I don't know about anyone else, but I love rainy days. Not just jumping in puddles, but also curling up in my house with a nice warm coffee and lots of books and sweaters.
Before you can put together a rainy day outfit, there are a couple staple pieces that you're going to need.
A Trench Coat
My trench coat is from American Eagle, but I'm eyeing a new one on Nordstrom right now! Hello Anniversary Sale!
The key to the perfect trench coat is that you want one that is not too long, but not too short. You also have to keep in mind how large or small the collar is. I don't like the larger, wider collars, instead opting for the slimmer collars. I also like to have a belt, but that is a personal preference.
Color is also important! Don't buy a crazy color that you will never wear again! I go for black, gray, navy, and tan. Tan is my personal favorite. I'm loving this tan one from Ralph Lauren, but they're out in my size, so I just ordered this one to replace my old one!
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| I just bought this trench from Gap! I ordered an XS using the size chart and the reviews!
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My advice would to be ALWAYS TRY COATS ON. I can't even count how many times I purchased a coat without trying it on first and I ended up hating the way it looked on me.
Underneath the trench coat is where you can get creative! I usually opt for solids and stripes on rainy days. A black and white stripped shirt under the trench with rain boots is a perfect combination! A solid colored sweater also pairs very nicely with the trench. Make sure to play up the solid color with a necklace or scarf, depending on the weather. I usually go for a solid colored, dark jean in heavy rain and a lighter jean in light rain. I usually opt for the lighter jean for a more casual rain look. If you have a specific color of rain boot, make sure to compliment that color! That's why I love having two pairs so that if I want to wear a sweater or top that definitely does not match pink, I am able to wear my black ones instead!
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You can also change up the length of your trench! My newer one is longer, while the older one is shorter.
Rain Boots
Hunter is currently having a Back to School Sale with pieces being up to 50%!!! If anyone is familiar with Hunter, they do not have many sales so this is a huge deal! I'm trying to stop myself from browsing the site, but I wouldn't be surprised if I ended up buying another pair! My pair are the Women's Original Tall Rain Boot in Raspberry (which is sadly no longer available). I will link a pair below that are currently on sale and they are the same style but in pink!
If I was to buy another pair of Hunters, I'd go for the Women's Original Tall Glossy Rain Boot because it is so classic and chic.
An Umbrella
Don't forget your umbrella because most trench coats don't have hoods and a coat is never enough!
Try a clear umbrella or a cute striped umbrella!
But before you can enjoy a rainy day inside OR outside, you need the perfect outfit. I have two outfit approaches for a rainy day.
Outfit #1
The first outfit is my trench coat, heels, ripped jeans, and a striped shirt.
My top is pretty old and from American Eagle! It can easily be substituted for a Gap or J Crew shirt with stripes or any other print!
My jeans are from American Eagle as well and they hit right at my ankle. I'm obsessed with ankle jeans and they go perfectly with these heels!
The heels are nude and from Steve Madden! I just scored them on sale at TJ Maxx for less than half of the price listed on the Nordstrom website!
I already linked my Gap trench coat above! I'm obsessed with it already and it makes me feel like a super stylish fashionista/detective!
Outfit #2
This outfit is cute for staying in and reading a good book! It's comfortable, casual, and affordable.
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| I love to journal and take pictures while I'm stuck inside for the day! |
The sweatshirt is from Brandy Melville and it's honestly soooooo warm. I think it's fleece lined and I'm in love with it. It says "But First Coffee" which is honestly my life. The sweatshirt can be substituted for a tee or a long sleeve. A tank top could work too!
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| This shirt from Jack Wills can be a substitute for the sweatshirt! |
I always want to curl up with a cup of coffee on a rainy day.
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The jeans are vintage Levi's, and the shoes are Adidas Superstars! I bought my jeans at Goodwill and I bought the Superstars in a children's size which saved me some money! If you have small enough feet, definitely order in a kid's size.
I love this outfit because it is good for staying in, but you could also go out in it. It's perfect for a movie night or a super casual dinner with friends!!!
But, if you don't feel like dressing up or going out in the rain, you can always put on a tee shirt and sweats ;)
xoxo,
Emmi
