Customer Reviews The North Face Arctic Parka

I would use The Women's Artic Parka when temperature are in the 30's. I purchased extra small. I am petite and I have a small frame in my 60's just shy under 5', weighing between 92-96 lbs and this fit me well. The length is at the top of my knee. The sleeves are long to the tip of my finger and will keep them warm when I hold it and shove it in the pocket and there is room to do that. The internal hand pocket does not keep the bare hands warm due to its fabric is 1/2 of thin fleece at the upper and the other 1/2 is thin yet strong polyester feel. I think it should of been the other way around so I could feel fleece and not the polyester or should of been fleece all around, would of been nice for my bare hands to feel and be in. In the pocket is the adjustable waist band for easy access to keep air out and gives an appearance of a silhouette. The waistband can be bothersome to feel so I got creative I pulled and looped it and pull it through to shorten it quite a bit and it helped it get out of the way. I like the zipper and the ease of the snap button. There are no velcro on this coat which is rather nice so it's not flappy and sticks to other velcro or my long hair when I make adjustments. This does not have a collar so it can let air on my neck so I have to zip up and it helps and it is not too long yet enough room where I can tuck my face to cover my nose on those very cold days. This is warm and why I bought it and at the same time it fitting to my frame and my arms well.

Runs big. I wanted to size down but they sold out of my size so I returned it. I wasn't crazy about the quality of the fur around the collar. I don't know if it was warm because I never got a chance to wear it. It was a good deal on sale but I would not pay full price for it

This is warm, well-made, and functional. Following the size chart I thought I had the right size but it was much longer than it was on this model. Not sure why. Also the white fabric has a little sheen to it. So it's a little bit of a fancy coat, might not be right for someone just looking for a warm, down basic coat

Keeps me warm in 20 degrees (Fahrenheit) walks to work. I would buy it again. As a curvy petite woman (5'2") though sometimes I feel drowned (not as much as a parka though)

This jacket is great for being out and about around my college campus and for walks in the city. I love the style and it keeps me warm.

Super cute and warm, definitely a good quality coat. I sized up one and it's a good size that's not too loose but I am able to wear thicker sweaters underneath if I need to.

I received this coat in olive for Christmas. It is gorgeous and SO warm. I love it, but I have only worn it for maybe a couple of weeks and the stitching inside the left pocket has already come completely undone. For the price, this is super disappointing. For this reason, I don't know if I would recommend it. Otherwise, it is extremely warm and beautiful. I loved it so much so this really bums me out.

Looks cute! Not as warm as I thought it would be.

Jacket fits perfectly and is great throughout the winter. Would have preferred to have a fleece liner.

It's the warmest coat I've ever had no doubt. The only thing I don't like about it when I sit down in the car, the bottom zipper comes open and I have to keep securing it not sure why?

Should have an inside waist tie

I like how warm the coat is and the longer coverage. I wish the inside and inside pockets were a warmer, cozier fabric.

Awesome! I have been looking for a coat that is warm and fits well! Love getting out for a daily walk and this coat is perfect for these frigid winter days.

I like this jacket very much, however I still love my older North Face Jacket just a little better. Only a few of the changes differences. I love my North Face items!

I love the warmth of this product, I am super warm at all times when wearing it. But it is kind of bulky, and only has a few pockets directly in the front of the jacket so it can get even more bulky when putting a wallet or keys in the pocket. I still love it though.

I love this coat! I had a similar one from a few years ago, but needed a different size. I purchased this one just in time for a weekend in Chicago and it was perfect for the cold weather! I just wish it had an inner zip pocket for smaller items, like lip gloss.

It's very warm and I love the cuffs for your hands. The pockets are more shallow than the lighter jacket I have. The drawstring to tighten it bunches in the pockets making them even a little smaller. I otherwise love the coat!

Great go to winter jacket. Love the built in hand warmers and the inner pocket.

Super warm, love the fit of the coat.

Love it. Such a great aesthetic. Keeps me super warm. I love the thumb sleeves. Love that I can take the fur off in the rain. Cons: This jacket would be amazing if there was a fold out bill tucked under the fur so you can extend the hood into a bill when it's raining.

Most aspects are great, but I wish Northface provided temperature guidelines for all its clothing.

Great fit, was between M and L and chose M (5' 4" 155 lbs). Does wrinkle slightly when you sit down. Soft, water resistant exterior. Lovely loft. Off white is easy to get dirty - hoping it cleans easily.

The jacket fits nicely and is toasty warm. It would benefit from having drawstrings to adjust the hood closure and a snap at the bottom of the coat to provide better coverage.

I love everything about this product except that the sleeves are too long on me. When my arms are down and relaxed, my fingertips don't even come out of the sleeves. Otherwise, love the parka!

I just purchased this parka I time for the cold to hit the north east. It was exactly what I looking for in the length and warmth. Only complaint sizing was way off!!! order up!!!!!