Contemporaine
Reprocessed Nylon Half-Length Coat
This half-length puffer coat is a women's jacket made from 100% reprocessed nylon with a non-fluorinated Teflon EcoElite™ water-repellent finish and insulated with 640-fill-power responsible down (90% down, 10% feathers). Designed for cold-weather wear and travel, it features a regular fit, knee-length silhouette, built-in hood, elastic cuffs, slant zip pockets, two-way zipper, and packs into an included carry pouch. Customer reviews highlight its lightweight, packable design and generally true-to-size fit, though some note potential durability concerns with the zipper.
- Material
- 100% reprocessed nylon shell with feather and responsible down insulation
- Gender
- unisex
- Style
- casual, lightweight, technical
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Color
Size
Specifications
Lightweight knee-length puffer coat made of reprocessed nylon with water-repellent treatment and responsible down insulation.
Teflon EcoElite water-repellent treatment, 640 fill down insulation, two-way zip, packable.
- Material
- 100% reprocessed nylon shell with feather and responsible down insulation
- Secondary
- down, feathers
- Style
- casual, lightweight, technical
- Occasion
- everyday, travel, weekend
- Gender
- unisex
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- Simons exclusive designed in Canada
- 100% reprocessed nylon shell
- Teflon EcoElite water-repellent treatment from renewably-sourced materials
- Feather and responsible down insulation (640 fill power)
- Regular fit
- Knee length
- Built-in hood
- Elastic cuffs
- Slant zip pockets
- Two-way zip closure
- Fully packable in included carry pouch
- Lightweight puffer jacket
Product Insights
The Reprocessed Nylon Half-Length Coat by Contemporaine delivers sustainable warmth with a 100% reprocessed nylon shell and 640-fill down, treated with plant-based, PFC-free Teflon EcoElite DWR that is three times more durable than standard non-fluorinated repellents and retains fabric breathability. Priced at 129.95 CAD, it offers comparable warmth to higher-fill jackets for about 60% less than premium alternatives like the Patagonia Down Sweater, though its 640-fill power balances packability and loft. The coat packs into a pouch, features zippered pockets, and fits true to size with generous hip room, but buyers report common zipper failures—quickly resolved by customer service—and color inaccuracy with darker, less saturated shades. The non-adjustable hood lets wind and rain in during extended exposure, and the reprocessed nylon shell may discolor easily. Best suited for mild weather between 5 and 15°C with a sweater, it is insufficient below freezing.
Verified claims
- Reprocessed nylon
- 100% reprocessed nylon shell preserves durability and feel of virgin nylon.
- Teflon EcoElite
- Plant-based, PFC-free water repellent, certified bluesign and USDA.
- Down certification
- Responsible down label lacks explicit RDS third-party certification.
- Value
- At $129.95, offers down, recycled shell, and PFC-free DWR for ~60% less than Patagonia Down Sweater.
- Water repellency
- Teflon EcoElite: plant-based, 3x more durable than standard non-fluorinated DWR.
- Material quality
- 640-fill down and reprocessed nylon shell provide quality at lower environmental cost.
- Design features
- Packs into carry pouch, hood stays in place, zippered pockets.
- Drawbacks
- Buyers report zipper failure and color inaccuracy; best for mild weather.
- Eco materials
- PFC-free, 60% renewable content, bluesign and USDA Biobased certified.
- Durability
- Up to three times more durable than standard non-fluorinated repellents; lasts around 20 washes.
- Fabric feel
- Does not alter the nylon shell's hand feel, drape, or breathability.
- Warmth
- Within ~3°F of 800-fp; buyers report it works for 5–15°C.
- Packability
- 640-fp compresses into pouch without permanent loft loss unlike 800+ fp.
- Care
- Dry before packing; compress only short-term; shake to restore loft.
- Fill power
- 640 fill power balances warmth and packability.
- Zipper support
- Buyers report Simons' customer service resolves zipper failures quickly
- Color accuracy
- Black and Off White appear less saturated and darker than product photos.
