This coat is well designed and excellent for cold weather. The low in back and higher in front hem has a graceful and flattering sweep, and the military styled epilettes and curved button holes are edgy and attractive. The lining keeps the heavy wool fabric from feeling scratchy, except for the collar. The raised collar was a bit overwhelming, so I pulled it back, which looked better and eliminated the scratchiness. But, as several have noted, the tailoring is a bit off. The shoulders and bust dimensions fit me fine and, while the sleeves are a tad loose, this allows the coat to fit over a sweaters or blazer. The main detraction for me is the straight waistline, which creates a boxy fit. The buttons are not as sharp-edged as I'd feared from other reviews, but they are welded on so they can't be moved, e.g. to bring in the waistline. I managed to alter the back strap so that it pulled the waistline in a bit, and that did the trick.