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

I just received my jacket, and sent it through the gentle wash cycle to get it ready to wear. I chose it because it has the 2 way zipper that has been left off many jackets that would have had them in the past. --- I was also looking for a really warm jacket, either down or synthetic, with a hood. Many of the choices are not insulated enough for being outside for very long. --- I think the desgners put too much emphasis on the complicated snap and Velcro technique to attach the ends of the hood - Velcro sticks before lining up the snap. I rarely remove a removable hood, and since this one was such a pain, I probably won't do it again until I wash it. --- On the other hand, it would have been nice to put a little more thought into the cuffs on the sleeves. Tightening the strap and snapping creates a gap that seems awkward. Not sure why they didn't just use Velcro. --- I was also hoping that washing it would relax the crease down the outer edges of the sleeves where down is lacking due to the shipping fold. Hopefully it will get better with use. --- It is replacing my much better quality, warm Bean's Penobscot down jacket that I've had for 12+ yes. It is still in great shape, but the zipper separates. Wish that style was still available. Not as happy with the length of the new one either. --- Hopefully it will grow on me, and be warm enough for the really cold and blizzardy days.

My husband bought me this jacket for Christmas in my size, M. It is the perfect length and warm. The first time I wore it, I noticed these little white whisker-like things on the sleeves and an occasional feather. Because it was new I thought it just needed to settle. After wearing a 3rd time, I noticed more feathers and my car seat, which is black, is covered in whiskers and feathers. The reason I gave 3 stars, in addition to the feathers, is because I couldn't wear anything heavier than a long sleeve jersey under it. Sadly, I'm going to have to return it.

I bought this coat and though I like the fit and style it does not keep me warm in 30-40 degree weather. I can feel the chill come through the coat.

While it was less expensive than the others, i returned it. The zipper was moody, the pockets weren't deep enough (for phone or gloves and when I cinched the waist, it was too high (medium) and therefore, uncomfortable. It was warm enough. Disappointed. I didn't need an artic blast coat. Those were $150-200 more

Very cute and warm. Runs big compared to my Columbia. Had to return

This parka is very warm but the snaps down the front are very difficult to close. My main complaint is that I wish that there was a tall version, as the sleeves are slightly too short for me and the hood doesn't fit properly. Please LL Bean, make more clothes for tall women!!!

Jacket to big and smaller size sold out. Disappointing

I purchased this coat over a month ago and waited for the cold weather. I was totally disappointed. Sleeves are too short and the inside drawstring is too high. It fits around my ribs, not waist. The cold goes up into the coat. I had to purchase a second coat from a chain store for much less money but it is much warmer. Bad purchase.

I really wanted to like this jacket but for the price it was disappointing to see strings coming loose so fast. Feathers coming out as well. It keeps me warm, but the quality seems to be lacking.

The coat was just what I wanted, except for the hood. It was HUGE!! There is no way I could put the hood on and still see where I was walking. I need a hood that is a normal size, as it gets windy here and I don't like the wind on my head. I would not recommend this coat unless you have a huge head.

I bought this same coat 3 years ago and loved it. Fast forward a few years and I needed a bigger size. Compared to my old one, it's OK. The front pockets feel more shallow and the fleece lining is very thin and just OK. My main issue with this one is that it's been shedding feathers almost as soon as it came out of the box. I've worn it twice now and am on the fence about keeping it because of it. Overall I do love the design, the zippers and adjustable hood. I just remembered it being a little better than this one and that's disappointing.

I really love this coat EXCEPT the pockets. The pockets are so small! I can fit my keys in one pocket & my work badge in the other but they fall out constantly because the pockets are so small & the angle is not ideal. A phone will not fit I these pockets. The only pocket that is large enough to fit a phone is the inside breast pocket. If this jacket had deep pockets that actually hold items then it would be a 5 star MN inter coat!

The coat is great but the snap buttons are the lowest quality possible. I cannot use them

A bit disappointed in both the price and durability of this coat. For over $150 I would expect to have this for many years. I have been wearing it for a bit more than a month and it has five pulls already. It is comfortable and generally warm enough. But it looks cheap already. The top of the zipper is super stiff and uncomfortable on my chin. The pockets are also pretty useless. Side pockets rather than a drop in pocket are just so sad. So I probably won't be buying another coat from LL Bean again.

Evening blue is too green for me; fit was perfect.

I've had this jacket for about 2 months now and I've noticed that the top chest part and back, as it's a different material has been pilling.? Not sure what is causing this but it's extremely frustrating to have happen to a $250 jacket?

I have decades of positive experiences with LLBean products, so I was bummed that the women's mountain parka has disappointing design and fit quirks. Lack of any adjustment mechanism on hood left hood nearly covering my eyes. Given that a winter parka should allow for vision in bright sun to wind-driven snow, skipping a simple loop/ toggle device on hood seems like a whoops-we-forgot. Next, while the skirt-like flare at hem may be intended to allow for ease of seating (??), it's more like a giant wind scoop (there is a toggle waist adjustment). Finally - and this is a frequent fitting issue in larger womens sizes - the chest darts incorporated to accomodate womens' breasts are not where breasts are (headed for armpits!), so resulting vacant fabric stands out there. The assembly and materials all appear to be fine and I expect the parka would perform well, but I'm returning it, primarily due to poor hood design, secondly the too-wide hem.

Very nice coat but the pockets are just too shallow. My phone barely fits and my gloves have fallen out numerous times.

Rates a 4-5 for warmth, but would be much better if it had deeper pockets on the outside and big pockets on the inside. Really no place for cell phone to be carried safely, without possibility of falling out.

I was looking to replace a Bean coat I've had for 10 years and which I still wear. Unfortunately, this coat is uncomfortable to drive in and difficult to snap the closures over the zipper. It's warm and the color is beautiful but I'm going to return it.

She said it made her look like a Yeti so I sent it back.

I'm shocked none of the reviews mentioned the wrist cuffs being too tight. So tight there's really no need for the strap and 2 buttons TO MAKE IT TIGHTER! Planning on wearing gloves? If they have any kind of fabric past wrist, forget it. I was considering removing the elastic on the cuff, but like the strap and buttons, it serves no purpose, the wrist cuff would still be exactly same. Guess this was strictly for aesthetics. Sleeves are short. I think my arms are about normal for my 5'6" height. Warmth level is listed as almost warmest which is laughable. The fit is just strange. Length is ok, could have added an inch but with every company practicing cost cutting these days. Every inch of fabric counts right. Feathers are visibly coming out at the seams which makes me think it would not hold up in a short gentle wash cycle when the time comes. Just a huge disappointment. I can't get over the sleeve cuffs..it's going back.

I absolutely love this jacket but I'll be returning it because the pockets are just not deep enough. There are two pockets on each side and they don't have the depth to hold much. If you have your keys, gloves and your phone in there, something will fall out. It's also hard to snap the pocket with those things in there. I didn't realize how much a deep pocket matters to me until I had my cell phone fall out. I'm bummed to return it because it's perfect in every other way.

I LOVE this coat. I found it in my favorite color, and it was warm, flattering, and comfortable for cold Minnesota winters. However, I ended up returning because the pockets were a deal breaker. The snaps are so tricky to do with gloves or mittens on. The pockets themselves are so shallow that a phone will not comfortably fit in there without risk of falling out. I wanted to love it. I wanted to keep it, but ultimately I ended up returning and am back on the hunt for a winter jacket.

It seems to run small, I bought the large so I could wear a sweater or sweatshirt underneath and it's a bit tight in the shoulders, I have the Baxter state parka also and I feel it's warmer and the fit is better