topic Re: my new down puffer vest from Land's End in Fashion

my new down puffer vest from Land's End

wildcat fan — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 01:05:37 GMT

They had a great sale so I got a down puffer vest for less than $20. I bought one last year and love it, but I can tell this one is not the same even though they are similar. At first I thought it was odd that I was covered in cat hair since kitty hasn't been near it, but with a closer look, I found that it's the down filling popping out all over it. Boo! 😢

Love the fit and it has overall rating of 4.5 out of 5. I pulled out all of the visible feathers, but when I wore it again, more popped out. Do you think this will stop? I'm thinking about returning it.

Here's a photo from the website:

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ECBG — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 01:11:53 GMT

Cute! LOVE that blue!!!

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Kachina624 — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 01:20:54 GMT

No, it will not stop. That's what happens when the fabric is an insufficient thread count to keep feathers from poking through. It's too loosely woven. It'll be a real mess if machine washed.

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wildcat fan — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 01:25:17 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
No, it will not stop. That's what happens when the fabric is an insufficient thread count to keep feathers from poking through. It's too loosely woven. It'll be a real mess if machine washed.

I wondered what it would be like if I wash it. I haven't had any problems with the one I bought last year. Maybe I just got a dud this time. I think I'll see if I can exchange it. I love the color.

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MacDUFF — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 01:44:44 GMT

Hi @wildcat fan

I agree with @Kachina624 that it won't stop and it may get worse in the wash. Too bad 'cuz this is cute...perfect for the current weather in our area of N & SC. The rating is good, though, and makes me think yours could just be a dud...?? You might consider exchanging.

I'd be careful of the temptation to think you can live with it since it's such a great price and a great piece...a feeling I'm all too familiar with hahaha...because it has the potential of becoming one of those "what was I thinking" pieces! Hope you are well!

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Mom2Dogs — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 02:33:19 GMT

@wildcat fan ...sorry, no the popping of down will not stop.

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Desertdi — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 04:01:43 GMT

Oh .... that reminds me of the awful FEATHER pillows we had when I was a kid............Not even down pillows.....they were filled with chicken feathers

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GenXmuse — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 04:31:47 GMT

I'd send it back since you already have one you like.

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Lilysmom — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 08:54:16 GMT

@wildcat fan , check to see if there are reviews of the best. Common practice for big markdowns on problem clothing. I always check out the reviews before purchase. I would return it as you can't stop the feathers bleeding through. LM

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luvmyteddy4 — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 14:00:38 GMT

I bought three puffer jackets from LE about 4 years ago and my favorite one has been my silver with black polka dots that still looks brand new. I get compliments every time I wear it still. I wish I had bought more.

I remember seeing the one you bought on there. I bought the pintucked flannel tops that are on there and they are really cute, I bought 4 at a really good sale price.

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wildcat fan — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 14:05:40 GMT

I appreciate all of your thoughtful replies. 😊

I don't have a lot of experience with down, so I wasn't sure if that's normal to have feathers popping out early on. The vest I got last year is black, so I was excited to add this in one of my favorite colors. Since the vest has a 4.5 rating out of 5 with 606 reviews, I'm going to exchange it instead of a straight up return. I've made lots of Land's End purchases over the years, so I was surprised by this. Usually the quality is very good.

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wildcat fan — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 14:08:49 GMT

@luvmyteddy4 wrote:
I bought three puffer jackets from LE about 4 years ago and my favorite one has been my silver with black polka dots that still looks brand new. I get compliments every time I wear it still. I wish I had bought more.
I remember seeing the one you bought on there. I bought the pintucked flannel tops that are on there and they are really cute, I bought 4 at a really good sale price.

Thanks for sharing that @luvmyteddy4 😊

I've been looking at a puffer coat and the flannel tops. So tempting with the sale prices! I realize I need to decide soon because it's that time of year for things to sell out quickly. For my last purchase, I bought the vest and a couple of cardigans. I really love their sweaters.