Having more than 3 feet of snow, and brutal cold, I was tired of my *snow jacket* and decided to buy this North Face Greenland in light blue for next year. But...I'm using it, because winter is defintely not over in N.E. The color is gorgeous and the fit is very feminine for a very warm winter coat. With the fur hood up it definitely blocks wind too. Zip fur off on the wet days. So far it has been in single digits, and I'm warm without bulk underneath, and it is waterproof. Wish it was 2' inches longer though in the rear area. Love the service at backcountry as well. Thanks!!