Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Mountain Classic Down Parka

I like that the zipper can be opened from the bottom to make the coat comfortable when sitting, but the zipper is difficult at times to work properly; and the snaps are to small just to give a quick snap to close. If I continue to have issues might have to return. Other than that the coat is very warm.

Since I was ordering online and it was going to be a bit of an investment for me, I made sure to measure myself and check the fit guide beforehand. Even so, the sleeves were 2+ inches short when I lifted my arms in front of me. Very disappointing and frustrating. Now I need to pay for a return and go through the whole process of trying to find something else.

This is a cute lightweight coat, but it is gigantic on me. I ordered a medium as recommended by the fit guide and I have 8-10 inches of extra room. I'm disappointed that the sizing is so off. I generally wear a medium sized shirt, but I think I may end up ordering a xs in this coat.

Pretty warm, runs very large and terrible zipper. Was going to exchange for another but after reading everyone elses zipper comments I might just return. Ridiculous to spend 2 or 3 minutes trying to zip up your coat!

I loved the feel of the coat and it was the right length, but it was a little big and the color didn't correspond to the photo and I didn't like the other color choices so I returned it.

Pocket lining has torn, not biggie but just two weeks of wearing it. Jacket is perfect for in and out of car and walking.

I like it but it looked too puffy on than it looks, so I returned it. Seems like a nice coat though, I just wanted something not as puffy.

The coat fit well and looks pretty good. It's not as warm as I hoped but it's very lightweight. My biggest complaint is that it has a horrible chemical smell, even after being washed. I would have returned if if I knew not even washing could get rid of it.

Way too big!! Other than that, loved it. Just had to return. I got a 2X

Jacket wasnt flattering at all. I felt like s big square. The waist does cinch in but not enough.

Nice coat but too short on my 5'2 frame. Hood aslo was too big and hangs in your face. Sadly returned. Dont use Pay Pal to purchase from LL Bean. Onmy place that does not refund to your credit card and goves cash or gift card.

I'm 5'7" and 145lbs. I normally wear a medium in most tops but with this coat, I ordered a large to wear sweaters and sweatshirts underneath. Unfortunately, the large was HUGE. It's also a little more puffy than the picture showed. Not what I'm looking for. I did like the weight - not too heavy and not light. Felt very comfortable. I might try the medium (maybe it'll seem less puffy if the size is right).

I really really wanted to love this coat because the color (I got the blue) and shape is just exactly what I wanted. It would be fine for someone who only occasionally needs a warmer coat, but I live in a winter wonderland and need a really perfect, quality parka. I was looking for something that I might love for a decade and this wasn't it for a couple of reasons. 1. The pockets aren't quite large enough to really envelop my hands. 2. The cuff style is a little annoying but not a very big deal. I prefer a smooth cuff, a ribbed cuff, or a fleece cuff. 3. The zipper is fairly poor, it catches easily due to the type of fabric bordering it and that it is sewn very close, The zipper itself felt like it would break after heavy use.

Disappointed because I really like the parka but the pockets are too shallow, my cell phone falls out, and the zipper section is too small for it to fit. Not everyone wants their phone zipped in against their chest, most people I know keep it in the outer pocket. My insulated Mountain Classic jacket has the same problem but the pockets are a tiny bit deeper so it is acceptable though not ideal. Also the hood is warm but bulky and I found it annoying when not up, my hair would not go over or under. It should be detachable, If not for these 2 problems it would be the perfect winter parka, soft and comfortable, but as it is I had to return.

The fit of this coat was wonderful. I loved the pockets, the length, the warmth, the snaps at the sleeves. What I did NOT love was the hood. It is so huge it came all the way below my nose and there was no way to make it fit. And, no, I don't have a small head or a short neck! The coat went back, which was really too bad, because otherwise it was perfect. LL Bean used to put a piece of Velcro on the back of the hood so it could be adjusted. They seemed to have missed the mark with this one.

It's short - above the knees, but it's warm and perfect for very cold winter weather.

I'm 5'2, 38DD, 200lbs. Prior to covid I was 25lbs thinner and fit nicely in an XL parka from Columbia. But now my arms are too chunky and the coat feels like it will pop when zipped. But their 1X is too large. Current shirt size: XL and pant size 14 jeans and XL in stretch pants. I tried this coat in an XL and it's a little snug in my armpit area, fits perfect in my chest area but huge from my stomach down. I could get away with it but the pockets sit so low on the coat that I can barely fit my knuckles inside so my palm sticks out. I would have dealt with the coat had the pockets been higher but it's not functional for me

It was a really nice quality coat! I got the xs (normally xs/s in most things) and it was just too puffy in the back and still pretty large. Not right for my frame sadly (5'3, 125lb) and had to return.

Less flattering and thinner/less warm in construction than I imagined based on how the coat looked online. This coat has a kind of old-school appearance that excited me when I looked at it on the website, but I found it to be pretty ordinary looking when I received it. It also feels more like a jacket than a hardy winter coat.

It's not quite as warm as I thought it would be. I must add that I feel cold easily. Also would have preferred larger pockets. The fit is perfect! I'm a petite older woman.

VERY large. I ordered my regular size 7 months pregnant thinking it would barely zip. It was still too big. Exchanged it for a size down and it's still a little big the waist can be cinched a bit so I think it will still work post baby. It is comfy and seems like it'll be warm, but I've only worn it in 45 degree weather so far.

I loved this coat! Super warm, kept me dry. The interior zipper pocket was a plus, and the double pockets at the waist were super useful! You could carry so much stuff inside your pockets. Unfortunately, the side snagged and immediately ripped the fabric! I used to love LLBean quality, and this definitely does not seem to hold up to their usual standards. If the fabric was a little sturdier this would have been perfect! But this coat is definitely not built for playing outside in the snow near bushes. If you're just wearing the coat to the store or to work, its perfect.

Unless you are pencil thin and willowy, this coat will not flatter. It is boxy, and rendered my already paunchy waist much paunchier in appearance.

I like this parka a lot. It's very light but also very warm. The hood is a good size (so many times a good coat will come with a tiny hood). Nice number of pockets, and I particularly like the zippered pocket-within-a-pocket on each side. BUT...I really struggle with the zipper. It's hard to get started, gobbles up fabric on its way up or down (I worry every time that the fabric will rip when I pull it out), and can even be hard to undo. I once had to wriggle out of the coat and shove it down to my ankles so I could step out of it. It may seem like a small thing but considering how many times I might put the coat on and take it off in one day, that's a lot of work for a zipper.

The coat was okay but on the front there is a tag sewn on with the name "llbean" - I didn't want to pay $174 for the privilege of advertising llbean on my coat, so I returned the item