Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Petite Mountain Classic Down Parka

Love almost everything about this parka. I'd been looking for a long time for a down parka with a removable hood which I didn't realize would be so hard to find. I'd ordered from other retailers but couldn't find anything I liked. This one checked most of the boxes. I would suggest an extra interior pocket and a little bit deeper hand pockets. I've had things fall out so I try to remember to use the snaps to keep stuff inside. There is an interior zipper pocket inside the hand pockets but I forget it's there. Thank you for making a parka with a removable hood. I usually wear a hat and don't need the hood but good for raining days. Yesterday was the first chance I had to wear it out in the rain (light rain) and the water did bead so that's good. I've worn it out in cold temps (high 20s) and stayed warm. I understand why people have problems with the zipper. I realized that it is actually on the wrong side (for me). All my other jackets have the pull on the right side. This one is on the left and takes some getting used to. Like the longer length. I'm 5'4" and it hits me mid-thigh. Would definitely recommend.

Was looking for a not too puffy puffer coat - this fit the bill! I got the XS and it fits just right. I'm usually a XS/S. Smaller chest size 34B and I can wear a semi bulky sweater under it and still have room. I got it in black and it's so sleek! Goes with almost everything. Definitely would recommend if you need a solid winter coat that still looks really cute.

The coat is nice it's a little tight but fits good. It's not heavy like other down coats. The material is good it's not the light nylon. Im pleased with my purchase.

Nice an roomy. I like the fact that I can pull the hood to tighten it. I also like that I can remove the hood. The body of the coat is nice an warm but the arms arm not as full or as warm. That's why I didn't give it 5 stars.

This parka looked very well made, the pockets were low that's mainly why I returned it. Otherwise a very nice, well made parka!

Very nice parka, it is as advertised and works GREAT.

Received this parka today. I'm very happy with it mostly. I can zip it, draw the waist in, and I love all the pocket features. But the hood falls down and almost covers my eyes. I can't get it situated to sit on my head like the picture of the model with the hood on. I've tried everything. Help!

I ordered a Petite large and it fits very well. I love this coat. I ordered the only color left which was green. Wasn't sure I would like it but I've seen several people with the same color. It is warm and comfortable without being too bulky. I like that it has a two way zipper for sitting. My only issues are that the hood is way too big for my head and the zipper is sometimes hard to open on the bottom. It takes a little work to undo it frequently.

I am very pleased with this nice warm coat I ordered the largest because I wanted to be able to wear it over things it apparently runs a bit small but by ordering the largest it is fine, in fact a tad roomy i certainly would buy it again

Appreciated that there's a petite size offering. I think a lot of other reviewers mentioned this, so just wanted to +1 it - the pockets aren't as deep as I'd like and the zipper is a little finicky. Other than that, the jacket kept me warm and dry during this year's snowstorm.

The parka is great in every way except for the zipper. It is somewhat difficult to zip it just does not glide nicely. I am concerned the zipper will not last.

thought it would maybe, be a little warmer

Love the way it looks it's also very warm. Definitely recommend it!

I really like the quality and length of this coat! I do wish it had banded cuffs and not the button ones because it doesn't keep you as warm as it should in that regard. Also, I'd size down because it does run a little bit big... I am glad I got the small and not medium size which I typically get in general.

This is a great coat.. It is warm and it is comfortable in the car, not too bulky. I can wear a fleece underneath. The coat is a nice shade of navy. The downside is the snaps are small and difficult to snap up without effort. Also, I wish there was zippers on the pockets, and not snaps.

I think this coat is a really good value for the money. I ended up returning it because I wanted something longer and fell in love with the Maine parka, but this was really well made, fit perfectly, and very warm. If I could afford two coats I would have kept this :-).

Well made and very comfortable and lightweight. Great for really cold days. Runs slightly small.

