR deliver efficient insulation for freezing temperatures while compensating for lower loft versus premium fills in wet conditions. The cropped cut (17–19 inches) aligns with high-rise bottoms to create a defined silhouette, and the jacket layers seamlessly over dresses or under roll necks for year-round versatility. Made from 100% reprocessed nylon that saves up to 75% energy, it features a bluesign-certified, plant-based DWR with 30-wash durability. The main tradeoff is reduced packability compared to higher-fill down, but the DWR preserves loft and warmth in damp conditions, making it a practical choice for wet-cold climates at an accessible price point, and it is a Simon's exclusive designed in Canada.
Verified claims
- Crop length
- Measures 17–19 inches, ending at the natural waist.
- High-rise pairing
- Hem aligns with high-rise bottoms to create a defined silhouette.
- Bottoms pairing
- Cropped cut aligns with high-waisted bottoms for an hourglass silhouette.
- Texture contrast
- Glossy black jacket pairs with matte olive cargos or textured monochrome for urban edge.
- Layering
- Layers over dresses or under roll necks for versatile winter styling.
- Athleisure style
- Pairs with leggings or joggers for a chic sporty look.
- Insulation
- 640 fill power down (90% down, 10% feathers) provides entry-level outdoor insulation, efficient for daily winter warmth.
- Warmth
- Rated for freezing temperatures; Teflon coating offsets lower loft versus 700+ fill in wet conditions.
- Packability
- Compresses into included carry pouch for travel, retaining warmth for brisk outings.
- Water repellency
- Teflon EcoElite™: 30-wash durability, 60% plant-based, PFC-free, and certified by bluesign and USDA.
- Down protection
- Prevents light precipitation from saturating the down, preserving loft and warmth when wet.
- Versatility
- Pairs with dresses, cargo pants, or leggings for travel versatility
- Tradeoff
- Less packable than higher-fill down, but DWR coating protects loft in damp conditions
- Recycled nylon
- 100% reprocessed nylon from waste; 75% less energy, same strength as virgin
- DWR
- 60% plant-based DWR with bluesign certification and 30-wash durability
- Sustainability
- 100% reprocessed nylon shell saves up to 75% energy and 80% emissions versus virgin nylon.
- Exclusivity
- Simons exclusive designed in Canada; in-person returns and size swaps.
- Winter performance
- Teflon EcoElite DWR and 640-fill down for wet-cold Canadian winters.
- Value
- At CAD 99.95, one of the most affordable packable down layers in Canada.
Product record
- Title
- Reprocessed Nylon Cropped Jacket
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 135 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Deep Research
Styling and layering with a cropped puffer
- The cropped length invites proportion play: wearing it with voluminous barrel-leg jeans creates a deliberate hourglass effect, as the full legs counterbalance the jacket's puffiness without the need for a waist-cinching belt — a styling formula endorsed by fashion editors to prevent the 'marshmallow' look that bulkier puffers can produce.
- The black cropped puffer pairs particularly well with matte olive cargo pants — a high-contrast urban pairing that style editors point to for amping up streetwear edge, thanks to the clash of glossy nylon against rugged cotton canvas, delivering a look that feels effortlessly curated.
- Styled with high-waisted leggings and a crop top or oversized hoodie, this cropped puffer reads as a sporty-luxe layer — the lightweight 640-fill down and packable design make it functional for pre- and post-workout transitions, a combination regularly championed in street-style roundups for its off-duty model-off-duty feel.
- The cropped cut naturally anchors at the natural waist, so pairing it with high-rise jeans, trousers, or skirts creates a defined hourglass silhouette that accentuates the waist — a styling move fashion editors use to balance the puffiness of the insulation and avoid a shapeless effect.
- In the black colorway, this jacket’s matte nylon and quilted stitching become the anchor of a monochrome outfit; styling it with glossy leather pants, a silk skirt, or ribbed knit separates introduces the texture contrast that prevents all-black from looking flat — a tip repeatedly surfaced by stylists to make a basic puffer read as a deliberate fashion choice while visually elongating the frame.
- Throwing this jacket over a fitted knit midi or fluid mini dress taps into the high-contrast styling editors favor: the sporty nylon shell and quilted texture play against soft, feminine fabrics to create a balanced outfit that feels intentional rather than merely thrown on — a favorite trick to winterize a dress without losing its elegance.
- Because the jacket ends at the natural waist, a longer fine-knit roll neck or fitted turtleneck layered underneath extends coverage through the hem, adding warmth and a polished element that lets you wear the cropped silhouette deeper into the cold without sacrificing its shape — a specific layering technique called out in multiple style guides.
