Mountain Hardwear  Stretchdown Down Hoody - Women's

Was a wonderful, warm, cozy jacket until I washed it. After just one washing, because the design does not have closed cells, all the feathers clumped in spots, leaving other spots bare. I am just astounded that the designer didn’t think of that. It was a very expensive jacket. I’ve washed my Patagonia puffys over and over and they were fine. I will not buy this design again.

I bought this jacket in the olive color. I too find that it stains incredibly easy and even on places that nothing spills on which I don't understand. Oil from my neck and face stains the collar as well. I have found however, that Dawn dish soap works pretty well. I just squirt a little to cover the spots, let it sit for bit and then put it in the wash on cool or cold with a little tide. (by the way, this works on any clothing that you spill grease or oil on). Comes clean every time. It is a pain in the butt to keep doing this, however I love the fit of the jacket (I am apple shape and I appreciate it not being so form fitting) and it's very light and still warm. Perfect for New England winter.

I'm a huge MH fan and already own two ghost whisperers and one stretch down parka. I fell in LOVE with this bright blue color and sized up to a medium for a bit more room as I wanted to wear this with bulky stuff underneath. The size and quality is as expected but the COLOR is definitely not. The website has "Outer Dark" as a brighter blue with a white logo. I received a navy jacket with a black logo. I'm not sure if I was sent the wrong one but I don't see anything similar on the website to what I actually received. Lovely jacket, just please note Outer Dark is very much a deep navy.

I volunteer at the animal shelter twice a week, walking shelter dogs for 3 hours every Saturday and Sunday. Every time I come home, I machine wash this jacket. That’s twice a week - 8 times a month - 40 washes in just one winter season. This is now my third winter wearing it to the animal shelter. Why am I saying this? Because after all those washes, it hasn’t lost its color or its shape!!! Some might think I’m crazy for wearing such a good jacket to an animal shelter. But for me, it’s about warmth and comfort - and I need both when I’m outside in the cold and constantly moving for 3 hours without a break. It hugs me like a cocoon and keeps all the cold out. The hood and neck closure design is excellent and truly protects my neck from brutal North Atlantic wind gusts. And it’s so comfortable - which proves that warm jackets don’t have to be heavy. On super cold days, I just add layers: merino wool long sleeve + either a light fleece or a light insulated vest. For size reference I am 5.2' tall, wight - 135 pounds - My Jacket is size M I’ve recommended this brand to all my friends and I just hope they never change a thing about the quality. I’m now saving up to buy their rain jacket, a hoodie, pants, and some sun-protective T-shirts for the warmer season!

Reviewer K Riff and I are in the same boat! I also bought this after having to warrantee my first one due to the down all getting concentrated after washing, despite following directions. I have the same critiques of this one. It feels more cheaply made - less filling and courser material. Additionally, the SX previously fit my petite arm length, but now it’s too long. I’m keeping it because this is the 3rd item I’ve tried to buy with my warranty credit and I need a down jacket. I was hoping for some new down jackets to choose from this season, and not seeing any I like (down but with an urban ish look to it), I’m just giving up. I will try to keep this one cleaner, and do more to spot clean because I think it will get ruined by the washer again.

I bought this jacket a while back, and it was great at first. For the price, I thought it would be MUCH more durable. Unfortunately, after a 2-3 washes the feathers started to fall out and it has become very thin. Recently, the hood has also started to come apart. For the price I paid, I’m disappointed. The jacket isn’t the warmest either. The external material is nice, it doesn’t snag and has stayed intact. I really like the chest pocket and the inner pocket. You can make the waist smaller as well.