Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Sweater Fleece Full Zip Jacket

I found this jacket very fitted. I am 74 and need a fuller jacket. Even the sleeves are cut very narrow, although they were plenty long enough. The quality of the jacket seemed excellent. I had to return it however, because of the fit.

I got this to replace an old fleece jacket my father-in-law had gifted me from the company he used to work at. That old jacket was warmer than my winter coat, it was amazing! I was hoping for the same from this one. It is okay. I really like the color, and the sweatery look and feel of the outside. The collar is a bit stiff and pokes me in the face though. I'm hoping it will learn to lie flat. It's not as warm as I expected so I'm a bit disappointed by it.

Attractive sweater weight jacket. Raisin color and contrast piping in pinkish shade. Not very warm for temp below 45 degrees. Collar too high and a bit scratchy

I bought this sweater fleece in a gorgeous purple color (Bright Sapphire) 2 years ago and have loved wearing it three seasons out of the year. It's warm, it's comfortable, and it fits my short-waisted frame perfectly. To my frustration, though, one of the pocket zippers recently stopped working, and the Bright Sapphire color was discontinued. Hoping to replace it, I ordered the Arctic Blue, which is a beautiful shade, but to my surprise it has bright white pocket lining that's visible anytime the pockets are unzipped and doubly visible anytime someone sees the inside of the jacket. This odd design choice makes the jacket look cheaper than its fleecy peers and more likely to show dirt, so I sent the Arctic Blue back and ordered the Teal Blue. The Teal Blue is really more deep green than teal, but that's okay with me. What's surprising here is that it has navy trim rather than a trim in a darker shade of the same color, as is standard on other sweater fleece. I'm keeping it because it's still fairly attractive, and it has gray pocket lining instead of white, but I think it would be much prettier with a complementary seam color (darker teal) as is the case with the other sweater fleece jackets. If the Arctic Blue had had gray pocket lining (instead of white) I would have kept it instead. Ultimately I'm just sorry that keeping either fleece involved an unexpected compromise in design. But at least I won't be cold this season. On a happier note: I had to call the Freeport store to get the teal fleece in my size and was bowled over by the superb and efficient custom service I received after the team somehow goofed and pulled the wrong color for me the first time. LLBean continues to wow me with their generous treatment of customers, and that will keep me coming back even when I have fleece design frustrations! :)

I have two pullovers that are several years old and was looking forward to having the jacket style. I was disappointed with the color as the raisin brown had more purple undertones than it looked like online. More importantly, though, the quality just isn't the same. It was very stiff, scratchy, and not nearly as soft as the older model.

Heavy duty fleece jacket, petite. Too short. Cuffs too loose. Love the color and the weight of the jacket.

I'm 5'5" tall and the sleeves were about 1.5" longer than I would like. The zipper also cuts into my throat a little so I wear the zipper down a bit. Probably designed for someone about 5'8" tall. Nice weight and color and shape. Love the inside pockets.

I liked this but it was a bit to small in the arms I returned it

I love the color of this jacket, the "sweater" outer material is attractive, and the fit is comfortable. However I don't care for the white nylon like pocket linings. But I'm disappointed in the quality of the stitching on the seams. My jacket arrived O/A 14 October, and after I wore it a few hours on a plane the left side seam has come apart. I will be returning it as soon as I return to the USA from my trip overseas and hope the replacement jacket is still available in the arctic blue color.

Liked the jacket - seems warm, sturdy & nicely designed. But the multi-color LLBean logo on the right breast pocket killed it for me - if I'm going to advertise your brand, I want to be paid! Seriously, it's just too much with the multicolor and prominent placement. I kept another item that had the logo discretely placed on the side arm in a simple brown leather patch. Tone it down guys.

I love these jackets and have at least 3 of them. I bought the blue one and it is beautiful but they lined the pockets with white fabric and it is very visible when the pockets are unzipped. I'm a sewer and that was a big mistake. The pockets should be lined with a dark blue or at least a color that matches the jacket. I'm keeping it but cringe whenever I have the pockets unzipped.

I love the look, color and fit of this sweater jacket but I have sensitive skin and it's itchy around the collar. Tried washing it, but still itchy. I'll have to wear it with a high collared shirt

Awesome fabric and stylebut it runs big. I ended up returning it. Not sure the XS would have fit

The fit is tight, more like a sweater. I would not consider it a jacket. You can not wear more than a tee under it.

I ordered the XL in Arctic Blue. It is a good fit and beautiful color. However, the pockets are white which isn't a problem if they are zippered close. However, once opened when your hands are not n the pockets the white lining is very noticeable. It looks like white tissues are falling out. This takes away from what otherwise would be a very attractive jacket.

I liked the jacket at first and if fit snugly but not too tight. I did not like the material though. I agree with some of the other customers who said that it was too "stiff". I felt the same way. Thought it might be softer.

The binding around the neckband/collar is stiff and uncomfortable. I am sorry to return this jacket, which is otherwise warm and beautiful.

I used to order fleece jackets from LL Bean almost every year. This one really is designed to look like a sweater, sort-of. I just didn't like the look or feel of the material. Also, it was quite heavy. I ordered the Mint, the light green color, because it looked so great on the model. But it didn't look so great on me. I want the old one.

I have two of these jackets and love them. My husband has one. I wanted to add an additional color this year but will not because of the ugly logo. Makes item look cheap.

I own 2 sweater fleece jackets that I purchased several years ago. They have been my default "go into town" jackets, not too casual, but warm and comfortable. I would like to buy more because mine are beginning to pill after a very respectable life of use. I was hoping you had removed the Logo. I think it gives the jacket a recreational feel - too casual. Looks like I'll have to make mine last at least another year. Just thought I'd let you know.

I count on online shopping to dress my tall body. Please offer more colors (like sailcloth) in this darling jacket in TALL sizes. Right now there are only three colors offered in a tall.

Really wanted to love this. Color, fabric, length, sleeves, zippers, etc were great. Fit, well not so much. I'm 5'2" 135 solid build with ample bust. I ordered a L and found it not big enough for the 36 DDD's and way too big in the waist and hip. Had to return it, alas.

I love the color, however the old sizing of the sweater fleece is much better. It was not fitted, the sleeve length is better and it received many compliments. As for the sleeve length my sister-in-law paid to have her sleeves shortened. I am not getting mine shortened but making do. I love all the colors LL bean has for the sweater fleeces.

I really like this with the exception of the neck. It doesn't fold comfortably. There needs to be a thinner material around the fold neck portion in order for it to fold nicely around the neck. It stands up too much.

This would be a great sweater EXCEPT for the way it fits at the neck. When I zip it part way up, I don't get a nice collar to fold down. The fabric stands up and pokes me in the chin.