Well, folks, it’s official. Summer is over, and the wild, wild wet is well and truly here. You’ve only gotta look at the weather forecast for the next few days if you don’t believe me. So, to avoid rocking up at the office completely drenched (been there, done that) or having your weekend outfit ruined, then you’re in desperate need of one thing — a rain jacket.
This item of clothing probably conjures terrifying images of school excursions or little Georgie from It — neither of which are particularly inspiring. While it might feel impossible to look chic in wet weather, we promise there are raincoats out there that’ll keep you dry and have you looking good doing it. We have everything from trench coat style jackets to puffy ones, long ones and short ones — you get the gist.
This fabulous lineup will likely persuade people who swore they’d never own a raincoat to throw one on. While you’re at it, you might as well slide on your gumboots and splash around in the puddles like the big grown-up you are. Go on, we know you want to.
The Best Raincoats You Can Buy Online
Rains Rain Jacket
Rains Rain Jacket is a classic raincoat that delivers high functionality in a minimal silhouette. It’s a unisex design that comes in 17 different colourways, three different lengths and price points.
Lululemon Rain Rebel
This Lululemon Raincoat is a wardrobe must-have! Pair it with white sneakers or cute gumboots during the wetter months. It features a back vent for breathability, a cinchable waist with a slim slide-and-lock toggle, a
cinchable hood, zippered pockets with a hidden phone sleeve, flip-up cuffs, a two-way zipper, and interior pockets to hold the essentials. Plus, the classic fit falls away from your body so you have plenty of room for layering.
Thrills Cortex Anorak Jacket
For the blokes who prefer a rain jacket that’s less rain jacket-y, we recommend this Thrills Cortex Anorak Jacket. A level up from your typical windbreaker, it features an oversized fit, a cosy hood, and half zip closure. It’s also super lightweight, water-repellant and ready to take on the outdoors when you are.
The North Face City Breeze Rain II Parka
If you’ve always dreamt of owning a North Face jacket, this shitty weather has just given you the perfect excuse to invest in one, and let us tell you: it’s worth every penny.
Nike Mens Woven Lined Windrunner Hooded Jacket
Fellas, if this sick Nike jacket doesn’t inspire you to work a rain jacket into your wardrobe we don’t know what will. While this one isn’t going to get you through a torrential downpour, it’s more than enough to get you through a drizzle to and from public transport. Plus, the design replicates the original from 1978, which is dope.
Gorman Split Raincoat
Raincoats don’t have to be boring, especially if you buy one from Gorman. Take this funky little number for example, it’s got a cosy hood for extra protection from the rain, and a relaxed fit to ensure comfort and easy layering.
Patagonia Men’s Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket
It wouldn’t be a list of raincoats if there wasn’t a Patagonia jacket in the mix. It’s simple, unpretentious, and has long-lasting waterproof durability.
Roxy Raining Again Hooded Jacket
Well, this is one aptly named jacket. Roxy’s Raining Again Hooded Jacket is a great option if you’re looking for something that’s both stylish and practical. It features a protective hood, front zip closure and two side zip pockets.
adidas Performance Terrex Multi 2L Rain.Rdy Jacket
From your daily commute to weekend adventures, the adidas Performance Terrex Multi 2L Rain.Rdy Jacket is the jacket you can grab when Apple’s fuckboi weather keeps you second-guessing.
By now, you’ve almost certainly been convinced that owning a rain jacket is the best decision you’ll make in 2024. Don’t be that person who rocks up to work wearing see-through clothing because you thought you could outrun the rain. Take the jacket, my friends, and never look back.
Image credit: The North Face / Nike