What are the Most Popular Raincoat Brands?

When it comes to shopping for a new raincoat, you are truly spoiled for choice. Most of the big name designers include raincoats in their collections, meaning you have a wide variety of styles to consider. To help you get started, here are some of the best.

Kenneth Cole

Kenneth Cole is an American designer, who started his fashion line in 1982 with a range of shoes. He now designs clothing and footwear for men and women, as well as a range of accessories under his Kenneth Cole Reaction line. Kenneth Cole’s women’s range is based on sleek lines and clean silhouettes, and Kenneth Cole raincoats are no exception. A selection of stylish raincoats in a variety of colors are available both in the Kenneth Cole New York line and the Kenneth Cole Reaction line.  Expect to pay as little as $25 for a Kenneth Cole Reaction line raincoat, and up to $300 for a Kenneth Cole New York raincoat.

Ann Taylor 

The first Ann Taylor store was opened in 1956 in Connecticut. Named after a best-selling dress at the founder father’s store, this group of apparel retail stores for women, Ann Taylor offers classic, chic suits, separates, dresses, shoes and accessories at affordable prices. You will be able to find a good quality Ann Taylor raincoat in classic colors, including stone, navy, red and black. Prices range from $100 to $300.

Armani 

Giorgio Armani is one of the most famous fashion houses in the world. The Italian brand designs and manufactures everything from haute couture to cosmetics, eyewear, jewelry and bedding. If you are looking for an Armani raincoat, you have several sub-labels to choose from, including  Giorgio Armani, Armani Collezioni, Emporio Armani, AJ (Armani Jeans) and  AX (Armani Exchange). You cannot go wrong with Armani if you are looking for classic style and superb craftsmanship.

Liz Claiborne

Liz Claiborne, the fashion company founded in New York in 1974, is a huge global brand that turns over billions of dollars every year. The women’s line, Liz Claiborne New York, consists of high quality pieces that are both classical and contemporary. A Liz Claiborne raincoat is a stylish addition to any woman’s wardrobe. From classic, hooded, single-breasted raincoats in neutral colors, to a fitted black raincoat with a leopard print lining, there is something to suit every taste at Liz Claiborne.

Marc Jacobs

Marc Jacobs is known for taking inspiration from fashions of past decades and using this to create his line of chic womenswear. A Marc Jacobs raincoat is no exception. If your main aim is finding a raincoat that will make you stand out from the crown, you cannot go wrong with this American designer. Both the Marc Jacobs line and the more affordable Marc by Marc Jacobs diffusion line offer a selection of coats in vivid hues, such as canary yellow and turquoise.

Barbour

The name Barbour is synonymous with British culture. Established in 1894, this brand is still a family owned company and has remained true to its original goal of providing clothes suitable for country pursuits, while embracing heritage, durability and attention to detail. Barbour raincoats are available in the womenswear collection in various styles. Whether you go for a short, belted raincoat or a knee length hooded parka coat, you can be sure that you are investing in a piece that will never go out of fashion. Prices range from $400 to $600.

Hugo Boss

The specialist fashion and lifestyle brand, Hugo Boss, is a German company named after its founder. The lines include Boss Black, Boss Orange and Hugo. A Hugo Boss raincoat is likely to reflect the classic styling of the brand. Sporty, parka-style raincoats are also available, with the same attention to detail as the more formal designs.

Nautica

The clothing company Nautica is based in the United States and while it is a primarily menswear brand, it also has a collection for women. A Nautica raincoat is guaranteed to have a casual, sporty look and be made to stand up to the elements.

DKNY 

Donna Karan founded the DKNY label in 1989, as a more youthful, affordable line than her existing Donna Karan New York label. DKNY raincoats are stylish and modern, ideal for the young — or the young at heart — woman.

LL Bean Raincoats

Founded in 1912 by its namesake Leon Leonwood Bean in Maine, LL Bean has evolved from the early days, when it was a mail order business selling the “Bean Boot”, a lightweight, waterproof hunting boot, to the international supplier of classic, durable outdoor garments. The current collection includes LL Bean raincoats in a range of styles and colors in durable materials — all at affordable prices.

North Face

North Face, established in 1966 in San Francisco, is an outdoor product company that specializes in outerwear and outdoor equipment. The range includes fleece tops, shirts, footwear, backpacks, tents and sleeping bags. This brand is popular with extreme sportsmen and women, including climbers, skiers, snowboarders, hikers, mountaineers and endurance athletes. North Face raincoats may not be the most stylish of all brands, but they are guaranteed to be sporty and durable. A North Face raincoat may be more functional than fashionable, but it will still keep you looking good wherever you are — be it on the slopes, in the mountains or on a campsite.

As you can see, you have several choices when it comes to designer raincoats. Why not check out a few of these brands — take the time to find the raincoat that is just right for you.