Stocking up on last minute back-to-school essentials? Don’t forget that the great outdoors are prone to turning a bit blustery! Make sure your little ones have a sturdy–yet stylish–umbrella to keep them dry on damp days to come.
For the trendy tween: The iconic mug of Paul Frank’s Julius monkey is just about cute enough to chase away any storm cloud–but just in case the rain persists, this eye-catching bumbershoot is just the ticket. Stay dry and channel a playful spirit, even on the darkest of rainy days.
$7.99, target.com
For the international enthusiast: For days when the only precipitation is a light sprinkle, why not take a chance with a traditional Japanese parasol? The sweetly enchanting designs and lightweight materials make these pretty parasols–from New York City’s own Pearl River–perfect for braving light mists or strolling the park to catch some foliage on an autumn day.
$5.95, pearlriver.com
For the pint-sized prepster: Think preppy classics need be put away just because summer has come and gone? Think again. Send your kids to school with cheerily monogrammed umbrellas from Paisley & Polka Dots. No chance of getting these clear cuties mixed up in the coat room, and the forecast is sure to be fashionable with a chance of cute!
$20, etsy.com/people/paisleynpolkadots
For the deserving mom: At the end of long, rainy day, every style-savvy mom needs a treat, too. Shield yourself from falling raindrops with a luxe umbrella from London Undercover. This stunner features a maple handle and a subtle yet fabulous Navajo print.
£70.00, londonundercover.co.uk
