The best stylish rainwear
Fashionable yet functional items to keep yourself dry in style
1. Compact umbrella
London Undercover’s 100% recycled compact foldable umbrellas come in a range of designs, including this zebra print. They weigh just 400g and are 30.5cm long when folded, opening to 96cm diameter, with an automatic open and close button.
£32.50; londonundercover.co.uk
2. L’Hood Ritza
The rain bonnet has been given a makeover by L’Hood, inspired by Cristóbal Balenciaga’s wedding hat. Made of 100% cotton with a waterproof membrane, this unisex rain hat can be rolled up into a wrist strap when not in use, and can be worn unclipped or clipped around the neck.
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3. Stockholm raincoat
Swedish label Stutterheim’s Stockholm raincoat is available for men and women. Made from sturdy, hard-wearing rubberised PVC, it has welded seams, a drawstring hood and comes in a range of colours.
4. Box Bag Large
Rains says it has a “neo-Scandinavian aesthetic”, and is well regarded for its quality rainwear. This bag is made from its signature waterproof PU fabric, which is engineered for strength and durability. It has internal and external pockets and an adjustable webbing strap. Also available in black.
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5. Crocs Crush Boot
Crocs may not be to everyone’s taste, but these waterproof boots are easy to clean and made from Croslite™, which makes them light, flexible and very comfortable. Available in a range of colours for men and women, they can be customised at the collar with Jibbitz™ charms.
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