- Discoloration
- Buyers report the reprocessed nylon shell discolors easily.
- Sizing
- Buyers report the coat fits true to size, though some units arrived with incorrect size tags.
- Fit
- Buyers report generous hip room and praised mid-thigh length, but petite frames may need tailoring.
- Temperature range
- Ideal for 5–15°C with a sweater; insufficient below freezing.
- Hood
- Non-adjustable hood lets wind and rain in during extended exposure.
- Water repellent
- Teflon EcoElite DWR lasts ~20 washes and retains fabric breathability.
- Shell material
- Reprocessed nylon shell feels and performs like virgin nylon.
- Featherlight feel
- Featherlight coat: soft, breathable shell, packs into its pouch.
- Layering versatility
- Layers over sweaters; down warmth comparable to higher-fill jackets for daily use.
- Loft maintenance
- Store uncompressed and pack only when dry to maintain loft.
- Water resistance
- Sheds light rain and repels drizzle; DWR lasts about 20 washes.
- Design limitations
- Fixed hood lets in wind/rain; zipper commonly fails early.
- Zippered pockets
- Buyers report zippered pockets keep phone, wallet, and keys secure.
Product record
- Title
- Reprocessed Nylon Half-Length Coat
- Brand
- Contemporaine
- Price
- 165 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 4.4 stars, 51 reviews, scale 5
Deep Research
Packable design and how it affects the down
- Unpacking and shaking the coat vigorously restores the down clusters' natural loft within hours—a simple routine that revives the 640-fill warmth after every trip without special equipment.
- The 640 fill power down equips this knee-length coat to compress into its carry pouch without sacrificing the coverage warmth expected from a full-length puffer—a fill grade that favors urban travel versatility over ultralight alpine specs.
- Packing the coat damp into its carry pouch traps moisture against the down, causing clumping and mildew that permanently degrade loft; ensuring the reprocessed nylon shell and feather fill are fully dry before stowing preserves both the 640-fill insulation and the Teflon EcoElite water repellency for the next wear.
- Leaving the coat stuffed in its included carry pouch for weeks or months can permanently reduce the 640-fill down's loft by up to 20%, significantly diminishing its knee-length insulating power—short-term packability is the design intent, not off-season storage.
How Teflon EcoElite water repellency works
- Unlike conventional DWRs that rely on long-chain fluorinated polymers associated with persistent environmental pollutants PFOA and PFOS, this treatment is completely free of fluorocarbons, eliminating those long-term ecosystem risks and aligning with the product’s Non-Fluorinated Water-Repellent Finish designation.
- The finish’s chemistry derives 60% from plant-based renewable raw material (non-food-source), so the water-repellent layer is partially bio-based — together with the recycled nylon shell this gives the coat a multi-pronged eco-profile under Simons’ Vision program.
- The finish holds bluesign® certification for sustainable chemical management and a USDA Certified Biobased Product label that verifies its renewably sourced content, giving buyers independent confirmation that the eco-claims are legitimate rather than unverified marketing.
- Application of the treatment does not change the nylon shell’s hand, drape, or breathability, so the coat remains soft, pliable, and packable — important for a knee-length puffer that layers over sweaters and needs to move with the body.
- Because the finish’s durability reduces laundering frequency, Chemours estimates a 20–25% cut in water and energy use over the garment’s life, extending the environmental benefit beyond material choice to the use phase.
- Chemours rates this finish as three times more durable than other non-fluorinated DWRs, so the jacket retains its water-shedding performance through significantly more wear cycles, postponing re-treatment and reducing lifetime environmental impact.
How this coat compares to similar puffers
- The jacket packs fully into its included carry pouch, mirroring the travel-friendly design of the Patagonia Nano Puff and Down Sweater (which both stuff into an internal pocket) — a feature that adds practical value for everyday commuting and travel without inflating the price tag.
