A rainy autumn day is not a reason to refuse to walk in the fresh air. And do not be afraid that the outfit will get wet and spoiled, it is enough just to put on a waterproof raincoat.
Today, a raincoat is not just a plastic rain cover; it is a full-fledged item of clothing with a wide model range and various colors. Such cloaks can be found on the catwalks of the most famous world fashion houses. This is not only a great alternative to an umbrella, but also a stylish, modern piece of women's wardrobe.
Features and benefits
The advantages of such a coat include the following points:
- precipitation protection;
- light weight, compact size;
- practicality (a raincoat leaves hands free, unlike an umbrella);
- aesthetically appealing look.
A raincoat does not take up much space in the wardrobe. It is very light, it can always be rolled up and hidden in a bag or bag. The raincoat is easy to clean, easy to wash and dries quickly. And yet: the original cut and color of the model will help to give along that very necessary highlight to get a harmonious look.
How to choose a raincoat?
When choosing a suitable model should pay attention to the following points:
- Length. The raincoat is primarily designed to protect against precipitation, so you should not choose too short models. Perhaps they are more attractive in appearance, but they cope with their immediate task worse than long raincoats.
- The material of manufacture. The simplest and most common option is polyethylene. Polyethylene raincoat is often used as a disposable. It is convenient to take with you on trips or travels. For permanent use, it is better to choose models from rubberized material with special water-repellent impregnation, nylon, membrane, silicone, etc. Such a cloak will last longer and looks much more attractive. The material must be sufficiently dense and elastic.
- Additional details (pockets, hood, belt, cuffs with laces or elastic). The presence of these elements makes wearing a raincoat even more convenient and practical. Pockets come in handy to protect your hands from the cold, a hood will protect your hair from rain, a belt will protect you from penetrating wind.
- Color spectrum. Transparent, white or black raincoat - universal models that are relevant in any season and are perfect for any clothes.
- Clasp. Different models of raincoats can be made with zippers, buttons, buttons or velcro.
- So as not to create a "greenhouse effect", the raincoat should have either a special perforation or an undercut.
- The size. You should not choose a model that is too large, it will hang baggy, and a too-fitted rain cover will be tight and uncomfortable.
Models and styles
More recently, the raincoat was a model of straight or trapezoid cut with a hood. No frills, no original styles or interesting details. Today, the range of cloaks allows you to easily choose a raincoat for any preferred style of dress: from classic to casual.
The length of raincoats can be very different. Short and shortened models, and long. Bright appliqués, beautiful buttons, contrasting color accessories or other finishes are used as decorations.
Lovers of classic styles can recommend the model of straight cut knee-length button or black buttons. Such a cloak may have a belt or a belt with a buckle.
Fans of non-standard images will definitely like raincoats, iridescent with all colors of the rainbow spectrum or models with a bright, unusual print, for example, a leopard print.
A raincoat with a hood is the most practical option of all models. The hood completely replaces the umbrella. Models with lacing are especially convenient so that you can tighten the hood more tightly if necessary. The hood can have a different depth and cut, be equipped with a visor, be decorated with ears or other decorative elements.
A wide, loose-fitting raincoat poncho is ideal not only for everyday life, but also for trips out of town, traveling, hiking. It is very voluminous, so it allows not only to shelter from the rain, but also to wrap itself in it. Perfect for obese people.
A cape looks more like a large piece of fabric with slots for hands than a model cape. Ideal for camping conditions, very compact, easily folds and does not take up much space.
The transparent cape looks very much like a cellophane candy wrapper. It can be purely transparent, so as not to hide clothes made in any color or even in a combination of several colors.
Raincoats are usually made from membrane tissue. They are rather dense, they do not let water in at all, but they do not create a “greenhouse effect” and allow the body to breathe. Have high strength and durability.
Lightning is the most convenient type of fastener. A raincoat with a zipper allows you to quickly and reliably ensure complete tightness and maximally protect clothing from moisture. The zipper can be performed in the same color as the cloak.
Button coats are one of the most popular models. Buttons provide good tightness, this cloak is easily fastened and instantly unbuttoned.
Rubberized raincoat is more suitable for trips to the country, out of town, hiking in the woods, tourist travel, etc. This raincoat is ideal for outdoor activities. It is an indispensable piece of equipment for hunters and fishermen. It has the most simple style, equipped with a hood with lace-up.
A raincoat made of breathable materials is ideal for prolonged exposure in the rain. It allows the skin to breathe freely without creating a greenhouse effect.
Lightweight raincoats are usually made in the most concise cut, without unnecessary decorative details and auxiliary elements. Most often made of polyethylene.
Kinds
All raincoats can be divided into 2 groups: disposable and reusable.
Disposable raincoats are distinguished by a simple cut and the absence of any decorative elements. They are made of polyethylene, so their cost is very low. Calculated on one application, but with proper care, this cloak can be used several times.
Such cloaks can be with or without a clasp. Sleeves are often elastic.
Reusable rain cover is designed for continuous use. That is why for its creation are used more dense, rubberized materials with special water-repellent impregnation. Zippers, Velcro, buttons, buttons are used as fasteners. Raincoats are available in a wide model range and in a diverse color palette.
