Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Petite Ultralight 850 Down Hooded Coat

I bought this coat not expecting to need it right away. However, I was disappointed to find that the expected delivery date was one day after a forecast very cold spell. To my surprise and delight the coat arrived one day BEFORE the cold spell. I tried it on right away as it seemed too light and thin to be warm. I was very happy to find that the coat was indeed very warm and not as bulky as previous coats that I have had. I have worn it more times than I would like because the temperatures have been very cold. I have been warm every time I have worn it and decided that this was an excellent purchase

I have gotten so many compliments since purchasing this coat, and no one can believe it's LL Bean! Very flattering and easily packable in a carry on suitcase. I am usually a large in outerwear and the large was perfect, with room for heavier layers underneath like my winter sweaters. I purchased this coat to combat Michigan's frigid winter this year. Overall I'm pleased with the warmth, but I do not feel EXTRA cozy (however, this is mostly just walking to and from my car). I would still highly recommend it as it does the job and is really quite flattering.

I was very surprised how light weight, Very warm, and stylish this coat is!!! I am sorry I didn't purchase it before the winter had started.

This coat is wonderful, warm, looks great. friends like it so much they have bought a couple.

I purchased this coat in December to have something a little dressier than my down jacket. It has been wonderful to wear for travel as well as around town. It is very light weight, and I can put a few things in the big interior pocket and skip carrying a purse. I have had no problem with the hood, and the coat fits beautifully.

This coat is extremely light weight but warm in weather in the 20's but down to zero layering is a must for me. I bought a size medium and I have lots of room for addition layers underneath. I'm 5'2" and it falls just above my knees. I love the 2-way zipper. It seems to be very well made. I may buy the longer style for dog walking in very cold weather! I bought petite and the sleeves are perfect. Nice fit all around.

I absolutely love this coat. It is warm, a great fit, the length is just right and so soft. I like the "tailored" fit and it is attractive for casual or dressy outings.

I really don't like the cold, so I wanted something that would keep me warm, look stylish, and of course, be thin so I would not be uncomfortable while driving. It was like this was made for me! =) I absolutely love this jacket. I was a little hesitant to get the petite at first, seeing as my legs are petite not my arms, but the fit was perfect. I love the double zipper and the blue color is so pretty. I did not have any issues with wind coming up from the bottom of the coat. The hand pockets are so warm and soft. On super windy days, the hood does fly off. I wish that I could secure the hood so it would stay put.

Excellent coat - very lightweight and comfortable - Great zipper and hood and pockets! This was one of our coldest winters ever in Georgia, and this coat was great, even in 18 degrees. My favorite winter coat ever!

Love this coat! Feels great and warm and looks good. Only thing I didn't think of is how many other people have black coats too -- so it is hard to find when I hang it up. Also has weird antenna like things for the hood...but otherwise love it. Love, love the warm, lined pockets!

I have been looking for a replacement for my 6 year old Northface down coat and I finally found it. This coat is comfortable - just long enough and warm (I have not tested it in extreme cold yet). Sleeve length is perfect and the two way zipper is great.

Bought this coat for travel to Europe because it is so light weight. It is very well made, the zipper is very easy to use and it seems to be very warm. I have not used it yet but next time we get temperatures below 40's I will try it. Got a small petite and it fits very well with long sleeve shirt, and fleece vest. I am 5'2, 128 and 36D. The only thing I would have like would be a small zippered inside pocket. But overall it is a really nice coat, the blue is a beautiful color the fit is good and I can not wait to wear it

I absolutely love this coat! So lightweight. Works great in the real cold with a sweater (around 0 with some wind) as well as when it's not too cold (around 45). Best coat ever! Also doesn't lose feathers much. And liquid just runs off (spilled an entire coffee on it directly and just ran right off with no stain). Bought the long one and want to get mid length. Yay LL Bean!

I bought the Ultralight 850 Down Hooded Coat and it is the best purchase I made in years. The weather here has gotten below zero and this coat still is warm

I have this coat and an 850 down jacket and I love them both. They are very light weight but amazingly warm with plenty of pockets. They block the wind well too.

