Black North Face parka with red lining
Description
I wore my black North Face parka yesterday around 3pm outside the Kellogg Arena on Michigan Ave in Battle Creek. It's a size M, waterproof shell with a removable faux-fur hood and a bright red lining that peeks out when I zip it up. The zipper pull has a tiny star engraving, and there's a small fabric tag inside that reads Priya Patel—my name. It's a little worn but still in good condition, no tears, just a bit of pilling around the cuffs. I really need it back—it's my go-to coat for winter walks to the bus stop, and it was a gift from my aunt, which makes it extra sentimental.
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