Product Review: Wool Tweed Oona Coat

Wool Tweed Oona Coat
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Item 18081
Regular: $550.00

The past few days have been {unseasonably} cold in the Northeast. At some points, it was even snowing! Although the snow didn't stick on the ground, it got me bringing out the old Winter coats.

Since it is now Winter coat season in some parts of the country, the following reviews for the Wool Tweed Oona Coats makes for perfect timing. :)

J.Crew's item page states:

A fabulously chunky, luxurious tweed in a tailored A-line shape. The standing collar, oversize pockets and grey metal buttons add a subtle but modern twist. Wool/acrylic/alpaca. Rounded collar. Long sleeves. Patch pockets with button-flap closure. Back belt. Fully lined. Hits at midthigh. Part of the J. Crew Collection.

A big "thanks!" to Canadian (in this post), who shared her thoughts on this coat with us. The following is her review:

... I finally received the Oona Tweed coat - The texture of the fabric is quite nice, soft not itchy at all. The coat is well lined, well made in general.

I am 5'2" and typically need a P2/P0, I got a size 0 regular as no petite was available. The shoulders are a bit big, but not too bad with a sweater under, and probably would be needed as the coat is generally light and somewhat thin, although doesn't appear that way on the photo.

The back band is a bit too high for me, ends up being above my waist, about 4 inches. I would have to reposition it. The flare-out is quite significant and the pleat stays closed as there is no movement I can make that would strech the coat to open the back pleat.

The coat looks too big on me. The only way I found that I could wear it well is with a wide belt - then it is really cute - but for $550? Unfortunately - it's going back. Hope this helps.

Another "thanks!" to Meredith (in this post), who also shared her thoughts on this coat. The following is her review:

Canadian--To follow up on your OT post about the Oona coat, I ordered it too and was also disappointed. I'm normally a sz 2 in J. Crew due to my bust (including in other coats like the Icon), and so I ordered the coat in this size. The coat was HUGE on me. I definitely had room to size down, but at 5'10, the sleeves were already *just* long enough. I agree with you that it was soft, but thin--not OK for a Chicago winter. Back it went!

"Thanks!" again to Canadian & Meredith for their great reviews!

What are your thoughts on the Wool Tweed Oona Coat? Are you considering or already have purchased this coat? Have you seen this coat in person? If so, please share with us your reviews too! :)