4 Stylish Rain Gear Essentials

The rainy season is here, meaning lots of cloudy skies, showers and puddles. Don’t let all that wet weather put a damper on your sense of fashion—check out these stylish rain gear essentials and go puddle jumping instead! —Jennifer Cox

go-to jacket. You can count on Columbia’s women’s Otara Hills jacket ($110) to keep you dry, and it’s perfect for town or country. The longer silhouette and drop-tail hem offer extra coverage and protection.

must-have boots. The Sorel Out N About Plus Boot ($91) has the best of both worlds: an waterproof glitter leather and metallic shell as well as seam-sealed waterproof construction. Not only will you look good, you’ll be warm and comfortable, too.

magical overhead protection. The original Bubble Umbrella from Hunter gets a fun update thanks to Disney with a playful camo pattern and the iconic silhouette of Mary Poppins ($95). Perfect for wet and windy conditions, the design features a rubberised grip handle and durable rib frame.

get a-head of the weather. The MEC Outdoor Research Performance Trucker Rain Hat ($29) has a classic trucker look with a waterproof-breathable membrane to keep you dry when the weather doesn’t co-operate.