I chose this coat over the Patagonia Downtown Loft Parka after trying on both because of the following reasons: 1. The moonstruck color is really pretty. It is a pearl color (flat, not iridescent). 2. The hood on this Marmot coat is really snug and keeps out the wind. The Pata coat did not have a way to cinch or secure the hood. This coat has a Velcro strap under the chin. The hood is deep. 3. The length on this coat, although not as long as the Patagonia coat, is to the knee, which is great for keeping legs warm in a chilly commute to work driving. I was looking for a long coat. 4. The fleece cuffs are so cozy. Pata coat did not have the fleece cuffs, or the plush lining on the inside of the coat. 5. The warmth of the coat is excellent. I am a wimp, new to the midwest, and I am happy I bought this coat. I would definitely recommend this coat. I was able to buy it at a significant discount around Thanksgiving, so shop around and don't pay full retail.

Comment: I searched for hours and hours online and in stores to find the perfect down coat. I wanted one with a hood and preferably without the fur ruff. This is honestly the perfect jacket. it is unbelievably warm, and has a cozy inner fleece lining that i love. The hood is plush with down, and has a great draw string to cinch around the head. The fur ruff is removable which is even better (it does look kinda cheap)! The chevron design slims too! I am a 34C, size 4 with an average build (thicker arms) and the medium fit well for layering, while the small also fit, but i would have been uncomfortable with anything bulky underneath. Both jackets looked about the same (size wise) when tried on, so I went with the medium.

Best down coat out there. This is so warm, wore it in 7 degrees, wicked winds. Lightweight, but super warm. The fleece is so nice around the neck chin, just so cozy is this coat and super warm. The hood is superb, to protect your face from wicked winds. I got a large and am 5' 6", 140lbs and fits perfect, snug. Love this coat. I think it is the best one on the market for warmth and I have tried many.

This coat has an awesome hood for those of us who need it in winters where harsh winds occur. It is also chock full with down, which I think will make it extremely warm, haven't worn it yet out. It would be nice if the fleece ran the full length of the coat, versus just half way, the top half. Also I prefer the other type of zipper, the chunky plastic one, which lasts longer I have found from past experiences. But I think this coat will be warmer than my Patagonia down with it, which I need for very cold days in upstate NY.

Not only is the coat just what I wanted but it arrived faster than was agreed: in less than 48 hours! And this was regular shipping! A thoroughly satisfying shopping experience. Thank you, Zappos.

I thought I would take a chance on this boot. The heel just does not look right in the picture and in person it is worse. The arch support is too far back for me, so the fit was just all wrong. Glad I can send it back.