Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Weekend Wear: Rain Boots

Rubber rain boots - Tory Burch
Velvet dress - Zara
Knit jacket - Zara
Tights - DKNY
Purse - Chanel

Sunday's rain gave way to sunshine, but not before I had a chance to run around Union Square in my rain boots.  They make rainy days so much more bearable and they still get compliments everywhere they go.  Unfortunately, I can't say the same for my favorite umbrella.  After 6 years of service, it finally crapped out on me (and not gracefully, either).

My search for a replacement turned into a major fail - I never thought I could be so picky about an umbrella!  The musts?  A cane handle, extra large coverage, cheerful print to keep away those somber rainy day thoughts, wind-proof and smooth open/close operation!  That's all!

Are you geared up for the rainy days this season?  Any umbrella searching tips you can offer yours truly?

25 comments:

  1. I can't give umbrella tips because I always lose them or leave them at restaurants. However, that coat is truly fantastic. You look more than ready for less than desirable weather!
    xx

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  2. Always stylish, even on a gloomy Sunday.

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  3. I love those TB rain boots. Do they run larger than normal shoes sizes?

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  4. those rain boots are too cute and i love the TB logo on the side! unfortunately the only umbrella i have is one i bought overseas from several years ago. it's technically a sun umbrella but it's so cute i use it as my rain umbrella!

    kileen
    cuteandlittle.com

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  5. I love those rain boots. They are classic and functional. I found an umbrella at Brookstone with all of the characteristics you described. Love the coat, by the way.

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  6. love your blog....
    for umbrella, you can check this one from felix rey, i think it is so cute
    http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=437321&cm_mmc=Froogle-_-n-_-n-_-n

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  7. omg ive been dying for those rainboots! but once I moved out of the east bay, I didn't think I needed more than one pair of designer rain boots! those look like riding boots though..for sure!

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  8. Those boots are to die for! I own about 6 umbrellas but I always seem to forget them when it's actually raining out! I got my favourite umbrella from a small boutique in China Town, Ottawa.

    tinfoilstiaras.blogspot.com

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  9. Love your TB boots, they are incredible.

    I don't own any umbrellas anymore since I can never remember to bring them anywhere, will be following the comments to get some advice since it's time I invest in one.

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  10. Totes make cute Bubble umbrellas

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  11. The rainboots are sooo pretty! Hope you had a good weekend!

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  12. OK love the sweater!!! - and i almost bought those rain boots last year! - love the outfit!!!

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  13. I agree with anonymous - I LOVE Totes bubble umbrella and always get a ton of compliments. Target, $16.99.

    And looove the boots!

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  14. In the words of Rachel Zoe "I Die" over those rainboots!!!! They are classy, my fav color and Tory Burch...what more could you want!

    http://www.afashionfixation.blogspot.com

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  15. love that jacket! very cute.

    rockoomph.blogspot.com

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  16. Love the sweater and the boots. What a bummer about your umbrella! Try looking at J.Crew's selection... I've had one from there for about four years now. It has a wooden cane handle and has seen me through some strong gusts of wind.

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  17. Ok, I have always wished I had a Zara somewhere nearby, but that sweater has cemented my Zara lust. It's gorgeous!

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  18. those rain boots are fab! i love your finds from zara, you look so cute for a rainy day!

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  19. Bummer 'bout the 'brella :( I'm at a loss for advice :(

    And OOH LA LA look at those boots!! TRES CHIC mademoiselle!!

    A.Co @ A.Co est. 1984

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  20. super cute! I love the rain boots!

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  21. Love your snuggly outfit! As for umbrellas and great prints, you can't beat the ones from the MET museum store (though they are not the handle that you want).

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  22. I love your blog, so I'll share my best kept secret with you : this is what brightenes my day when it's cloudy :)

    http://www.amazon.com/Marimekko-Unikko-Red-Umbrella/dp/B0018KPWQ8/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1289442397&sr=8-5

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