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Which Coat? [6 vote(s)]

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Marc Jacobs

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Hi everyone!  As many of you know, I just relocated to New England and am starting to stock up on heavier clothing to keep me warm in the winter.  I have been told that I need to get a mid-length down jacket.  Lands End is having F&F so I am looking at these, but are they frumpy??  I refuse to get one longer than knee length and I would get it in black FWIW.  Although I am buying it more for practicicality than style, I still don't want to look bad!  So, do you like any of these and if so, which one:

1) this one but it is not as long, only comes to the thigh:


2) this one that has fleece lining - simple and basic and a bit longer:


3) or this one, which has a fur lined hood and a slight sheen. not sure if that would be cute or not and i don't feel well enough to go look at it (nor do i have the time):


 



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I voted for #3. I have a very similar one only it's full-length and I have gotten (is "gotten" a word?) a TON of wear out of it.



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Hermes

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also, if you're not committed to Lands End, take a look at overstock.

This one is very similar to mine (DKNY) and it's half the price (unless you're getting 50% off through F&F):



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Marc Jacobs

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Thanks, D! I think this one too long for me though - I'm only 5 ft tall and the proportions wouldn't look right, but it's cute. LE F&F is only 25% but I'll also get $ back through ebates. I buy a lot of my kids clothes there so I'm going to place a big order. I have found their jackets for kids to be really good quality for the price, which is why I'm considering buying a jacket there for myself (I don't normally shop there for myself, as the clothes for adults seem a bit matronly IMO) just for running errands. I've ruled out #1 but am still undecided about 2 and 3. Thanks for your help though! My only issue with # 3 is that it says it has a shine to it; not sure if I want that. Leanings towards 2.

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I also want to buy from LE b/c I can return it to the store if it doesn't work out. With overstock, I'd have to mail it back and I'm too lazy.

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I'm not a fan of down coats personally. But if I had to choose, I'd go with #3 because it has some uniqueness to it.

Honestly, I get cold easily and I live in Chicago (where cold takes on a new meaning during January.) I wear a knee length wool coat with thinsalite (or however you spell it.) Sometimes when it's really cold I'll layer with a fleece under the coat. In fact, layers are you best friend come winter.

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Thanks, Boots. I have a wool coat with thinsulate from J Crew, (but it is long and a bit heavy). This reminds me that I need to get at least one fleece jacket - I don't have any!

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Hermes

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Totally understand, alb! Down isn't the cutest, but it sure is lightweight and WARM!

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I ordered the second one. I think it will be useful for walking the dog and taking the kids to the playground (or to play in the snow).

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Good, I liked 2 best - just can't believe people still wear fur, sorry.

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I'm guessing that it's fake fur. I don't know if I've seen real fur on anything mass retail in a while.

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I vote for #3. I have a sort of hybrid between 2 & 3. It has no fur but it is knee-length with an oversized pillow collar and it's a charcoal color. I believe it's by steve by searle. They have some cuter, less ordinary down options IMO. I agree down is not the cutest, but it is a lifesaver for me during winters. You won't regret a down coat out in New England!

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This is the coat I own:

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Looks like this is this year's version:

http://www.searlenyc.com/store/product1862.html

I swear their prices skyrocketed. I do not remember paying that much for my coat.  Actually, I'm SURE I didn't. I wouldn't.  I will keep an eye out for other options that are cute and convenient.



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Ooh I like #3!!

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I have one exactly like number 2, and I am also 5 feet tall. It's not overpowering at all and nice to wear on those really bitterly cold days.

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