Large sizes
Beautiful transparent, matte or shiny rainbow trapezoidal or straight silhouette is perfect for ladies with curvaceous. The free silhouette allows you to easily hide or mask the problem areas of the figure. As for the color range, it is best to choose models of restrained, dark colors, using a small print.
Materials
For sewing raincoats today uses a lot of modern materials.Among the most popular are the following fabrics:
- Nylon. Very practical and inexpensive material, often used for sewing such raincoats. Differs in ease, practicality, durability and unpretentiousness in leaving.
- Polyethylene. The most inexpensive material for making raincoats. Often used to create capes or disposable raincoats. A fragile and short-lived material, very light and quite waterproof.
- Rubber. Rubberized raincoats are more suitable not for everyday use, but, for example, for outdoor activities. This may be fishing, hunting or just a picnic in the fresh air.
- Membrane. The raincoat from a membrane differs in the increased degree of water tightness, wind protection, wear resistance and durability, in comparison with other analogs. The material is perfectly breathable and allows the body to "breathe."
- Silicone. Differs in the increased water tightness, durability, durability and unpretentiousness in leaving.
- The cloth. Usually it is a water-repellent material. Such a raincoat not only perfectly protects from rain, but also covers it from the wind.
- Vinyl. A bright, colorful vinyl raincoat is useful not only in rainy weather, but just on a cloudy day. Material differs in fine water tightness and simplicity in leaving.
Color and print
Raincoats can be of any color, starting with classic black, ending with trendy crimson. Cloaks can be monophonic or multi-colored, decorated with original prints or eye-catching appliqués.
In recent years, holographic drawings with a 3D effect have been particularly popular. This year, designers offer to pay attention to the models, made in pistachio, terracotta and coral color.
The color of the raincoat is desirable to choose according to the chosen style. For example, for a strict, business suit it is better to choose monochrome models of restrained tones or transparent raincoats.
Refresh the outfit and make the image more spectacular will help cloak bright yellow, pink, orange, blue, red or even camouflage color. Coats made in a combination of several contrasting colors look very stylish and interesting.
Among the most popular prints of this season are drawings imitating the skin of a snake, a crocodile and other reptiles. Vegetative ornaments are always actual.
Fashionable raincoat
This season raincoats with a glossy shine are very relevant. It can be a bright, transparent raincoat or a raincoat from another material, but always with a strong mirror shine.
Translucent raincoats of lilac, green, blue color look very nice. Among the most popular models include hooded raincoats, flared models, raincoats on the belt, emphasizing the waistline.
Some manufacturers of such raincoats offer rubber boots, made in the same color scheme. This kit looks especially stylish and spectacular.
Which raincoat is better to choose from the rain?
The choice of a suitable rain cover directly depends on the conditions in which it will be used. It is good if you always carry a disposable plastic cloak with you. It will not take up much space, but there will always be a firm belief that clothes, hairstyle and makeup will not suffer from a sudden downpour.
For permanent use it is best to have an elongated raincoat made of nylon, durable polyethylene, membrane fabric, vinyl or silicone. It is desirable to select the model with a hood and a belt. Such a rain coat maintains good tightness even during a long walk in the rain.
For going on nature it is best to purchase a rubberized raincoat with water-repellent impregnation. In such a raincoat, you can be in the rain for a long time without fear of getting wet.
How much is?
The price of raincoats depends on several factors: material, characteristics, manufacturer, style, etc. One-time model of polyethylene can be bought and less than 100 rubles. Models of PVC and nylon are already more expensive, but the quality and characteristics there are incomparably higher.
Original models of raincoats of complex styles with fashionable prints and unusual finishes are already about 2-3 thousand rubles and above. Such coats not only look very attractive in appearance, they are made of materials with a high degree of moisture and wind protection.
What to wear?
Since the raincoat is not an independent, but rather an auxiliary element of clothing, it can be combined with absolutely any clothing.
The classic combination: a turtleneck or shirt with jeans and a raincoat. The rain can be transparent, made to match the clothing set, or vice versa - bright, contrast.
To emphasize femininity and create a beautiful image will help flared or straight raincoat, worn on the dress.
A beautiful cloak can be worn with pants and a skirt. If the cloak is designed in a calm, restrained color scheme, then a bright neckerchief or other accessory will make the image more bright and stylish.
An interesting version of the combination: a shortened model raincoat + T-shirt or top with short shorts.
This summer youth version looks very stylish. Especially if the raincoat is made in bright colors: lemon, orange, blue, etc.
A bright, beautiful cape in itself is already an ornament, so some additional accessories to the image are not required.
Fashionable Images
Bright youth option: the classic combination of yellow and black always looks very fashionable and spectacular. A cropped raincoat model blends in perfectly with black skinny jeans and closed-toed shoes.
A funny raincoat, decorated with all sorts of emoticons, will not only perfectly cover you from the rain, but will also lift your spirits for the whole day and for the owner of the raincoat, and everyone around you.
A yellow raincoat with funny ears will add brightness to a set of T-shirts and denim shorts.
A light transparent raincoat, thrown over a beautiful summer dress, not only does not hide the beauty of the dress, but also protects it from rain.
A bright, spectacular image: a raincoat, an umbrella and boots are made in a single color scheme, resembling the flesh of ripe sweet watermelon. Such an image will cheer everyone up!
