Patagonia Rubicon Puff Ski Jacket - Insulated (For Women)

I searched the internet exhaustively for a review of this coat but found none, so I am going to try to be as informative as I can for buying a coat in the middle of summer. The fit is trim: I am 5'10" and ordered a large. I tried it on with a fleece underneath (the way I typically wear a winter coat) and there is not as much room for free movement as I would like. However, the added insulation in this coat might make a fleece pointless, but then could leave me to cold if I need to take the coat off but need another (lighter) layer. It's 80 degrees outside right now, so I really don't know. Without the fleece, the coat fits okay - a bit close (not tight) in the shoulders, and a bit short, but not enough to cause problems (at least I don't think). Despite the extra insulation, the coat is not bulky or heavy. The sleeves are a bit long (they hit the middle of my hand). Not a disaster, but I am on the taller side for a woman and they might be monstrous on a shorter person wearing a large. This coat has all the great extras, zip off hood with a soft fleece lining and draw cord around the collar. In fact, it has draw cords all over the place for a great custom fit. I bought this coat on a special so got 30% off of the sale price, so given the price I think I'll keep it, even if it isn't going to replace every aspect of my last winter coat that served me for 12 years. My bottom line is this: I could go either way on this coat and would recommend a friend try it on first. But the price was right and I am keeping it.

This is the famous outfit used in the movie Twilight. Bella Swan's costume. I had been looking for it. It is so comfortable and nice. I love it.