Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Mountain Classic Down Parka

Have been looking for a long down coat for winter, this has been warm so far. Feels like a big warm blanket. The waist cinch is great and I LOVE the double pockets!

Being on the top end of the plus sizes for this brand, I was nervous to order this coat. I've had trouble with many a coat in the past from many brands I trust. Either the arms are too short or it feels like a sausage casing. Neither were true of this coat!! It fit perfectly and there was even a little room left to wear something underneath besides a solid set of spanx and a body suit. I can move, I can layer, I can jump with joy! And I did just that when I slipped this coat on. It's a beautiful color and a classic style that I will enjoy for many years. THANK YOU L.L. BEAN!

Coat is warm but doesn't look over-stuffed. Have cinched waist and looks very stylish. Shell is soft to touch, no crinkle noise. Coat is light to handle. Pockets placed at good height for hand warming. Zippered pockets great for security of items. Snaps great to maintain gloves & hat when coat is hung. Zipper works easily. No aroma. Thrilled with purchase. Lots of compliments. Only improvement would be to make a few inches longer for frigid dog walks.

Wonderful quality made jacket. Fits excellent. Would highly recommend. . L L Bean is the best and has never disappointed me.

I was looking for a coat that was long enough to keep me warm, but also easy to drive in, and this fits the bill. Love the fit and color too...

This mountain classic parka is perfect for snowy, cold, windy, dog walks. I am very happy with it. But there is one little thing...does anyone else have trouble with the snaps? I just cannot for the life of me figure out why they are so difficult to line up to snap. Yes they do work - I have to put my hand in the pocket then press it together. Odd but not a show stopper - this parka is still 5 stars in my book!

I ordered both an XS and a S because I wasn't sure which size to get in the mountain classic parka. I wanted to be sure I could layer warm clothes beneath. Both the XS and the S seemed almost identical in size and both fit ok, but I kept the small. I have a very slim figure all the way down and the length of coat goes almost half way to my knees, completely covering hips. Arms are perfect length for me. Snaps are a bit stiff to snap, but they are ok. The most important consideration for me was the zipper and this zipper suits me well, easy to use, large and easy to grasp. Yes, as another reviewer mentioned, the zipper pull is on the less-often used side but it presents no problem to me at all. Pull the zip up with your left hand instead of your right and the flaps do not get in the way at all. The kelp green color is very nice, for me, the coat looks good, fits well, is warm and light. Cuffs and hood work well, and multiple pockets are great. I am very pleased with this coat, and I do tend to be a picky person. I can find no fault with this one !

Was a bit skeptical to get this but I love it! I previously ordered the winter warmer jacket in XS and it's huge on me so I was afraid I'd have the same problem but the XXS fit well on me, especially with the help of the draw cord at the waist. I was also worried about the zipper based on other reviews but mine works perfectly fine, and to be honest the winter warmer jacket has a horrible zipper compared to this. The coat hits mid-thigh for me and the sleeves are a little long but I'd rather have them longer than too short. The side pockets actually have an additional zippered compartment which I recently discovered! I'm wearing this in about 30-40F weather and it keeps me super warm, I don't feel the cold at all. The coat is also very light and appears to be water resistant. Great purchase.

Not that it is a reason to purchase this fantastic jacket, but - I do get many compliments on it. I am very impressed with the coziness and just how warm it is. Mine is a petite S and length is ideal. Went with the olive green and glad I did! Hood falls over my full head, adding to the warmth. I wear it both open and zipped, yay, options! We live in a high desert so winter is the real deal and hangs out for quite awhile - though our closets are stocked with puffy jackets of various brands, this has quickly risen to the top of my 'I a wearing that one' list!

