Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Mountain Classic Down Parka

The fit, color and inner drawstrings make this coat perfect for me. I think I could've ordered a smaller size but I wanted a little roomy so I could wear winter sweaters underneath and still be comfortable.

I am so happy that I ordered this coat. I am petite, 5'2", and most coats are long and bulky. This coat hits mid thigh as described and is light, comfortable, and warm. I was worried about ordering the kelp green and that it might look like an army jacket. It is a pleasing and feminine green. This was a good choice.

Although my budget said I couldn't have a new winter coat, I managed to slip this in under the wire. I have broad shoulders and my concern was having enough room around the chest area to be comfortable. It turns out I have plenty of room but not too big and not too small. The zipper seems quite strong and zips well without any hitches. It zips up from the left side, like a man's zipper. No biggy, very easy to conform. The length on the sleeves is also fine and even through I was concerned with the sleeves not having inside weather blocking fleece, they seem to be fine if snapped on the tightest snap and with gloves or mittens which move over it. It also has a nice, strong orange/yellow fabric hook so I can hang it on the door hook. All in all, I am happy with this coat. It's nice and warm in 35* weather but have not worn it in colder weather as of yet. Love that the hood is removable so I can wear a fleece scarf and my boiled wool hat. The recent LLBean coupon code made this possible for me and I really appreciate that gesture.

I used to have the old style heavy Baxter State Parka in a pink color with a pale pink interior. I enjoyed the cozy warmth of this jacket and it was probably the best jacket that I have ever had. Sadly, it was stolen this year. Yes, stolen! So, I wasn't sure what to get because the current Baxter State Parka had been totally revamped and was not the same at all. I knew that I wanted it long enough to cover my rear end and warm enough to stand up to chilly winds. I received this Mountain Classic Down Parka today and looked for the negative things that customers complained about. No, it did not have a weird scent. No, the hood did not fall off, although I had to roll it back away from my brow, not a big deal. No, the parka was not too big on top. No, I did not have any problems with the zipper. It was just "right" everywhere and comfortable. My only fear is that the outside material might tear easily, as it is rather thin. The parka is warm, though. So the big test will come when I wear it out in inclement weather. It looks nice and I am happy. Hard to go wrong here, gals!

I just received this coat in the Navy. I will say I mainly ordered the navy as it was the only color not backordered, so I was a little anxious about that decision. I LOVE the navy! It is sharp! I almost always have a black heavy winter coat, so it was a change for me and I am so glad I took the risk. It's very feminine for what it is--a heavy puffy winter coat. My husband loves it too. He couldn't believe the price. I am short and small framed, so I went back and forth between if I should get the petite or not, but decided to try the regular as I feel like LL Bean's petite clothes are sometimes just shorter in the arm and leg and not fitted more throughout making it overall boxy and ill fitting. The button cuffs make it simple to keep the arms from looking too long and the extra length by going with the regular length is going to be a big plus come January and February. I am normally an XS and the XXS is pretty roomy without being sloppy. Pick this one up ladies and stay warm and stylish this winter!

I have gotten nothing but compliments on this jacket. Not only is it stylish/on trend now, it is also super warm. I can wear it with a long sleeve shirt around town and sweat or with a light sweatshirt ice fishing and never be cold. Definitely worth every penny!

I've lived in South Dakota for 5 winters now and I finally decided I deserved a good quality cold weather coat. This year we've been brutalized with 25 below zero temperatures and 2 months of below freezing temeperatures as well as 2 feet of snow on the ground. The coat is so light that when it first arrived, I thought it would never keep me warm. Boy, was I wrong! This coat is WARM! I was actually a bit hot one day when we were running errands and it had "warmed up" to the mid teens. As a short, plump gal, I have a hard time finding coats that fit well. As others have said it is a little big on top but if you're wearing layers and a bulky sweater, it's very forgiving. I ordered the 2X and that's what I'd normally wear. The fabric is very soft and I chose the kelp (green) and it's really a beautify color. I have gotten several compliments. It's a little longer than a parka and it hits me below the thigh which I wanted. As someone with short arms, I love the snaps at the wrist which allow me to snap it tighter and keep the sleeve from drooping down over my hands. I'm hoping to enjoy this coat for many years to come. I'm very pleased.

