Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Mountain Classic Anorak

This jacket is exactly as described. Light weight and roomy. I plan to wear it when the temperatures are in the high 50's to mid 60's with a tee shirt underneath. I'm 5'3 and weigh 115.

I'm 5'11" with broad shoulders and big boobs. This fits well, the arms are almost long enough which in womens clothing is very hard to find for me. It's super lightweight which is what I expected it to be. Overall I like it enough to keep it for spring.

Great quality, but runs big. I ordered my usual size medium and had to return for a small. The medium looked too frumpy.

I first purchased this windbreaker in 1988. I loved the 1/2 zip, the kangaroo pocket and it fit great, and it's still in good shape. I ordered another, in fear that they might cease to be available. This new one is hard to get on and off because it's so tight across the back. The original had dolman sleeves, the new one has inset sleeves. I don't know about anyone else, but I prefer the old style. I can't wear more than a t-shirt under the new one because of the fit. I considered sending it back for an XL, but thought I'd be swimming in it.

If you're not going to be out for very long it's great but it starts to soak through after about an hour.

This is my go-to for short hikes in the fall and spring when you don't need a heavy coat. The huge pocket can carry so much!

The product seems beautiful to me, it is according to what is shown in the photos It is comfortable and practical

I should have ordered the men's which is longer, but I do like the light green women's color. I already have another men's which has become my barn coat, and is waterproof and wind proof and has lots of pockets. This one will be kept for town.

I originally ordered this online in a size medium. I am someone that likes all my clothes to be somewhat oversized just in case I wear things underneath or to make sure I won't grow out of them. When it came in, it wasn't as oversized as I wanted so I went in the store to exchange it for a large. When I was at the store I found the same jacket only it was a "quilted" one on the inside. I'd recommend getting that one it's only 20 more bucks and it's way warmer and just thicker material. This jacket here is really thin and more of a windbreaker but still cute. I ended up getting a size large and it fits me nicely and comfy.

I still wear my LLBean anorak I bought in 1994 but it has become quite worn and I've had my eye out for a replacement for the past few years. I was taken by the blue color of this new anorak and by the weight which is ideal for spring/fall. It looks great on but it is slightly narrower than the older design and a little harder to take on and off over my head.

This jacket seems great style and quality-wise, but it was pretty big around the waist and hips. I'm almost always an XS in tops/coats. However, I'm finding I have to size down for L.L.Bean. Anyway, I guess I'm thankful the option for XXS exists on the website.

.. but its too small. I should've gotten an XL!

I like to wear a light jacket on summer evenings. Even when it's not cold out I like jackets. This is exactly what I was looking for, and the fit is spot on. I am a The only downside is that I would have preferred the full zip version, however the full zip did not come in an XXL.

Tight in the shoulders. Need to order a size up

I've been waiting for this to come in plus sizes as I've loved Bean anoraks since the 80s/90s. I ordered a size up from my normal (non-LL bean) sizing because I wanted to be able to layer this- and am I glad I did! As with most Bean coats the arms/shoulders are a bit snug. I would have liked some extra length as well. Would also love if they would make this in all the great colors available in straight sizes. This is a great option for drizzly or windy days when you need a lightweight outer shell.

I like this jacket a lot, but found it slightly more fitted than I was expecting. I'm going to keep is regardless, but I wish it were a bit roomier.

But I bought this one because I couldn't find a jacket that had everything I wanted and the anorak did. It's waterproof, has huge pockets that are easy to access and is long enough for good coverage in the rain. It's also fairly lightweight so you can leave it on in a store or restaurant. I still hate taking something off over my head and messing up my hair, etc, but this anorak has a really long zipper, which helps. So I do recommend it since even I the anorak hater, like it.

Attractive olive green color midweight , boxy fit

Bought in 2017 & reviewed after returning for size issues (too fitted for me at the botton); 2018 bought 2, one in olive & one in navy blue. Wore one on a trip to Alaska where it wasn't too cold but was rainy. Kept me dry & was somewhat wind-proof tool. I liked the large front zippered pocket & hand warmer type pocket. I did get this in a petite XL which was big but I was planning on wearing over a fleece-type jacket (last year PL was too tight in hip area - hate those princess seams!). The hood, as always was too large but OK. I wasn't planning on walking any runways, just staying warm & dry, so I wasn't concerned on the anorak being a bit large. Now looking for an insulated one but not liking the colors! Why so many for men but not women???

Love the look of this jacket, and it's so soft and comfortable. But the fact that it's not a full-zip makes it really hard to get on and off with any dignity. This is my first time purchasing a pullover jacket and may be my last.

I'm tall (5'9") and most of my height is in my upper body. The bottom of the jacket hit right at the top of my pants. I'm a teacher and I raise my arms to write on the board. I had to send it back because I would be showing my stomach.

I bought the jacket to slip on over a layered piece to keep me dry while touring the Pacific NW. The piece is lightweight, keeps you dry in misty to light rainy weather. It is very water resistant. I found it harder to slip on and off because of the very square shape of it. The hips have zero flair and, if you are at all curvy, it makes it tighter at the hips. It fits very similar to a menswear item.

In the case of recent reviews about sizing down, I wished I'd not read them, as I ordered a Pet XS which was a mistake. The body of the anorak tapers to a snug fit just below the hips, in which case sizing down is not recommended. The arm length is long and pulling it up over the hips to remove is a real challenge. Thinking this anorak may not be a keeper. Unfortunately for me, being a petite sz small @ 5"1", LLBean petite clothing is a hit or miss.

I am 5'1 and 140 lbs, I ordered the ladies petite large and it was pretty big on me in the torso but the arm length was perfect. I could have gotten away with the medium but it has draw strings on the bottom to tighten it up and more room for layers underneath! The material is good quality but its more of a water resistant, then a waterproof so not the type of jacket to wear when its pouring rain. Overall, pretty satisfied with it, would recommend to a friend!

I have a red one from years ago that I adore. These things are great. They are just the right weight for so many days and they pack down small so that you can bring them along easily. I had thought I'd really love the black, but when it arrived and I put it on, it just looked...blah, when compared to my bright red one. I'm not really a fan of the color combinations they chose for the color block, but in looking at the dark blue, bright blue, it appears to me that it's not going to clash too badly. I would have loved to see this offered in navy, royal blue, red, orange, yellow, hunter green, kelly green, etc. One con that I noticed, I ordered the petite, but even so, the arms are too long and fall down over my hands. I'm short so I'm used to that effect with clothing, but it is a little irritating to have it happen on a petite size!