umbrellas to perk up rainy days

PRETTY PRINTS AND POPS OF COLOR CAN BRIGHTEN UP EVEN THE GRAYEST OF DAYS.

STUTTERHEIM STOCKHOLM FRAME BLUE FOG RAINCOAT Waterproof-tested at sea (i.e., in the wettest possible conditions), this coat is made from rubberized cotton that is remarkably comfortable to wear.

TO BUY: $325; stutterheim.com.

SILVER LININGS

Fashion Editor REBECCA DALY

Photographs by NIGEL COX

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT KATE SPADE NEW YORK BLOSSOM TRAVEL UMBRELLA All in the details. The double lining feels luxe—and offers extra protection against heavy downpours. TO BUY: $48; katespade.com.

CIRRA BY SHEDRAIN COMPACT UMBRELLA Petite when closed (making it a great travel companion), this striped style opens out to a standard-size canopy at the push of a button. TO BUY: $16; target.com.

WINDJAMMER JOSEPHINE COMPACT UMBRELLA A tiered vent resists the wind to stop this art deco–inspired option from flipping inside out or blowing away. TO BUY: $26; shedrain.com. Notjust wet-weather necessities—in graphic prints or feminine florals, these eyecatching umbrellas have earned their place as chic accessories.

WELLIES

Don’t let a sudden storm derail yourday. Alittle bit—or even a lot—of rain is no match for thesewaterproof boots, soyou cankeep yourfeet warm and dry in style.

FROM TOP HELLY HANSEN W MIDSUND 2 GRAPHIC WELLIES Color blocking puts a subtle but sophisticated spin on these classic galoshes (the company has been making them since 1877). TO BUY: $65; hellyhansen.com.

CHOOKA JULIA RAIN BOOTS Not just a pretty pair: These knee-high floral boots have a moisture-wicking lining and removable memory-foam insoles, so they’re extra cozy too.

TO BUY: $80; shop.chooka.com.

JOULES PRINTED RAIN BOOTS A hand-drawn botanical print looks equally great styled with a pencil skirt for strolling city streets or jeans for walking country lanes.

TO BUY: $80; joulesusa.com.

FROM TOP RAINS JACKET Ultralightweight (read: packable), this sunny yellow raincoat is full of traditional details, like a fishtail hem and a visored hood. TO BUY: $100; rains.com.

JOULES GOLIGHTLY JACKET With a print this lovely (not to mention the flattering, cinchable waist), you just might get excited when the forecast calls for showers. TO BUY: $75; joulesusa.com.

HERSCHEL SUPPLY CO. RAINWEAR PARKA Welded seams and wellplaced venting make this a practical pick; the slim, tailored shape makes it a fashionable one. TO BUY: $100; herschel.com.