Love this parka! I purchased it especially for a trip to Canada but I am loving wearing it even in the south during our cold winter! Fits well, not binding, very warm and comfortable. I love it!

I really like my new coat. At first I was afraid it would be too warm but with the temperatures we are having this winter in Ontario it is warm yet light weight. I like the drawstring at the waist so I don't feel like a marshmallow. I am also a big fan of the 2 way zipper so when sitting or walking I can unzip the bottom for comfort or to cool off a little.

this coat was a perfect fit! It's warm and comfortable, not binding or tight. Good length.

I've been searching for a navy coat for a couple of years. I can't believe I found it! It's exactly what I wanted. It has a solid zipper, flap with snaps, many pockets, detachable hood, waist cord... It is light weight yet warm. I must have bought and returned 4-5 coats. They all made me look like a sausage. This one is perfect. Very pleased. Worth every penny and it wasn't cheap.

So far...Love this new parka, zip + snap, pockets, detachable hood, snap wrist (no knit cuff, whew!) and great length. The navy is a lovely color that works with jeans, though wished for the kelp that sold out fast. The balance of fit is a bit odd. Wearing a fairly balanced PM, I found the shoulders and arms a tad big compared to the body hips a tad snug. Overall a PM parka. For those who don't want boxy, this isn't for you. For those of us that want some room to layer up or down without being crammed, this is ideal!

My daughter loves her parka. She loves the length; it hits mid thigh. She likes all the inside pockets. She gets compliments every time she wears it.

This jacket is very warm, and easy to wear. The only negative is that it's not AS flattering as other L.L.Bean winter jackets. I love that it has a removable hood, and that the zipper & zipper pull are oversized for easy usability.

This is the best jacket I own and I am so happy with my purchase. I am always cold and this jacket keeps me nice and warm. I highly recommend this jacket.

We just moved back north from NC so I was looking for a warm coat for everyday wear. This is perfect, it's light but warm and the side pockets have interior zippers as well. The only complaint I have is that the hood is so big that when I put it up I can't see a thing.

awesome great coat

I purchased this coat for an upcoming trip to Alaska in January as I wanted something substantial and very warm, and this coat should be perfect! I usually wear a size XL, but after reading several of the reviews that mention the coat running a little big, I thought I would try a size L. I ended up sending it back and exchanging it for an XL because it was a little too snug across the chest, and would not have been comfortable with a sweater underneath. So I would say the coat runs true to size. The material is very nice and the color is gorgeous in kelp green! I really like the heavy duty zipper that you can raise from the bottom or lower from the top. There's lots of pockets that are comfortable and deep - some with zippers, some with snaps. I highly recommed this coat!! I'll try to post an update after my trip regarding the warmth, etc, and how it holds up in the deep freeze!

This jacket was a great purchase. It is light-weight and very warm. I love that it is 3/4 length too. This is one of the few coats with a detachable hood, which was really important for me. Most other brands don't give that option. It is versatile and can be worn with anything. The pockets have hidden zipper pouches as well as snaps. It is a perfect winter coat.

I love this coat! It is lightweight, comfortable, and fits great! I like the zippered pockets inside the regular side pockets...nice to keep money or a credit card in.

As a southerner who relocated to Philadelphia, I was in need of a versatile, yet warm winter coat. I went to the LL Bean store and tried on several coats, finally deciding on this one. The downtec was a selling point, so that the down stays put where it is supposed to be. I could have warn a small, but I opted for a medium so that I could wear thick layers underneath.

The jacket is everything I was hoping for, just the right length and very lightweight but super warm. I was worried I would need a 1X but when I read some reviews I went with the XL and I do have room if I was going to wear a sweater. Super happy

Finally had to retire my old down coat (it's 40 years old- not a tear in it, survived a litter of puppies being born and nursed on it almost 40 years ago, several dry cleanings and many washing machine/dryer cycles, but now too large and the zipper is finally troublesome and dang- I deserve a new coat) and I'm loving this one. I'm hoping it keeps me as warm as it claims- so far, excellent!

Everything about this coat is perfect. It feels good, its is super warm and looks good. Did I say I love this cost.

I love everything about this woman's parka...it is fashionable, comfortable and a great fit. The zipper is strong and easy to close, lots of pockets, great in every way!