Is merino shearling warmer than a down jacket?

It is comparable in warmth for dry cold and more breathable, but down packs smaller and handles damp better. Shearling wins on durability and feel.

Can I wear it in rain or snow?

Light dry snow is fine, but rain will soak the hide and wool. Treat it as a dry-cold jacket and carry a shell for wet days.

Take it to a leather and shearling specialist. Spot-clean small marks with a damp cloth and let it air dry away from direct heat.

It runs roomy to allow layering, so most shoppers take their usual size. Size down if you want a closer fit over light knits.

It is real merino shearling, with the wool left on the hide. That is why it is warm, breathable and needs specialist care.

A full front zip makes it faster to put on than a buttoned shearling coat. Guide the slider past the wool at the hem to avoid catching.

At Lyst, for $747.00, 50% off, as of our latest check.

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 15 ratings.

6 stores we checked sell it, including Gorski, Lyst, ModeSens, Bloomingdale's, Nordstrom.

$747.00at LystObserved at 2:18 AM

Compared across 6 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.