I purchased the olive green jacket, but did not expect the inner lining to be a rusty brown/orange color. You can' t really tell from the photo on the product page. The BC logo on the arm sleeve was also rusty brown.
In terms of sizing I am 5'5', 140 lbs and have a larger chest, and I ordered a medium so the zipper would not be tight if I decided to layer. The fit is quite boxy, so it had enough room to layer on top of a sweater or sweatshirt, but if you're looking for a more fitted style I would size down.
The jacket seems warm enough for city walking here in Denver during the winter.
Will be returning because I did not love the color.

Just received my size M and I'm swimming in it. Thinking about exchanging for a small. Not sure if it will end up being a bit short as the M is hitting the hip okay but huge everywhere else. Width size I'm almost thinking an XS would work but I've never met an XS that is long enough for my arms.

Other than sizing, I'm also torn on the look. It's a matte color which looks cool. There's nothing too special about it other than that. Feels warm and fluffy but no bells and whistles. The pockets zip. The main zipper was snagging on my initial try on but maybe just needs a little wearing in or getting used to. The pockets are unlined... I'm realizing I really liked the lining on the pockets of my old puffy.

Overall, seems okay for the price, which was sale at around $90. I would never pay full price on this one.

Update: an XS ended up fitting me best. 5'8 130 lbs pants size 4, 34b bust

Hi, this is Emily and I work on the Backcountry brand product development team. I am writing this review today to help guide your sizing decision on this new product. My measurements are: 5'4" Tall Size 4, or on the larger size of S in bottoms The larger side of S for tops bust 34 B. The Thistle Jacket is a great winter go to, it is super warm and goes anywhere you want it to. I wear a S in this jacket and it fits me well. The length of the jacket is slightly abbreviated and hits the wearer right at the center of the hip. This makes wearing a harness for belay easy, or simply a more stylish silhouette.