Customer Reviews The North Face Arctic Parka II

I liked how the coat looks and all the reviews are great. When I received the coat, I was disappointed that I didn't look at the description better. You cannot adjust the waist for a more fitted look, so if you buy a larger size your figure will get lost. I wanted a coat with built in pull-over mittens and it does not have those. Just a longer sleeve underneath shell. Would be nice if it at least had thumb holes, but it doesn't. I will return and get a smaller coat that has the pullover mittens.

Recently purchased the "WOMEN'S ARCTIC PARKA II" and it fits just right and keeps warm. I like the length as it's nit too short or too long. Planning to use it in Sweden.

I'm from a warm city in Spain, so when I moved to Boston (USA) I needed to buy a good coat for the winter, which is way colder that I the ones I am used to. I was very doubtful at first, as it feels "thin" (not bulky) and I didn't know if it would be enough. I've tried this coat in cold weather (real feel -17 Celsius) and it is warm (of course, on those really cold days I also layered with a thermal long sleeve t-shirt and a sweater, instead of a normal t-shirt and a sweater). It is also very good with the wind! I didn't feel the wind in those really cold windy days where I was covered with the coat. It has also kept me dry in the rain/snow. I also like that the look is not too bulky. Here are the downsides: as people have said before, it looses some feathers. So far I don't find it very inconvenient, but I'll keep an eye on this. Also, the zipper is very stiff in the chin, so it is uncomfortable to zip it completely. In my case, I try to wear a scarf, and I don;t usually zip it completely, which is more comfortable. I've read some comments about the zipper not working very well. In my case it works perfect and it is easy to unzip. I think the Deftdown parka has better quality in some of those details (a friend of mine has this one, and I would really like to have those magnet buttons), but it is considerably more expensive. In my case, the price difference was not worth it. I'm happy with the coat, but as I said it is not perfect. But it works for me in the Boston winters, and it looks nice! (I had the black one).

This jacket is great for cold weather. I had a hard time deciding which color to get - but ultimately decided on black because it goes with EVERYTHING. I've been looking for the "perfect" parka and I think this is it! Excited to wear it on the coldest of days.

I love the silhouette, it's a very warm coat without feeling overstuffed or enormous. It's cozy and comfortable, the internal sleeves are a nice touch to keeping wrists warm. Deep pockets on the outside and I like having an additional pocket tucked away on the inside. It fits fairly well, if a little snug. I'm only surprised because North Face's "fit finder" suggested an XL. I chose a 2XL based on my measurements and I do feel slightly restricted across the chest. I think a 3XL would end up being too long in the sleeves, body, and hips so I'm sticking with this size. I wouldn't have been able to zip up an XL so I would say the coat runs small if you're busty. I'm 5' 2", 40DDD, 46" at bust, 40" waist, for reference.

I fell in love with this Parka when I first tried it on in the store. I was really excited when it was on sale. My only issue is that I was stuck with choosing a small or a medium because I am 5'4" & weigh about 150. The small fits perfect, but it was a little snug around the chest. I couldn't really wear a thick sweater underneath it, so I ended up choosing a medium instead. I'm from Boston, & I was so excited when I received this. I couldn't help telling my friends that "I really love this parkahhh" in our Bostonian accent.

Runs small - I took the "fit quiz" on the website and it gave me 60/40 between a L and XL. I got the L because I didn't want the jacket to swallow me and was disappointed when it arrived. I had to return it immediately because it was so tight across the shoulders and in the arms, very restrictive. Definitely runs small, would recommend going AT LEAST one size up or even two if you want to be able to wear sweaters, sweatshirts or anything a little more bulky than a t shirt under this comfortably. Its an amazing coat but just cut very small. I loved the windproof and waterproof of this coat though- very warm and well made.

I am 5'3" and wear size 10-12. I ordered this coat in taupe, xl and it fit very snug. I could not fasten it at all in the bust. I returned it to a TNF store for a xxl size. It fits much much although still a little xnug in the bust. Overall the fit is comfortable. I wore in Sub-Zero weather and stayed warm. I had to remove the faux fur from the hood because it covered my eyes. Good investment. The returned taupe color was a great color but the grey id nice too.

Dreaded coming to NY in January but it snowed in first day and I was just fine and happy

I'm always cold so this is going to be used for more than freezing temps, the design is stylish and can work for day and nighttime looks. The feel of the material is soft and reminiscent of a lot of designer jackets on the market for a third of the price.

The fit was fine. The hood snaps SUCK. I put on the hood had to tighten the hood a bit, take off the coat. Going back out and put on the coat pull up the hood and the snaps came undone. NOW they won't stay together! I am going to redo with something better.

I wanted to love this coat for the cold Chicago winter. Unfortunately. It runs small especially in the shoulders and chest. I had to return it.

It Runs small and had to return the coat before I was able to use it. I am 5foot 4 inch. and am 190 lb.

I like the jacket because it's stylish, fits nice and has a shape. I bought small and it fits right. At 5ft tall , the sleeve is a little bit long, length is perfect, below knees, fit of jacket is good. The only thing is I can feel cold air, I wore in 11 degrees weather. I thought it would be warmer. I will still have to wear an extra layer of sweater to be warm how I thought the jacket should be. Overall it's a nice jacket. I bought the grey, happy with my choice. I tried the blue but the material looks like it can get dust and will look older than it is.

I like this jacket but i have been used to light weight puffers so this feels a little heavier. But its good for extreme cold.

This is a great coat..I had the older version of this coat(it had 2 zipper pockets on chest area)..it lasted a long time, so decided to get this coat...the only thing that's annoying is the hood. The 2 button snaps that suppose to keep the hood together is always snapping off with the slightest movement....had they extended the zipper (like the older version coat)on the hood instead of that short zipper...it wouldn't be that bad when the snaps pop off

Expensive

True to size

I am in love with my purchase. It is so comfortable and stkish also keeps me super warm !!!! Its a win win

I just got this as a present, I wanted this coat for awhile but if you have pets I would not recommend this. Pet hair clings to the material and does not want to come off easily. I love the coat so much but I can't deal with having to lint roll this every time I want to wear it.

I bought the Arctic Parka in new taupe. I usually wear a medium, but I was swimming in the medium I ordered. I returned it for a small and that fits much better, although I wish there was an in between size. Overall cute coat that will last a long time!

Really wanted to keep this coat since it is incredibly well made and looks more sophisticated than other winter jackets but unfortunately, I was in between sizes. I'm 5'6" 128lbs and the medium was way too large, especially the length of the arms. The small fit better but it was too snug in the shoulders and generally it wasn't comfortable wearing heavier layers.

Love the coat but is a little snug, one size up would of been too big, would not be able to wear a layer under it. Top breast section is very snug. Can zipper it, and move and sit a little bit. More of a slim fit than suggested.

Love this jacket definitely is comfy and keeps me warm.

I use this coat for work. I work in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn and it is very windy in that area and this coat is perfect for the location.