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    Rainy Day Style Solutions

    Brave the autumn showers in these rainy day style saviours

    By Marie Claire
    Published 1 April 2010 In Features

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    Brave the autumn showers in these rainy day style saviours

    With drizzly downpours and blustery winds bashing much of the UK right now, there's only one coat that will do: a hooded parka. Monki's classic style with a faux fur trim is the best we've spotted on the high street so far. 

    Monki parka coat, £70

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    Monki parka coat, £70

    Monki parka coat, £70

    Monki parka coat, £70

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    J.W. Anderson for Topshop umbrella, £19.99

    J.W. Anderson for Topshop umbrella, £19.99

    J.W. Anderson for Topshop umbrella, £19.99

    No bag should be without an umbrella right now. This colourful version from J.W. Anderson's Topshop range will keep you dry in the showers.

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    Warehouse wolf print jumper, £45

    Warehouse wolf print jumper, £45

    Warehouse wolf print jumper, £45

    Layer up in the autumn chill by wearing Warehoue's snug wolf print jumper.

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    Hunter pearl effect wellies, £90

    Hunter pearl effect wellies, £90

    Hunter pearl effect wellies, £90

    Pather through puddles with ease in these pearl effect wellies from Hunter.

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    Monki printed scarf, £15

    Monki printed scarf, £15

    Monki printed scarf, £15

    Monki's fair isle-style scarf is our next accessories purchase.

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    Uniqlo parka, £59.90

    Uniqlo parka, £59.90

    Uniqlo parka, £59.90

    Keep dry when the heavens open in Uniqlo's colourful waterproof mac.

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    Kurt Geiger knee high boots, £320

    Kurt Geiger knee high boots, £320

    Kurt Geiger knee high boots, £320

    Still not bought a pair of new winter boots? Take the sensible option and go for knee-high to keep those legs dry.

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    Topshop belted trench coat, £99.99

    Topshop belted trench coat, £99.99

    Topshop belted trench coat, £99.99

    Nothing screams rainy day chic better than a classic belted trench coat in stone.

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    H&M beanie, £6.99

    H&M beanie, £6.99

    H&M beanie, £6.99

    Banish bad hair days and keep your head snug in this fluffy pink beanie from H&M.

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    Barbour waxed jacket, £199.95

    Barbour waxed jacket, £199.95

    Barbour waxed jacket, £199.95

    Barbour's classic waxed coats were made for drizzly conditions.

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    Mango two-tone gloves, £34.99

    Mango two-tone gloves, £34.99

    Mango two-tone gloves, £34.99

    As the weather turns with the cold snap looming, buy some new gloves now. Our current favourites? This two-tone pair from Mango.

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    H&M quilted jacket, £49.99

    H&M quilted jacket, £49.99

    H&M quilted jacket, £49.99

    It's snug, it will shield you from the rain and it costs less than £50. Bargain!

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    New Look short wellies, £17.99

    New Look short wellies, £17.99

    New Look short wellies, £17.99

    New Look's mini wellies are a great alternative to bulkier longer styles, for when you want to keep your feet dry in the rain but also want to pack them away with ease.

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    Whistles hooded coat, £195

    Whistles hooded coat, £195

    Whistles hooded coat, £195

    Snap up this Whistles hooded coat now before we beat you to it!

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    New Look polka dot umbrella, £7.99

    New Look polka dot umbrella, £7.99

    New Look polka dot umbrella, £7.99

    A chic umbrella for less than a tenner? You betcha!

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    Zara riding boots, £119

    Zara riding boots, £119

    Zara riding boots, £119

    Nod to this season's equestrian trend and buy Zara's knee-high riding boots for effortless rainy day style.

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    Uniqlo puffa coat, £129.90

    Uniqlo puffa coat, £129.90

    Uniqlo puffa coat, £129.90

    Is there a coat out there that looks more warm and toasty than this one from Uniqlo? We think not!

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    Monki hooded jumper, £30

    Monki hooded jumper, £30

    Monki hooded jumper, £30

    Add extra warmth to your rainy day look by wearing this classic hooded jumper underneath your mac.

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    Monki ankle boots, £50

    Monki ankle boots, £50

    Monki ankle boots, £50

    The trusty ankle boot will keep your feet dry and last for seasons and seasons to come.

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    Topshop duffle coat, £55

    Topshop duffle coat, £55

    Topshop duffle coat, £55

    Duffle coats are the perfect showerproof winter cover-up and we love this one from Topshop ? a stylish version of an urban and functional coat.

