It looks like we’re in for a rainy few weeks! Summer quickly turned in autumn, didn’t it? Keep your kids dry this season with some of these rainy day essentials. If they’ve outgrown their wellies since the last downpour, now’s the time to click express delivery on some of these brilliant boots. I’ve picked out some reliable macs, umbrellas and waterproof trousers too, so the kids can splash about as much as they like without getting soaked through!
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Raincoats
I like Hatley raincoats because they’re well-lined, so they keep your kids cosy as well as dry.
Pretty Alpacas Raincoat, Hatley
£36
Yellow is the classic rain coat colour, so I had to include this one from Hatley too!
Yellow Splash Jacket, Hatley
£45
For something simple — waterproof and windproof — H&M can always be relied upon. This one comes with a practical detachable hood too.
£18
Frugi always has the most fun and vibrant designs! Plus, their raincoats are made from recycled plastic bottles, ideal for us being more environment conscious.
Puddle Buster Coat, Frugi
From £39
Knights & Dragons is just one of the gorgeous rain coat designs from Powell Craft. I also love the unicorn and robot prints.
Knights & Dragons Raincoat, Powell Craft
£39
I wanted to include a coat with a thicker lining too and I think this White Stuff one is perfect for keeping them toasty and dry.
Rainy Day Mac, White Stuff
£33
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Umbrellas
3D umbrellas with wings, eyes, ears, (whatever they think of next!) are always lots of fun. Brollies Galore has a huge selection of characters to choose from.
Kids Umbrella, Sunnylife
£13
3D Monster Umbrella, Brollies Galore
£14
I must admit I wouldn’t mind this Hunter one for myself! It’s nice to know that simple, monochrome umbrellas for kids exist. This is a good one for occasions too.
Kids Moustache Bubble Umbrella, Hunter
£28
We all know it’s never going to look as neat as the one in the product shot but letting the kids decorate their own umbrellas is a nice way to add a personal touch to their rainy day outfits.
Paint Your Own Umbrella, KidMaker
£15
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Wellies
You can guarantee that Muck Boot Company boots will be super comfortable as well as practical.
Kids Half Pull-On Wellington Boots, Muck Boot Company
£55
These wellies look pretty easy to slip-on and ankle height might be more comfortable for your little one to walk in.
Kids Ankle Wellies, JoJo Maman
£17
I love that these are fleece-lined and elasticated at the top — perfect for keeping toes cosy.
Red Slip-On Waterproof Boots, StartRite
£29
These stylish wellies from Polarn O Pyret look super-durable.
Stripe Kids Wellies, Polarn O Pyret
£28
Other Essentials
A rain mac by itself doesn’t cut it on those autumn country walks. Pack some Puddle Buster trousers to keep them dry and your car seats mud-free when you whip them off post walk!
Puddle Buster Trousers, Frugi
From £28
Don’t give them chance to complain about cold (or wet!) fingers with these rain-proof mittens.
Fleece Lined Rain Mittens, H&M
£9
Something for you too…
Navy Poncho 3.0, thepeoples.co
Reversible leopard print jacket, TLM Edit
£60
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