Customer Reviews The North Face Arctic Parka

I spent 2 months researching this coat. The reviews were less than helpful and not really detailed. The Northface stores are so far and few in between, I wasn't able to physically try on the coat. Since this is my first purchase from The Northface, I wasn't too sure about fit and sizing. So this is my attempt to leave a DETAILED REVIEW and help anyone looking to purchase this coat. First let me give an overview of my size/body type: I wear a L/XL shirt (depending on the brand). Bra size 40C/38D. Pant size 14/16 (depending on the brand). None of my features are overly accentuated. I have hips but I'm not too hippy. My butt is rather on the flat side. I have a round abdomen (not grossly large but it does poke out a bit). My shoulders are proportionate to my size. I haven't measured myself so I really don't know my hip or waste size in inches. On to the review: so I purchased the coat in a 2x because I read reviews saying it runs small. The coat fits a little roomy for my body type, but the XL would have been too small (in my opinion). I think someone that's the same size with more hips/butt would fit a 2X comfortably. I honestly don't see it fitting anyone larger than size 18. I have plenty of room to layer. And even though it's roomy, i don't look like I'm wearing a tent. The waste is sinched with internal elastic, which gives it a very flattering look. The sleeves cover my entire arm, from shoulder to wrist. There are elastic reiforcements inside the sleeves also. As far as warmth, THE COAT IS WARM! Today it was 28 degrees and I felt adequately prepared for the cold. The coat falls slightly above my knee (I'm 5'4") completely covering my butt and upper thighs. It's also windy today but it's hard to tell with this coat. I wasn't able to feel any cold or wind on the parts my coat covers. The material is excellent. I purchased black. Black usually attracts a lot of lint and dust. This coat doesn't. Overall, great coat. Hope my review helps

Love it. Super warm for brutal Chicago winters

I love my new coat and service was great.

I'm North Face fan. I have several North Face coats of different styles, but I wanted a longer length coat with faux fur trim with the quality of The North Face. I'm a petite 5' 2", so getting a good fit in a non-petite sized coat can be difficult, especially with detailing on the waist (it never hits at my actual waist). We had given my daughter a Gotham style for Christmas, and that got me looking to see if North Face made a similar coat in a parka. This coat is perfect for me.

This jacket is SO warm! I love the fur on the hood, makes a fashion statement. The length is great to cover the top of my legs. The grey color is perfect.

I buy this jacket for regular use. So I'm wearing everyday almost it is wind proof & comfortable.

I would recommend this coat to anyone it's all I wanted for the cold weather up here in Albany NY. U seen some comments and they said it wasn't warm for them in buffalo NY. Geez is it really that cold. But to be real it's warm.

Love this coat. Love the color and it so warm and comfortable. Would definitely recommend this coat.

I love it

I'm in love with my coat, I look great, the color is unique, I'm very happy with the quality... It keeps me warm 100%

I purchased this coat for my mom 5ft tall 160 lbs. She likes a wind / water proof long coat covering thighs. This coat delivers.

I love it!

Just moved from California to Chicago n January. This coat is perfect for navigating the windy city in all weather conditions!

This is a great jacket. I got it for an everyday winter jacket and it works perfectly. I love the length and also the style. Very warm but does not feel bulky or make you lose shape. Would recommend!

I worn this coat in the wind and cold temperatures.I didn't need a sweater.

Everyday during the winter days in New York

My daughter will be attending college in Michigan so this coat will be perfect!

Stylish and not too bulky!

I would recommend this coat to plenty of people because it's so comfortable, and I love it

I love the color I choose. I love how it looks on me. I love everything about this coat. Looking forward to ordering again in the future. Not just for myself, but also my family.

I love this coat! I am a college student and it keeps me super warm during the winter when I have to walk across a huge campus. I think its super cute, and it doesn't make me look like a marshmallow which is a huge plus! I would definitely recommend. I think I will have this coat for years to come.

For winter day drop and pick up my kids at school

Great fit I don't feel like a walking marshmallows since I'm a big girl. It keeps me warm to NYC cold days & nights. I love it

I've only had this coat for a week and I already love it. It's very warm when walking outside, but not too hot when indoors. I did return the coat for a size up, but now I am very happy with the fit. I love the hunter green color and fur trimmed hood.

This coat is great! It keeps me so warm in cold Pittsburgh weather. The only thing that makes me nervous is I got this coat in white and the material seems like it would stain/get dirty really easy.