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

This coat is very comfortable and warm. I ordered the Dark Plum, which is a really pretty color. My measurements: 5'7", chest 34, 130-135 lbs. I initially ordered the Medium, however, it was way too big, even with layering. I exchanged for the Small, which fits perfectly with a layer. An additional interior pocket would be nice in the coat. In the past, I've had issues with Bean coats and the zippers. Fortunately, the zipper on this Ultralight Down works well. Bean needs to definitely work on an improved return process. There was utter confusion with how I was billed and credited with the exchange process. Also, it would be nice to see the prices of items on the packaging slips once again.

When this coat first arrived I thought it would not be warm because it is so light. It has gotten colder and I'm quite comfy! The style and fit, M-Petite, are spot on. I bought it in black can be used in the city or around town.

I am very pleased with this coat. I can't believe how warm it is while being so lightweight as well. It is very comfortable and allows me to easily move around in it, unlike some bulkier coats I've owned that have restricted my movement to some extent. I've already machine washed and dried it twice and it has held up perfectly. I only wish there were an interior cord to cinch the waist a bit more. Other than that, it's perfect!

The coat is very warm and lightweight. I had ordered two other name brand coats of this quality,but She-who-must-Be-obeyed liked this one the best.

Super warm and very lightweight. As I do with most things at bean, I had to size down (normally a S but needed an XS).

My original order was for a very similar coat that had no hood. I soon found that in cold wet weather I needed the hood and have replaced the original coat with this one. This coat is perfect in every way. I wear a 12-14 petite and it fits like it was made for me, with room for layering if needed. It's light and warm and protects from all kinds of weather. The mariner blue is beautiful. I can see this coat being a mainstay of my winter outdoor wardrobe for many years.

I looked at too many longer coats for some time since I'm always cold. I chose this one based on the style, 850 down fill, and water resistant material. Living in the Chicagoland area requires warm winter gear, especially when walking the dog, going to outdoor sports, or spending any length of time outside. I was skeptical since I first wore the coat on a 50 degree windy day and didn't feel it was particularly warm. I also noticed I wasn't overheating in the car with it zipped up. I'm glad I wasn't hasty and remembered down can keep you cool or warm. I waited to write this review until I could test the coat in the midwest elements and had the perfect opportunity this past weekend when I stood outside for 1.5 hours at a soccer game in the pouring rain, with ridiculous winds and 35 degree temps. The coat held up beautifully. I only had an umbrella for half the time and stayed dry. The hood is designed very well- it stayed held snug around my head and zipped up easily on my neck unlike others. I stayed warm! I forgot boots and my feet were drenched, but the rest of me was toasty. I also had a regular long sleeve shirt on underneath and didn't feel the howling wind through the coat. In addition, this coat traveled well; it's so compact and easily scrunched into a bag filled with all sorts of outerwear in my trunk. Negatives: I went with an extra small which is a bit tight around my small chest but quite baggy in the waist. The arm cuffs tend to ride up and allow wind to hit the skin between your gloves and coat arms. I would have preferred a longer layered fleece cuff underneath or even better, a thumbhole fleece cuff. Overall, still a great coat and I appreciate the simple, sleek design.

With the colder temperatures of 30's and 40's and gusty winds we now have in upstate NY this Nov., I've been happily wearing my Ultralight 850 down coat in warmth and comfort. The large size is great with room for another warm layer of a sweater or fleece beneath this coat. I take size 10/12 and have large shoulders and long arms and the fit is good. I love having the warm hood, which stays up well and keeps my head warm even without a hat underneath. Without the middle layer, the coat is not warm enough for me in temperatures below 45 to 50. Living where I do, I also have a coat for below zero temperatures, so the Ultralight 850 is a great addition to my winter coat wardrobe. It will also be excellent for my travels to foreign countries with cold temperatures since it packs down really well.

