Orolay Women's Thickened Down Jacket

I LOVE this coat! It's cozy, comfortable, & keeps me nice & warm, despite my having the BMI of a praying mantis & an average body temperature of 97 degrees. I'm ALWAYS cold, but not in this bad boy.Amongst previous reviews & questions, there were some issues raised about the fill. According to the coat's tag, the fill is 90% down & 10% feathers, while the shell & lining is 100% polyester. Given the warmth of the coat (without being too heavy, FYI), I believe the tag's veracity.It looks cool as hell! I got the black &, with the silver zippers, orange lining, & unique silhouette, it's got a modern bomber jacket vibe.Let's talk about those magical pockets: Two vertical zip breast pockets, two horizontal zip hip pockets, & two vertical slip pockets behind the horizontal hip pockets. The magic is both in the number of pockets & their functionality, i.e. they're actually big enough to put things in, including a large, stainless steel drink bottle in the hip zip! Before I ordered this coat, I looked in brick & mortar stores at countless down coats ranging from $50 - $600. None of them had pockets so abunant & ample, a ridiculous cliché in women's garment design. The only thing missing in the Orolay is an interior breast pocket.I also would've liked a double front zipper, but the gusseted side zippers go plenty high enough to loosen up the coat around the hips to sit comfortably. This additional detailing also adds to the coat's aesthetic.The front "blanket" sections also have snaps down the length of the coat on either side of the front zipper that act much like expandable luggage to accommodate heavier sweaters or just loosen things up.I'm 5' 7", 110 lbs., 34" bust, 27" waist, 37" hips, & I ordered the small, which fit as expected. That said, I went for S over XS because my shoulder width of 18 inches is a M, so I had to strike a balance between the shoulders not being too tight, the arms being long enough (they are), & not drowning in the torso. If you have similar measurements & aren't built like a skinny linebacker, the XS will fit comfortably.The only remaining detail is the hood. It's not removable & it's big. Though it's lightweight & doesn't feel heavy on the shoulders when down. There's also a snap on either side of the collar to keep it in place. It's large when up, but there's approximately 3 inches of shell fabric trim around the hood's lining, & the trim stays put when folded over. The lining is super soft faux sherpa, which is why it's warm, but not heavy.I've also seen low quality stitching in some previous reviews, but all of the stitching in my coat was secure & done properly. Short of some stick in the zippers that fixed right up with a hit of WD-40, the quality is up to snuff.If you're a form over function, "feminine" silhouette type, this coat isn't for you. But if you dig unique design, comfort, & functionality, go for it.

I bought this coat after three of my coworkers wouldn’t stop raving about it—and wow, they were absolutely right. This is hands down the warmest, coziest winter coat I’ve ever owned. I live in a cold, windy area and this jacket has kept me comfortable on even the chilliest days.The quality is fantastic—thick, durable material, a smooth zipper, and a hood that actually stays up and protects from wind. The fit is flattering without being bulky, and I love all the little details like the soft inner lining and deep, zippered pockets.I’ve gotten so many compliments since wearing it, and now I’m the one telling my friends to grab one. If you’re debating, take this as your sign. Trust the coworker hype—this coat is the real deal!

2018: I'm 5'4 and 120lbs. I purchased a small and fits me perfectly....with enough room to layer, if necessary. The olive is a lighter color as noted in many reviews, but I like the color. The length of jacket hit me mid thigh at the back....the jacket is longer in the back than the front. I bought this jacket for New Year's in Tokyo. The temperature fluctuated between the low 30's at night to high 40's during the day. I wore a breathable, long sleeve top during the day, and then layered a thin wool sweater at night. It kept me warm and I felt quite fashionable among the sea of black and gray jackets. I did not have to carry a backpack/purse when I wore this jacket. Plenty of pockets to keep my personal belongings. Inside pockets would have been a plus. The jacket is quite bulky though. I packed it in my carry on and it took approx 1/3 of the total space. I have to agree with other people that the zipper is not the greatest quality, but I knew this from the start and took extra care in zipping/unzipping. It is also not the lightest jacket. You can feel the weight when you put it on. The hood is an added plus, since it is oversized. I was able to wear a beanie and put the hood on as well. Not meant for the rain as it drizzled in Tokyo and water was absorbed into the jacket, but not completely through. Overall, I still love the style of the jacket and how warm it kept me.2022: I realized I never hit the submit button back in 2018. Here I am again bc I loved the jacket so much I purchased a beige one in a Med. I'm now 5'4 and 130lbs and found that the small I purchased in 2018 still fit, but not enough for me to layer and move around comfortably. A few upgrades since 2018. The newer version now has an left interior pocket and heat thermal fabric that lines the upper back of the jacket. The fabric is matte vs the shinier version for the olive one I purchased back in 2018. The arms aren't tight, allowing me to wear a base layer and sweater underneath. Now the negatives: 1) again, bulky, 2) heavy, and 3) snap buttons on 2018 were very poor quality bc it completely snapped off the fabric. Not sure have the new version has improved but learned not to fuss w/ the snaps. I also plan to scotch guard the jacket to give it a bit more protection. And lastly, I solved the bulkiness/packing problem for my upcoming trip to Chicago & NYC. I placed the jacket in a size small SpaceSaver vacuum bag and it's now 1/4 the size. Hope this helps.