Customer Reviews The North Face Arctic Parka
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7,217 total reviewsReview Breakdown:
80%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
12%4Rated 4 stars out of 5
4%3Rated 3 stars out of 5
2%2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Customer Fit Survey:
71%"Felt true to size"
100%"Felt true to width"
67%"Moderate arch support"
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Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face US
This coat is everything I was looking for. I live in the PNW and I needed something extra warm but that's also water proof. I love the length of this coat, it hits mid-thigh for me. It's light weight yet surprisingly warm. I am 5'9" and 155lbs. I originally ordered the size Large because so many of the reviews said it runs small or tight in the shoulders. It definitely does not run small. I returned the Large for a Medium and it's a perfect fit. I love North Face, they make a great product.
Mom O,
7 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face US
Beautiful jacket. I ordered a size up and glad I did. It fit perfectly. It's extremely warm and cozy. I highly recommend this jacket if you live in a very cold area as I do. I think this jacket will last and keep me warm for many years to come. I love it. Thanks North Face for finally making some 3xl sizes! You rock!!
Mel,
5 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face US
I love this coat. I wore it in -4 degree temperatures, and it kept me warm. I love The North Face, their products never disappoint me.
JuneBug,
5 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face US
I love this coat. It keeps me so warm and i find it very easy to wear in every kind of occasion. The fur makes it even more stylish and the lightweight makes it easy to have it on all the time
Anila,
4 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face US
I love everything about this coat. I wanted a white parka and my search continued to come up with this one. Because of my height (6'1), women coats really didn't fit me well so I've always bought men's coats. I went to the northface store in NY to buy one while visiting, but the store didn't carry it. The sales associate was very helpful and nice when I asked to try on any woman's XXL to see if it fit and she found one. That XXL fit perfectly and the sales associate ordered the coat I wanted and had it delivered in two days to my home in VA. This XXL fit way better than the one in the store and the sleeves were just long enough to my liking. It also outlined my shape instead of the boxy men's look. I bought my daughter the exact one in black in November and she really loves it. This coat is very warm with a perfect fit. I will continue to get my coates from Northface since I can be assured of the fit for women. This winter has been brutally cold and this coat has kept us very warm. I can't say enough about this coat. Please check it out for yourself.
DC_Jet,
4 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Love this coat! It's warm and keeps me dry. I recently wore it in a parade in the middle of a snow storm and it did not disappoint. I highly recommend the coat and I've gotten a couple compliments on the teal color.
Laura T, Zappos Customer,
4 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face US
I love the tan color. The fabric is alittle stiff, though, which makes it not the coziest of coats. Still breathable though, just feels a little restricting. Details look great, like the lining material and great 2-way zipper, and fur. Cozy dear pockets. I did notice the fur on the hood creases easily and doesn't look as nice as when I got it a week ago. Also, I feel like there could be more down to make it warmer, especially for the price.
SIZING: I feel it runs large. I'm 5'4" 135 lbs and the small fit great. Accentuates my curves. The medium would be good for more layering and long periods outdoors, but the stiffness of the fabric makes it uncomfortable and bulky feeling like during suburban outings, especially sitting in a car. On long walks it was very toasty. But I live in the city and wanted something a little dressy and fashionable. I tried the black too but felt the material looked cheap. I still got lots of compliments! Wish it came in more lighter, fun colors, instead of the usual drab, wintery ones! Overall a good deal if you can get it on sale.
Sunny,
4 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face USIncentivized Review
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I bought this jacket in February 2018 and have used it every winter. I live on an island in NJ where we have a lot of cold harsh wind all winter and and it has kept me warmer than any other jacket I've owned. I've also used it for trips to Colorado and New England. It holds up well to snow and wind. I'm 5'6" 131 pounds and bought a size medium. I could probably fit into a small but I usually layer up underneath. The jacket is still in great condition and I get compliments all the time and I literally wear it everyday 6 months out of the year. The quality is excellent and I highly recommend!
Erica,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face USIncentivized Review
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This parka is so warm and comfortable. Definitely waterproof and breathable DryVent.
