Customer Reviews The North Face Outer Boroughs Parka

I am 5'8 and purchased the Medium. Fits good but a bit snug under arm, which I think will give a little after some use. I decided to purchase this version (last years model) because personally it looks more stylish than this years version. I love the pockets in the front and the belt, which provides some shape. Overall happy with this purchase. This is my second NF jacket in less than 3 years. Unfortunately my last one leaked many feathers, as inside arm seam material didn't withstand. This is my replacement. It is however a very warm jacket for our cold winters. I'm going to give it another go, hoping this version is better than my previous. :-)

I ordered a medium which is a snug fit. I would have kept the parka if it wasn't that long for me. It reached my knees already since it is a jacket for tall people. I am petite that's why it's too long for me. I really liked the design of the parka since it forms your body and it has a lot of pockets but had to return it since it looked like a dress when I wore it.

Best coat for MN weather. Cute too!

Amazingly warm, cute, great pockets, love the hood

So excited that I purchased this Parka! I bought the medium and the fit is perfect. (I am 145lb, 5'4", 34D, and it is roomy enough to move around and wear a sweatshirt. I bought at the end of the season, so I cannot say how good it is in cold temps, but it feels way better than my current coat. I choose this coat based on Gearlab reviews, and I as happy to see it discounted on Zappos

Love the style and warmth. I tried this one and I found this is very similar to Canada goose Rossclair parka. North face is definitely a winner for the price point. For reference, I am 5'2 and 130lbs. I got small and it fit snug. I won't layer with extra clothes. It will keep you warm in the extreme cold weather condition.

The only con is the plastic main zipper that has rather large teeth. Why they would ruin this amazing coat with a zipper that doesn't feel like it will last is a head scratcher. I do have older North Face waist length coats with a smaller tooth on the zipper and those coats are at least 4 years old with no zipper issues so I am keeping my fingers crossed that the larger teeth and longer zipper length won't be a wear and tear issue. The North Face has never done me wrong before. This coat is amazing, stylish, warm and full of pockets in all the right places. Hand warmer pockets, deep pockets, and hidden pockets behind the deep pockets, inner card/phone pocket. Stylish snap waist clinchers. Detachable fur on hood (thank goodness). Inner sleeve cuffs to keep the snow/breeze out. The North Face really did their research for this coat. It isn't a lightweight coat. It has some heft to it. If you want to look stylish while being blanketed in a soothing warmth then this is the coat for you. The hood is great too. I purchased the green one and I love the subtle color. I live in Alaska and our winters see temperatures below 20 regularly and I love this coat.

I had a Skidoo snowmobile jacket for the longest time. This pales in comparison for warmth being a parka. Wouldn't go back.

I'm not afraid of Boston's weather now!

I commute to work in Boston( weather can range from -5F to 35F in the winter )walking 10-15 mins. Needed a nice warm jacket where the wind doesn't creep up from under you, it definitely keeps you warm and dry from the snow/rain. You can remove the fur part to avoid a wet hood. I love how there's so many pockets! The only thing I'd like to see added is straps to carry them by from the inside For when you go shopping Or you're out walking and don't want to carry it around on your arm when it gets warm.

Love the coat! Very warm and insulated. It is a bit heavy, so if you're not use to weighted items, take this into consideration.

I was so disappointed the The North Face sent me a used smelly coat!. From now on I will go to the store instead of buying online

I am so happy I bought this coat. It's even nicer in person. Flattering, comfortable, and warm. The length is great, the pockets are awesome, and the outer fabric looks durable and of high quality. I bought the "new taupe" color and it is really beautiful, a little different but still neutral. I am 5'5" 120 lbs and the small fits me well with room enough for a heavy sweater or sweatshirt.

I am obsessed with this coat. I have never had a long parka before and the only downside is that you have to unzip from the bottom to have a little more mobility when hiking, driving, riding a bike, etc. However, that does not take away from the love I have for this coat. Highly recommend to anyone looking to up their winter style game and stay super cozy and warm in the meantime. Slim fit means I don't look like a Michelin Man while dressed for very cold temps.

The sizing is way off for a company whose target buyers are athletic women. I’m typically a small, but with winter coats I go up a size to be able to layer underneath. Having tried on other TNF coats,I knew they ran small, so I got a large and, while it wasn’t too small, it was very stiff. My arms had very little range of motion. In addition, the collar is even stiffer; and, even more annoying was how inefficient the collar is: it comes up way too high (to my nose) to be comfortable, and not zipping all the way up creates a starchy, tent-like bulkiness at the face. The faux fur around the hood does zip off, but then the hood is too short to fully cover one’s head. Why don’t more companies make hoodless coats or coats with removable hoods? Personally, I hate hoods. If it’s that cold out, I’ll wear a hat. On the plus side, it has many pockets, which are very secure. I was thrilled when this coat when on sale, and very disappointed to have to return it. Thankfully, Zappos has free returns. And, as always, their customer service is stellar!

The jacket is perfect. I bought one for my mom also. She is very like it.

The jacket is perfect.

I use it everyday and it's very comfortable and WARM so it keeps me warm when I'm out in this freezing cold weather. Only con about it is that even XS is little big on me so wish they had XXS for petite women.

Nice

At first I've purchased the WOMEN'S ARCTIC PARKA II(XS) I thought the look was too boring and there wasn't enough pockets for the price. This jacket came with 4 extra pockets and the fur/hood is so much better and bigger. I am 5'2 105lbs brought this in a XS and the jacket still has room for me to move around unlike the arctic parka in XS. Wore this on a 27 degree weather in NY and I was super warm. So glad I did the exchange.

I had ordered the def down parka originally and returned it for this one. I think it's more flattering and there are a lot of pockets

This is a beautiful, warm parka. I was on the fence between the outer boroughs and the arctic II and I chose the outer boroughs mainly for the extra pockets and the fleece cuff mittens. The adjustable button waist gives this parka a nice feminine look. I'm 5'3,116lbs, & size 34A. I chose size Small and I am able to cinch the waist to the second button. I have plenty of room to layer. The new taupe green is a beautiful neutral grey/green color.

I love it!! I'm ready for my winter months

It's so warm with good style good product

This jacket is great! I like my winter jackets oversized so I can layer comfortably. With that being said, I still feel that the jacket is flattering. It has tons of pockets which I love. It has a belt so you can cinch your waist to show off more of your shape and the hood is a great size and fits great when I wear my big curly hair out.