I live in the DC/MD/VA area, and while we don't get Wisconsin-style temperatures, Jack Frost still makes his appearances. I have been in the market for a down coat for a while. The one I own I love, but it only comes to my waist. I found this coat on Amazon about four weeks ago, and was prepared to order it, but wanted to see if the price dropped (as they often do on Amazon). Welp, last week, it dropped by $60 and it took a lot of restraint to not get two colors! I picked up the Loden shade which I expected to be a metallic bronze (like the photo), but it's really more of an army green. Which I really like! I am 5-ft tall and it hits near my knees, but I don't feel as though I'm drowning in coat. The down is very warm. I have missed my  bus stop twice in the last week, and I know it's been a combo of the heat on my commuter bus and the warmth of this coat. The hood detaches which is perfect for warmer days when I'll be ok w/just a hat. I like this coat b/c it's a good comprimise for work since I don't like to wear my good coats.