https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 20 May 2026 11:41:57 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586707 Mon, 23 Nov 2015 15:23:07 +0000 Angie 1586707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote return if you still can.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586589 Mon, 23 Nov 2015 04:18:47 +0000 Greyscale 1586589@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry for posting and disappearing - I was away at a work thing that had very spotty internet.&nbsp;</p> <p>-I don't know how waterproof it is. It's coated cotton but not a heavy coating. I would definitely still need an umbrella. But the hood and long length would keep drizzle off more of me.</p> <p>-It's the smallest size, and yeah, I agree that it's almost overwhelming me.</p> <p>I think tomorrow is the last day to return it (...unless it was today) and I still can't make up my mind. Maybe that means I should return it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586451 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 19:52:39 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1586451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm kinda in awe that you don't have a raincoat! I agree with most, it depends on how resistant the water-resistant-ness actually is. You don't have to have a yellow rubber slicker, but something that doesn't soak through is a key part of my wardrobe, even if I mostly drive places and carry an umbrella on rainy days. I personally wouldn't buy a raincoat from a high-end brand, and instead look for one from a gear brand that still has the quirkiness you want. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586427 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 18:38:34 +0000 rachylou 1586427@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like this jacket. It looks really good and fits your style. But utility wise, as everyone mentioned, I wouldn't think it the answer to rain rain, slogging around the block with the dog. The open collar, the length (dripping on the legs), the non-waterproof nature, the thinness... But for a midday outing to the coffee shop, it would be cute! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586395 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 16:17:11 +0000 unfrumped 1586395@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Diana said.<br />I'm also not sure on size--it might depend on how it looks in motion. I know it's not supposed to be fitted--but just needs not to overwhelm.<br />If you love it then a question is, is it "rain tolerant"--meaning, you don't have to baby it. Or will a good soak hurt it. That's a difference from a water-resistant cotton-poly trench, for example, that isn't super-downpour-proof for a long walk, but supplements an umbrella and then dries out on the hanger.<br />That helped me realize my rainwear for getting to work can be water-resistant rain or trench coat that is about to knee, maybe a bit above, plus an umbrella. This protects my clothing better than umbrella alone, but is more wearable under other conditions as a light coat. So I didn't have to look for super-performance waterproof fabric. I save that for more gear-wear which is for more outdoor <u>activities</u> or getting caught on a hike or sightseeing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586388 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 16:06:00 +0000 Diana 1586388@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When you say not waterproof, do you mean it's only water resistant or will it get soaked at the first hint of precipitation? If the former, I think that's prob ok, with an umbrella. I like the look.</p> <p>To be honest, I feel like truly waterproof jackets (like gear ones) are often uncomfortable because they get so sweaty. Truly waterproof means not breathable either! It's the same reason I dislike rubber rain boots.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586375 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 15:12:50 +0000 Angie 1586375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the concept. Have you tried a size down?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586353 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 14:23:54 +0000 Joyce B 1586353@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If it's a raincoat it should be waterproof, otherwise what's the point? Unless you just want it to function as a jacket.<br /> The last time I was in San Fran it rained all week. I guess I hit the only bad week there...<br /> It sounds to me like you are not too convinced about this raincoat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586342 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 13:16:04 +0000 dakotacheryl 1586342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like this coat on you. It would make a nice layering piece over a warm sweater if the temps drop.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586294 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 05:35:59 +0000 Carole 1586294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you've already answered your question....a warm wool jacket for winter..might make you happier! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586288 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 04:55:46 +0000 catgirl 1586288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Shevia said... It's fab, but a raincoat like a puffer is a thing unto itself in my mind. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586286 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 04:48:27 +0000 Anonymous 1586286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not very practical, I guess, but it sure looks great.&nbsp; Tough decision, arrgh! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586254 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 03:05:37 +0000 Bijou 1586254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a stunning coat and the fact that it is water resistant is a bonus, it actually photographs as looking like leather. &nbsp;Technically, it is not a rain coat, but will be better in the rain than a woollen coat. I vote keep it - but that is mainly because I love the fit and style and the lighter weight of a coat like this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586245 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 02:51:11 +0000 Jaime 1586245@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the jacket as jacket. Raincoat it is not. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586236 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 02:33:10 +0000 Anonymous 1586236@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love a deal and think this coat is so much better than a gearish gortex camping jacket for city-wear.<br /> I think waxed cotton is probably good enough protection. Plus, you can wear it on non-rainy days.<br /> Not sure whether you should invest in this jacket vs. a wool coat. I guess it depends on how badly you need a winter coat. If you've been trying to save for a winter coat, and this jacket is a distraction, then you should probably take it back. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586234 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 02:18:27 +0000 Elle 1586234@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great coat but if it rains as much as predicted, you are going to need something waterproof as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586230 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 01:56:39 +0000 Suz 1586230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmm. Do you use an umbrella?&nbsp;</p> <p>A raincoat that isn't waterproof....I wear 'em, but we don't get too many super rainy days here. If I lived in Vancouver or Seatlle and had rainy winters, I'd have a whole wardrobe of raincoats, including water resistant like this one, and downright waterproof.&nbsp;</p> <p>I like the coat and don't think it is "too big" -- but the sleeves seem a bit wide. Then again, that allows you to layer.&nbsp;</p> <p>It definitely fits with your style. Did you try it with other potential outfits to see if hemlines etc. work?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586218 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 01:19:08 +0000 Bonnie 1586218@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like this raincoat. I bought one this year from REI and it is waterproof but not as cool looking as this one is. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/raincoat#post-1586209 Sun, 22 Nov 2015 00:58:36 +0000 Greyscale 1586209@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It might actually rain this winter in San Francisco. A very welcome change. </p> <p>I've lived here 12 years with no raincoat. I do have a Goretex shell that's mostly for camping but I do wear it now and then on really rainy days. Otherwise, an umbrella plus jean jacket has served me well. </p> <p>But it might be nice to have a raincoat and I saw this waxed cotton anorak from Helmut Lang. It's the style I'd want but:<br /> -is it too big?<br /> -it isn't actually waterproof...<br /> -even on super discount it is quite expensive and I might prefer to buy something I'd wear more often, like a warm wool jacket for winter</p> <p>Keep or return? </p>