640 fill power down warmth and performance
- A 640 fill power rating places the down insulation in the entry-level segment of the 600–900 fill power range used in outdoor apparel, meaning the jacket delivers dependable warmth for daily commutes and shoulder-season layering with less loft and compressibility than premium 800+ fills, but a noticeable step up from heavier 500-fill fashion puffers.
- The insulation blend is 90% down and 10% waterfowl feathers, a high down proportion that maximizes cluster loft and thermal efficiency per gram; compared to blends with more feather content, the jacket traps more body heat with less material weight and reduces the likelihood of feather quills poking through the lining.
- In a lightweight puffer, 640 fill power has been shown to provide sufficient loft for static comfort down to near-freezing, as Uniqlo's identically-rated Ultra Light Down jackets are promoted to keep wearers warm in freezing conditions — positioning this jacket for cool autumn days and brisk winter walks rather than deep cold.
- The Teflon EcoElite™ DWR treatment on the reprocessed nylon shell prevents light precipitation from saturating the fabric and reaching the down, which is critical because down loses its loft and insulating ability when wet — so the jacket maintains more of its warmth in damp or snowy conditions than an untreated puffer of equivalent fill power.
Packability and travel convenience
- 640 fill power down offers a sweet spot for travel: it compresses enough to stow the jacket in its carry pouch, yet provides reliable warmth for brisk airport runs or evening walks, avoiding the bulkiness that lower-fill insulation would bring.
- With 90% down and just 10% feathers, the fill compresses more effectively than budget-mixture insulation, so the jacket takes up minimal bag space and recovers its loft quickly after being unrolled.
Benefits of reprocessed nylon in a jacket
- Because nylon can be chemically recycled multiple times without polymer degradation, a 100% reprocessed nylon jacket is itself a candidate for future recycling — unlike blended fabrics that are difficult to separate, this shell can potentially re-enter the loop at end of life.
- The 100% reprocessed nylon shell is derived from discarded fishing nets, fabric scraps, and industrial nylon waste — materials that would otherwise enter landfills or oceans — giving the jacket a clear waste-diversion narrative that distinguishes it from petroleum-derived virgin nylon puffers.
- Producing recycled nylon consumes up to 75% less energy and generates up to 80% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than making virgin nylon from fossil fuels, which means this jacket’s environmental footprint is substantially lower before it even leaves the factory.
- Recycled nylon retains the same high strength, abrasion resistance, and moisture-wicking properties as virgin nylon because the polymer chains are chemically identical — so the jacket’s 100% reprocessed shell does not sacrifice durability or weather resistance for sustainability.
Teflon EcoElite water repellency explained
- Chemours rates the repellency to endure through 30 or more laundry cycles, so you can wash the jacket as needed without worrying about prematurely degrading the water-beading performance.
- The finish holds a bluesign® approval and the USDA Certified Biobased Product label, which means its sustainable production and renewable ingredient claims are independently verified by two recognized standards.
- The repellent is formulated with 60% renewably sourced plant-based carbon and contains no fluorocarbons, giving you water beading without the persistent perfluorinated compounds (PFCs) associated with traditional DWR finishes.
How it compares to similar packable down jackets
- Being a Simons exclusive conceived in Canada gives this jacket a distinct local origin story; it's one of the few packable down layers designed with Canadian climate sensibilities and sold through a longstanding domestic department store, which can simplify exchanges and size swaps compared to cross-border online-only purchases.
- The Contemporaine's 640 fill power feather-and-down (90/10 blend) trails the 700+ fill power goose down of the Quince cropped puffer, translating to moderately less loft per ounce; for urban use where wind and moisture often compromise insulation, the Teflon EcoElite coating helps compensate, but buyers seeking maximum warmth-to-weight should note that the Quince alternative packs more heat in a similarly lightweight design.
- The jacket's Teflon EcoElite™ finish — a renewably-sourced durable water repellent licensed from Chemours — sets it apart from the generic PFC-free DWR on most packable down jackets at this price; the result is a longer-lasting ability to bead water and resist saturation, a practical edge for Canadian winters where sleet and wet snow are common.
- At CAD 99.95 on sale, the Contemporaine reprocessed nylon cropped jacket costs roughly half as much as the Quince cropped puffer at US$140 (≈CAD 195), making it one of the most affordable packable down layers available in Canada.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a cropped black puffer jacket with horizontal baffles, an attached hood, and a centered front zipper. Matte nylon shell with light sheen and curved side seams near the waist.
