help with getting a jacket/coat for my gf

[eddiecibrian]

I know this is a men's forum but I only trust clothing advice from you guys
plus i have no idea about womens fashion

Trying to get the girlfriend a warm jacket/coat for christmas since she doesn't have one
She owns 2 northface jackets and jackets/coats that are made from cheap stuff
She likes stuff from topman/tobi/forever21/nasty gal
She's 22 and she probably won't appreciate any of the higher end stuff.
I want to get her something versatile, not anything formal or too flashy. something she can wear with jeans and also wear to the bars when she wears a dress
My budget is $500, another hope for this item is for her to realize "wow this is so much better than the stuff i own"
what brands or where should i look?

Any help would be appreciated!

 

[TheObserver]

http://toj-gallery.com/main.php?g2_itemId=15139

 

[xxsjxx1]

In terms of style... Or warmth?

Warmth and practicality, LL bean makes some nice things and their return policy is amazing. It's not super high end but they have a nice selection of things filled with down or lined with fleece, flannel, sherpa, etc

 

[eddiecibrian]

I see, isnt ll bean about the same quality as north face ?

 

[Distorbiant]

http://toj-gallery.com/main.php?g2_itemId=15139

Yes, a lamb jacket with a 6 month wait for his girlfriend this winter.

 

[red81]

you can get a barbour at that price probably.