Customer Reviews L.L.Bean BeanFlex Utility Jacket

I own several of these jackets in different colors that I like a lot, so I was all set to order a new one - until I noticed that there are no snaps or other closures on the pockets, as my older versions all have. Sorry, that's a deal breaker for me. Not sure why LLBean changed the pockets, except to save itself some money. But in the process, they eliminated a feature that's important to me and perhaps to other customers, too.

I love the color, but the wrinkles are awful. Even after washing and drying it the wrinkles didn't come out.

Sleeves too long. Other petite products fit, not this

Petite was too small across my back and the sleeves still too long.

It seemed like a good quality jacket. But I found it to run large and had to return it. I'm 5'5", 125 lbs, and the size Small was much too large for me, especially in the sleeve length.

I love everything about this jacket except it's a little high waisted for me. I am trying to decide if I can keep or return.

I really wanted to love this jacket, but the material was stiff, and it could have been a bit more stylish for me. It was a return for me.

The jacket I received had white spots on the front. I returned it.

I wish this came in tall sizes. For me at 5'10", the sleeves were short and the waist cord too high. Too bad because the fabric and styling were lovely.

I just received this today. There is no lining, the color looks faded (i purchased deep olive) & the fabric is very thin. Sizing is tts, there is plenty of room to wear a heavy sweater underneath. I do like the adjustable waist string & the pockets, but IMO this is a shirt, not a jacket.

Too stiff and heavy for my taste. Wish I'd have sent it back. Loved the color and imagine others who like such "farmey" things would like it. However it is too heavy for warm weather and not warm for cool weather.

Looking for something warmer. This is like a bulky canvas shirt.

The sizing at LL Bean is not consistent and very frustrating and annoying

I bought this to wear for rose gardening, and I was so disappointed that they did not build it with room in the shoulders/back to move your arms while working. I thought LL Bean would build an actual work jacket, but the whole jacket lifts up when you raise your arms. I loved everything else about it including the fabric, but I returned it because it's clearly not designed for people to actually work in!

Not the fault of the jacket, but I thought it would be a different style. It looked very militaristic, and I was expecting more of a barn or utility jacket. for someone else might be perfect. By the way, the customer service at L.L. Bean was excellent.

Style of jacket is great. However, the jacket is heavy and with no lining, it's almost impossible to get it on since it catches and drags against anything you are wearing, except perhaps a silk blouse. Too bad, I really wanted the jacket.

I'd love to keep this but it weighs a ton. It'd be a pain to lug around.

This fits and wears more like a shirt. I really wanted to like it but didn't want to spend over $100 for a shirt.

It's nice, but it runs shorter wasted than pictured.

Cute styled jacket but just not flattering on my short frame and felt stiff. Not soft and comfortable.

I ordered my normal size, but this jacket runs small, especially across the upper chest and upper arms. Being a jacket, it should feel loose and comfortable. Order a size up.

Returned this as the armholes don't seem to be cut right, especially when you raise your arms. Otherwise it seems well made.

The main problem is incorrect pattern drafting: Low armhole depth, incorrect sleeve pitch, lack of symmetry in the sleeve cap, insufficient cap ease (depth/width) to accommodate the human biceps and shoulders. Pattern drafting 101: Accommodate the angles, depth, width, ease of accommodating arm/shoulder anatomy, and associated movement while wearing the garment.

The sleeves are so tight. Can not have anything underneath . Had to return

Cute jacket but I couldn't wear it as the sleeves are too tight. I bought this in a 3x and it fits everywhere else but the sleeves. I had just a light long-sleeved shirt on and my arms were in a straightjacket. Maybe this would work with a sleeveless top but jackets should be large enough to cover what you are wearing. I am giving this away to a smaller-sized person. Very disappointed.