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PATAGONIA JACKET

Giant dark clouds move in and slowly cover the sky. The pre-rain gusts of wind are swaying everything in sight. Before you know it, the skies have opened up and buckets of rain are pouring down from the clouds.

As much as an intense rainfall is refreshing and cleansing, you have to protect yourself from wet weather conditions. Be weather-ready from head to toe in fashionable eco rain gear!

Umbrellas

Available in a bunch of colors, Eco ‘brellas from Totes are made with recycled materials. The Eco 'brella canopy is made of 100% recycled PET (PolyEthylene Terephthalate) bottles, the frame is made of 70% recycled aluminum, and these auto open close umbrellas also have bamboo handles and waxed hemp straps. To complete them, both the umbrella canopy and tie strap notably display a recycled symbol within a raindrop.

Also from the makers of Totes, the Senz storm umbrellas, which were dubbed one of the best inventions of 2007 by Time Magazine, resist winds of up to 70 mph. The umbrellas come in 3 models including the mini, the original and the XL, and a variety of solid colors. Two additional styles are the result of a collaboration with Japanese design label Minä Perhonen and include signature collection items Rain Symphony which is covered in raindrops and Twig, covered in nature derived images meant to inspire you to look up through your umbrella and see the sky in between the twigs. The smart design and strength of these stealth umbrellas allows for a flow with the wind rather than flipping inside out and exposing you to torrential rains like a lot of umbrellas out there.

Other options include Radley umbrellas which come in a stylish variety of very lively leaf and floral stencils and prints. The fabric used to create these umbrellas is made from 100% recycled plastic bottles and they come with a matching case which has a wristlet strap and leather Radley dog tag attached; and Monsoon Vermont who proclaim “It’s all about Trashion” - a catchy phrase which plays itself out clearly in their product line. Monsoon Vermont umbrellas are made of recycled materials hand-made into unique patterns. The outside edge of each umbrella is lined with silk fabric. Pick your favorite color and grab one today. The 32" full length umbrellas are currently on sale for $45 from a regular price of $60.

SENZ STORM UMBRELLAS

Coats & Jackets

Patagonia is an undeniable leader in sustainable outdoor wear and earning its fashion stripes with a feature in November’s US Vogue worn by Caroline Murphy (the writer of the article, of course, offers some Vogue styling advice: "swap the shorts for leggings, and the hiking boots for rugged treadsole heels, and this jacket could assail any city block in style."). Both the Rain Shadow Jacket and Eco Rain Shell Jacket are zip hooded rain jackets with plenty of pockets and made of breathable, lightweight, and recycled materials. The Rain Shadow Jacket has a relaxed fit for layering and a roll down hood while the Eco Rain Shell Jacket features a removable hood. Both styles are available for men and women and Patagonia also offers a large variety of climate protection gear for kids.

Rei is an online outdoor gear, apparel and accessories superstore which carries the aforementioned Patagonia label as well as many other eco-friendly items from labels such as Polartec, The North Face, Marmot and their very own private labels. Rei is committed to sustainability and demonstrates their environmental stewardship through several active programs including their ecoSensitive label.

Especially for your little ones, Organically Hatched offers PVC free, thin, hooded, lightweight rain jackets that are great for layering under and come in fun styles which coordinate with their umbrellas. The waterproof fabric used keeps them dry and stylish in print offerings such as Pink Dots, Royal Gecko, Lime Frogs, Blue Fairies and Orange Giraffes!

KAMIK BOOTS

Boots & Galoshes

Make a splash (literally) in Kamik rain boots. Collections such as the Atrium line for women, the Spritz line for boys and girls, and the Essex collection for men and women are all made of 100% waterproof and 100% recyclable materials. Durable and lightweight with TREK outsoles to maximize traction, they come in imaginative patterns and bright colors sure to keep you welcoming rainy day fun.

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