I purchased the coat on the basis of the look and color.  Both are nice, the fabric is a wool blend and fairly heavy.  The color is lovely, and looks more purple than on the website.  The coat is also fully lined and has nice details.  I did notice the buttons had hanging threads, and would probably loosen and detach (this is a common problem, so it didn't really faze me).  I am 5'8", 135 pounds, muscular but slender and fairly flat-chested.  I liked the length of the coat, which was about the same on me as on the model.  The sleeves were also plenty long, which was nice, since I have longish arms and sleeve length is often a problem.  I have worn a size medium (8 or 10) my whole life.  I ordered a 10 in this coat, which fit everywhere, except across the shoulders and tops of the arms.  In this area it was so tight I could barely get the coat on.  Since the coat fit everywhere else, I don't think I could order a larger size and have it work.  I think I understand why it is on sale -- the fit is peculiar!  If you have a bust larger than a B, large arms or broad shoulders, this coat is definitely not for you!  Even if you're flat and slender like me, it still might not work for you.  It is a pretty coat, though and if you still want to try it, order at least one size up.