Other reviews weren't so good but for me this coat works well. It's not overly warm but I wanted a light down and I stay warm for the many times I use it for running all over. It is fitted on me for a medium but I also like that about it. I normally would have ordered a large but thought I'd try a medium and it works out well as I don't wear anything bulky underneath. If you are looking for a well made and nice looking coat with moderate warmth I recommend this. I love the longer length for keeping your legs warmer also.

My husband bought me this coat as an early Christmas present. I've been wanting a longer coat to keep me warmer in the winter. The added hood was perfect! The fit is excellent - I bought a medium and that is my usual size. This coat is lightweight and seems pretty warm. I'm not a cold weather lover so this should be perfect for me. I can't wait to start wearing it!

I love this coat- have it without the hood, ordered one with the hood as soon as it was available. Size fits as well as my older one- I wear a 6-8, bought a small in this down coat and it's a perfect fit. If winter ever comes I will be ready.

I bought this coat last year I love the coat fit and warmth, but there is no hood does not really adjust and stay adjusted there is nothing to hold it in place. I am a hood person but want it snug this is not that way.

What a great three-quarter coat. So light to the touch and yet really warm which has been especially needed this very cold winter. The only reason I gave 4 rather than 5 stars is because it doesn't have a detachable hood. I am a very tall woman who appreciates the generous arm length, but the hood is too short in height. I would welcome your outerwear in tall sizes.

Foreign made. If I had known LL Bean products are no longer all made in the great USA I would have looked at the tag to ensure this was. I didnt though and I dont like that I now need to so I prob wont be shopping there anymore.

I usually wear a large but a friend told me they run big so I got a medium and fit perfect. I would've given it a 5 but there was a lot of feathers in the inside that clung to my clothes. So sprayed it with hair spray which did the trick.

This is my second time around on this coat. The zipper broke on my first one and the repair made it too small. I purchased a second one but with the hood as there was no other option. Liked it well enough for a repeat buy!

Love my new coat very warm but feels so lightweight!! My only problem has been with the zipper. Sometimes the zipper is difficult to pull up & to pull all the way down to take cost off.

Very warm, very light. I used it to travel to Europe in late December, and it was the perfect travel partner. Once it was packed into its pouch, it fit easily into my carryon to be used when it was needed (during half of the trip). The only issue I have is that sometimes I have difficulty getting the zipper end fully inserted into the pull side in order to zip the coat up. It can take several tries to line things up correctly. But once it lines up, zipping is easy. I also like the inner pocket, which is long and fits gloves, city maps, or long wallets easily and fully.

I like the coat. Initially I had trouble with the zipper but it is fine now. There are strings at some of the seams....which speaks to me of a rushed product.

I love everything about this coat, except that it sheds a little bit. I find little "feathers" on my pants

I love the coat for spending time out in the cold. It is lightweight, puffy and warm. Although a few things could improve the overall functionality of it. The pockets have an inner zip up pocket inside them. But the outer pockets are not deep enough to hold gloves without them accidentally falling out. I love the strong zipper that works every time. I wish the coat was 3 inches longer to cover more of my thighs. There is a secret inside pocket for a cell phone, keys, or dog treats. Great idea.

It's Christmas gift that my daughter wanted as a gift

Very lightweight. Fabric is so thin it snagged easily.

This is my 5th Ultralight 850 3/4 length coat. It's not bulky, it's the perfect weight and can be worn Spring, Fall and Winter. It's very pricey and wish it came with a better guarantee. My last one caught on a store shelf and the shelf tore a small slit in the arm, which became unsightly. I do find the coat rips easily and it's difficult to repair a rip in this coat, and it's not cheap to replace.

I liked the coat a lot. It had a good fit (I ordered a petite medium) and was not overly bulky lived tbe color. The only things I was not crazy about were the A-line shape of the coat below the waist and the hood. Too bad the hood couldn't have been tucked into a small zippered pocket behind the neck. Other than that it was great.