Shoestring Shopper: April Showers
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009I love the rain. Seriously, rainy weather brings a smile to my face because it seems so playful and clean. The only thing that can dampen my spirits on a rainy day is getting soaked, especially wet feet. Nothing can bring you down like wet feet, but now that rain boots have been in vogue, we can certainly eliminate them.
Like every good Boy Scout knows, the trick to enjoying the weather is to be prepared. This month the Shoestring Shopper brings you a variety of rain gear options for different kinds of rainy days. The best part is that each ensemble is available online and costs less than 100$ USD, so there is really no excuse not to look good enjoying the rain.
PLAYING IN THE RAIN
Does rain bring out your inner child? Then you will need an outfit suitable for puddle jumping. These super fun rain boots look fabulous with just about anything, but pair them with bright leggings, a comfy tee and clean sporty jacket and you will be ready to spring into action. Add a pair of hip shades and striped umbrella to keep the entire look youthful.
Chooka Anchor Rain Boots $39.99 – Piperlime
White Sporty Jacket $22.80 – Forever 21
Cloudy Tee $17.50 – American Eagle
Bright Blue Leggings $4.50 – Forever 21
New Wave Shades $5.80 – Forever 21
Striped Umbrella $9.50 – Old Navy
WALKING IN SUN SHOWERS
Not all rain days are dark and cold; in fact some spring showers are quite lovely. So the next time you find yourself in an afternoon sun shower, unexpectedly pair stylish rain boots with a flirty summer dress. Add a shiny patent leather belt to express your inner sunshine and your chic sunglasses to filter the outer sunshine. Try a transparent umbrella to let the warm sunbeams through.
Gradient Blue Rain Boots $20.00 – Wal-Mart
Blue Check Sun Dress $22.80 – Forever 21
Yellow Patent Leather Belt $29.99 – J Crew
Oversized Retro Sunglasses $12.99 – Urban Outfitters
Transparent Rain Drop Umbrella $13.59 - Target
DAILY GRIND IN STORMY WEATHER
Your to-do list is growing and it can’t wait until the clouds part? Throw on your go-to comfy jeans and tuck them into some adorable polka-dot rain boots. Top off the look with a bright spring jacket and a printed scarf that expresses your personal style. But remember; don’t leave the house without a pretty umbrella to shield you from the rain and sunny tote bag for added convenience throughout your errands.
Yellow Spring Jacket $19.99 – Old Navy
Polka Dot Rain Boots $17.99 – Old Navy
Sun Tote Bag $12.50 – American Eagle
Yellow Umbrella $39.50 – J Crew
Printed Scarf $8.80 - Forever 21
What do you love about a rainy day?
