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Women’s Raincoat


Choosing a women’s raincoat should not be a quick or easy decision. Apart from the typical problem of whether it’s stylish, function in the case of a women’s raincoat trumps fashion. After all, if you want to weather the elements it’s better to have a women’s raincoat that keeps you dry (not to mention any fashion you may be wearing beneath it).

Here are some quick tips to remember when shopping for a women’s raincoat.

  • Protection. Check the tag. Make certain the coat is 100% waterproof or water-resistant. Most brands of women’s raincoat are, but it’s always good to check the label for the guarantee.
  • Lining. Need a little extra protection? Maybe from rain or wind? Look for a raincoat with lining. This can range from a simple inner windbreaker to Thinsulate, to even heavy wool for colder temperatures. Women’s raincoats made with Thinsulate offer the best bet as the thin insulating material works at wide temperature ranges. Again, check the label.
  • Are you in the hood? If all you need is an umbrella for cover, then you probably should opt for a coat without a hood. However, if you plan to spend time in the outdoors during the rain (by living in Seattle let’s say) then you might want a hood.
  • Is it packable? At first, this might seem an odd criterion, but it’s not. A packable women’s raincoat makes storage easier. You can stuff it in a backpack, rather than having to worry about finding a hanger for it. Again, check the label.
  • Length. Waist length or longer? Whether you use your raincoat for hiking in the boondocks or hiking to the nearest sale, you want a coat that’s at least slightly longer than waist length. This provides added protection against both wind and rain.
  • What’s in a name? When you see the brand of women’s raincoat from LL Bean or North Face you might automatically assume these will be coats designed for the great outdoors. Well, this isn’t always the case. Brands like LL Bean, North Face, and Columbia offer women’s raincoats suitable for both town and country. And these brands may be more likely to offer better protection against the elements. And, something like an Ann Taylor might work just as well on a cross-country hike as a crosstown jaunt.

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