Classic Down Parka 1.0

I'm so happy I purchased this coat. It has every feature I wanted - detachable hood, fleece wrist cuffs, two-way zipper, plenty of warmth and it's lightweight. I especially appreciate the hood that, surprisingly, fits in comparison to other hooded coats I have that seem to be designed for long-necked models. In addition to all these pluses, the coat looks slimming. I'm 5.6" and the coat hits about 2" above my knees. My measurements on the sizing chart put me on the high end of a large, but I ordered the XL because I usually wear pullover sweaters or heavier tops during winter. My hips are a little larger than my bust which put me right on the boarder between the large and extra-large. The extra-large fits nicely with heavier clothing. A note on the temperature guidance. I was originally looking at one of the parkas with 650 fill and rated to a low of -45. I visited my local Eddie Bauer store to test the sizing and the salesperson mentioned that the coat I was looking at (I believe it was the Lodge Cascadian Parka) had many returns because people thought it was too heavy and too hot. I decided that this coat, with a rating down to -35, was plenty for Upstate New York. Bottom line, I've never seen -35 here and if I did, the only reason I'd be leaving my house would be if my house was on fire. Another note, I tried on the Crystal Ridge Parka. The colors are lovely, but the material has a stiffness that you can feel when you move. This Classic Down Parka doesn't have that. It is nice and soft.

This coat was an exceptional buy. I bought 3 other coats online before I found this one. It's warm and comfortable. I bought two sizes larger so I can fit comfortably over thick sweaters with sweatshirts over them. Yes,I'm cold natured. The zipper works well. Other coats had horrible zippers. I wear it for long walks outside with my dog in cold winds. It keeps me warm and comfortable. Hits just below my knees. It was half the price of the others I returned and by far the best. I'll definitely shop Eddie Bauer more often for quality clothing at reasonable prices.

Very nice dark blue or navy coat. Adjustable zip off hood. Fur also zips off. Double zip. Two zip pockets, interior velcro pocket. Adjustable waist cord. Storm cuffs. Reaches to just above my knees. I think this will be wa enough for NH. It is very comfortable.