I originally purchased this trench coat to be a fall jacket for chilly Ohio autumns. It's actually quite warm and will last me well into December before I'll have to drag out the parka.

Appearance: I can't express enough how pretty this is in person. I bought the navy color. It's satiny-soft and has a beautiful sheen. The fit is tailored beautifully and it runs true to size. There are adjustable straps around the wrists and waist, with two rows of breast buttons. The flared skirt is adorable and overall cuts a great silhouette. I had considered asking for the $1,000 Burberry trench for Christmas - in cut, quality and appearance this coat is more than comparable to Burberry's for 90% less.

Fit: Small runs true to size.

Warmth: this coat is heavier than it looks in the photo and isn't a flimsy one-layer like many trench coats. It has a warm lining and feels very substantial when you put it on.

This is a phenomenal value for the price. The price made me think it would be thin and cheap; its exactly the opposite.