I bought this jacket as a defense against cool weather rain but was also hoping for some measure of warmth. I've worn it in the rain a few times now and it seems to work well in that regard. Water beads up on the surface and can literally be blown off like dust, and I stayed dry. Time will tell if this effect lasts or how it fares in heavy downpour, should I ever be caught in that. It does breathe well and doesn't get that sticky, humid feeling that cheap rain coats have. The fit is slightly tailored and modern, definitely not baggy. I'm a little bit chubby and a large fits me well. The jacket is fashionable enough for a purpose-driven North Face rain jacket. Someone else pointed out the lapels which are huge. They don't bother me, but they definitely stand out when the jacket is not zipped up. The top portion of the lapels, which zip up to your face, are coated in a thin but comfortable microfiber/fleece layer for when you want to bury your chin in the collar.

As far as warmth, it's all but useless. As the description states, it really is a thin waterproof shell with mesh underneath. There's no insulation. I've seen different questions and answers regarding its abilities in cold weather and I can tell you from experience that there are none. I am naturally resistant to cold, and I keep both my home and office at work cooler than what most people prefer. It is 52F right now in Pennsylvania with strong winds. I wore this over my dress clothes - an undershirt and long sleeve oxford - and I was shivering and cold while outside for a smoke break. My body heat was not being trapped. This would be good as a layer over a North Face fleece, which is far superior for Fall weather but offers none of the waterproof capabilities of a proper rain jacket. It would also be acceptable for hiking or other activities which generate body heat. Or maybe it would be okay on a cold day with no wind. But combine lower temperatures and wind and it's not great.

For that reason, I probably won't be using this much except when it rains or it's 55F and above with no wind.