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    Warehouse bumble bee print scarf, £22

    Warehouse bumble bee print scarf, £22

    Warehouse bumble bee printed scarf, £22

    How pretty! This bumble bee print scarf has just jumped to the top of our shopping wish list.

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    Topshop knee high boots, £125

    Topshop knee high boots, £125

    Topshop knee high boots, £125

    No girl's footwear collection is complete without a pair of black knee-high boots. Ready, steady... shop!

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    Mango floppy hat, £34.99

    Mango floppy hat, £34.99

    Mango floppy hat, £34.99

    Take extra shelter from the miserable conditions by adding Mango's chic hat to your style arsenal.

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    New Look belted jacket, £69.99

    New Look belted jacket, £69.99

    New Look belted jacket, £69.99

    New Look's seriously chic belted coat proves wet weather is no excuse to compromise on style.

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    H&M short Wellington boots, £19.99

    H&M short Wellington boots, £19.99

    H&M short Wellington boots, £19.99

    A classic rainy day buy if ever we saw one.

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    Jaeger Boutique wool jumper, £140

    Jaeger Boutique wool jumper, £140

    Jaeger Boutique wool jumper, £140

    Brighten up grey days with a pretty pop of colour, courtesy of Jaeger Boutique's candy pink jumper that we'll be layering underneath our coat.

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    ASOS hooded coat, £75

    ASOS hooded coat, £75

    ASOS hooded coat, £75

    If we have to face the rain, then it might as well be with a touch of style. ASOS' hooded coat will keep us dry and chic.

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    Paul Smith striped trim umbrella, £65

    Paul Smith striped trim umbrella, £65

    Paul Smith striped trim umbrella, £65

    Go luxe with your umbrella choice this week and treat yourself to this quintessentially British Paul Smith design.

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    Oasis knitted poncho, £55

    Oasis knitted poncho, £55

    Oasis knitted poncho, £55

    Wintry chill and rainy weather is all about the layers. Pile them on and keep snug wearing this knitted poncho underneath a more lightweight waterproof mac.

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    Warehouse quilted coat, £90

    Warehouse quilted coat, £90

    Warehouse quilted coat, £90

    Looking for a rainy day solution for your weekend wardrobe? Warehouse's casual quilted coat might just be the answer.

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    Mango faux fur hooded coat, £139.99

    Mango faux fur hooded coat, £139.99

    Mango faux fur hooded coat, £139.99

    Rainwear never looked so stylish. Mango's faux fur hooded coat will fit right in in even the most fashion fabulous of wardrobes.

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    Uniqlo plaid shirt, £14.90

    Uniqlo plaid shirt, £14.90

    Uniqlo plaid shirt, £14.90

    Keep things relaxed and cool on downtime days by wearing this classic plaid shirt underneath your rain coat.

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    Topshop striped jumper, £40

    Topshop striped jumper, £40

    Topshop striped jumper, £40

    No cosy winter wardrobe is complete without a snug colouful knit. This Topshop style is our current favourite.

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    River Island parka coat, £90

    River Island parka coat, £90

    River Island parka coat, £90

    For serious rain protection you can't beat a classic parka coat. We love the faux fur trim on the hood on this River Island version.

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    H&M parka coat, £39.99

    H&M parka coat, £39.99

    H&M parka coat, £39.99

    Looking for a classic parka coat that doesn't break the bank? Then this H&M design is for you.

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    ASOS chunky beanie, £10

    ASOS chunky beanie, £10

    ASOS chunky beanie, £10

    Beanies are back with a bang this autumn/winter. Get the look with ASOS' chunky boyfriend style.

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    Reiss belted coat, £265

    Reiss belted coat, £265

    Reiss belted coat, £265

    Not only will this belted Reiss coat keep you warm in the chilly weather, but it's ladylike and elegant too.

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    Maison Martin Margiela for H&M wedge boots, £179.99

    Maison Martin Margiela for H&M wedge boots, £179.99

    Maison Martin Margiela for H&M wedge boots, £179.99

    Want to keep your feet dry but don't fancy wearing wellies? Then try these wedge boots from the Maison Martin Margiela for H&M collection on for size.

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    H&M umbrella, £4.99

    H&M umbrella, £4.99

    H&M umbrella, £4.99

    In need of a new umbrella? Then this H&M style is for you, priced at a rude-not-to £4.99.

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    French Connection faux fur hat, £30

    French Connection faux fur hat, £30

    French Connection faux fur hat, £30

    Every autumn/winter accessories collection should have one of these.

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