“Too much flare”

“I had high hopes of this coat. I'm a short (5'4") curvy woman who usually wears a size 10 petite. I bought the size 12 petite, hoping that it would allow enough room for sweaters, etc., underneath. The coat is made out of good fabric, very well made. I liked the length. But the cut made me look square. The skirt has so much flare that it just sticks out on the sides. If I had no hips, that might not be a problem. But on me, it made me look 3' tall! It's also a bit bulky--not a good coat for packing in a side pocket of your suitcase for taking out at need. Might be good for taller, slim-hipped women who want to wear it on and off planes, etc.”