- Overall silhouetteCropped puffer jacket with a boxy torso and slightly rounded hem; jacket ends above the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.62 (high) - Baffle constructionHorizontal quilted baffles running across the body and sleeves, evenly spaced from chest to hem.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.18 · w 0.70 · h 0.50 (high) - Front closureCenter front zipper with visible zipper tape and a small rectangular metal pull tab.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.16 · w 0.22 · h 0.56 (high) - Attached hoodThree-dimensional attached hood with quilting that matches the jacket baffles and a slightly raised collar where it meets the hood.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high) - Shell finishSmooth nylon shell with a low to medium sheen reflecting studio light, appearing slightly glossy on curved baffle seams.
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.15 · w 0.70 · h 0.60 (high) - Side seam detailVertical side seam lines at the waist creating a slightly tapered appearance; hand placement behind the back causes slight pull at side seams.
2 regions
x 0.62 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.40 (medium); x 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.18 · h 0.40 (medium) - Sleeve shapeFilled, rounded sleeves with the same horizontal quilting, tapering slightly toward the cuffs.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.22 · w 0.22 · h 0.40 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.22 · w 0.22 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the jacket against a plain light gray background with soft even lighting; model cropped mid-thigh.
- Model and poseModel stands three quarters front with hands positioned behind the back and head turned slightly to the left.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.00 · w 0.84 · h 1.00 (high) - Background and lightingNeutral light gray seamless background with diffuse studio lighting that produces soft shadows under the jacket hem and minimal specular highlights on the shell.
- Supporting garmentWide leg gray jeans visible from the waist down; not part of the product packaging.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.68 · w 0.68 · h 0.30 (high) - Image framingVertical crop showing the jacket and model from head to mid-thigh with a small margin of background on all sides.
Colors
black· jacket shell#0E0D14metallic silver· zipper pull and teeth- Overall silhouetteCropped puffer jacket with a boxy torso and slightly rounded hem; jacket ends above the model's hips.
- 02
Product
Cropped black puffer jacket with horizontal quilted baffles, attached hood, exposed front zipper, and elasticized cuffs; shiny nylon shell visible on the front and hood.
- Silhouette and lengthCropped puffer jacket ending near the natural waist, sitting above the hips of the model.
1 region
x 0.26 · y 0.12 · w 0.48 · h 0.33 (high) - QuiltingHorizontal quilted baffles run across the body and sleeves, forming evenly spaced puffed channels.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.12 · w 0.48 · h 0.30 (high) - HoodAttached hood with the same quilted construction and shiny shell, worn up over the model's head.
1 region
x 0.39 · y 0.02 · w 0.22 · h 0.16 (high) - Front closureExposed front zipper visible in the center with a visible metal zipper pull near the lower front; zipper is partially open at the top.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.26 · w 0.14 · h 0.20 (high) - CuffsSleeve ends appear to have elasticized or gathered cuffs creating a snug fit at the wrists.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.25 · w 0.14 · h 0.10 (medium); x 0.52 · y 0.26 · w 0.12 · h 0.10 (medium) - Shell finishSmooth, slightly shiny nylon shell with subtle highlights on curved surfaces of the baffles.
1 region
x 0.25 · y 0.12 · w 0.48 · h 0.30 (high)
Other
Studio lifestyle shot showing a model wearing the jacket against a plain light gray background; full-body framing with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Shot compositionFull-body studio shot of a standing model, centered vertically with space above the head and below the feet; product is shown in a natural pose with crossed arms.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - BackgroundUniform light gray seamless background without visible props or textures.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft, even studio lighting with gentle highlights on the jacket's baffles and minimal hard shadows on the floor.
- Other visible garmentsModel is wearing wide-leg faded gray jeans and black flats beneath the jacket; a white crew neck top is visible at the jacket opening.
1 region
x 0.28 · y 0.43 · w 0.44 · h 0.52 (high)
Colors
charcoal black· shell#211E25- Silhouette and lengthCropped puffer jacket ending near the natural waist, sitting above the hips of the model.
- 03
Product
Rear three-quarter view of a short quilted puffer jacket with an attached hood, shown on a model. Horizontal baffle quilting and a slightly shiny nylon finish are visible across the back, sleeves, and hood.
- View and silhouetteRear three-quarter view of a cropped, hip-length puffer jacket with a slightly boxy silhouette and a straight hem that sits just above the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.10 · w 0.84 · h 0.78 (high) - Quilted constructionHorizontal baffle quilting runs across the back, hood, and sleeves in evenly spaced channels, producing a padded, segmented appearance.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.64 (high) - Hood designAttached three-panel hood with the same horizontal baffle quilting; hood sits raised around the neck and covers the upper back.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.20 (high) - Fabric finishSmooth, slightly glossy nylon fabric with light reflections along the quilt channels indicating a synthetic, water-shedding surface.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.14 · w 0.76 · h 0.64 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with continuous horizontal quilting; sleeves extend to the wrist and appear slightly tapered at the cuff.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.56 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.18 · w 0.28 · h 0.56 (high) - Seam detail at sideVertical side seam visible near each side of the jacket where the quilting pattern meets the side panels, visible as a narrow stitched line.
