https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 09 May 2026 16:18:35 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats/page/2#post-1564257 Mon, 28 Sep 2015 19:56:01 +0000 Suz 1564257@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am with the others in feeling that gear coats are typically best for warmth. But I also agree with Lisa P that there are some amazing warm and STYLISH options as well. In particular, <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.soiakyo.com/ca/en/women/down-coats">Soia &amp; Kyo.&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;(They also make wool coats). Nordstrom's has <a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/sr?origin=keywordsearch&amp;contextualcategoryid=0&amp;keyword=soia+and+kyo">a few options from them.&nbsp;</a></p> <p>My own puffer coat is from another Canadian company called Lole. A version of the Find below. Very warm, good features, wears like iron.&nbsp;</p> <p>I also have several wool coats for slightly warmer temps.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats/page/2#post-1564210 Mon, 28 Sep 2015 18:10:50 +0000 Anonymous 1564210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When it is midwinter and below 0 F, you are not going to card as much about style. I agree with what Kkards said about having both snap and zipper (2-way for the car). I also like good side pockets open for easy access, no flap on top. I wear silk thermal underwear daily. It breaths in overheated indoor rooms better than many fabrics and foes not add bulk. Welcome to the Midwest. You will always have something in common with strangers...the weather. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats/page/2#post-1564202 Mon, 28 Sep 2015 17:53:08 +0000 Glory 1564202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would go with the warmest possible coat of the two you showed us. They both look good to me.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563993 Mon, 28 Sep 2015 09:44:27 +0000 Leighways 1563993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Personally I just love layering up. I live in New Zealand and during winter, spend a lot of time in the snow.</p> <p>I'd invest in long sleeved tees, thermal underwear and such. I've found that no matter how good the outwrwear is, the underclothes are what essentially keep you warm. My fave jacket is this huge, oversized man-jacket my uncle gave me. It's dark blue with two reflector strips and is rainproof - an absolute bonus. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563966 Mon, 28 Sep 2015 06:20:13 +0000 ananthimathur 1563966@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like all those you have worn! The grey one that @Astrid has shown is pretty too! I dig that! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563963 Mon, 28 Sep 2015 05:39:45 +0000 Elle 1563963@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a slight preference for the blue coat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563747 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 16:12:48 +0000 catgirl 1563747@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have the North Face Metropolitan down coat in blue and another long down coat from Nordstrom that is 10 years old in dark bronze. Both str warm because they are long. </p> <p>I also highly recommend the Skhoop down skirts which go over my regular clothes and are unbelievably cozy.</p> <p><a href="http://www.skhoop.us" rel="nofollow">http://www.skhoop.us</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563727 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 15:38:42 +0000 kkards 1563727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>this is just my opinion, but i like my down coats to have 2 options to close….so i prefer your 1st picture. on the coldest days, the zipper plus snaps add another layer to keep the chill/wind out. on the warmer days, just the snaps are usually enough.&nbsp;<br />also, i'm going to go against the grain, and recommend a light color….i think darker coats aren't any less likely to so winter dirt--ever brush up against a dirty car in a dark coat…instant white streaks.&nbsp;<br />also try llbean…. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563726 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 15:35:15 +0000 Jenny H 1563726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Astrid, that feedback is super helpful comparing the warmth of the Lands End Squall vs. the puffer! Thank you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563711 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 15:14:04 +0000 Astrid 1563711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the second one too! I have a Lands End down coat and a Lands End Squall Parka. It wasn't all that cold since I bought the puffer coat, so I couldn't really test it, but it seems to hold the warmth quite well. One issue I have with it right now is that it smelled kind of weird when I got it out of storage last week and I'm not sure why. Hopefully it's something that can be resolved with cleaning. I don't think the Squall Parka is as warm in comparison. I wore it in Hamburg 2013 when it was below freezing and also quite windy and I was cold. Probably also because I was sweating at the same time, because the jacket wasn't very breathable and we were walking all day. I've thought of selling it - I think I'd now prefer a wool coat or even lots of wool layers under my thin rain jacket to the Squall Parka. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563631 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 12:27:30 +0000 missvee 1563631@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I prefer the second one. I like the way it's quilted - the smaller squares define the waist area very well. How would the colour work for you? