https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 18:45:01 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge/page/2#post-2240076 Mon, 22 Nov 2021 18:27:02 +0000 CarolS 2240076@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just ordered the Heavenly Long <b>direct from Columbia on their Black Friday promotion</b>. Same price as the one I got from The Bay -- but with an added $7 for shipping. </p> <p>I'll take that as a low-hassle win. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge/page/2#post-2239910 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 22:05:28 +0000 CarolS 2239910@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's a picture of the damage to the Heavenly Long. I suppose a couple of stitches would address the damage to the seam. But I wonder if washing would remove the dark mark? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239893 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 17:56:01 +0000 CarolS 2239893@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I also picked up one of these from Eddie Bauer -- thinking I can layer it under my larger burgundy puffer when it is really cold.&nbsp;<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.eddiebauer.ca/p/20612425/women's-cirruslite-2.0-down-parka?sp=1&amp;color=Seapine&amp;size=L&amp;sizeType=Regular">https://www.eddiebauer.ca/p/20.....pe=Regular</a></p> <p>It's pretty lightweight but they say it's good to minus 20-something C when performing 'moderate' activity -- who knows what that really translates to. It comes in a few colours including burgundy, navy&nbsp; (twilight!) and light grey. </p> <p>Good luck with the hunt!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239890 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 17:47:04 +0000 Suz 2239890@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, bummer. That coat is not available on the website. But I can look for it elsewhere. It might work well for my climate. I tried the Lake 22 coat but I didn't like it so much -- it felt a bit cheaply made.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239885 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 17:35:06 +0000 Jonesy 2239885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, that's a bummer that the first one has sold out! Maybe they will re-stock? How frustrating that the security tag damaged the garment. I like both coats--the first one seems more lightweight, while the second one looks like it would be especially toasty on the coldest days? I agree with your deep analysis on what exactly you need/would be practical. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239872 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 16:36:14 +0000 CarolS 2239872@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Kkards. I did see that it was available at full price on Columbia's site, but it truly never occurred to me to ask about a price match. I'll give that some thought.</p> <p>The other thing I really still have to chew on is not only what do I like -- but WHAT DO I NEED???!! What will I wear underneath, and where will it be most useful? And because my wardrobe is in such flux and I'm not sure how much my shape will change over the winter, I don't have answers to some of those questions.&nbsp;</p> <p>I do think I need something that is not too bulky but still reasonably warm, and can pass for dressy (well, casual Winnipeg winter dressy) -- ie the shape has some style, although not necessarily fitted, it is probably black, cream, metallic, or possibly even a bold colour -- and has some room underneath for layering.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239870 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 16:18:06 +0000 kkards 2239870@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do like a light colored puffer…my experience with them as been excellent, sorry that the bay has sold out of the 1st one, but it does look like it’s available on Columbia’s site, of course not on sale, but maybe they would price match </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239850 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 15:07:49 +0000 Angie 2239850@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another vote for #1! LOVE it on you. Gorgeous with your hair. Make sure you can layer under it properly too </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239846 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 15:02:56 +0000 Tanya 2239846@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another vote for the first one, I hope you manage to find it again.&nbsp; &nbsp; The second one looks good, too, but the first one is definitely sleeker, if that is something that matters to you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239838 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 14:43:35 +0000 CarolS 2239838@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's certainly something to consider, Approprio. Thanks! I will have to look at the damage again to decide if it is something I could mitigate and live with. </p> <p>Thanks, suntiger. I am stalking it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239823 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 13:35:58 +0000 Anonymous 2239823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the first one more too! Hopefully it will return so you can reorder. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239819 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 11:55:59 +0000 approprio 2239819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you like the damaged coat enough to keep it, take it back to the shop and ask for a partial refund. If they can’t replace it, they should at least compensate for the damage.&nbsp;FWIW, that’s what I would do. I think it looks great.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239810 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 06:48:48 +0000 CarolS 2239810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ahhh, poop -- I just got an email saying that they sold out and have cancelled my order. I am just not sure if the damaged spot on the one I have can be made right. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239809 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 06:43:33 +0000 CarolS 2239809@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cee, it's not there yet (quite lovely today, actually, all things considered), but that stage is coming when you don't give a rat's fuzzy bottom about what anything looks like as long as it keeps you moderately warm. Thanks for the fabulous chuckle!</p> <p>Rachy -- white puffy club seems like a thing -- there are a few of us yearning for the ones that got away!</p> <p>Shevia -- I think I also have to do some styling with my existing red parka to think how or if I would wear it. I wore it quite a bit a couple of winters ago and not at all recently (it was a bit snug). The biggest downside of the red one is that the hood is just SO heavy it literally unzips itself from the jacket.&nbsp;The hood on the white one is much neater.