Trying to decide on a winter jacket for LO. Which of these do you think is warmer? We're in NYC, so based on last winter and the polar vortex, it can get pretty cold and snowy here. We also go to upstate NY a lot, and it is even colder and snowier. I want something mainly that LO can wear to the park and walk on the street in, without being uncomfortable from bulk but also staying warm. Thoughts?
http://www.landsend.com/pp/StylePage-443415_AE.html?CM_MERCH=Shopping_Cart
GOLD / watermelon / 14076 posts
I'd probably go with the Lands End one. Though I live in Texas, so take that with a grain of salt 
cantaloupe / 6164 posts
I would prefer the Lands' End because it's thinner. It can be tough for a kid to maneuver in a huge coat like the Boden one. The LE coat is rated for as low as -5 degrees, so that seems like a winner!
squash / 13764 posts
@lawbee11: lol! Your opinion still counts
@photojane: That's what I was leaning toward, but I Wasn't sure if puffy equals warmer...
pear / 1696 posts
@hilsy85: I'd go for the Lands End- looks less bulky and much warmer. The Boden coat looks puffy and warm but its all polyester, so no down or anything to keep your LO toasty.
pomelo / 5129 posts
@hilsy85: the lands end one is water proof, the other one is water resistant. I'd go with the first for that reason!
cantaloupe / 6164 posts
@hilsy85: The description says "bulk free insulation," so I'm guessing there's something in it that keeps you warm without needing puffy! 
squash / 13764 posts
@MaryM: @Seattlemom: good calls, ladies! @photojane: true! all that weather technology stuff I guess 
cherry / 141 posts
The Land's End Squall one is wind and water-proof, which goes a long way to feeling warmer, plus it is less bulky, and has a storm flap to cover the zipper, which can get really cold and let in air.
It's lined with fleece, rather than padding that could clump up.
You can cinch the cuffs to keep snow out of the sleeves.
It's is reflective, so it is safer to wear at night or in poor visibility conditions- the other one is solid almost-black.
I like the silver/blue one better for looks anyway
grapefruit / 4006 posts
I bought L a lands end winter coat too. It says that coat is for -5 to 25 degrees F so I think that should suffice for our NYC winters! Plus I think of lands end as a more functional brand (e.g. waterproof, thin material yet still warm) and Boden is a fashion brand (looks cute but less functional).
grapefruit / 4649 posts
I agree with the Land's End verdict. I love buying from them when I am unsure about purchases too because they will stand behind their products if you're not satisfied. It's rare that I am disappointed though!
pear / 1849 posts
I would go with the Lands End one too. Their stuff is made for cold. And my LO had a puffer coat like the Boden one last winter and could barely move - he hated it.
bananas / 9227 posts
The first one seems warmer for sure. Most importantly, it's waterproof.
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