I have owned three LL down coats/jackets and this is the BEST! The Ultrawarm is a wonderful jacket, but it is quite bulky with a big 'fur' trimmed hood. It's great for walking on cold, windy days but is a lot of coat otherwise. Another one I bought 4 years ago has no neck protection, but otherwise very warm. This Ultralight 850 serves many functions: warmth, flattering shape, compactability, adjustable hood/collar, two way zipper, elasticized wrists, zippered pockets! Sizing seems true...my usual PM is fine, even with a layer or two. I don't need many coats...just one versatile one like this one!

Whether watching a soccer tournament on a wet chilly day, or walking Dottie the Lab in the single digit temperatures we've been having in Virginia, this coat has kept me warm and dry. In the cold windy weather, I have added several layers underneath which expanded the comfort range. It's so light and squooshes down into a small ball to fit in a small locker at the gym. I'm 5'3 and wear a size 14. The petite large is the perfect size for me with room for previous mentioned layering.

I love this coat! I hadn't planned on buying a coat when I headed to the LLBean store a while back, but when I saw this on the rack it said, "Pick me! Pick me!" I'm so glad I did! It's light but warm and an absolute godsend with the single digit temps we're having right now. The hood is perfect, not too small, but not too large either. Many jackets with a built in hood poke me under the chin because they do not lie flat when they're not totally zipped up. This one is comfortable, and the lining at the chin is soft when fully zipped. I'm 5'3", 160#, and the Petite Large is a good fit. The blue is a beautiful, subtle color. I can't imagine being without this coat!

This coat has been all I expected it to be. I first purchased it without the hood and soon realized that was a mistake, so I returned it and got this version. It has been extremely cold and windy in the east for a couple of weeks, but I have never been cold with this coat and layers under it. In normal Mid-Atlantic winters, the most I would need is a sweater under this coat, but I've added long John's and my LLB down vest so dog walks are still a joy. I'm 5'3" and wear a size 14, so the large petite is a perfect fit.

This is a wonderful long down coat! It comes down to my mid calf so covers well and is very warm. It has a great zipper that zips both directions so you can zip it open some from the bottom to give you more leg room if you need it. It is VERY light weight but extremely warm. I was comfortable in -17 degree weather. Great coat!

So glad you asked me to review this coat. I live in Chicago, which means I wear a coat 8 months out of the year. I actually have separate coats for business, and for leisure. This year, I needed to upgrade my "work" coat. It had to be warm enough so I could walk from the train station to my office, to other events in the business district. Did I say that I like to walk outside in the freezing cold? It has to be warm AND chic. 850 Fill seemed like it would be warmer than the 550's I've been wearing the last few years, so I gave this a try. I am so glad I bought this coat! The color is an upscale gray/taupe color, which stands out from the sea of black, yet sophisticated. It is nipped in slightly at the waist, which not only prevents updrafts, but also looks more feminine. The hood is filled with the same special down and can be adjusted to fit more closely to the head. I am 5' tall, 118 pounds, 34-28-36 with an athletic build. I ordered the XS petite, which turned out perfect. I can wear this over 3 lightweight and close fitting layers, as well as a thick college sweatshirt, while still being able to move around comfortably. I can wear a thin wool beanie or balaclava under the hood. The coat is insulated, but it is not puffy. Worn, it has a relatively slim profile, which was important for me. The last week has been brutally cold, with wind chills at or below zero. Layered in this way, this coat kept me comfortably warm enough to walk several blocks outside. My arms, body and head stayed warm. Highly recommend this coat!

Love, love, love this long jacket! I have worn it just about every day since it arrived! I am about 5'2", 145 pounds and the medium petite fit perfectly and there is room for a sweater. I ordered the blue and am very happy with the color. I highly recommend this jacket for it's light weight warmth and comfort!

This coat is extremely warm, light and I like having the hood. I like it so much I also purchased the shorter version of this coat for warmer winter days.

It was as late as it was warm, or perhaps the other way round, but it certainly served well this wicked winter.

I really liked that this coat was so warm while being deceptively lightweight. It worked great being stuffed here and there on the airplane that had no spare room. I especially appreciate the sturdy 2 way zipper that does not snag going up or down. I am very pleased that I bought this coat.