- Priced at $165 CAD (often $129.95 on sale), this knee-length puffer costs roughly 60% less than the $279 USD Patagonia Down Sweater while offering a similar package of genuine down insulation, a recycled-material shell, and a DWR finish — making it a significantly more accessible option for buyers who don't need the extreme warmth of 800-fill down.
- Where budget-oriented puffers like the Mountain Warehouse EMS Featherpack Extreme ($131.99 CAD) rely on a basic DWR treatment, this coat employs Teflon EcoElite, a plant-based, non-fluorinated water repellent made from renewable sources — a more environmentally friendly chemistry typically found on jackets priced $250 and above.
- With 640 fill power, this jacket delivers the warmth-to-weight and compressibility benefits of natural down at a sale price ($129.95 CAD) that undercuts even leading synthetic-insulated jackets like the Patagonia Nano Puff ($239 USD), putting a genuine down coat within reach of shoppers who might otherwise consider a polyester-filled puffer.
- The coat’s 100% reprocessed nylon shell and responsible down fill echo the sustainable material commitments of Patagonia's $279 USD Down Sweater — which uses NetPlus recycled nylon and RDS-certified down — at a cost that makes eco-conscious outerwear accessible without the premium brand markup.
Warmth and performance of 640 fill power down
- A controlled industry study using identical 22-oz down bags found that insulation increases by only 0.1 clo (~1°F lower-limit rating) per 50-fp increment — meaning the step from 640 to 700 fill power adds roughly 1°F of warmth for the same down weight, so the practical insulation difference between 640-fp and top-tier fills is minimal in everyday wear.
- Since fill power measures cubic inches of loft per ounce of down, 640-fp down yields 80% of the loft volume of 800-fp down — so this coat would require about 25% more down by weight to match the loft of an 800-fp equivalent, an efficient trade-off given the substantial cost difference between mid-fill and premium-fill jackets.
What reprocessed nylon means for this coat
- This coat is cut from 100% reprocessed nylon — a material made by recovering and reusing existing nylon fibers without fully breaking them down into raw monomers, a process that preserves the original fiber integrity and reduces energy use compared to both virgin production and full chemical recycling.
- Because the nylon is reprocessed through minimal modification rather than chemically depolymerized and repolymerized, the coat’s shell fabric carries a lower manufacturing energy burden than garments made with chemically recycled nylon, a process known to be more energy-intensive than mechanical recycling.
- Because reprocessed nylon avoids the near-total molecular deconstruction of chemical recycling, the shell fabric retains a hand feel and durability closer to virgin nylon — a meaningful upgrade over standard mechanically recycled nylons that can feel slightly coarser or weaker.
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Front view of a mid-thigh length black quilted puffer coat with a high collar hood and a full-length center front zipper. Horizontal baffle quilting and long sleeves are visible; coat surface is slightly shiny nylon.
- Silhouette and lengthCoat shown front-on with a straight mid-thigh length silhouette covering the torso and upper legs of the model.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.08 · w 0.76 · h 0.85 (high) - Quilted constructionHorizontal baffle quilting across the entire visible body and sleeves forming evenly spaced narrow horizontal channels.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.16 · w 0.72 · h 0.66 (high) - Material appearanceOuter fabric appears smooth nylon with a subtle sheen reflecting light along curved surfaces of the baffles.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.52 (high) - Center front zipperVisible full-length center front zipper with narrow tape; zipper pull located near the top in closed position and a second visible pull at the hem.
2 regions
x 0.44 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.76 (high); x 0.44 · y 0.82 · w 0.12 · h 0.09 (medium) - Hood and high collarAttached hood with a high padded collar that stands up around the neck and frames the lower face.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.02 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (high) - Sleeve shapeLong set-in sleeves with horizontal quilting continuing across them; cuffs finish straight with no visible elastic or ribbing.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.28 · w 0.22 · h 0.46 (high) - Visible seams and panelingStitch lines at shoulders and vertical seaming near side panels are visible, matching the quilted baffle pattern.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.12 · w 0.68 · h 0.18 (high) - Model hands and partial occlusionModel's hands are visible at lower sides, partially overlapping the coat hem and slightly occluding the lower front corners.
