Charles River ApparelWomen's New Englander Wind & Waterproof Rain Jacket

*pictures not true to color. It is an actual bright coral.For those wondering I'm 5'5" and normally wear a 2XL shirt. I bought a 3XL coat in coral to make sure I had room and I still would recommend this sizing up! For women worried about upper arms fitting, mine are pretty big and it fits comfortably. You don't have the problem here where they size up everywhere else BUT the arms. I have full range of mobility. I'm also bigger busted (42 DD) and have wide hips(size 22 pant). The jacket isn't tight on either place and ends just past my butt.The coat fits perfectly and I even have some room to spare in case I wear a bulky sweater underneath! It's light with several spots to let air in to breathe. The fabric does make a crinkling sound BUT isn't thick and rubbery.There are a few features I found that no one mentioned! I love all of them but to be better informed they are:-zipped & fleece lined pockets-holes under the armpits for breathable air-a double front zipper-a cord around the bottom of the jacket to make it fit closer to your body-same type of clip on the hood

There are so many great reviews here that helped me decide on my purchase, so I only have a little bit of info to add. I ordered the Aqua and the Mint, as I could not tell from the images here or searched online which one I would prefer. I'm attaching 3 pictures that I hope will help future buyers who may have the same dilemma! They're both very pretty and bright! For the record, I really liked the mint in person but it didn't go well with my rain boots and it is a much darker hue than I hoped, and I LOVED the aqua, so my decision was easy. For size reference, I am 5'3, about 140lbs and I'm wearing the size Small here with a relatively thin sweater underneath. It's comfortable and I can cross my arms across my chest pretty well considering the fabric has little give, if any. I would only size up had I planned to wear a heavy fleece under this jacket, but I do not, and sizing up may cause me to lose some of the flattering shape.I love this jacket (finally, a hood with drawstrings on a rain jacket!) and my only complaint is the zipper, which sticks and seems very cheap/plasticky. It's not enough to make me return it, not by far. I've been looking for a great rain jacket for probably 4 years, and this is the best I have found!Update: 10/22/16: I've had this jacket now for a year and I'm changing my review from 4 to 5 stars. The questionable zipper has held up perfectly and the jacket itself is perfect; warm, breathable, not too heavy, and durable. I managed to snag it on a sharp piece of metal and put a tiny hole in it, so I put a very thin layer of clear nail polish over it and it's held just fine, not even noticeable. I plan to buy another, one to keep in my car, and I will probably get the purple or a slightly darker color this time because I'm a bit abusive towards my coats and there are a couple of small dirt marks on this one now. I wholeheartedly recommend this jacket!Update: July 2019. Still going strong, still love this jacket. I bought another for a change of pace for colors, but really, this one is still fine. I've bought other rain jackets (the pack it in the pocket kind) from Charles River for my husband and daughter, and thoe are great as well. I love this brand.

I am a pretty much straight up size 18W so I ordered the 2X. I wanted to be able to zip it, of course! As you can see from the pics, it is body hugging but I can zip it. And I cinched one of the sleeves, because I'm a true pear shape with dainty wrists and ankles. I like how it fits, and can't wait to try it as a band booster parent during the rainy band competitions! I would have really liked a dark green or vegas gold for our school colors, but oh well. At least the kids can find me! Lol It is slightly crunchy sounding, but if it's waterproof I DON'T CARE if it makes noise! I'm just glad I don't look like I'm wearing a tent!

I have tested this raincoat in two hiking trips in the last 4 months, and it has worked beautifully. It protects me from the wind (especially if I tighten the sleeves, zip up all the way, and put the hood on), and it stops the rain. I tested it in the rainy conditions while hiking in Peru (at the end of the wet season/ beginning of the dry season), and I can report back that it perfectly protects the clothes from getting wet, and keeps the warmth very well. Additionally, the pockets are very convenient, as they are big and they zip up all the way, so you can put anything you want to have on quick access there (like your phone) without being worried about losing it (or about it getting wet in the rain). Finally, it is also easy to clean: just wipe it with a wet cloth.So my conclusion: it is highly functional in the camping environment, very well made, and cute. Excellent quality and a great look. I am very glad I bought it, and I would highly recommend it.

This jacket is simply perfect! I live in Seattle and have been searching for a "girly" rain jacket for quit some time. This was exactly what I was looking for. The material is soft, flexible and very comfortable. The color is exactly as pictured! I wear a size 13/14 pant and L/XL t-shirts & sweaters. I was worried about the fit but to my surprise the XL fits perfect and I can comfortably wear a sweater underneath. So grateful to this company for making a wonderful product of good material and fashionable at the same time!

I am so pleased to have been able to buy this on Amazon UK, knocking out the inconvenience of my cousins in New England having to buy and post. I had bought one of these jackets during a rainstorm in Provincetown, Cape Cod, about 3 years ago, slightly older style and a more mustard yellow. I have worn the jacket to death in London and on travels and the shoulder seam had torn slightly and the fabric had degraded slightly at the crook of one arm, affecting the waterproof qualities.Delivery was quick and the purpose for which the jacket was bought, a trip to Thailand in the wet season, has not been tested because it did not rain there once! However, it will get plenty of use here in the UK and I am just about to consign its predecessor to the bin.

It is a good quality coat, very good for biking in. The toggles don't do anything though- they're like weird fake toggles.

Great and received many compliments about the colour and quality

Update: After 6 months of pretty easy wear the seams have started to come apart in the shoulders and arms. Didn’t realize this until I needed to to stand outside for 5 hours in the pouring rain. Not at all happy.Love it. Easy to to wear. Keeps you dry. I do find my arms will get wet eventually. It’s rather big. I ordered up a size as other reviewers said to if you wanted to wear a sweater under it and it’s giant on me.

It is a beautiful raincoat . I ordered the light pink and was concerned a little of the color but is just perfect, more like a dusty pink. I've ordered based on bust size to ensure it fits well. I am usually a M but based on bust size chart I went with L and it does fit perfectly. Well made , looks good on me, it is the perfect fit , the best color for my platinum hair :). Very happy with the purchase and would recommend to anyone that is looking fora waterproof jacket and looking stylish when warring it .