Fab 5: rainy days and Monday

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It’s October, which in Vancouver means one thing: rain. Splish, splash, splosh. Have you already ordered your rain gear?

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Even if you swear to carry a reliable umbrella in your bag at all times from October to March, a raincoat and waterproof shoes are arguably essential on the humid coast.

From multi-layered outerwear to shoes you can get wet in, Rebecca Tay discovers five styles ready for the rainy days to come.

SPLISH SPLASH

It’s hard to think of a brand that is more associated with rainwear than Hunter. Founded in 1856, the British brand has been worn by everyone, from the Queen to Kate Moss, who wore her famous original Wellington boot at Glastonbury in 2005. We still love its exclusive pieces, but also the new styles released every season, including this raincoat. Refined Chelsea boot in burgundy chestnut brown, with a chunky heel and platform sole.

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Hunter, hunterboots.com | $ 210

MINIMALIST COLLABORATION

We always love high-low collaboration, and Uniqlo x Theory is no exception. Released next week on October 14, it is the perfect combination of Theory’s New York sensibility and Uniqlo functionality. Composed of nine elements in a strictly monochromatic palette, the pieces are ideal for layering and are both sophisticated and practical. There are pretty pleated skirts, seamless knitwear, and this raincoat – a minimalist’s dream.

Uniqlo, uniqlo.ca | $ 159.90

WONDERFUL THREE IN ONE

There’s no question that this ‘West River Rain Parka’ is an investment, but it’s also basically three coats in one, and one with a perfect name. There is a full-length shell with patch pockets, a nylon-lined insulated vest with two inside pockets, and an insulated hooded raincoat with drawstring at the waist. Features a relaxed fit that’s comfortable without being too baggy – made to wear over anything in your wardrobe.

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Moose Knuckles Canada, mooseknucklescanada.com | $ 995

LOVE LEOPARD

If you’re a fan of Vans for its classic appeal or because you’ve worn the brand your entire adult life, you’ll be happy to know that they have products for wet weather too – the MTE series. This SK8-HI MTE-2 in Chipmunk Leopard features a weather resistant suede upper, an All-Trac rubber outsole that has been treated to improve traction and a molded footbed, HydroGuard 360 ° waterproof membrane and insulation. PrimaLoft to keep your feet warm and dry. .

Vans vans.ca | $ 160

BUY A QUOTE

If rainwear is essential and functional for you, you will like this hooded raincoat. Best of all, while it’s completely waterproof, which is exactly what you want in a raincoat, it’s also pretty cute, with front flap pockets and a sweet lilac hue.

Joe Fresh, joefresh.com | $ 69