Our current Vancouver forecast has been a bit on the drizzle-filled side and has us thinking about notable ways to shield ourselves from the rainy weather likely to stick with us for weeks to come. We stumbled upon a few wet coast-based designers and suppliers of eye-catching raingear guaranteed to have young professionals looking sleek and chic on even the dullest of days.
North Vancouver-based Cheeky Umbrellas offers a variety of different styles and designs guaranteed to add a pop of colour (and cheeky attitude) to an otherwise dreary day. We love the clever statements you’ll discover when umbrellas are fully open. A few that made us chuckle: “When does it start raining men?”; “I prefer umbrellas in my cocktails”; and “I’m not late, I’m rain delayed” (appropriate for a few people we know). Visit them online to peruse their parasol selection in full.
Looking for more weather-savvy solutions? Be sure to check out Kitsilano’s own Gum Drops and fix all your puddle jumping problems. You’ll find this boutique, located at 2029 West 4th Avenue, fully-loaded with everything you could want or need during our rainy season in YVR. They’ve got gear for guys, girls and everyone in-between. Looking for boots? Check. Jackets? Check. Umbrellas? Check. Gum Drops offers a wealth of reputable brands to select from.
Another notable source on a rainy day is Vancouver’s other online retailer, iBrolly, who – like Cheeky Umbrella – offers customized designs and a plethora of protective options that will keep Mother Nature at bay.
Finally, we recommend readers note The Umbrella Shop as a go-to source when searching for a stylish shield during this soggy season. With a long-standing history (established in 1935) and several stores located throughout the Lower Mainland, this is a definite must. The Umbrella Shop offers a great policy on purchases as well as timely repair services.
Don’t forget Fido. We certainly didn’t…If you’re looking for a shop that stocks a solid selection of doggy-duds, swing by Bark and Fitz in Coal Harbour at 561 Cardero Street and score big. Not only is this quaint bark-friendly boutique full of slick-looking rain jackets and other accessories, they offer full-service grooming guaranteed to get your dog’s paw of approval after a wet walk in the cold November rain.