Wet Weather Gear You’ll Actually Want to Wear

Do a rain dance

So you’ve woken up and outside is looking like a waterpark ride called Road Rapids. Don’t get the automatic SADS on just because your flirty ankle-wrap sandals won’t cut this downpour. Time to go all insta-poet Xan Oku on this situation and remember ‘may the puddle-friendly shoes remind you of why the rain was so necessary’. Puddle-friendly not to be confused with gumboots. Although the old squeaky Hunter wellington has its place (ahem Splendour In the Grass) but let’s face it wet weather footwear has made jumps and leaps in style-factor since Kate Moss did Glastonbury. Here’s our pick of waterproof pavement stompers.

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Jonak Astuce Loafer

Now is the time to pull out the patterned pants to refresh your classic patent loafer look. So glossy they double as water-resistant yet feel ultra-snug worn with a pyjama suit and plaid coating. As close as you’ll get to couch surfing on a weekday. Sock colour pops recommended.

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Bronx Jaxstar Leather Ankle Boots

Hiking boots are so much more than for mountains, they are made for puddle stomping. Opposites attract so don’t ditch your plans to wear the floral babydoll dress. Just add a teddy coat and cosy wool speckled socks for extra leg warmth.

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Melissa Ugly Sneaker

Are you one of those people that can’t imagine one day without your chunky Dad sneaks? Your athleisure game doesn’t have to get all soggy with these PVC water-friendly kicks. Tailored suiting (in a matching dusty pink?) and a camel trench. Bliss.

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Alias Mae Ahara Ankle Boot

Rainy days can still be fierce. For equal sleekness as our native predator try a block-heeled croc finish. Day-to-night hero to sharpen oversized blazers and silk skirting.