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563626 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 12:18:50 +0000 Jenny H 1563626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I still need to try the Lands End Squall Parka, but I was able to try a couple Lands End coats and here are my two favorites. I don't know why I'm making that crazy face in photo 1, lol!</p> <p>Thoughts/opinions? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563494 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 02:17:54 +0000 Echo 1563494@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just recently bought a full-length puffer coat. I have a stadium length puffer that is plenty warm, but found that when spending any time outdoors my legs were very cold (I tend to wear dress pants and not jeans). The full-length should take care of that issue. And while there is no doubt that the branded coats (Land's End, LL Bean, Patagonia, etc.) are warmer, I tend to run warm all year round, so a non-branded or "fashion branded" coat (though full length puffers are hardly fashionable!) works fine for me. For the longest time I was able to make do with a wool coat or other fashionable outerwear because I spent little time actually outdoors, but I have occasional outdoor recess duty with my new teaching position and a full length puffer is a necessity!</p> <p>And while these don't come with coats, it is VERY handy to have the hand warmers in your mittens or pockets. I like the Hot Hands ones you can buy at stores like Target. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563492 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 02:17:09 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1563492@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Patagonia Tres parka is fantastic. I think they are still making versions of it but mine is about five years old and going strong. I wear it for long outdoor walks in deep winter.</p> <p>If you just want a nice warm coat to go to work in, get something from J. Crew with thinsulate. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563464 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 01:02:02 +0000 JAileen 1563464@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If your credit card can stand it, order several from different companies (Lands End, Patagonia, etc.) and see what fits. Laurinda gave you an amazingly comprehensive list. I don't live in the midwest, just the high desert and have a Cabella's down puffer that is FABULOUS. I don't need it very often, but when I need it, I love it. I agree with Dee that gear brands know what they're doing. Last year I bought several Patagonia long waterproof coats with zip out liners. Some are warmer than others. The one I bought was NOT warm enough for our trip to Turkey in February. I ended up having to layer a nano puff jacket under it to be warm enough. It was okay for a trip, but I wouldn't want to do that on a daily basis.</p> <p>ETA: if it matters to you, North Face is good quality but they put their giant logo on front AND back. I overlooked this for a super soft fleece jacket that I just bought from them. Patagonia is much more subtle in that regard. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563448 Sun, 27 Sep 2015 00:18:05 +0000 lisaflex 1563448@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>some northface are not so waterproof imho so read tags. we all have northface also but the best by far is the landsend below knee length for waterproof and warmness! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563439 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 23:47:02 +0000 Dee 1563439@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Echoing what others have said. Definitely a down filled parka or puffer. I've found that this is an area where brand/price makes a difference, in that most of the nicer gear brands are worth the money and will keep you warmer than a down coat made by a non-gear designer. I like LLbean. North Face and Patagonia. My favorite one in terms of style was the Patagonia Downtown Loft Parka.</p> <p>And congrats on your job offer and the move! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563409 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 21:44:53 +0000 Windchime 1563409@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on the job offer, and welcome to the Midwest! </p> <p>I bought my first Lands End puffer coat last year, and now totally understand why they're so popular. Mine is a black knee-length coat with a hood. It's so lightweight that you wouldn't think it could keep you warm, but it certainly did, all winter long, no matter how cold it became. I wore it for everything from running errands to work or church and received many compliments. Would definitely recommend! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563401 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 21:22:15 +0000 Laurinda 1563401@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What to look for:<br />Down-filled or good poly-fill if you are wearing it over a sweater.<br />Water-repellent<br />Dark color to hide winter dirt<br />A bit over-sized to fit over a sweater or fleece jacket<br />A waist drawstring is handy to keep some semblance of a shape<br />Long enough to cover your buns<br /> with a two-way zipper for car/bus sitting ease<br />A storm flap over the zipper (but be careful with velcro, it can catch and snag scarves)<br />Hooded<br />Sleeve cuffs that block wind<br />Hand-warming (fleece-lined)&nbsp; side-entry pockets<br />Extra snap/velcro or zipper outer pockets <br />Inside pocket(s) with zipper or velcro</p> <p>Madison specific: consider if you will be living within a walk or bus<br /> commute (cold waits!) or will be driving to work. (Or biking, some folks do that year-round Also expect to need two winter coats or jackets, different lengths, weights, or ruggedness etc -- we might wear them from November through April.