The North Face Women's Arctic Parka II

After about 20 hours of searching for the full on winter parka that still left me looking like a human female instead of a walking sleeping bag, I found this beauty. I live in the windy high desert abutting the High Sierra, temps hitting zero at times and freezing or below 180 days a year. I'm 5'8" 135 lbs., long arms, broad shoulders, slim torso, biggish butt, athletic. The medium is like it was made for my body. I can wear a shirt or very thin sweater underneath, which I prefer, as I HATE feeling restricted and this coat lets me move pretty freely while still being a slim fit. Wouldn't use it for skiing, but it's not made for that: great for hiking, playing in the snow with the young 'uns, outdoor events, etc.

Keeps me super warm in single digit NYC weather!For reference, I am 5'6" and 127 pounds and ordered a size small

THE BEST winter jacket EVER. It's long (to my knees) but there's a double zipper so you can still sit down and move your legs if you needed, the hood comes off, the pockets are fleece, there's an inside pocket, and its suuuuper warm. I don't usually make purchases this expensive but decided to invest in a good coat that will last a long time. This coat seems to be amazing quality and has all the features that I was looking for. Soooooo happy :)

If you want to be warm, and not just muscling through the cold, get this coat! I have had severe frostbite and hypothermia in the past and am very sensitive to the cold, this coat has kept me really warm. We're currently in a freeze (sub zero windchill) and I've been outside in this all day. I would have not known it wearing this coat. It is just that good!Update on January 7th 2018:I'm in Chicago and have been dealing with sub zero temps much like everyone else across the country... This coat is so warm and really has exceeded my highest hopes and expectations. Can't say enough good about it. Bonus that it's an attractive coat! Those features usually don't come together.

This jacket is so warm and the best. Literally if not as good than better than a Canada Goose jacket

This is a really high quality coat! I love the color and especially the fit. Its pretty fitted, so i dont look as bulky in it as in other typical winter jackets. I got it in Medium and it is just right with a sweater on, for reference i m 36 D in the chest and its fits right On! Just be aware if you are slightly larger in cup or chest measurment it would be a bit tight. I knew that small would be too small and large too latge so I went with a Med and very happy with it. Love that you can detatch fur part from the hood also. Awesome quality fabric too! Its worth every penny! I m just so so so happy I Found it.

Love Love Love this cost. I consider myself on the plus side size 14W. 5ft 5in. I ordered an XXL and it's a great fit. The length of the coat touches the tips of my knees and I also have room for a bulky sweater or suite jacket. The sleeves are perfect ( a little bit below the wrist). BTW, If you're still not sure about size. The size measurement on North Face's website was spot on. Additionally, the image on this website can be a little misleading. The coat is light weight and not as bulky as the image on the site. I understand, it's a big purchase and I did a bit of research before purchasing the coat. So far I'm happy with my decision.

Love. SO WARM. Also longer than I expected. I am 5'4", and this comes just short of my knees which is perfect. I was considering getting a very long puffer coat for my walk to work, but my concern was that they usually aren't waterproof, and a coat is only warm until it is wet. This is the perfect solution, since it is waterproof and pretty long. Just grab a pair of snowboots to cover your legs and you're good to go in all but the most severe weather. I got Sorel Joan of Arctics to go with it, and I look pretty awesome if I do say so myself. Both are absolutely worth the money as an investment. Good quality lasts, so you won't be buying replacements every year.

I got this to help through the 3 or so days of actual winter in London, and to have something to wear when visiting family in Northern Europe. I can say that this coat is warm enough for -20C! I wore it in London when temperatures were nearing zero. Somehow it didn't feel too hot.The only annoyance was that after unpacking it, I got tiny feathers stuck on my clothes the first few wears. Maybe go through it with one of those sticky rollers before wearing to avoid this.Nice fit too. I'm 5ft 7in, medium built and it hits mid-thigh. The fit is flattering and non-bulky.

This coat is amazing along with the price from this seller. Dog walking I am no longer done up like a Michelin Man this coat over my long sleeve t shirt and a vest top and I was cozy and warm. No more freezing in the school playground waiting for grandkids, this coat is perfect

I needed a waterproof, very warm and long jacket for the winter changeable weather in Ireland. This jacket is just perfect. Fully waterproof, tested in Irish rain. Very warm, sometimes even too warm. Feels like you have a nice blanket wrapped around you all the time.It fits perfectly according to the measuring table provided.It's not a very elegant jacket by design, but the fact that it has some pull on the waist helps to make it a bit more feminine. Totally recommended.

Keeps me really warm. When zip is done up fully, neck can be a little stiff but my other north face is like this and it does keep the cold out and the warmth in. Main plus point - this coat keeps me both warm and dry (tested in heavy rain - it passed!)

Lovely and warm, fits well not too tight and space for a jumper underneath. Really comfortable.