Parka

[SprinkleLiberally]

Can you help? I'd love a new parka this year. Bum covering. Maybe blue, grey, black or dark green. Ideally at least showerproof and with an actual waist. I see people in ones I like but have scoured the internet and not really happened upon one. Do any of you have such a thing? Thanks

[Lighthousekeeping]

I need a coat for New York in November. Is Timberland cheaper there?

[UriGeller]

Does anyone have this one? I really like it but need to know, Is it warm?
ASOS

[Imwoodword]

Target parka - I'm an 8-10 and got a 10 and its roomy enough for a jumper but not huge. I'm a 32FF and its fine.

[Quenelle]

I love that asos one Uri. I'd like to know how waterproof it is too.

[disguiseme]

Possibly being really dim here but I can't see the code box for putting in the discount code for the target dry coat?

[mizu]

Looking for a parka too, saw a nice (and cheap one) in Sainsbos but that H and M one is the one for me.

[ZenWarrierPrincess]

Uri I recently ordered the ASOS one, but had to return it for an exchange as the fit was really big. I'm a 12 in coats so ordered the S size which says it's 10-12 but it was really big. Coat was lovely and warm, though, with a big hood which actually covered my head! (Sometimes they sit half way). And it had drawstrings in the middle and at the bottom. No idea if waterproof yet as waiting for exchange to arrive but it looked like it would be ok??

[stinkingbishop]

zen am v keen on the ASOS one. I'm a 12 on top, and short (5'3") - do you think I should get the XS then?

[mumonaptamission]

Princerogers will you report back when it arrives about how it is for a shorty? I don't want to spend half its value on alterations.

Worried they will sell out soon just on the back of all this MN interest!

[UriGeller]

Aaah, thanks zen you're a star.
I'm a 10-12 but I really like the way it looks oversized. Thanks for letting me know its warm, I'm going to go for it. Bring on the weather!

[KatieScarlett2833]

Ordered this one in Navy with 20% off. It's pissing down here so I hope it hurries up
www.whitestuff.com/mobile/woodland-parka-prod406521_navy/

[ZenWarrierPrincess]

Stinking I'm 5'7" the S was big on the shoulders and arms on me - like i was wearing DH's coat. The drawstrings helped a bit but sizing more like a 14. I'm a 10/12 on top with no boobs And I generally get coats in a 12 so I can get layers on underneath if needed. The front came down to mid-thigh and a bit longer on the back. It's free delivery and free returns though so it's easy (and free!) to try it on.

[ZenWarrierPrincess]

Uri sure the cold weather will be here very soon! Good luck with the coat

[ZenWarrierPrincess]

Sorry for the double posts

[GobblersKnob]

I was going to get the asos Monki one, but the fact that it was 100% polyester in and out put me off, too sweaty. I think it is meant to be hugely oversized though, the model is teeny and the coat is ginormous. Very oversized is very in with the kids atm

[mumtosp]

I'm also on the hunt for a parka and came across these in Warehouse

www.warehouse.co.uk/faux-fur-hooded-button-parka/coats-&-jackets/warehouse/fcp-product/4212990110

www.warehouse.co.uk/detachable-faux-fur-parka/coats-&-jackets/warehouse/fcp-product/4212990328

Question: would you wear these to work or get something more formal like a coat... I really don't want to spend on a parka and a coat :(

[twinsagogo]

i've got one of these. not lined or anything but roomy. got a drawstring waist. it's in sale
www.charlotteandco.co.uk/fishtail-parka-with-hood-and-fur-trim

[LimeLeaafLizard]

I decided to go for the Target dry one, thanks to MN. Very satisfying entering the discount code!

[SprinkleLiberally]

That last one looks good actually. Will go to h and m this weekend and if not will order Target Dry or Charlotte one. Target Dry may become ubiquitous. ..

[disguiseme]

Ah thank you I found it! I was clicking on Paypal checkout which bypasses the discount code part.

[bunnymother]

Hmm, anyone seen a down coat that is also waterproof and also looks good? I just bought the Zara down filled one that's £109. Looks good and is down filled. But not waterproof. Do you think I could spray it w waterproof spray? I wish I had bought the Barbour Arctic Down coat last year when it was still down filled. Cynical me does not believe poly can be as warm as down.

I have a North Face which is down filled and waterproof but the lining is poly and not esp warm. Neither does it look particularly good.

[CMMM]

Personally I always size up as I am a cold person and need to be able to fit bulky jumpers under coats. I have just ordered with the discount code so thanks so much for all the tips.

[Lighthousekeeping]

I've just bought the Target one. We will all end up wearing it!

[spookyskeleton]

Sparepants - what is the length like on the H&M one? I ordered it a couple of days ago and waiting for it to be delivered. I am 5ft 8 so need a longer coat.

I do like the Target one though and it says it is longer length so I am v tempted.

To whoever asked about work, I just wear one coat for everything mainly because I do the school run on the way to work anyway and secondly my coat gets hung up as soon as I get to the office so it really doesn't matter.