Is there such a thing as a cool/stylish waterproof jacket?!

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Going on holiday and need a lightweight waterproof but I cringe at the thought of an anorak/cagoule-type jacket. I bought a North Face jacket a few years ago that was quite expensive but it's a bit on the heavy side and it's red, which was a mistake...should have gone for black. So I've hardly worn it. Any suggestions, please?

I'd like to know too

I bought one similar to this last year and often get comments about how nice it looks .. different colour though. It's not heavy.

I got a good waterproof, breathable but not 'hiker' looking jacket from Joules last year, could try there. Otherwise try the more expensive outdoor brands - somewhere like Cotswold Outdoor will have a good selection - they tend to be less shiny looking!

I've got this m.millets.co.uk/product/purple-peter-storm-womens-parka-in-a-pack/002617/

Protected species do some lovely waterproof jackets.

in my experience nope, no such thing!

Barbour is the obvious of course, its a very specific 'look' but has a massive following. Its not my sort of thing but you can't deny its cachet! Don't mock me, but I do have one from M&S (stormwear, I think) - I like it cos it makes me feel like Coraline

No! There is no such thing. Either stay indoors, get an umbrella, or give up caring how you look. Sorry

Probably should have said I only have a budget of £45 max...

I'm coveting this one at the moment. Not sure just quite how waterproof it would be though.

www.joules.com/Women/Jackets-Coats/Coast/Waterproof-Jacket/Antique-Gold?id=X_COAST|ANTGOLD

www.joules.com/Women/Jackets-Coats/Coast/Waterproof-Jacket/Antique-Gold?id=X_COAST|ANTGOLD

My sister got a nice 1 from newlook mine is a peterstorm and i have 1 from sainsbury it keeps me dry stylish and dry doesn't go together but my jacket is lightweight

Oh for goodness sake, that's not working! It's a yellow one from Joules anyway with a stripy lining.

Have a look on Fat Face OP, some quite nice ones on there (no idea if they will stand up to hurricane conditions)

I did a uturn out of fatface on Saturday 50odd quid for basically a cagul

I've got one from Tesco which is a nice shape . Hang on I'll see if I can find it

www.tesco.com/direct/ff-striped-canvas-shower-resistant-jacket/734-2500.prd

It's nicer in real life and is shaped so a flattering fit. . It comes in floral too if you like that sort of thing .

Any plus size ones?

Thanks but it has to be black (plainer the better...!) Maybe I'll look at sportswear...

Try M nM direct dd has bought a few blackones from there

I got a knee length coat from Seasalt at half price. They had jackets too and I think the sale's still on. I've not needed to wear it yet but it looks pretty sturdy. Some were a bit jaunty for my liking but mine is a suitably sombre grey and they had black stuff too.

I don't love it which I realise is akin to a style crime but it will hopefully do job. Why it should be beyond the wit of any designer to come up with a stylish but functioning bad weather coat I have no idea.

I've got a seasalt one I love. It's not going to win any fashion awards but it has a bit more shape than the usual north face ones and isn't quite so utilitarian. Worth checking out their sale anyway!

I have a lovely Protected Species one. I saw Uniqlo do a simple shaped one that I'd consider if I didn't have this!

www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/product/women-blocktech-coat-187471.html

That's nice happy .. looks like a Didrikson Thelma .

I have a Joules Coast jacket and would totally recommend. It's completely waterproof and light and I get so many positive comments about it as they are lovely colours!