2 regions
x 0.07 · y 0.75 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.73 · y 0.74 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model against a plain light background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows; image cropped slightly above the knees.
- Background and stagingUniform light neutral background with no visible props or packaging.
- Model and poseFrontal three-quarter pose with model facing forward; head and upper torso fully visible and centered in frame.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 0.34 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with mild shadows under the arms and slight highlights on the coat baffles.
- Image cropImage is cropped near mid-thigh; lower legs not visible and hem of coat is near bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.76 · w 0.76 · h 0.22 (high)
Colors
black· outer shell#110E11black (zipper)· zipper tape and hardware#0E0D0E- Silhouette and lengthCoat shown front-on with a straight mid-thigh length silhouette covering the torso and upper legs of the model.
- 02
Product
Upper front portion of a hooded puffer jacket shown on a model: high padded collar leading into an attached hood, horizontal quilted baffles, central front zipper with visible metal pull, and smooth slightly shiny nylon shell.
- Hood and collarAttached hood continuing from a high padded collar; hood has horizontal quilting lines matching the body and a slightly gathered seam at the rear of the hood near the model's ear.
2 regions
x 0.54 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.32 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.18 (medium) - Horizontal bafflesVisible horizontal quilted baffle lines across the chest and shoulder forming wide padded channels.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.40 · w 0.90 · h 0.42 (high) - Shell material and finishSmooth nylon shell with a subtle sheen indicating a slightly reflective, lightweight synthetic finish.
1 region
x 0.05 · y 0.28 · w 0.90 · h 0.62 (high) - Front zipper and pullCentral front zipper with a visible metal rectangular pull tab set into a narrow stitched zipper channel.
1 region
x 0.34 · y 0.22 · w 0.12 · h 0.46 (high) - Stitching detailTopstitch seams delineate the baffles and attach the hood; seams are visible as narrow stitched lines following the baffle edges.
1 region
x 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.88 · h 0.48 (high)
Other
Studio portrait crop showing model from left profile; plain light background, soft directional lighting producing gentle highlights on skin and jacket, and a visible silver hoop earring used as a prop.
- Shot compositionTight three-quarter left profile crop showing model head and upper torso with jacket; product occupies the right and lower portions of the frame.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Model and propModel's head and ear visible with a shiny silver hoop earring on the ear closest to the camera.
1 region
x 0.14 · y 0.02 · w 0.42 · h 0.36 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsSoft, diffused studio lighting producing mild specular highlights on the nylon shell and on the model's cheek and earring; minimal shadows.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.04 · w 0.56 · h 0.40 (medium)
Colors
dark charcoal black· shell fabric#211E23polished silver· zipper pull and hardware- Hood and collarAttached hood continuing from a high padded collar; hood has horizontal quilting lines matching the body and a slightly gathered seam at the rear of the hood near the model's ear.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a mid-thigh length quilted puffer coat with horizontal baffles and an attached padded hood; visible are long sleeves, side-seam pockets (implied by seam lines), and a straight hem.
- View and silhouetteRear-facing view showing a half-length coat that reaches mid-thigh with a straight hem and relaxed, slightly A-line silhouette.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.74 (high) - Quilted baffle constructionHorizontal quilted baffles run across the back and sleeves in evenly spaced rows, creating a padded, segmented appearance.
1 region
x 0.16 · y 0.20 · w 0.68 · h 0.66 (high) - Attached padded hoodLarge attached hood with the same horizontal baffle quilting; hood sits up around the neck and covers the upper back when viewed from rear.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.03 · w 0.34 · h 0.20 (high) - Sleeve shape and cuffsLong sleeves with continuous horizontal quilting; cuffs are simple folded hem without visible elastic or ribbing.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.52 (high) - Back seam/detail bandA wider, slightly flatter horizontal panel is visible across the lower back area creating a subtle band that interrupts the narrower baffles.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.14 (high) - Side seams and pocket openingsVertical side seam lines are visible near the hips consistent with side pockets, though pocket openings are not open or highlighted.
