31 Mar 2014
Outfits

Rainy Day

Rainy Day

This weekend it rained…and rained…and rained. The sidewalks seemed quieter, and I think a lot of people hunkered down in sweats and ordered delivery. Tempting though that is, looking put together on a dreary day is actually pretty easy. You just need to have the right weather-appropriate accessories: a cute umbrella, a waterproof trench coat, and a great pair of rain boots. It helps to add some sparkle and a bit of color too.

Rainy Day Outfit

While my umbrella and coat were both bargain buys, my boots were definitely an investment. For a long time, I would spend $20-30 on a pair of fun, patterned rain boots from Target. As much as I love Target, those boots never made it more than one season, inevitably tearing and defeating their entire purpose. After hearing so many good things about Hunters, I finally sucked it up and took the plunge a couple of years ago. I have to say, they are seriously one of the best investments I’ve ever made. Honestly, if I totaled up how much I spent on cheap boots, it would probably come pretty close to the cost of one pair of quality boots. Hunters fit great, and because I’m on the petite end of the scale, I opted for the “short” version of the Original rubber boots. I can still tuck my pants in, and they work better for my short legs.Rainy Day Outfit

Trench Coat Style

What to wear with rain boots

Gingham Plaid

Hunter Boots

Trench Coat: Target (similar), Button-Down: Joe Fresh, Jeans: Forever 21 (similar), Boots: Hunter
Umbrella: TJMaxx (similar), Earrings: BaubleBar (similar), Necklace: BaubleBar (similar)

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9 Comments

  1. Merritt Beck wrote:

    such a cute trench! Can’t believe it’s from Target!

    The Style Scribe

    Posted 3.31.14
  2. Jacqueline Rendine wrote:

    Such a great rainy day look! Love that adorable umbrella!
    xo,
    Jacqueline
    stylininstlouis.com

    Posted 3.31.14
    • Samantha Tananbaum wrote:

      Thanks, Jacqueline! I had a polka dot umbrella for the longest time and had to retire it recently. Glad I found another cute pattern to carry around in the rain 🙂 xo

      Posted 4.2.14
  3. Brenna - Bubbly in Brooklyn wrote:

    Love your rainy day look, especially the leopard umbrella. Such a fun way to spice up a dreary day.

    Posted 3.31.14
    • Samantha Tananbaum wrote:

      Thanks, Brenna! Although it’s tempting to give in to the grayness, I try to combat it with bright colors.

      Posted 4.2.14
  4. Jen Dang @ Skirt The Rules wrote:

    Love the leopard print umbrella! I definitely need to step up my umbrella game. 🙂

    xo Jen
    Skirt The Rules

    Posted 4.1.14
    • Samantha Tananbaum wrote:

      Thanks, Jen! An umbrella can be a great accessory! I’m always afraid to spend too much on them because they get lost so easily, but TJ Maxx had some great choices. Definitely worth checking out!

      Posted 4.2.14
  5. TrendyOnABudget wrote:

    love your trench! Hunter’s are the best and defn worth the investment!

    Posted 4.18.14

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