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- A good raincoat needs to be functional, but it also needs to look nice so that you'll actually want to wear it when bad weather hits.
- The North Face Laney II Trench, with its mix of classic trench coat vibes and functional rain jacket features, accomplishes just that.
Nothing says "I'm a put-together adult who does my taxes on time every year" like owning a dedicated jacket for rain. It takes real foresight to check the weather before you leave the house and decide to grab a raincoat instead of taking your chances on your beloved leather jacket that will dissolve at the mere hint of humidity.
Raincoats and rain jackets have a reputation for being either visually unappealing or about as functional as a sheet of tissue paper. But that doesn't have to be the case. There are stylish options that will keep you warm and dry without making a huge dent in your wallet.
When shopping, it's important to keep your lifestyle in mind. If you're the outdoorsy type, you probably don't want a cutesy clear rain slicker or anorak designed for city life. Likewise, if your idea of "being in nature" is walking down a tree-lined street from the office to the subway, you don't need something with lots of high-performance materials and features.
Or, you can always opt for a raincoat that blends the best of both worlds! No matter what, your new favorite topper is bound to be in our guide.
Here are the best women's rain jackets and raincoats in 2019:
- Best overall: The North Face Laney II Trench Raincoat
- Best for travel: Joules Right as Rain Packable Printed Raincoat
- Best for outdoors activities: Patagonia Torrentshell Jacket
- Best for work: Everlane City Anorak
- Best transparent jacket: Hunter Boots Original Smock Coat
Updated on 04/11/2019 by Malarie Gokey: Updated prices and formatting. Updated info from related buying guides.
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