2 regions
x 0.12 · y 0.56 · w 0.10 · h 0.28 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.56 · w 0.10 · h 0.28 (medium) - Shell finishSlightly shiny, smooth synthetic shell fabric visible across the coat surface with subtle light reflections on the baffle curves.
- Visible model hand and lower garmentModel's right hand and blue denim jeans are visible below the coat hem; these are not part of the product.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.82 · w 0.18 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.42 · y 0.84 · w 0.30 · h 0.16 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot on a neutral light gray background with soft even lighting; model stands centered, image cropped just above the knees.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-facing studio shot showing the coat on a model from the upper head to mid-thigh, with even margins on left and right.
- Background and lightingPlain light gray background with soft diffuse lighting that produces minimal shadows and gentle highlights on the coat surface.
- Model stylingModel hair is braided into a bun; visible neck and ear in profile at top-left of the coat hood.
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.02 · w 0.20 · h 0.14 (high) - Image qualityHigh-resolution product photo with clear detail and minimal noise.
Colors
deep black· shell#0E0C0E- View and silhouetteRear-facing view showing a half-length coat that reaches mid-thigh with a straight hem and relaxed, slightly A-line silhouette.
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Customer Reviews
51 total51 reviews · out of 5
Serré
Trop petit
Great for travel
I actually ordered the item in both black ad the pine colour and ultimately decided on the black coat. I liked that it is packable and waterproof. I also preferred the zipper on the black coat. The only real negative for me is the fact that the hood doesn't have any way of cinching it closed.
Light coat
I love it but the colour is more brown then copper/rust.
Coat
This code is of poor quality. The feathers are coming out. I have to return it.
Parfait!
Il est confortable et chaud. La longueur est parfaite. J'adore le capuchon qui tient bien sur la tête et le fait que les poches ont des fermetures éclair.
Ce que je voulais
Parfait. …et rapide
Very satisfied
Coat fits very well and is well made.
Great weight and fit
I was looking for a lightweight puffer and this is great. Zip pockets are essential. The hood is light and comfortable. The only issue is that the color is a bit dull.
Très beau desing
Très beau desing
Wrong tag and size
I ordered this twice in X-large and both times an X-small came with X-large tag on it. Really annoying. I'm sure you guys have a whole batch like this and really need to pay attention. I have zero time to exchange these so I've gifted them.
Manteau
Merveilleux, belle couleur, très confortable exactement ce que je cherchais depuis longtemps.
Je recommande entièrement ce manteau
Je recommande entièrement ce manteau d’une longueur parfaite
Coat is comfortable but zipper catches
I like the coat and the colour. It is comfortable to wear. But unfortunatly I have a hard time pulling the zipper up. It catches on the sides. The zipper looks a bit flimsy. The coat is also a tad too long for a 5'2 lady.
Recycled
Great quality, great fit and great colour and so pleased to be able to be able to buy an environmental option
Juste de la bonne longueur
Sa légèreté son confort
La couleur était différente sur le site.
J'aimais la couleur qui apparaissait sur le site terra cota mais le manteau est arrivé brun
Comfy but the zip may not last
I got an xl s as I’m a 14 but it’s a little roomy. Lightweight and well made but the zip seems to catch a little I do like that it’s a 2 way zip.
Love the coat, however. . .
Love the coat however lower zipper broke almost immediately. Coat also discolours easily. It is a beautiful colour and cut though and the customer service at Simons was great when dealing with this issue.
Belle couieur
Belle couieur
Très bon achat
C’est le 2e manteau que j’achète. Magnifique couleur.
