Customer Reviews Ilse Jacobsen Soft Shell 3/4 Length Functional Rain Coat
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45%5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Not as pictured, straight, not a line (as pictured) and longer (not as pictured). Im 5'5'', came to middle of knee. I wanted more aline, 3/4 length. It is a very well made crunchy coat. It would be so cute if aline and shorter.
Pw, Zappos Customer,
8 found this review helpful.
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I love this jacket. I agree with the other reviewer who said the outer fabric is “a bit crunchy”...it certainly is, however, this jacket will keep you warm and dry in a torrential downpour!
It is important to note that this garment is exceptionally well made. The seaming is triple stitched, the zippers are heavy duty, and the lining is a soft, low pile fleece that is absolute perfection on a chilly, rainy day. The hood of the jacket would obscure a large jack o lantern and I’m not sure why they went with such a large design there but it works.
I bought the size 12 Pacific color and love the color. I wear an 8-10 pant but am busty and wanted to ensure that I could layer a sweater or sweat shirt with it and the 12 gave me plenty of room even considering the more fitted bodice of the jacket.
So, it IS crunchy... but it’s also the most well made raincoat I’ve ever owned.
Dandelion, Zappos Customer,
7 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Nice style. The fabric is a tiny bit...crunchy? Double up/down zipper will solve any sitting problems though.
The only thing: I am 5’5”, 124# fit 32D. The size 34 (US 2) fit PERFECTLY. Too perfectly IMO. Very fitted at the waist. I was concerned I’d never be able to wear anything thicker than a long sleeved t-shirt underneath it. Bought it for a trip to Scotland. As I live in SoCal, pretty sure I’m gonna be cold and need a sweater.
Ended up with the size 36 (US 4) but have to roll up the sleeves a bit. Still, I like it.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
4 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This coat runs very small. I'm a true 6 and I ordered the small (6) but couldn't even get this jacket zipped. I ordered the next size up and if it fits, I will love this jacket.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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Style4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Would be nice if they gave a waist measurement of the actual jacket. The size chart does give a waist size, but it doesn't mention how much clearance that will give you. I ordered by chest size which didn't work out for me. I am a little hefty (5'5" and 165 lbs) in the mid section, so I had to go up a size. I ended up with the size 42 Even with the larger size I still will not be able to wear anything real heavy (thick sweater/sweatshirt) underneath. I also need to have the sleeves shortened which is typical for me. All in all I really like this coat. Nice color variety in this brand. Love the Army color which is more green than it shows online.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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stiff and crunchy and much too fitted in the waist to be comfortable unless you are very slender. I ordered the 12 even though I am a 8-10 size and it was a bit narrow in the shoulder. Going back.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
3 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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It is a very stylish rain coat. Extremely flattering. Sleeves are very long though and I would say that it runs narrow.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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I love the style of this coat and the trim fit which also allows for a thin jacket or sweater underneath. The biggest problem however is that the lining is quite thin and the outer fabric, though completely waterproof is also somehow a bit rubbery feeling and seems to actually ATTRACT the cold, so that I was quite chilled within moments of going outside in it while visiting Scotland and England during an unseasonably cold and wet spring in 2018. I'm going back to Scotland for another 10 days at the end of March and am here on Zappos looking for a new coat that will keep me both dry AND warm.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
2 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This is a beautiful well made coat. I love the army color with the black accents. It has a warm lining which is perfect when it is too warm for the winter coat but not warm enough for a spring jacket. I love Ilse Jacobsen coats. Sizing was tricky at first but order by what size your chest is. I normally wear a US 12 or 14 but in Ilse Jacobson jackets I wear a 10 or her size 42. On US size charts I always look at the 39 to 42 chest size for my size. And with Zappos great returns and fast credits you can try sizes until you get it right. I am tall so her great arm length is awesome but may not be for others.
Sharon, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Beautifully made, insulated rain coat.
Arms are a bit long, but a very flattering cut and overall great fit. This will be an outerwear staple.
Chris, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Wonderful raincoat! Great length and really happy with the back button and two way zipper. Very soft inside. Definitely recommend.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Comfort5Rated 5 stars out of 5
Style5Rated 5 stars out of 5
This jacket is amazing! So warm and comfortable for rain/chilly weather. I sized up for extra room to layer underneath. Love this jacket!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort2Rated 2 stars out of 5
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Awkward sizing. I'm 5'4" and ordered Size 34 (US Women's 2). The sleeves were about 3" too long! The coat felt tight under my arms. The style was fine, but nothing special that would justify the price.
Deb, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Nice coat but fleece lining was rather thin and offered not as much warmth as I had hoped. If you are between sizes, size down.
IjxIVfcYvqoDvvD+wwr+84XA125D5FNgUeuyocEZzlE=, Zappos Customer,
1 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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Outstanding workmanship.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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My new coat fits perfectly, but the color was a disappointment. I ordered a "rhubarb" thinking it was the dark pink/red color, but the one I received was a deep red. It still looks great so I kept it!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
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I ordered this rain coat for my grand daughter who is extremely hard to please and I was rewarded with her response, "It is cute and I received 2 compliments the first day I wore my coat." She enjoys wearing the coat even when it is not raining because she stays warm and feels stylish. I selected a size 6 and the fit is perfect and she can still layer warm clothes under neath her coat. She is 6 ft tall and slim like athletic build. The purchases was a success and best of all she will stay dry and warm. Great coat! We love it.
Nana, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall5Rated 5 stars out of 5
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This jacket is perfect!! It is slightly warmer for a raincoat which is exactly what I was looking for! Repels water nicely but still keeps you warm during a chilly rain. If you are looking to order and are in between sizes order down.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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Looks fantastic but seems to run small. Little too snug across my shoulders for me to put a base layer underneath. Material had a good feel though, seemed very well made - wish it had fit!
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall4Rated 4 stars out of 5
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This is a well made coat but it's bulkier than I'd expected. Would have tried a size smaller but the Army color is too green. Sad to have to give it up.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
Comfort3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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I ordered size 46 which was too large so exchanged it for size 44. The jacket fit (although not perfectly); however, I am returning it since the sleeves are so long they come down to my knuckles. I tried rolling them up but the look was not great. This jacket is too expensive to settle for "just okay." I am very disappointed since I wanted to love it!
Susan, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.
Overall3Rated 3 stars out of 5
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This jacket fit me perfectly but I was disappointed that it still has the Teflon coating rather than the newer, non-toxic EcoRepel finish. I had thought that all of the Ilse Jacobsen raincoats that Zappos carries had the newer finish, but I guess they still have some with the older Teflon coating.
Anonymous, Zappos Customer,
0 found this review helpful.