2 regions
x 0.68 · y 0.28 · w 0.10 · h 0.48 (medium); x 0.22 · y 0.30 · w 0.08 · h 0.44 (medium) - Hem and fit at backStraight hem with a lightly gathered lower baffle; the back hemline sits slightly higher at the sides, creating a subtle curved fit at the waist.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.64 · w 0.68 · h 0.24 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing the garment on a model against a plain light background with soft, even lighting and minimal shadows.
- Model presenceModel shown from the rear three-quarter angle with head turned slightly to the left; hands and grey denim pants visible below the jacket.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 0.98 · h 0.98 (high) - Background and lightingUniform off-white to very light gray background with diffuse studio lighting that produces soft shadows and subtle highlights on the jacket surface.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution photograph with clear focus on the jacket; no visible motion blur or compression artifacts.
- Crop and framingFramed to show the jacket from upper back to just below the hips; slight headspace at top and hands partially visible at bottom edges.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high)
Colors
deep charcoal black· body panels#121116deep charcoal black· hood#140D12deep charcoal black· sleeves#121117- View and silhouetteRear three-quarter view of a cropped, hip-length puffer jacket with a slightly boxy silhouette and a straight hem that sits just above the model's hips.
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Customer Reviews
25 total25 reviews · out of 5
Très beau, j’adore la couleur mais trop grand pour un small
Très beau manteau, déçu car il faisait très grand dans le haut pour un small, j’ai ensuite essayé le xsmall et celui etait parfait en haut mais trop serre aux hanches
Très confortable
Manteau chaud et confortable. Excellente qualité
Joli
Belle couleur chaude. Le manteau est un peu long à mon goût.
Reprocessed nylon cropped jacket
nice jacket. color, comfy fit and very light
Good basic jacket
Nice lightweight packable jacket, fits a little bit small so you might need to size up especially if you’re going to wear it over a sweater
Manteau léger en duvet
Belle coupe et couleur originale, parfait pour l'entre-saison.
Manteau court nylon retransformé
Bien déçu car le nylon s'effiloche autour des poches et je ne l'ai porte que 4 ou 5 fois et je pensais que c'était un manteau d'hiver chaud à ma grande surprise c'est un manteau demi saison
Plus chaud qu’anticipé, belle surprise.
Plus chaud qu’anticipé, belle surprise. Par contre le zipper se coince. Il semble trop mince, trop fragile pour un manteau d’hiver.
Parfait!
Plus chaud que je le pensais! Parfait pour moi pour aller marcher.
Great jacket
Great jacket
Manteau court
Taille très juste
Je l’aime beaucoup
C’est la deuxième fois que j’achète ce manteau. Il est vraiment pratique, il est léger, chaud et se comprime dans un tout petit sac pour se transporter facilement. J’étais très déçue puisque j’avais perdu le même modèle de manteau en voyage et j’avais peur de ne pas être en mesure de pouvoir me le procurer à nouveau. Mon ancien manteau a voyagė ā tellement d’endroits, c’est un achat (rapport qualité-prix) excellent.
down feather jacket
Confortable. Moderate warmth by itself. Very warm under a windproof waterproof shell. Comfortable warmth not too jot or cold for a mid layer.
Très élégant!
C'est une veste très pratique, très légère et chaude, avec une grande capuche. J'en suis très contentе.
Super!
Légère, confortable!
Manteau court nylon.
Correspond à mes attentes.
great product
the product is very easy to wear, warm and helps in case of rain
light and cozy comfort
I love this jacket. It's so light and rolls up into nothing. . . perfect for so many types of weather and travel.
Très beau
Très beau
Un peu plus long en
Un peu plus long en avant par rapport au dos
J'adore
Très chaud et léger.
Manteau court
Très pratique! Bien fait!
Fait trop Grand
Belle veste mais conçue trop grande , j'habille x Small ou Small habituellement mais là même le xsmall est trop grand!
Puffer jacket
Love it! Nice and light but still warm. Perfect for wearing to the mall.
Manteau automne-printemps
La photo me donnait l’impression d’un manteau d’hiver ce n’est pas le cas. Très léger. Look bas de gamme.
Q&A
1 answered- How does the cropped length of this jacket compare to a typical waist-length jacket—does it fall at the waist or above?
- This jacket has a cropped cut that typically ends at the natural waist or just above it. Cropped jackets generally have a body length of 17 to 19 inches, compared to a standard waist-length jacket which ends at the high hip (23 to 25 inches) [1]. So it hits higher than a classic hip-length style, meant to align with the waistband of high-rise bottoms.