Customer Reviews L.L.Bean Upcountry Waxed Cotton Down Jacket

Wanted a waxed cotton jacket for some time. This jacket doesn't dissapoint! The down insulation is very warm and I love the brown (Coffee Bean) color. The jacket does run large (especially across the shoulders and chest). I originally ordered a large and exchanged it for a medium. My usual size is a 12.

Long time wait.... ordered November 18 2021... after a dozen emails of delay and reply needed... received my WINTER COAT May 5 2022. While I love the coat, it was grueling waiting.

Only 1 review was on-line to go by so, I contacted customer service before buying. She suggested I get a medium, as I am 5'2", 140 lb. with a 37" bust. Well! This medium is tight across the chest, shoulders and waist, barely can get it zippered up. The photo here shows it below the waist, but the jacket I got is not as long on me. The sleeves are very long also. Fabric is not stiff but the jacket is bulky and boxy. Zippered handwarmer pockets are small, zippers are small & who wants to put their hands past zippers? They scratch! The inside pocket is where your bust is - so as to make you larger on one side if you put anything in there, and a wallet would be very uncomfortable. The last 2 years I have been trying various jackets & parkas here, and sent most back; the best was a woman's hunting jacket with wonderful features (pockets, large buttons, but needed a 2-way zipper and insulation)....and now it is no longer available at all! I used to get all my outdoor clothes from Bean - no longer. I need clothes which move with me, have armholes which allow for layers, 2 way zippers that are large enough to work, no princess seams, pockets inside & out and NOT where my bust is! Who the heck is designing this stuff?? Very disappointed with Bean.

I have had a similar jacket for about 15 years. It's still a good jacket for knocking around the yard. It looks like it's been worked hard, but it is still warm. The new is to replace it with something that I can wear in public. It's a great jacket for winter. Waterproof,Warm The new is going to get worn a lot.

I'm always skeptical about ordering the size because I'm short, but not so petite. The jacket is a little heavy but very warm which is what I wanted. The sleeves are long (I'm a short person) so I will take it to have it altered; not a problem. The length of the jacket is perfect for me. The material is durable. It's just the perfect jacket for the colder days. I have many lighter jackets, but this is the one for the colder days. Love it.

Warm and functional for around the barn. I would love it a lot more if it was 4 inches longer. Enough shoulder room to pick up buckets, groom livestock and jump on tractor. The bum just gets a little cold.

Purchased this jacket because of the durability of waxed coats/jacket. This is the warmest jacket that I've gotten from LLBean. I love that you can dress it up or dress it down. The wax part of the jacket is perfect. It doesn't have that waxy smell that some jackets have. This jacket is not for the faint at heart. You have to maintain it and I'd suggest yearly if you want it to stay durable. I was able to find a local person within state who does re-waxing of jackets/coats and once the snow is gone, this will be going out to have it done. How do you know when your jacket needs re-waxing? Everything sticks to it. When this happens I take a tape roller and go over it. You wont be disappointed in the jacket.

Very good

It took two years and about five purchase mistakes to find a coat that was warm enough for my daughter. Finally, we found a keeper and this was it. Very warm, good design and it seems like it will last.

I bought this a few months ago and it's still my fave. The down and quilting make it deceptively, welcomingly warm. I read it ran a bit large, so I gambled and went with the Small and I'm glad I did. It fits comfortably with wool layers underneath. The waxed cotton blocks the cold Chicago winter wind. The rich coffee bean color is flattering and goes with everything. I adore the pockets - Warming my hands, holding my phone, keys, gloves, dog treats and it's not too heavy. I just love it.

I have worn this jacket around 30 degrees and it has been nice and warm. I did not see this listed in the description, but the liner is nylon. I would have liked it to also be cotton. I go between a small and medium in LLBean and I bought a small. There is plenty of room for a sweater without it being too bulky (5'6", 135lbs). Really like the style. So far so good!

I bought this in anticipation of frequent visits to the mtns. Our first visit the highs were in the mid 40's , and this coat performed beautifully. I wore a mud weight sweater under it and stayed warm & toasty. The size fit TTS. I recommend!

i bought this jacket 18 years ago and am still loving it. Its really worn, but it still keeps me warm when i walk my dog.

This is a great light jacket. It has a nice fit and is comfortable.

I had been looking for a long time for a coat like this to work in outside in cold weather. It is down filled, strong out materiel, lots of pockets, brass zipper, and more. Tough, good looking and fits great. And will last a long time. Great quality.

Way thicker and warmer than I thought it would be. I love all the pockets, especially the ones higher on the chest. The Sleeve length is perfect for me and generally llbean sleeves are too short.

Love this jacket - perfect for New England fall. Comfortable, stylish, and keeps me warm regardless of the wind. Great purchase.

Love this jacket. It's very warm. I love the corduroy trim and that you can snap up the neck all the way up. Best part: the sleeves are nice and long! Did I mention the color? I LOVE brown and when it's back in style, I buy as much brown as I can. Obv I bought the brown.

She does a lot of hiking with her pup. Heavy woods stuff. All year. Here in New England we have a lot of wet and cool fall days. This is the perfect coat.

This jacket is a beautiful coat. High quality. It would keep you warm on the coldest of days. Unfortunately for me the sleeves were too long, long enough that it ruined the look of the coat when I tried it on. In an ideal world I would wear a petite size but this particular jacket did not come in petite. ,

I bought this coat at the beginning of last year. Living in cold weather we need a warm coat. Perfect fit, nice and warm. It will last me for years. Worth the price.

I rec'd this coat about 6 years ago with a gift card, wear it every winter and I still have it; am planning to wear it yet this winter (2024). Very comfortable, movable, very warm; showing signs of wear but I won't get rid of it! Love it!

I got this jacket as a Christmas present. The fit is great. I like the deep pockets. The texture of the coat is nice and I like the fact the it can easily be wiped of if it gets dirty. I got a medium, which for me fits me good. The arms fit good. Unlike other reviewers, so I must have monkey arms. I like the color. It is a vintage color which I love. I kept my coat and I hope to wear it out over years and years of repeated usage.

This jacket is so warm, cozy, and comfortable. It's lightweight and yet very warm! I love all the pockets and the softness of the waxed cotton fabric. The corduroy trim is lovely. It's just what I was looking for and I love it!!

The sleeves are a little long but I like it that way. most jackets the sleeves are too short for me. It's very warm and I love the option of zip up or snap up. The only negative would be the stand up collar. It can be a little irritating around the neck at time but other than that I love the jacket!