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239795 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 04:21:22 +0000 Jaime 2239795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is not that I don't like the second one but I like the first one more. I think some more styling and imaging when you would wear both are in order. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239785 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 03:56:18 +0000 rachylou 2239785@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah, it’s gorgeous. Now I miss the glorious ankle-length white puffy I once had, lol </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239770 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 02:30:50 +0000 Cee 2239770@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm guessing it's cold enough by now to not really care that much about style as long as the bugger keeps you warm ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239759 Sun, 21 Nov 2021 00:00:50 +0000 CarolS 2239759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Suz. The first one is the Heavenly long jacket by Columbia -on sale at The Bay. </p> <p>Thanks for the first -hand experience, Glory. Nice to find another Winnipeggers, even if ex pat! I kind of figured the sleeker one would be more limited, so it's good to have confirmation. </p> <p>The second style I have is called Peak to Park, I think. Not sure how it compares to lay de down - there was really a limited selection in the store. I think I will have warmth covered elsewhere, so won't worry as much with this one. </p> <p>Jenni, it might just be a funny angle because the second one is quite loose. I'd have compared with a medium if they had one. But I think I am leaning harder toward the first one... Thanks! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239756 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 23:49:35 +0000 Jenni NZ 2239756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t think the second one fits as well. You can see in pic 3 it looks like it is pulling just where the lower zip is opened?<br /> The faux fur collar is pretty with your hair, I agree. But on balance, I think keep the first style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239754 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 23:46:14 +0000 Glory 2239754@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great colour for you. I think the first one is the heavenly hooded jacket. I have an older version in burgundy and it is a great light weight jacket. On the downside I can only wear it until about -5.&nbsp;<div>Last year I purchased a mid weight Columbia called Lay d down with omni heat. This takes me through the hard parts of the winter here in Ottawa - but I hail from Winnipeg.<br />I feel both look great and love the winter white. For me it would depend on how warm you need it to be.</div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239752 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 23:36:37 +0000 Suz 2239752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like that first coat! Do you mind telling me the name and style number? I am in search of a lightweight puffer and would love white.&nbsp;</p> <p>The second one looks great too, but it might not be necessary with your burgundy and red? Though I know your winters are really long and variety is good!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239751 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 22:28:12 +0000 JAileen 2239751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The first one looks sleeker, but the second one looks warmer.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239749 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 21:29:51 +0000 CarolS 2239749@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you cat2, slim cat, Chewyspaghetti, Grace, Kate, nomad and lozz! I am usually more comfortable with surrendering my waist, but I do like this one, too -- in part because it reminds me a bit of my 'original' white coat. I don't know how warm this one will be in dead of winter, but it would fill a hole for something a bit dressier and not bulky.</p> <p>I am crossing my fingers that the one I have ordered will work out.</p> <p>Irina -- thanks for voting for #2! </p> <p>I don't mind surrendering my waist, especially for warmth. So the higher loft and furry hood of the second one hold their own appeal. That said, I have an older red one with a faux fur hood, and I've imagined that my new burgundy one will be what I wear for cold weather walks. (I also just picked up a packable down jacket (also in burgundy) to layer underneath that one for extra warmth. So I might be harder pressed to really justify the second white one.</p> <p>This is why it is so much easier to just have on basic black parka -- no waffling! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239744 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 20:55:56 +0000 lozz_oz 2239744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My preference is also #1. The quilt pattern is more even giving the coat a dressier vibe and trimmer fit. #2 is more relaxed, but also looks good. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239734 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 19:30:39 +0000 Irina 2239734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I actually like the second one more The faux fur works great with your hair and I like the roomier fit.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239729 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 18:55:01 +0000 Nomad 2239729@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Also throwing in my vote for the first one! Lovely shape and looks great on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239727 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 18:33:28 +0000 Kate 2239727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yet another vote for the first one. Sleek and a great fit. The second is a bit boxier, and not quite as flattering a fit. I share your love for white (in my case, cream) colored outerwear. I really miss my knee-length cream puffer with the big hood. Would love to replace it someday. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239726 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 18:25:45 +0000 Grace 2239726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the first one better. The faux fur collar on the second coat seems like a bit too much textile for the overall look of the coat. I'm also noticing a tighter quilting pattern in the lower half of the coat with the first option, which I think makes it a more flattering/dressier garment. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239722 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 17:56:25 +0000 chewyspaghetti 2239722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>cat2tookthe words out of my mouth. That first one is a definate keeper- love it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-different-kind-of-outerwear-challenge#post-2239721 Sat, 20 Nov 2021 17:54:47 +0000 slim cat 2239721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The first one looks sleeker and dressier a bit. Hope the one ordered will be fine. The second puffer looks sportier-casual - nice too. </p>