I had a coat like this over 10 years ago...when I was skinny. I always loved it. After gaining some weight, I had to part with it. I have been looking at this coat for about 4 months. Given the mixed reviews, I wasn't sure about ordering it. I walk my dog each morning, and I need a long, warm coat. I finally took the plunge, and the coat came on 1/3/24. It fits me perfectly, it's warm, I love that it's lined inside, and being a person with long arms...I finally have a coat that has "long" sleeves!!!! Most coats I have, the sleeves are always too short. I won't need to worry about it with this one.I wouldn't hesitate to buy this coat again! A few notes:I am 5'9 and approximately 230 lbs; I normally wear a 2X shirt, coat, and jacket. Knowing me, I would have ordered this coat in my normal size, a 2X, and it would have been huge on me! After looking at the reviews and size chart, I ordered this coat in a "Plus Large," and it fits me perfectly with room to spare (not too big, it fits perfectly). As most reviewers mentioned, it runs large.I ordered mine in charcoal gray (it's a solid medium gray fabric with no "heather hairs" like others have mentioned. This coat is "berber" so it's not silky, slinky soft like a fleece coat would be, but it's also NOT stiff, and scratchy...like some people have mentioned.I am writing this review for those who have been looking at this coat for a while and were leery about ordering it. Had I read a review like mine a few months ago, I would have ordered it well before I did.Don't hesitate to buy this coat...you just need to ensure the sizing is right! It does run large (by 2 sizes). I found the fabric, quality, and functionality to be 5 STARS!

So I have been looking for that "perfect" pair of plain black, flat/platform, closed toe, espadrilles for yyeeeaaarrrsss! (I live in Boston & walk a few miles every day, just in city life, so any shoes I get have to be incredibly comfortable, for all day or long wear options). I WANTED a pair w/ just an ankle buckle/strap (not tie) & looked & looked, finding VERY limited options that had good reviews for a decent price! I gave in & started looking in tie ankle closures, finding these almost immediately & what luck! I absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that the tie, not only loops thru the heel form (giving it LOTS of extra hold) but that it also zips up in back! (Unfortunately, i was hoping the zipper would be more of a help to hold the tie so i didn't have to undo it every time i removed the shoe & I could just unzip & slip them off but such is not the case). It doesn't matter though, because the upper material is soooooo soft, very suede like, inside of the sole is comfortable, the ties are sturdy & won't tear, (the bottoms are a touch slippery right out of the box, so I'll have to scuff them up for more traction). These are one of two pairs I ordered as a test to see what I got & had intentions of returning the pair I wasn't wild about but so far, I'm really pleasantly surprised what keepers these are! I think the two best highlights about these sandals though, is that they come in "wide" sizes as well as "medium". So feet like mine, that tend to get a bit sweaty when I'm out walking all day, long distances, they can even swell, so being able to get a wide Heavenly! I feel like it's rather rare to find a wide option nowadays, so it's nice knowing my feet won't be crowded or my toes won't hurt after a few hours. And the second highlight about them is the PRICE!!! Twenty some-odd dollars, for REALLY adorable, versatile espadrilles that go with virtually every single thing in my closet!! YES PLEASE!! Now i just hope they last a decent amount of time! 😉 DEFINITELY recommend though!

I tried to make my size selection based on other reviewers and I must say they were fairly accurate. I have no idea what my hip size is Haven't measured in years. What I can say is that I generally wear a size 18/20 and when I order leggings, I tend to buy a size 1X. I do have a butt but sadly, most of my weight is in my belly so that's where I want the most support. I do agree that if you have "booty", these will tend to dip a little bit lower in the back than the front. I think if you order the correct size that you will not experience any 'roll down' effect. I have had these on all day and they are not the least bit uncomfortable. I had no problem pulling them up and they actually stayed 'up'. They did not cut into my thighs or stomach and they do have elastic grips around the thigh opening that hugs your leg. I did not experience any squished fat 'hangover' from my waistband or fat poking out from my thighs. I supposed I could have sized down from a 7X to a 6X or whatever the next size is.. but then I think I'd be uncomfortable. Yes, I'd have more tummy control but I'd also probably be in agony. These are like good fitting nylon bike shorts. There is no cotton and the cotton crotch panel is very small..practically non existent. So you may want to wear a pair of panties underneath or some sort of pantyliner if you want to go without. So in conclusion..if you are a size 18/20 or normally wear a 1X or 2X in leggings, the size 7X should fit you just fine. I know it sounds crazy but I wouldn't dare try to order an actual 1X or 2X in this brand. I'd imagine that would fit someone who is a size 12/14. Hope this helps.