Down coat

Yes, would reinforce what others have said about making sure you buy from an ethical, cruelty-free source.

I have seen one I like on Lands End and have emailed them to find out how they source the down.

Thanks for the info about ethical down. I was pretty shocked when I found out the circumstances of how they collect down.

This is the reply I have had from Lands End:

"Lands' End does not use, purchase or source live plucked down. It is a barbaric practice that is completely out of line with our values. All of our Down products contain 100% Responsible Down Standard (RDS), certified down, which the highest quality responsibly-sourced down available. The origin of all of our Down products can also be tracked through a unique QR code attached to each garment

We operate a zero tolerance policy to ensure that our suppliers, vendors and all involved parties of our supply chain adhere to the highest standards of compliance and ethics."!

Don't know where the exclamation mark came from - fat finger syndrome I guess.

Good on you Luckygirl nice to read people do care

That is good, Luckygirl. They should put that on their website, so buyers looking for an ethical purchase can make an informed decision.

I bought mine from M&S two years ago.

I personally would not touch down of any sort. This avoids the question of how companies source their down and monitor their ethical policies. Ditto mohair.
There are excellent super warm and lightweight alternatives available.

DH has said that fake down adds to the plastic problem.....so I can't win.

He’s right. Thinking of all possible fillings
Polyester made from oil
Feathers - plucked from ducks.
Wool - shorn from sheep - some people object to this.
Silk - mass produced from farmed silk worms.
Cotton - not very warm. Some people would insist on it being organic and non GM.

You can’t win!

Thank you Luckygirl

This thread is positive in getting us all thinking more about ethical clothing. It's also such a challenge at a time when animal welfare is (rightly) the focus of so much news.

Well - here's a stroke of luck!

I ordered it yesterday and it was about £100, after 40% discount took it down from £175. I rang them first thing this morning as I decided I had ordered the wrong size so started the order again and it is reduced today to £52!!!!!!!!!

Unbelievable luck!!

Feeling a bit guilty, because after buying a discounted puffer coat a few weeks ago (but not as discounted as yours!) I have given into temptation and bought a Joules duffle (duffel?) coat for half price.
Saving all this money is costing me a fortune.??

Maw, I am sticking to gransnett for the next few days, my willpower is not strong at the moment and the desire to save money on something I do not need might just sweep me away ????.

If you are replacing a coat in your wardrobe this year there is a charity organisation that takes unwanted coats and redistributes them to the homeless. I believe they have collection points at mainline stations in London, not sure about the rest of UK, but will try and find out and get back to you.

That would be helpful grannygravy I know of “Wrap up Brum” but don’t know how to get 5 or six coats (including some of Paw’s - yes I am facing that task) to the Cathedral in Birmingham. I know he would have been cross to know any of his warm coats (and mine) were hanging in a wardrobe when there is a real need out there.

I have a Geox down coat, and it is light, waterproof, windproof, breathable and washable. It is made with artificial down. I’m tempted to buy another in velvet- they have a sale on. Pricey, but worth it.

I have to have weight as well as warmth and haven't come across anything suitable yet. I have a fabulous old fur jacket in my wardrobe ( wolf ) and I can't wear it in case I get eggs or something thrown at me. My health and well-being is far more important to my family and myself than a few people protesting against animal fur.
There's far more cruelty towards humans ,knives/shooting/murder/rape but I've yet to see armies of protesters with their banners trying to put a stop to this.!

How many anti- duck downs will be eating turkey ?

I had ordered my Landsend down jacket (half price) before I heard about the inhumane production of down, so I was relieved, when I read the label and found that it complied with the Responsible Down Standard. It's light and is likely to keep me warm in winter but not too hot mid-season. It packs into its own pocket so won't take up much space in a flight bag.
I have a Landsend quilted coat - entirely polyester - which I bought in the sale about five years ago. It's beginning to lose its insulating qualities, but looks as good as new.

I only learned about the way some down is plucked from live birds a few years ago, I was shocked that such cruelty was considered acceptable. I’m now more careful, as I am about food, plastic etc.
I don’t claim sainthood and yes EllanVallin, I’m going to be eating turkey and ham over the Christmas period. Both will come from local organis, free range suppliers. I eat meat a couple of times a week but I fully understand why so many others are becoming veggi or vegan.
Of course people try to stop cruelty to other people Ellen V

Luckygirl could you please add a link to the website that you referred to as I can’t find it ?

As far as I know Uniqlo should be be on list but I would like to check . Thank you.

responsibledown.org/

Can’t see uniqlo on the list but I can’t see Lands-end either.