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It’s really gloomy in London today, and once again, I’m soaked from head to toe because my cheap umbrella from H&M is useless. I’m starting to realize these affordable umbrellas aren’t worth it—they flip inside out and break after just a few uses. Plus, since I think of them as disposable, I’m always losing them. So, I might splurge on a new umbrella, and here are five I really like:
1. The Fulton Birdcage umbrella, priced at £18 from Selfridges. It covers half of my body while still letting me see where I’m headed, so I won’t bump into walls. Nice perk!
2. The Marc by Marc Jacobs panther print umbrella, available for £40 from Net-a-Porter. Honestly, it seems a bit too shallow to fully protect from the rain, but I love the print. At least I’ll be happy about that, even if the rest of me ends up soaked!
3. MOSCHINO CHEAP & CHIC Romance Heart Automatic Walker Umbrella, costing £65. I adore the print and handle, plus it has a strikingly pointy tip. You can find this one online at House of Fraser.
4. Harrods Golf Umbrella, priced at £21.95 from Harrods. This is one of those items that might finally make you feel ‘grown-up.’ I like the concept, but realistically, it’s so large I’d probably end up injuring people nearby and face charges of assault. I can barely manage my own limbs, let alone an umbrella as wide as the moon!
5. LONDON UNDERCOVER Royal Stewart umbrella, for £65 from Selfridges. Initially, I thought it was named the ‘Rod’ Stewart umbrella, which drew my interest. Strange thing to be named after! Anyway, it turns out it’s not linked to Rod Stewart. I like this umbrella because it resembles my husband’s Harrington jacket, like a magical transformation. It’s the classiest option here, although pricey. If it lasts for years, it’ll still be more economical than buying twenty-eight H&M umbrellas!