I might be part of the minority here, but waking up this morning to the sound of rain gave me a rather strong sense of joy, and it's not because, after a long, hot summer, I, along with plenty of other people, have been in need of some rain to cool off. It's actually because it means you can dust off your favourite rain repellent jackets, or, in my case, snap up a brand new one.
Of course, when you think of a raincoat, you might immediately conjure up the image of an outerwear staple that's far from stylish. The useful staple hasn't exactly had the longest straw when it comes to earning style points. But this season, the practical piece has dusted off its faux pas reputation and adopted a newer, chicer look that I think Next has nailed. The proof? Its chocolate brown shower resistant rain jacket.
Next Chocolate Brown Shower Resistant Rain Jacket
A sporty take on the traditional raincoat, Next's anorak-style jacket is an eye-catching piece that will slot seamlessly into your autumn wardrobe. Designed in a delicious chocolate brown hue, it nails the shade of the season, but look closer and you'll notice sleek, piped detailing in vibrant blue - a colour combination we've seen in spades this year.
Yet that's not the only thing that's trendy about this jacket. Much like plenty of popular bomber styles right now, the jacket comes with adjustable drawstring detailing around the waistline, which you can tighten or loosen according to your desired look.
Thanks to its lightweight material, it's the perfect solution to dressing for the weather, especially while temperatures are yet to turn cold. Wear it with boxy tees now, then layer it with stylish knit pieces once it starts to cool off.
