I had to place a few orders and return previous items until I could get the right fit. This vest is perfect. It's heavier than the gilets I usually wear, but that adds to the warmth. The tummy heating is lovely. I have already purchased a 2nd one, mostly so I will have 2 batteries. I have also bought one for mt dad and husband. This will be nice sitting in the garden on a not quite warm enough day. I am going to wear it while I am platelet donating, as get cold sitting in the chair for an hour. The battery pocket is in an odd place, on the side/back, but I am used to it already. Overall I am really happy. The purple is really bold and bright.