Hooded coat for buggy pushing in the rain?

[franch]

I keep doing variations on this thread, still haven't found anything nice ...

Nothing remotely parka-related please, something pretty

(I have an old black Next duffle coat but am utterly depressed by it)

[Roskva]

I'm still waiting for that torrential rain....

[franch]

Mrs B Mrs B please please may I start a new thread on this pleeeeeeeease

[MrsBadger]

orla keilly bucket hat
ebay

[franch]

Oh yawn, baby-pasta comments here there and everywhere - far more boring than duplicate threads Just started this anew in case there were any exciting new inventions out there

Thanks tho for all the suggestions and links. You know, the point about head-turning is really valid. May I please have permission to start a rain-hat thread?

[MrsBadger]

quick update - though unhooded land's end mac did well in light rain this morning. kept me remarkably warm too (though may have been due to pushing laden pram)

[princessmel]

I like smoggies coat but its still pricey at £75.

I have one from H&M. Its navy with white brollys all over it. Got it last year though. I love the Boden one but its too expensive.

[RosaLuxembourg]

Thanks Roskva. I await your verdict with interest.

[Roskva]

RosaLuxembourg - it comes to about 3 inches above my knees, and I'm about 5'4". It passed the light rain test with flying colours, and as heavy rain is forecast over the next couple of days, I'll let you know how it fares, as I'm on sole dog walking duty.

[florenceuk]

Uniqlo have showerproof trenches and parkas in at the moment - the trenches are double breasted (no good for me as I'm too short) and have removable lining. The parka has a hood with fur lining and is nylon. Hennes have Boden-like coats (coated cotton) with blue and white patterns. And I saw a pic of a Mango patent leather coat the other day (but only available on the website in "curry").

Me personally I alternate between black North face parka (when it's really wet), black Lands end squall parka (if I ever get round to re-proofing it) and Gap puffa coat.

[PatsyCline]

Oh, just found this

www.telegraph.co.uk/fashion/main.jhtml?xml=/fashion/2001/10/26/efcoat26.xml.

I really like that (top right) tweed number from H&M. Long, pretty stylish - from what I can see of the photo - and hooded!

[PatsyCline]

I am a shortie so, in my defence, those coats from Debenhams would at least reach my knees, Cod.

Let us continue in our quest.

Patsy x

[RosaLuxembourg]

Roskva - how far down your legs does the Boden one come? Is it anywhere near kneelength?

[Pannacotta]

Think the Millets one I have is nicer than the Boden ones (INHO of course!) in part because it doesnt scream BOden at you with all those odd coloured spots/dots.

[yajorome]

I think I'm sending mine back - had a friend look at it today and it just wasn't right.

What about this one?

[Roskva]

I just got this one - dh calls it 'death by colour', but I like it, and it's long enough to keep the top of my legs dry here

[FluffyMummy123]

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[PatsyCline]

I feel your pain, pram pushers.

What about this lot from Debenhams?

www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_10001_61573_431633_-1

This is nice too (but not for me - big boobs)
www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_10001_61573_431904_-1

This has a nice '40s vibe:
www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_10001_61573_414204_-1

Military but will show baby sick...
www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/product_10001_10001_61573_407222_-1

Patsy x

[brimfull]

sugarmatches- I am not complaining,just a comment that we still ahven't solved this dilemna!

yajorome- I really like the orange one,colour wouldn't suit me but if it did I would love it.Bright is good.Wish bravissimo one was green.Will let you know what it's like,but I think you should keep the priciples one,tis lovely.

[marthamoo]

I have that Millet's one too - it's not very warm though, you need a fleece underneath and then you look like Michelin Mum.

[newgirl]

i like the laura ashley one - smoggie can you go an stand under a hosepipe and test it for us please!!

[mustsleep]

of course it would be easier of the weather made it's fricking mind up

wanted to get a light weight jacket last week today thinking about breaking out the super thick winter coat - have you looked on topshop website they have some lovely coats

[MrsBadger]

do not be cross sugarmatches
we all still answered
were just letting op know there are many of us in the same boat and that there is still no decent solution...

[sugarmatches]

I am not sure what difference it makes whether there are loads of threads on the same topics.
Most new people wont know that and it would be a shame to exclude new people who are not aware of how things work.

If you see a topic that has been covered or you feel there is nothing you can contribute, then don't click on the link.
Simple.

I will say, again, I really like the Boden raincoats. They are pretty and and have a cosy fleece lining. Expensive, but you will use it for years.

[yajorome]

I like the Millets one as a proper rainjacket. Maybe we all need a mac for drizzly days and a proper raincoat for really rainy days.