</p> <p><a href="http://www.landsend.com/products/womens-squall-parka/id_288191_59?cm_mmc=139971612&amp;source=GS&amp;003=56492216&amp;010=4300426" rel="nofollow">Lands' End "Squall" Parkas</a> are great, but check out the reviews to see if there are any problems with the current model. One year they left off the two-way zipper! They regularly have 30 to 40% off. Depending on your size you might luck out at a thrift or consignment store, LE is pretty common around here and people sell them because they are tired of the color before they wear out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563331 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 17:18:18 +0000 Thistle 1563331@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I live in the Midwest, and gear jackets reign supreme here in winter. There is a reason Lands End was founded in Wisconsin :)&nbsp; I have ones from Land's End, LL Bean and Columbia. All are good and warm. I usually opt for the Warmest.</p> <p>Down is great, but I also like some of the manmade fabrications as they can also take the snow. I live near Lake Michigan, so we get a lot of thick, wet snow as well as cold. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563327 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 17:13:01 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1563327@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely down. &nbsp;I prefer a length that is just above the knee. &nbsp;If they are too long, I find it a pain to get in and out of cars and it can interfere with my long stride (a necessity when it is really cold). &nbsp;I also like to have a few lengths. &nbsp;Just past the bum is really good when you are only going from the car to the destination but don't want to freeze on the way. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563322 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 17:05:04 +0000 Elle 1563322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree with all of the above. Down, layers, and knee length. &nbsp;When it gets to be mid-winter, style has to take a back seat to warmth. &nbsp;All of the above-mentioned brands are good. &nbsp;The LL Bean temperature ratings (the only ones I've used) seem accurate to me.</p> <p>Good luck with your move! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563298 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 16:25:18 +0000 Rebecca1147 1563298@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Down and down. And make sure it covers your bum. That makes a world of difference. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563296 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 16:15:32 +0000 rachylou 1563296@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ankle length down with a waist and a two-way zipper... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563293 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 16:04:29 +0000 Jenny H 1563293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>lisap: </b>I'm hoping to move closer to my family in Michigan. I have some potential job leads there however I currently have an attractive offer for a job in Madison, WI and I am seriously considering accepting it.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563290 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 16:02:05 +0000 Jenny H 1563290@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm enjoying all the responses so far! Thank you everyone. Are there any of the gear type coats that you find to be particularly stylish? Perhaps the holy grail is a warm coat that also looks good.</p> <p>Also, have people found the temperature ratings that some companies offer for their coats to be accurate? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563270 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 14:51:24 +0000 ma342 1563270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Native Midwesterner here, though I now live in New England. In addition to getting one with down, and at least knee length, make sure it has a hood. I can't tell you how much difference that will make on windy days. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563267 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 14:45:03 +0000 Colette 1563267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm in the midwest too. I agree that you are going to need something down filled with a hood and at least one warm and waterproof pair of snow boots. The brand suggestions above are great.</p> <p>And as missvee points out LAYER! I run cold so I have thin silk long underwear I wear under my clothes on the coldest days and I wear Smartwool socks. Don't forget a hat, scarf and gloves.</p> <p>If budget is a concern, something like this coat might be a good starting point:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.costco.com/1-Madison-Ladies'-Down-Coat-with-Faux-Fur-Hood-and-Inner-Vest-Gunmetal.product.100160961.html#">http://www.costco.com/1-Madiso.....0961.html#</a> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.costco.com/1-Madison-Ladies'-Down-Coat-with-Faux-Fur-Hood-and-Inner-Vest-Gunmetal.product.100160961.html"></a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563250 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 14:04:18 +0000 marianna 1563250@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm in the Midwest. Agree on a gear brand down coat. I like Eddie Bauer, LL Bean, Lands End, or North Face. Those hold up best to the elements in my experience. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-favorite-warm-winter-coats#post-1563244 Sat, 26 Sep 2015 13:42:59 +0000 missvee 1563244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anything down filled will be super toasty. If you run cold, a cashmere sweater underneath is the ultimate in warmth. No, actually a silk blouse under a cashmere sweater under a down filled coat is the ultimate in warmth. I would pass out from the heat though :-).<br /> If you're buying a parka/ puffer, make sure the hood fits too. </p>