I've been looking for a good quality warm winter coat for a while now. This seems to fit the bill for me. Nice fit with room to move. I like the longer length hitting me just above the knees. The only thing that could use improvement is the zipper. It does not move as smoothly as I'd like. Hopefully this will improve the more I wear it. I can't attest to the warmth yet as it has not been bitter cold yet. Very happy with this purchase.

I am happy with this purchase. It feels like it should be warm (it hasn't gotten cold yet) and I like that it covers my rear end. Attractive looking. Two issues: should have more pockets. Only one inner pocket. Considering it's size, it could certainly have a second one. The hood is big and extends beyond the field of vision. It literally blocks peripheral vision. I'm planning to get it altered so that it lies further back on the head.

Great coat, well made and very warm, but a little larger/bulky than I was expecting for an XXS petite. If you're tall, it'll look great!

It seems nice so far. I haven't worn it yet because I was pondering taking it back. I didn't realize there was a LL Bean logo on front. I don't like visible logos. I will probably keep though.

While I felt very confident in the coat I selected, I was floored when it arrived. HUGE! I looked at myself in the mirror and was convinced they'd accidentally sent a medium. Removed the coat and checked the label. It was indeed the XS I'd ordered. It was big throughout. The arms, torso, neck. So not only an improper fit, but not remotely flattering - as it looked like I had put on a men's coat instead of my own. While I considered returning it for an XXS, I can't imagine the one increment size difference to take up the excessive amount of space in the XS. I'll be looking for something from a different retailer. The positives are that it does feel quite well insulated, and the zippers and stitching are solid. It feels like a coat that will last many years, through many types of winter weather.

This is the first long coat that has actually fit my hips! I have an hour-glass figure (waist is a M/L but I usually have to buy larger pants, 33 or 34--to get them over my hips) and it makes finding coats that go past my waist really hard to find. I tried this coat on (in green) in store, just out of curiosity, and was SHOCKED when it fit. I was so pleased! I bought it onsite. :) I haven't tested it in the super cold--but the construction is lovely. Things I love: Small inner pocket that is deep enough for wallet and phone. Side pockets also have a zipper pocket because of the length, stuff sometimes falls out of the pocket--so love the zipper pockets Waist cinch pullies Removable hood Double zippers allow me to unzip from the bottom, giving me room to get comfy in the car Things I don't love: Zipper sometimes gets stuck at the bottom--isn't super well made and I do fear it will fail first Snaps on the hood give away really easy (there is velcro to keep it on) but it's still a little loose for my taste

Maybe my ape index is high, but I found the sleeves to be a little short. I know it's a little snug (cuz I'm a little chubby), so I'm hoping it will not be a problem once I have gloves on! Otherwise, it's p cute for a winter coat.

I had to wait for this to come back in stock in black, and I luckily caught a window of stock availability last week before it sold out again. I've had it 3 days and I stayed perfectly warm at the dog park on a windy night when the temperature was 20 degrees - wind chill. My goals with this coat were 1. super warm 2. super cozy, no harder outer lining that streamlined the coat. I wanted it to feel like I was wearing a comforter but not TOO puffy (important to stay comfortable during bonfire nights) 3. retro look that is subtle. Having a tailored, fitted flattering coat was not my first goal, although this is slightly fitted with the waist seams and cinchability. With those goals in mind this coat is exactly what I was looking for. The zipper side doesn't bother me. My one complaint is that the front pockets aren't deep enough for my iPhone xs to fit easily. I don't trust it will rest in the outer, angled pocket without falling out (the top of my phone sticks out). I smoosh it into the zippered pocket behind the outer and have to wedge it in at a weird angle and then zip it up. I take a lot of snapshots while walking and it's a hassle to get my phone in and out. The phone fits slightly better in the interior chest pocket but i'm not going to unzip my coat to take a photo so... I wish this coat had a vertical pocket behind the angled pocket instead of the angled interior zip pocket. If I'd known this ahead of time I would have chosen something else just because of the frequency that I use my phone for pictures. Sad because I love EVERYTHING else. It's soft, very warm, cool-looking and slightly fitted.