This is the best winter coat I've ever owned. It is stylish, light, and warm. I have always loved fur collars, but there was always big gaps on the sides for air to get through.This coat's hood is padded, and tight to the head. The pockets are great, because the front ones do not have a zipper for your hands to grate on; so warm and cozy. Behind these, are zippered pockets to keep your keys, cards and Chapstick in total security. There is an inside pocket for your phone or camera. The colors are nice, it is slightly fitted, and runs a little big. Comfort personified. Thank you, LL Bean..

I have always bought cheap "puffer" style jackets for myself and decided to treat myself to a good winter coat this year. I couldn't be happier with my choice. I've received so many compliments about the color (navy) and the jacket fits perfectly. We just had a snow and ice storm where I live and this jacket kept me warm and dry while I shoveled - temperatures were around 30 degrees, which isn't abnormally cold, but I was wearing only a t-shirt underneath! If you want to do something nice for yourself this winter, buy this jacket!

Thrilled to find a warm coat in a petite size. Generous in bust with perfect sleeve length. Best fitting coat I've ever purchased.

It's warm and I love the style. I ordered a medium. It's roomy without being too big. And it's a little different than what everyone else is wearing. I can't say one bad thing about it!

Just received my coat and love it. Light weight, nice length, true to size. The zippers works smoothly. I was slightly nervous ordering online because if I had to exchange or return, just inconvenient. I like that the hood is detachable. I looked at so many coats and chose this one because of so many good features. No Velcro on the front. Snaps as it should be. You should get this coat, you won't be sorry.

I love my coat.

Love it, good fit, and nice and warm. good wind break as well

Fits great, large enough to wear warmer clothing underneath and still move around.

I've been trying for three years to find a parka that would fit me. I have long arms & I'm short waisted. I like my shoulders to feel free & unencumbered. This coat fits to a tee! It's taken a few returned coats to get it right. Thanks, LLBean!

I've been hunting for the right coat for a long time. I was not a fan of how huge some of the down jackets can be, making it difficult to maneuver. I absolutely love this coat. I love the green color, which I ordered because black was out of stock (I'm glad it was because I love the green!). I love the hoot-it fits perfectly although I do wish a fur-lined hood was available. I love the ability to cinch in the waist, which I feel makes for a more flattering cut on the normally huge puffy coats. It is incredibly warm, but not too hot. It is so lightweight and well-made. It is soft and easy to wash. I adore this coat. Thanks for the fantastic coat, LL BEAN!

LOVE this jacket. It's a bit roomy, so it's extra comfy. It's my go-to recess duty jacket... perfect for our Vermont winters. Now I'm waiting for LLBean to make a 3/4 length version. HINT HINT!

I live in eastern PA and walk my 2 dogs nearly a mile twice daily. This coat keeps me warm like a summer day when the temperature is in the 20's F. It is not overly bulky and is surprising light weight. The color is a bit lighter than traditional navy blue and I love it. It also has zipped pockets inside the standard pockets which is perfect for my house key when we walk. Best fitting coat I have ever owned and also a great value.

I'm so glad I bought this parka! I'll be heading up north soon for the holidays and am anticipating some very cold temps, possibly snow. I was reading through reviews to see how the jacket fit, and I'm glad I listened. I typically wear XL/1X tops, 16/18 jeans, and I could comfortably size down to an XL and still have a room for layering which surprised me because I've always been a curvy girl in the back and the parka was still able to cover my bottom. However, if you are busty, you may want to stick to your normal size. I'm a 38C and it fit just right, anything bigger may be too tight across the chest.

I've had this jacket for almost a year now and it is amazing. If you're looking for something to truly keep you warm, this is it. I just left my house in 15 degree weather and cannot feel even a chill through this jacket. The length is perfect and I love the inside breast pocket for my phone and keys. I have the olive color which I think goes great with brown or black boots. I give this jacket a 10 out of 10

Love this jacket so much. Fits well and so warm and comfortable

Absolutely love this jacket. It is water repellent which I did not find in the description but I wore it in a light rain & water beaded on the surface. The warmth is appropriately rated & I love the light weight. Also the length covers the tush without restricting leg movement.