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Home • Fashion

April Showers Style

Don't let a yucky day rain on your style parade. Check out the following rain boots, raincoats and rain-ready tote bags that will help you weather the storm in style. 
By Julee Wilson · Updated October 27, 2020
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Heeled rainboots might sound like an oxymoron. But this sturdy pair by Hunter will keep you dry, on your feet…and looking good!

To buy: Hunter “Chelsea” boots, $195 

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Hunter
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What’s black and white…and dry all over? You in this super cute raincoat. 

To buy: ASOS rain trench, $77 

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ASOS
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This New York City-based company is known for its luxe water and stain resistant coated nylon fabric bags. They are fashion-meets-function at its best!

To buy: MZ Wallace “Chelsea” bag, $295

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MZ Wallace
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You might not even mind that it’s raining when it means slipping these hot red, studded boots. 

To buy: Betseyville rain boots, $39.99

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Target
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It’s always a good idea to keep a stylish lightweight poncho like this one on hand for those days when the weather is unpredictable. 

To buy: Orvis “Monlight Pines” poncho, $169

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Orvis
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No one — including you –will believe these are rainboots. But they are. Amazing!

To buy: Loeffler Randall “LR Rain Fenton” boots, $195

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Loeffler Randall
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We’re positive this pretty printed raincoat will brighten even the stormiest days. 

To buy: Simply Be “Floral Parka” jacket, $45

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Simply Be
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So, the heavy duty nylon is a surefire way to keep your gear dry and the eye-catching print will compliment your dope style. 

To buy: Baggu “Carry All” tote, $64

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Baggu
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Gotta love a pair of rainboots you can wear all day without looking too casual or frumpy. 

To buy: Tretorn “Emma” boots, $100

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Tretorn
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The zipper on the top of this coated canvas tote will keep your valuables safe from the element it’s roomy enough to hold a 15-inch laptop. 

To buy: Fossil “Sydney Shopper” tote, $128

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Fossil
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Let your outfit shine through (literally) this sheer raincoat. 

To buy: Zara “Sheer” raincoat, $70

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Zara
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This L.L. Bean tote is called the “Nor’Easter.” Enough said. 

To buy: L.L. Bean “Nor’Easter” tote, $89

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LL Bean
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Black patent leather boots are always a good idea — so you should definitely add this rain-ready pair to your wardrobe. 

To buy: Jeffery Campbell “Stormy” rain boots, $55

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Urban Outfitters
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This water-resistant and wind-resistant anorak is perfect for light showers and its hood easily stows away when the sun comes back out again. 

To buy: Athleta “Dippity” jacket, $128

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Athleta
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When you’re not using this to tote your stuff it rolls down into a very travel friendly and space-saving size. 

To buy: WANT Les Essentiels “Orly” tote, $295

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WANT Les Essentiels