This is my first parka that I have bought. I live in New Hampshire and it gets cold here in the winter. It was 4 degrees this morning and this jacket will keep you warm! Next week it's -4am and I'm looking forward to testing it! The fur warms the face and the jacket fits very well, only a little tight in the shoulders. If you have broad shoulders you may need to size up for more flexibility. I'm 6ft and 235lbs, the oversized jacket fits perfectly.