I ordered this olive outdoor jacket, in hopes it would be a cool enough olive color. I was also hoping it had a two-way zipper, to make it a good piece to bicycle in. The description didn't mention a two-way zipper, but sometimes Nordstrom doesn't mention that feature even if it is present.

It arrived today, and I love the color and style! The color is a cool, almost dusty shade of olive (olive mixed with black). The fabric is a little bit shiny, and the gunmetal hardware is also shiny, so the coat has a polished casual feel. It is lacking the two-way zipper, but the style is cut short enough and with enough width at the hem that I wouldn't need the two-way zipper.

I want to keep this coat. However, I think this one is a little big, so I have just ordered the next smaller size. (I'm usually size S, which is what I ordered first. The XS is on its way to compare.)

Here are the photos, for anyone considering. If you see the way the cape feature on the back sticks out in the middle, I think that is happening because the shoulders are too wide on me. Fingers crossed for the XS to be just right.

1-2: worn straight, without the waist cinched

3-4: with the waist cinched inside

No styling--it's too hot! Also, the red rectangle on my calf is a temporary tattoo from a local group called Women Endurance Biking. We're wearing them for a big ride tomorrow, around Mount Rainier! I'm so excited.