Which warm winter coat?

[soapboxqueen]

So I've been reading the winter coat threads with interest.

I usually buy a coat based on it being a sale rather than its usefulness and then wear them forever until the cycle starts again. I have decided to chose a coat on purpose and have whittled it down to two North Face ones. I looked at Didrickson's but thought they'd be too long and big (I'm a size 18 so don't need the help).

The Arctic Parka (I like the knitted cuffs but the fluff on the hood is really big and I'm not sure about the shape)

www.thenorthface.co.uk/shop/en-gb/tnf-gb/women-jackets-parkas-coats/womens-arctic-parka-4r2v?variationId=21L

The Zanek Parka (The hood fluff is better and I think the shape is more flattering but there aren't any cuff bits and its synthetic insulation)

www.thenorthface.co.uk/shop/en-gb/tnf-gb/women-jackets-parkas-coats/womens-zaneck-parka-4m8y?variationId=JK3

I know down is warmer but is it necessary on the day to day? I live in the north of England so it doesn't get super cold (nowt a warm hat won't sort anyway) and also are there ethical considerations for down? Will it be so warm that I can't wear it have the time?

Thought please. I'm really stuck. TIA

Just treated myself to this. It's fabulous!

www.barbour.com/uk/barbour-portobello-quilted-jacket-lqu1385bk11

That does look nice but I need waterproof

Bump

I think that the NF coats are let down by the logo
I'd be tempted to go for the seasalt janelle if you just want waterproof.

I use layers under a thin waterproof so I can wear the coat all year round

The barbour one looks good

I've got this (apologies in advance for the huge link). It's absolutely lovely and I really like the fact that it's a 3-in-1.

www.jack-wolfskin.co.uk/ottawa-coat/1107243_5066_001.html

The first one looks more practical as it's longer.

hollandscountryclothing.co.uk/products/didriksons-leya-waterproof-parka

^ Just to throw another suggestion in there..

I'd avoid down due to ethical reasons.

First one for sure ! North face comes up small though !

@covetingthepreciousthings

https://hollandscountryclothing.co.uk/products/didriksons-leya-waterproof-parka

^ Just to throw another suggestion in there..

I'd avoid down due to ethical reasons.

My sister filled me in on the issues with down. 👍🏻

I've gone for the second one on the basis that of a) the down in the first b) I worry the first could be too warm.

Thank you everyone

Just to note the Didricksons are not big in size.

[quote WhenPushComesToShove]www.barbour.com/uk/barbour-portobello-quilted-jacket-lqu1385bk11[/quote]
I got that last year as the Teasel . I love it - so warm and slightly more dressy than some others .