"When it Rains, it Pours!"

In lieu of the torrential downpour these last few days, I was inspired to write about rainy day fashions. First off, who doesn't love rain? The freshness, the chilliness, the wetness all make these days a much needed break from the eternal summer sun that shines almost all year round.

Of course, some might think it's a little difficult to dress for inclemate weather, but not this writer! The perfect accessory for the dreary grey skies and showering droplets is rain boots! Now, obviously, my rain boot color of choice is pink, but any bright color like orange, yellow, green, red or any bright color are fabulous. Kate Spade, Henri Bendel and Hunter Boots have some lovely choices. They can really make a rainy day outfit go from dreary to cheery!

Then,we must not forget about the rain coat. It adds so much to uplifting the spirit of anyone on a rainy day. Like a jacket, a rain coat can say many things: you are trying to stay dry, you really want to be a leopard, so you decided to wear a coat to match your dreams, or you are a very classy lady with a well tailored coat. If the sole purpose is just to stay dry, you're a super green environmentalist or just broke, here's a quick, easy way to create a coat: 1. get a massive black garbage bag 2. Take the bag so the opening is on the bottom 3. cut holes big enough for your arms and head to fit through in the corners and middle of the bottom of the bag 4. Voila! There is your black garbage bag poncho.

Leopard coats, on the other hand, can be classy if tailored correctly, and maybe used to spice up an all black outfit (black tights/pants, black sweater, black scarf, black beret, black boots, etc).However, at any sight of pulling buttons, snapping stitches, or making the coat look like a second skin so you happen to look like a leopard, this look has gone from classy to trashy.

A well tailored coat is right up there with a little black dress and stilettos in terms of sophistication. The coat is like a wrapping on a present. It pulls you together, it is what the majority of the world sees on a rainy day. Therefore, it is imperative that you invest in an excellent coat. Kate Spade's yellow Sketchpad Ivy Coat is a lovely option for a bright, tailored look. One of my favorite details on this darling coat: "Every cloud has a silver lining" written under the collar in silver script. Another classic option is always the iconic Burberry tench. However, if you are looking for a raincoat that is a little cheaper, then I would suggest DKNY's Audrey Khaki Trench.

Finally, to top off the perfect rainy day attire, one must not forget the quintessential umbrella. Darling options come from J.Crew, Kate Spade and Lilly Pulitzer. All are pink, happy, and will brighten up any day. Stripes, prints and dots spice up the boring, utilitarian feel of these umbrellas, as well as put a smile on your face, whether you are running across town, or just walking out to get the mail.

"Catch a falling star and put it in your pocket, save it for a rainy day". Well, when that rainy day comes, put on your rainboots, grab your jacket, open your umbrella and off you go!