Fash-Eccentric!

Rain Rain go away.
Come again another day.

The rain is not going away, at least for the next couple of days or even weeks. Today I ‘almost’ got caught in the rain, but after 5 minutes of deliberation - I decided to call for a cab. Do you find yourself in the rainy day fashion dilemma: What to wear? Which shoes won’t get damaged in the rain? Which pants to put on because I don’t wanna soak them up? And, umbrellas! Which one to match what I’m wearing? But, don’t let the rain dampen your style, here’s Fash-E’s suggestioins of what you can wear to brighten up your rainy day:

No #1: The Trusty Trench Coat

(Photos: Nordstorm)

I can’t express how much I love L.A.M.B. and Marc by Marc Jacobs. These trench coats are my faves. Gwen Stefani has hot style, and this L.A.M.B. triple pocket leopard-print trench coat is totally fierce. And how can we forget the classic yellow trench made chic by Marc Jacobs! I like this ‘Flash’ double-breasted trench coat that is soo cute and loud! You’ll definitely look super flash, walking in the rain in these fabulous trench coats. I wanttt!

(Photos: MSN.com & Burberry)

I saw this red hot MNG by Mango trench coat at Takashimaya recently. And, I absolutely dig it! This would be perfect to stand out on a rainy day and still feel fabulous. If you’ve a higher disposable income, you can try to get your hands on these lovely Burberry Packaway trench coat with gold pipings and gold finished buttons. Super classy.

No #2: The Wellington Boots

(Photos: Nordstorm)

Nordstorm carries a range of adorable, and pretty boots that you’ll never leave home without! I heart the cute, whimsical ladybird Western Chief Rain Boot that is sure to make anyone smile. For the corporate and office ladies, you can opt for Trotters ‘Blast’ Rain Boot with Faux Fur. The black patent adds confidence to the boots. Who loves cupcakes? This deliciously pink Chooka Signature Printed Rain Boot is packed with lotsa fun and yummy cupcakes!

(Photos: Plueys Singapore)

Plueys never goes out of style. Fash-E blogged about the cute boots back in September 2006 and now, they’re finally available in Singapore via Plueys Singapore! I’ve placed my order on ‘Lotsa Dots’ (first from left) and I can’t wait till my Plueys arrive - hopefully soon, before the rainy season ends! There are other funky prints - so go to their website and check it out. Retailing at SGD$85, place your order with the nice Plueys girls.

No #3: Brollies or Umbrellas!

(Photos: Anne of Loudounville)

The funny thing about brollies, is that the expensive ones never last. The cheap aunty looking ones is always the sole survivor. Maybe it’s just me… I constantly find myself in some sort of umbrella drama. We want clear PVC brolly such as this one from Clippykit of London which has “16 pockets to fill with photos,badges,kit bits and so much more makes this a fun filled personal brolly to use in rainy days” - how fun is that? This Guy De Jean Femme et Chien Parasol is a “delightful cream parasol by Guy de Jean with alternate panels showing an elegant lady and her cute little dog, trimmed with a contrasting black frilled border”. It even has a sun protection of +50 as tested by the French Textile Institute!

(Photos: Raindrops)

Extra! Extra! Read all about it! You might risk people sneaking a peek at your brolly if you carry Adult II Marchesato Newsprint Umbrella. This Italian made brolly has a push button for automatic opening! Also the newsprint are in different languages which adds to the uniqueness of it. Fancy some pinup girls? Take this Adult Chantal Thomass Pinup Umbrella to draw some sexy attention! You’ll love this French-made umbrella with actual drawings by Chantal Thomass, the famed lingerie innovator. Now, don’t you dare hum Rihanna’s song ela ela ela…!