I took the minimal grey color and is so beautiful. People stop me at street to ask about the parka.
Priscilla,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Review for Zappos VIP Points(What's this?)
The fit of this coat is very flattering and I like how the bottom back slightly fishtails. For me, this fits true to size. I always wear small in tops (size 4 or 27 pants) and the small parka fit perfectly for me (5'8" 148lbs, 34B chest, 27" waist, 36" hips). The fit is great while still providing ample room for a heavy sweater. I would prefer the sleeves to be an inch longer or similar to the fold up/down style of TNF Tremaya.
Despite how flattering it looks on, it has a bit of a trench coat look to me which I don't love. The hood is a bit shallow making it difficult to keep on if you have a tuque with a pompom on it or a high ponytail. I also can never understand why TNF insists in putting the pockets on the outside of their down coats. All my other coats from different brands have the pocket open underneath the down so I can take my gloves off and warm my hands in the pockets. This is not the case with this parka. As this winter has been unusually warm, I haven't tested it out in proper cold weather (single digits or below), but I know these insulated pockets will not keep my hands warm. Too bad.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face USIncentivized Review
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This jacket worked great in -4 degree Fahrenheit weather when I cross the arctic circle! It also helped keep my dog warm! Great fit too!
Nicole,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face USIncentivized Review
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I absolutely love the fit of this coat and seems like it will be extremely warm, but the Antelope Tan color is definitely more mustard yellow in person. Will return for a different color!
K J,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face USIncentivized Review
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Love it, used in March in Iceland and feel warm with only a shirt under. Works perfect on rain or snow. I can't wait to use it again
Maria,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face US
I love that I am comfortable with this on. I am kept warm and this quilling jacket is great. I'm in New York and I couldn't ask for a better Jane jet during the winter.
Jess,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face US
This is THE best winter coat I've ever owned. As my weight has fluctuated through the years, I have bought this coat in 3 different sizes. It is incredibly warm, comfortable, and stylish. I get compliments on it everywhere I go. Highly recommend!
Anne,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face US
I wear scrubs a lot for work this coat makes me so warm I don't need to wear undergarments to keep cold air from my legs!
Fefe,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I really like this coat so far! The North Face is always a good go to brand and this has been a great coat. The quality is nice and I like the Graphite Grey that was on sale. I am 5'11" and 160 lbs, so I ordered the large. The arm length is great, but the body part is a little big. That is fine with me though! I will order this brand and style again in the future!
Kansas, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Verified Purchase
This is a very warm coat, and the length is great for walking in the frozen tundra of the Northeast! It is a little tight through the upper body, so order one size up. It will be my go to winter coat for several years!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Verified Purchase
I love this parka. It is a comfortable, longer style to keep me warmer and has zippered pockets. I have only worn it twice so far since the weather has been temperate but one of those days it was rainy, windy and cold and I was toasty warm and it repels water. This will last for years! I usually wear an XL but bought a 2XL for bulky sweaters and layering. It is a little big but that is perfect for me.
Arlene M, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face US
Its a great jacket for the cold, but its not water repellent and it might be waterproof, but if you're too much time in the snow it starts to get wet.
Maria,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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I am 5’4, 130 pounds and have a North Face parka from years ago (still in fantastic shape!) in a size small. I ordered a small in this style as well, and it was huge! I ordered an XS and it fit exactly like the small in my older coat, and I am able to comfortably wear a thick sweater underneath.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face USIncentivized Review
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Bought this coat a couple of years ago and really love it but I just ordered this updated version because the velcro on the older one is just too darn annoying. Wanted to also order the Shelby parka but when I saw it too had velcro had to pass. Hoping this updated version is just as nice but better with the snaps on the placket.
JayCee758,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face USIncentivized Review
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I have purchased three of these. I love it. It keeps me warm, water resistant, and somewhat wind resistant too.
Gisele,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Very warm and comfortable. Worth every penny.
Gisele,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Reviewed at The North Face USIncentivized Review
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Love this coat! Worth the cost. The coat keeps my torso & thigh are warm as it's quite long.
Heather,
1 found this review helpful.