Je l’adore
Je l’adore
Ravie
J'aime beaucoup et hâte au printemps pour le porter .
tres bien
léger, belle coupe
Coat
Excellent great fit and colour lots of compliments
C’est mon troisième!! Léger comme
C’est mon troisième!! Léger comme tout, très pratique.
Belle qualité/prix
Manteaux très pratique par temps pas trop froid
great product
The product is excellent, it is easy to wear, warm and very useful in case of rain.
Manteau d’automne
Ce manteau mis dans les manteaux d’hiver n’est pas suffisamment chaud. Très mince. Trop long pour plus petite femme 5’1 pouce
All good but not sure
All good but not sure it is warm enough
commantair
Tres bien taille
Xxxx
Xxxxx
Lovely …. . But
I love the colour and it seems to be warm and cuts the wind to a degree. However, I had not really explored the inside very carefully. Yesterday, I picked yu my mail before taking my walk. Took the letters out of the box and put them into what I thought was an inner pocket. Imagine my surprise when I got home, to find the letters had fallen out. On further inspection what I thought was a pocket - had no bottom
Great purchase
Love the puffer coat. Fits perfectly!
Black down filled coat
Light weight. Comfortable , good size.
Super et léger manteau
J'aime le fait que la fermeture éclair puisse s'ajuster au bas du manteau
Oui
Oui
Bon
Manteau très léger et étonnement chaud. J’étais assez septique au début mais ça fait la job. Je prends quotidiennement le bus et le métro. Le hic c’est que le zip s’est déjà détaché vers le bas.
Manteau peu chaud
Je croyais avoir acheté un manteau d’hiver. Je dirais que pour moi, c’est plus un manteau de mi-saison. De plus, la qualité du fermoir laisse à désirer.
Je l’adore.
Manteau léger et très chaud, belle couleur. Je suis très satisfaite de mon achat.
Beau manteau intersaison, passe-partout!
Léger, long à souhait et belle couleur!
tres souple
seul inconvénient plutot manteaux automne avantage tres léger
Manteau
J’avais acheté le même modèle 5 ans passé et j’ai racheté le même mais une couleur différente. Je l’adore! Il est léger, chaud et pratique, un must!
Protection du froid
Le manteau est si léger que je me demande quel sera le degré de protection les jours de fraîcheur durant les saisons printemps/ automne . J’aime beaucoup le style et la couleur. La taille parfaite aux mentions donnés. Il est très beau. Très bonne qualité / prix. Merci excellent service également.
Manteau fait parfaitement
Oui, je le recommande
Not What I Expected!!!
Honestly I thought this colour of coat would be much brighter? Also the zipper opening and closing is already a problem!
Great coat
Super light, warm enough for most winter weather, and cute—what’s not to love? It was even on sale.
Great Lightweight Jacket
Nice jacket. Packable. Great color green. This jackets fits like a true medium on the top. I have large hips and thighs and it fits with a bit of room. If you have narrow hips and thighs, I would suggest sizing down. I gave this jacket a 4 because of the price, it should be priced lower (end of winter sale). I have been wanting to purchase this jacket for 3 months and the price of $129. 95 has not changed.
Léger et confortable
Léger et confortable
Couleur
J’avais commandé blanc et j’ai reçu un manteau gris pâle
Manteau
Confortable et parfait pour l’entre saison
J’adore
Super confortable, parfait pour le printemps et l’automne
Q&A
2 answered- Is the down certified by the Responsible Down Standard (RDS) or a similar animal welfare certification?
- The product description mentions 'responsible down insulation,' which often indicates certification by the Responsible Down Standard (RDS), but RDS is not explicitly stated. We cannot confirm certification from the available information.
- How many washes does the Teflon EcoElite water-repellent treatment last before reapplication is needed?
- Teflon EcoElite water-repellent treatment is generally designed to last through multiple washes, commonly around 20 washes before reapplication is needed. Actual durability depends on care and usage. The product listing does not specify a specific number for this jacket.