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Let It Rain

Let It Rain
April 2011
This season’s waterproof jackets make a stylish splash


1. Hipster: The “Ophelia” trench in “pewter” offers all the romantic beauty of its namesake drama queen, none of her waterlogged ending. $348 at BCBG

2. Basic: With a hood, moisture-wicking chin guard, and draw-cord hem, there’s no raining on the Maramont “PreClip” coat’s parade. $100 at Half-Moon Outfitters

3. Artsy: Take a shine to stormy weather with this fully lined, water-repellent jacket offering front and back storm shields and buckle-tabbed sleeves. $189 at Talbots

4. Splurge: You’ll be pulling Hoss Intropia’s safari-informed rain jacket—featuring dolman sleeves and a detachable hood—from the closet at the first sign of clouds. $534 at Christian Michi

5.Exclusive: Rainy day got you feeling blue? Pull the hood from inside the three-quarter jacket’s collar and suit up in classic fashion. $248 at Brooks Brothers

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