A marvel of tailoring and engineering. Light, impervious, why-didn't-anyone-think-of-that-before details.

This coat is beautiful; its cut and how it shapes are perfect. It looks better in real life than it does in the picture. While the traditional A-line coats have been meant to be worn with a skirt, this coat looks great with either a skirt or trousers. It can be dressed up or down. The fabric, the buttons and the workmanship are the first class (although, I wouldn't mind a higher content of angora in it). It's not a surprise that Schneider's is recognized in Europe as the ultimate quality. I have more than 10 wool coats, most of them are Italian, but Schneider's Anika has become my instant favourite. Regarding the sizing, it is true to US sizes but runs large for European sizes. I am US size 4 and the coat is US size 4 – it fits me perfectly; this size is listed as European 34, while it fits like European 36 – but I found it common with Austrian and Bavarian cloths. Sierra, thank you for carrying this brand.

Purchased as a dressy casual coat, suitable for wear with a suit, but primarily for use with a sport coat or sweater. I now plan to use as a travel coat. Despite some of the other reviews, I found the material and constuction quality high.