Protected Species Commuter coat

[QueenOfTheAndals]

Does anyone have one of these? What's the fit like? I'm thinking of getting one using the MN discount code but I'm a bit worried that it'll be too shapeless and make me look bigger than what I am! The mac is nice but a bit too pricey and the parka is a bit mum on the school run. I like the bomber but unfortunately the code doesn't cover that!

Anyone?

I’ve got one, I don’t think it makes me look big. I did size down though- I’m usually a 10 but got the 6-8. It’s been very handy this week!

I love mine and I don't find it shapeless at all. I find it works well in my apple shape as it's definitely narrow at the bottom. Often think it might not work on a pear but I could be wrong.
Either way, surely you could return if you don't like it?

Thanks, I'll take a risk and order one then!

I think someone was talking about the Commuter on the autumn wardrobe thread. You may need to go back a couple of pages.
For what it’s worth I got the mac on an offer this time last year and it’s pretty much paid for itself already.

I have just ordered the Parka using the MN code. I got black and I went for a size 10-12 because I am a slim 12. Hopefully it won't be too small! They are stunning coats. The Commuter is nice but it looks too grown up for me!

Got the commuter - absolutely love it and find it actually quite flattering. I’m a 10/12 and go t the 10. Love it. Just wish I’d waited for the discount code .

But love it anyway and look forward to showery days ☔️ now.

Ps. Did I mention that I love it

Where would I find the MN code please? Just looked at the website thanks to this thread and love the coat but discount would be handy.

Oh! I had a look at this now "famous" coat off the back of this and other threads as I will shortly be walking to work after changing jobs.

To my delight I realised I have an almost identical coat from David Barry (bought at TK Maxx). It's incredibly flattering and I absolutely love it.

Ooh yes please I would like the discount code too! Just back to work after mat leave and have been eyeing up the mac for ages....

MN code is MUMSNET40 and it runs out tomorrow

Wow thanks BobbinThreadbare123 ! Funnily enough I was googling for this code just the other day, but could only find expired ones. The universe clearly wants me to have this coat.

Many thanks - have ordered one just in time before the deadline.

Managed to order one just in time. Thank you. I went for the Parka and it has arrived today I am really impressed but ordered 2 sizes and I am not sure which one to keep.

Well my coat arrived and I think it's going back as it feels too big. Even with a jumper underneath it's generous. I ordered a 10-12 but I feel 6-8 would be too small. If only it came in 8-10!

I have got my parka, in size 10-12. I am usually a 12 and middling-tall so it was a gamble on the fit, but it's pretty good. Nice and generous in the bust and I'm not hippy at all so it's OK there too. I haven't tested it in anger yet, despite the downpours here. Can't bring myself to wear it to work as it's too posh!