Women's Parka

After about 20 hours of searching for the full on winter parka that still left me looking like a human female instead of a walking sleeping bag, I found this beauty. I live in the windy high desert abutting the High Sierra, temps hitting zero at times and freezing or below 180 days a year. I'm 5'8" 135 lbs., long arms, broad shoulders, slim torso, biggish butt, athletic. The medium is like it was made for my body. I can wear a shirt or very thin sweater underneath, which I prefer, as I HATE feeling restricted and this coat lets me move pretty freely while still being a slim fit. Wouldn't use it for skiing, but it's not made for that: great for hiking, playing in the snow with the young 'uns, outdoor events, etc.

Keeps me super warm in single digit NYC weather!For reference, I am 5'6" and 127 pounds and ordered a size small

THE BEST winter jacket EVER. It's long (to my knees) but there's a double zipper so you can still sit down and move your legs if you needed, the hood comes off, the pockets are fleece, there's an inside pocket, and its suuuuper warm. I don't usually make purchases this expensive but decided to invest in a good coat that will last a long time. This coat seems to be amazing quality and has all the features that I was looking for. Soooooo happy :)

If you want to be warm, and not just muscling through the cold, get this coat! I have had severe frostbite and hypothermia in the past and am very sensitive to the cold, this coat has kept me really warm. We're currently in a freeze (sub zero windchill) and I've been outside in this all day. I would have not known it wearing this coat. It is just that good!Update on January 7th 2018:I'm in Chicago and have been dealing with sub zero temps much like everyone else across the country... This coat is so warm and really has exceeded my highest hopes and expectations. Can't say enough good about it. Bonus that it's an attractive coat! Those features usually don't come together.

This jacket is so warm and the best. Literally if not as good than better than a Canada Goose jacket

Love Love Love this cost. I consider myself on the plus side size 14W. 5ft 5in. I ordered an XXL and it's a great fit. The length of the coat touches the tips of my knees and I also have room for a bulky sweater or suite jacket. The sleeves are perfect ( a little bit below the wrist). BTW, If you're still not sure about size. The size measurement on North Face's website was spot on. Additionally, the image on this website can be a little misleading. The coat is light weight and not as bulky as the image on the site. I understand, it's a big purchase and I did a bit of research before purchasing the coat. So far I'm happy with my decision.

Love. SO WARM. Also longer than I expected. I am 5'4", and this comes just short of my knees which is perfect. I was considering getting a very long puffer coat for my walk to work, but my concern was that they usually aren't waterproof, and a coat is only warm until it is wet. This is the perfect solution, since it is waterproof and pretty long. Just grab a pair of snowboots to cover your legs and you're good to go in all but the most severe weather. I got Sorel Joan of Arctics to go with it, and I look pretty awesome if I do say so myself. Both are absolutely worth the money as an investment. Good quality lasts, so you won't be buying replacements every year.

This coat is extremely warm and cozy. I ordered this coat in a medium as per the recommendation from NorthFace website. The coat fits fine with a thick sweater underneath, however the shoulders are bulky and arms are super long, the seams on the coat front make the chest appear saggy, the waist is fitted which is nice, but it’s not adjustable. I love the quality but the fit was awkward. I had to return. Reference 5’7 135lbs, 36b