Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Scotch Plaid Flannel Relaxed Fit Hoodie

I loved this hoodie at first even though it was shorter than I expected it to be. The flannel was soft and warm. The hood was big enough to use. But then I washed it. It got a little shorter. The flannel pilled more than it should have. And it doesn't hang nicely any more. It sticks out in front even though the "relaxed fit" isn't all that relaxed. Partly it sticks because of the zipper. Mostly it sticks out because there are multiple layers of fabric at the bottom front edge - the pockets are there plus the hem is finished with hem tape. The back doesn't stick out because it isn't as stiff - it doesn't have all those layers of fabric at the hem. This would be less of a problem if the top was longer. But again, its actually shorter than you'd expect. Medium front - 23.5 inches. Back - 25.5 inches after the first wash. Its still comfy and warm though.

This item fits large. If you like it more fitted, I would buy a size down. In my opinion, it's a cute shirt with lightweight fabric. The reason for three stars is it's pricey for the quality of fabric.

Shirt was true to size when purchased. It was roomy enough for layering and cozy. Washed once on warm cycle and hung to dry. Shirt has shrunk and no longer covers my wrist. I am only 5'3. Will return and hope a larger size will still fit after washing.

quite disappointed to have worn this once and it already started pilling up on the front sides where my arms may have rubbed across.

I loved it, however, it shrunk after washing and drying (washing on delicate cold cycle and only drying on low heat). I returned it and I am going to try the long version to see if that works better.

Just okay. The pattern is nice. The fabric is not as soft or stretchy as I hoped. It's shorter than expected (and I'm only 5'3). Arrived missing the zipper pull, so I had to use a paper clip instead. Not worth the hefty price tag or the month-long wait.

Very soft and warm, super comfortable material. However, I am a true women's small and this is built like a tent. The shirt is not even just boxy, it is simply huge in the body. Definitely no concerns regarding layering here!

Love this flannel with the hoodie. Fits well and comfortable. Zip up front is great. As weather get colder can wear with a long under ware shirt. did not shrink after washing. Ordered one for my daughter for Christmas and am ordering another on for my self.

I tried this on in the store and liked it but didn't purchase. A few days later I decided to order it online. The hoodie that arrived was way too small (size M) even though the Medium that I tried in the store was roomy. Drove the 45 minutes back to the store to return. Did not purchase the M instore as I was too annoyed!

This has a very relaxed fit. I usually wear a medium, but ordered a small based off of the sizing chart. I'm glad I did! But even in the small the torso is still very baggy. Sleeves are a little short, but not too short. Next time I'll try ordering a xs tall and see how that fits.

I bought this at the flagship store while on vacation in Maine and wore it on one of the cooler evenings. It fit perfectly and was so soft. Once i got hone and washed it i was so disappointed to find the it shrunk. Now the sleeves are too short. I guess i'm glad I got one good wear out of it.

Love the material and print but the fit is a bit off. I may have to get this tailored.

Only because the bottom does not line after you zip it ,there's a 1/4 inch difference at the bottom

Bought last year also and liked the little heavier weight of the flannel then much better. Who wants light weight flannel in Winter? The color is fab though and it's well made so ...

i guess most ppl have found one that fits ok. i like loose fit for layering room, and a bit longer sleeve for folding back cuff. and a longer overall length. think i may want a Tall in a med. or just wait for another style. i've exchanged a Lg petite for an XL petite. i need more info before i exchange the XL pet for something else. may i have measurements for actual garment (not what it fits "up to" body measurements). i'd like measurements of garment back length from base of neck to hem of the shirt tail, and for sleeve length of actual garment, including the cuff. for a Regular, Plus, Petite, and Tall - Med, Lg, and XL thank you.

I really wanted to like this hoodie, so when a medium was too big, I exchanged it for a small. Unfortunately even the small fits like a tent. It's OK in the shoulders and sleeves but balloons out at the bottom. I don't know how LL Bean thinks women are built, but this isn't it. They also need to improve their customer service. When I returned the first order, I never got an email letting me know that it had been received, nor did I get an email when they shipped the exchange. I eventually figured out that I had to log onto my LL Bean account to track my order. Every other clothing company I have ordered from is much more customer friendly. The entire experience wasn't worth the trouble.

There's absolutely no shape to this at all. It's extremely boxy & not flattering. It does run true to size & looks just like the picture. I just didn't like it on my hour glass shape. I prefer a more fitted look.

I purchased this a few years ago and loved it. When I recently went to purchase a new one, I noticed the plus sizes are now a full fifteen dollars more expensive than the "regular" sizes. It's good quality, used to fit me great, and I wore it all the time. But the higher price was enough to dissuade me from purchasing this time around. Other comparable companies are able to make plus size clothing at reasonable prices, why not LL Bean? Will maybe wait for a sale.

I washed and dried this shirt, (along with several similar Bean shirts and pants) following the lowest settings and this one with the zipper shrank along the zipper seams and I don't want to wear it because it looks like a wrinkled mess down the front. I'm going to have to return it.

The fit is big and boxy, maybe it's intended to have layers worn under it, but I would be more inclined to throw a Jean jacket over it. Because of the extra size it looks silly under a jacket. It is perhaps my fault as the listing does describe it as a flannel SHIRT but I was expecting something a little bit warmer...It is truly the thickness if a shirt and does not add much warmth. I'm keeping it but for the price I'm not thrilled.

This garment would be great if it had a double zipper. I like to unzip from bottom when sitting. After 3rd wash the leather zipper pull stained the fabric. Being I got the black and white it is very noticeable and right at the neck. I will be returning.

I wrote a glowing review of this hoodie and decided to purchase another one this year. While L.L.Bean has always been known for consistency, I think that era is over. My new shirt, while a nice flannel shirt, is completely inconsistent with the construction, the weight and versatility of the one I purchased last year. I'd like to think L.L.Bean was responding to some comments about it fitting larger and looser than expected, but I suspect it was the lure of saving about 6 in. of material all around. The length is about an inch shorter and there certainly isn't room for a nice warm sweater under this version of the tartan plaid hoodie. Nice savings for LLBean since the retail price remained the same. Very disappointed.

I love the concept of this shirt but it is lacking in execution. It has a baggy cut so that when it is zipped the front hem hangs out away from the body making an awkward silhouette. A smaller size won't help as it fits fine in the shoulders.

The hoodie is a nice weight. Definitely more of a sweatshirt than a flannel shirt. Unfortunately, the arm length was too short so I had to return the hoodie. I really wanted it to work but the sleeve ended above my wrist bone and did not feel natural.

have some shirt/jackets like this and love them but this just didn't look or fit right- Love the colors offered but...