Customer Reviews The North Face Arctic Parka

Took a chance buying this online as I live outside of US, where return would be difficult if I didn't like it. I was nervous at first but glad to receive the piece in good condition and exactly as described on the website.

I purchased a Large thinking it would be a little bigger so I can wear thick sweaters underneath. However, it was too large and had to return it for a medium. The medium is pretty snug since it has a tailored waist. Ideally, I would like there to be a size in between medium and large - for this reason I gave it a 4 star. Otherwise, looks great. For reference I am 5'4 and 140 lbs.

The XL fits a little too snug for my taste, so I returned it and I'm currently waiting for my refund but, in the meantime I reordered and received the next size up XXL. I absolutely love the coat very stylish. I haven't worn it out as yet but I'll come back with an updated review soon.

Nice lines, flattering for a down coat. Runs a bit small through the shoulders, so I went up a size. Lightweight but warm. Love it!

Great for cold winter days. Keeps warm and does not restrict movements. Only down side is the elastic waist - would have been better if it came with drawstrings to tighten/loosen the cinched waist look.

I bought this coat for a winter trip to Ireland and England. I've been reading up on the weather there and it says windy, rain, and little sun are to be expected so I really wanted a coat that could withstand just about anything and thats when i came upon this gem. It's an awesome coat. It feels so cozy and comfortable but stylish too, it is large and chunky but TNF made the coat in such a way that it doesn' take away from having a decent fit and overall stylish design. For reference I'm 5'2 and 130lbs i bought the taupe in medium and it's slightly large which i prefer to layer with but if you're concerned about wanting room to layer, the coat itself it so well made to keep you warm that one sweater with the coat would be suffice I think depending on how cold the weather is I suppose but just keep in mind that the coat itself is made to keep you warm and comfortable. I gave it 4 stars because there are a few things about design that i find a little strange but thats just me being nitpicky. Overall awesome coat, worth every penny!

I haven't yet tested it out, but I just wanted to say that the green one is NOT like the bright green in the photo. It's actually a more muted hunter green. I was disappointed. Here's hoping it keeps me warm regardless.

I love this jacket - it just ran too big. I am returning it for a smaller size and hope it will fit better. I used the sizing recommendation on the north face site to choose my size and it was a bit off - so I would recommend sizing down regardless of what it tells you. I am 5'4 and 125 pounds for reference and the small was way way way way too big. But overall great product!

Nice fitted waist But sleeves not very long Snug on arms

This is a great coat! I compared it to TNF outer boroughs parka & I find the latter to be more substantial, however I wore this coat in 30 degree temps (with significant wind) & not one part of me that was covered by the coat felt cold. I wonder how it would fare in colder temps. Too bad it's April, otherwise I'd know. Pluses to this coat: it's lighter than the outer boroughs parka it has not yet leaked feathers! this is big for me. I don't fancy brushing feathers off my sweaters. the length is great for me (I am just a smidge under 5'4"). looks flattering. comfy pocks INSIDE POCKET (my dad always touts that this is the hallmark of a decent coat) minuses: not sure it should go on the minuses list, but I'm not sure it's as warm as the outer borough parka. I've only worn the coat once, so I may (if possible) revise my review later.

I use this jacket because I travel to much to different states where the weather is cold!!

I researched so many jackets based on reviews/price/quality- this coat had all three things going for it. The thing that bothered me the most about the jacket I had before this one was the feathers that would constantly shed and be attached to everything I was wearing. This coat doesn't do that but there were a few feathers that I noticed on me. Other than that so warm and comfortable! Needs some breaking in tho like any coat when you first get it!

Love this coat once I get into it. I just received this two days ago however, having a hard time zipping up the coat. I live in New England with very cold temperatures and disappointed that I can't get the zipper to close. I am an excellent seamtress, so I am very capable in working and repairing zippers, however, this is proving to be difficult. I do love all the other features of this coat and like the taupe shade very much.

Fits well. Very warm. Would like the bottom half to fit a little more slim but overall a great coat

Zipper sticks a little but overall great coat

I love this parka! Its the best in the price range. It is warm and light weight.

Bought this for our upcoming trip to Swiss Alps. I am 5'4", 130. Originally I ordered a Medium, as recommended by the sizing guide on TNF. The medium fit well in the body, but the arms/ shoulders were so large and puffy I didn't feel it was flattering enough (for a winter coat lol). I ordered the small and it fits well, a tiny bit tight if I wear a big sweater underneath but I am happy the fit up top is better. It's super good looking parka and great price!

I exchanged it for the eggplant. Decided white would get dirty to fast.

I bought this jacket for my daughter. She likes it very much. It keeps her warm even in those single digit temperature days. It looks stylish, too. It does run small. I bought the xs. She's a slim 13 year old, however, it just fits her. I believe I might need to buy her an s by the time she's 16.

Not my style

I love this coat. It is very warm. Living in Maine, my previous coat was an almost-ankle-length down jacket that was shapeless but did the job well. I wanted to get one that would be just as warm but give a little bit of shape to me, and this coat did that. I don't really miss the extra-long length of my other jacket - yet.

This is my 4th Winter with The Arctic Parka and it is by far the best and warmest parka I have ever owned. Living in Chicago it is important to have a warm, stylish coat that will protect against the cold temperatures, snow, and wind. Unfortunately, a couple months into the season this year, a tear formed in the lining. This caused some of the down filling to come out of the coat, which gets all over everything I wear. After contacting the warranty department and visiting a store, I was told I would have to send the coat to California for review and repair, and be without my coat for 6-8 weeks. This is not very practical in the middle of a Chicago Winter. The North Face's biggest competitor (hint: starts with a P) has a no-questions-asked warranty policy and replaces items on the spot. In the future, I will think twice before making a purchase from The North Face.

Bought this as a gift for my wife. Needed a different size but the product itself is very good.