Waterproof Raincoat with hood - but cute!

[JudyP]

Most of my raincoats have been on the more utilitarian design, or at least that is how I remember them. I need a new one and would love stylish but functional, if it’s even possible, so waterproof or water repellent and a hood.
Price - prob not over£150 ish
anyone bought a nice new raincoat for spring? Thanks!

perhaps this Tog24 one https://www.tog24.com/products/alva-womens-waterproof-jacket-taupe, and currently within budget

I have 3 different Protected Species coats, all fully waterproof and bought in their sales. I wouldn't wear anything else.

Perhaps not a cute colour but I recent bought this (in the sale!) and love it for not looking too functional! https://www.sweatybetty.com/shop/tops/jackets/motion-waterproof-cropped-parka-SB10228_NoriGreen.html?dwvar_SB10228_NoriGreen_color=norigreen&oldpid=SB10228_NoriGreen

I have two seasalt rain coats, one winter one lighter weight. Both completely waterproof and re-proofable. They have lots of different styles including plain/patterned short/long

I love the checked version

I like this as it’s just a little different and less “just functional”

I should have given more info in my op maybe - I do have a very functional and very waterproof coat for dog walks that fully covers me up but wins no fashion awards, this would be more for getting to work and weekends, but sometimes I have a few bags on the way home so no option for holding a brolly hence the need for a hood.I’m just after something that looks like a bit of thought has gone into the design and doesn’t completely break the bank!

I saw Protected Species recommended on here so got one. Brilliant raincoat and I would always go for it again. Really lovely fabric and soft to the touch. You can store the hood in the collar but I just leave it out so it doesn’t feel bulky.

Ooh I’ve just checked out their coats and I now have a new obsession!! They are beautiful!! When do they hold sales? I need to keep an eye on this!

Some options

This site looks to have a lot of lovely options which might suit the op.

My biggest issue with rain coats is that the hoods aren’t big enough if you have your hair up. And in the wet I don’t really want my hair down getting stuck to my face and caught in the zip. Aargh!

Stutterheim - I have one and love it

I really like this one

https://www.lighthouseclothing.co.uk/products/outback-full-length-waterproof-raincoat-deep-sea?variant=8238786740270

It is very practical. I like that some clothes manufacturers recognise that women want inside pockets as well.

So many great options that weren’t on my radar! Thx to everyone for all the ideas I really appreciate all the suggestions!

I got a genuinely waterproof coat from mandmdirect years ago. It is a tresspass one. I think I paid €25 for it (12 years ago!)

I have two Rainsisters coats and I adore them! I decided early on that they're too beautiful to wear just with dresses and skirts (ie never!) so I wear mine with jeans and trainers and always get compliments.

Lazy Jacks have some cool patterns on their raincoats and the hood is just the right size to keep the rain off your face.

Long and short styles

I have this one and it’s fabulous. One of my favourite purchases

I love my rain sisters one. Suggest sizing up so you can fit a chunky jumper under.

I love the stutterheim ones too but I’m too short for them.

A neighbour has this one https://www.sweatybetty.com/shop/tops/jackets/motion-waterproof-longline-parka-SB10393_Black.html?cgid=waterproof-edit&dwvar_SB10393_Black_color=black&tile=3&oldpid=SB10393_Black#start=0&sz=24 which I’m yearning for. So swishy.

Lol at ‘alright Danger Mouse’

Next did a really nice trench coat with a hood

Here’s a Threadbare one with a hood

The Finisterre Stormbird raincoat and jacket are properly waterproof and look good too (I think so anyway!) 🌧️

Love this one - might try it on if I can find it in store