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"  If you&amp;#039;re hitting the Columbus Day coat sales today, you&amp;#039;re sure to get a bargain. Make sure you&amp;#039;re getting a good deal with our top tips for finding the best coat.  The best types of fill for puffer coats would be down or Primaloft (a synthetic fiberfill). While down keeps you warmest, it looses that ability when wet. Primaloft is the only fiberfill that comes close to the warmth of down plus it maintains its insulating abilities when wet.  When shopping for a wool coat, look for either a 100% wool coat or a blend that has at least 60% wool. That way you will get the natural insulating and wicking abilities of wool. A pricey warmth alternative to 100% wool is wool blended with another animal hair such as alpaca, mohair, or cashmere.  If you are purchasing a blended wool coat, go with a nylon blend \u2014 it will create a stronger fabric and have less of a tendency to pill over time.  When purchasing a coat that is lined, make sure the lining is only attached at the hems and armhole. That allows for a better fit overall. It also prevents the cold from seeping in through the seams. When the lining is sewn through to the front of a coat, you will get definite cold spots where that seam line occurs.  When looking for a winter coat always think of your cold spots. The coat should have the ability to protect your neck and prevent cold air from blowing up the sleeves. For optimum warmth, there should be either a flap over the front closure or the closure should close in a double breasted manner. This gives extra warmth in the front of the coat.  The closures of the coat should go down to the bottom of the coat.  Outer seams should be top stitched for better durability and warmth.  Still not sure what to get? Be sure to check out our top picks for cozy winter coats. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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