Shopping + fashion: Blame it on the rain

Say goodbye to generic rain slickers, umbrellas and galoshes. With these rain-repellent wearables, you can stay dry and stylish this spring.

August 17, 2012 at 9:11PM

Nylon waterproof backpack by Fjällräven Kånken, $82 from Askov Finlayson.

Short rain jacket by Barbour International, $325 from Askov Finlayson.

Classic rubber rain boots by Hunter, $125 from Nordstrom.

"Unikko" reversible poppy print rain poncho by Marimekko, $75 from FinnStyle.

Mini umbrella with zigzag print by Missoni, $228 from StyledLife.

Nylon umbrella with carved wood handle by Concord Haly, $85 from martinpatrick3.

Where to shop

  • Askov Finlayson: 200 N. 1st St., Mpls., 612-206-3925.
    • FinnStyle: 160 Glenwood Av. N., Mpls. 612-333-2127.
      • martinpatrick3: 212 3rd Av. N., Mpls. 612-746-5329.
        • Nordstrom: Mall of America, 1000 Northwest Court, Bloomington, 952-883-2121.
          • StyledLife: 3635 Galleria, Edina, 952-928-8888.
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