I bought this coat to take with me to Europe, since I knew that the weather could be tremendously different between countries (and I was right!). When it arrived, I was a little surprised at how flimsy it seemed and that the silver fabric almost seemed as if it could be rubbed off if creased. It also stayed wrinkled no matter what I did, and lost a couple of buttons. These quality problems aside, it is lightweight, which was great for packing and carrying with me, and a great length. It came in handy, especially in England. I carried it in my messenger bag or purse and it wasn't too heavy and it provided just the right weather - wind and water - protection to really be the perfect coat for summer travel in England and France. (It's way too lightweight for colder or heavier weather.)