Mountain Hardwear Mera Parka - Waterproof (For Women)

I really like this jacket, although I could use just a tad more room around the torso and hips. I ordered the medium because that's my normal size (I'm 5'6" and 135#), but waivered between the medium and large based on the reviews. I went with the medium and it fits well, but I think I would be a little happier if it was a little looser. I am comfortable wearing a fleece over cotton top underneath the jacket, but don't know if one more layer would be too tight. Since the jacket is quite warm by itself, and very stylish, I'm quite happy with my purchase and will be keeping the jacket. Oh...and I absolutely LOVE the hood!

I, too, ordered several different jackets (including some costing a lot more) and chose to keep the Mera. I can't say anything about durability yet, but I've been very happy with other Mountain Hardwear items. Sizing seems accurate. I usually wear a 4, and the small fits, feels and looks great. It gives me room to layer a fleece or sweater underneath (as a shell should) without looking too bulky.

I'm 5ft 90lbs and bought the XS based on all the great reviews. This jacket fits almost all right, but unfortunately, it isn't for me. I found the material too stiff and hard, and the pit zips under the armpits are too bulky and uncomfortable.

I love Mountain Hardware and I'm very happy with this jacket as well. Well made and stylish. I got an XS at first and had it exchanged for Small, as XS was a little too tight to wear layers underneath. I'm a 5'2" 105lb petite woman and I usually get XS for anything. The color Lemon Grass was not as yellow as I had worried. It's more of a shade of green so I'm happy about that too.

Bought this item for my wife for Christmas. I was sad to see that the medium which is her normal fit for Mountain Hardwear was way to big. Huge in the arms, extra wide in the body. Product is of excellent quality and just bad sizing by MH. Find the right size and you have an excellent jacket!