A Mens Raincoat by Burberry or London Fog
A man's raincoat is essential protection for his entire wardrobe as well as his personal fashion statement. A boy who carries the motto "Be Prepared" into adulthood certainly has a raincoat or two in the closet!
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Men's raincoats and rain jackets come in various styles, colors, weights and shapes for various occasions and purposes.
A Raincoat for the Sophisticated Professional
Classic styles like the trench coat and balmacaan (a single-breasted, knee-length coat) are traditional picks for elegant outerwear that can travel from the boardroom to dinner out.Burberry and London Fog and other noted menswear designers all create classic and contemporary raincoat style for the well-dressed man. Waterproofed wool gabardine, cotton twill and canvas are popular fabrics for dress raincoats as well as high-tech micro fiber material that are water repellent, wrinkle resistant and washable – ideal for business travel.
Coverage more than style|
If you want a casual man's raincoat that will provide complete protection from the elements, various men's outerwear companies offer a coat made of waterproof, breathable Gore-Tex™ fabric that carries a guarantee for dryness. This style of raincoat typically provides taped seams, a Velcro closure with storm flap and several pockets. It has a hood and excellent wind protection. These coats are worn to the office and cover a sport coat length. Popular colors are navy, black, olive and red. Lightweight, coats in this style are easy travelers. Many of them have liners that are easily zipped out for multi-purpose use.In case of a sudden downpour
Most travel and accessory stores offer foldable full-length clear plastic raincoats for men, that when not in use can be stashed away in their own travel pouch, sized to fit in the briefcase. Designed for quick protection, these coats include a drawstring hood and slash pockets. There are side slits and large raglan sleeves to insure a good fit over bulky clothing. Semi-transparent, they weigh less than a pound and provide just enough protection to get you from the taxi to the front door.Rubber, vinyl and plastic men's raincoats
Outdoor workman such as telephone repairmen or road repairpersons and construction workers often uses these coats. Available in a full range of sizes to accommodate workers of all builds, and large enough to fit over safety vests and working gear. These raincoats can be full length or short and are often made of PVC/vinyl/poly/nylon with a lining. Most of these raincoats have attached hoods that snap on and off and they usually have slash pockets and sealed seams. Most have snap front closures and some are safety raincoats with reflective striping on them, or a fluorescent orange color for visibility. Policemen wear extra long versions of this raincoat when on horseback patrol.Rain jackets are versatile
Rain jackets of a waterproof synthetic like Gore-Tex™ keep you dry without weighing you down or impeding movement. Worn for all manner of outdoor sports and activities, they are lightweight, pack easily into their own pocket in many cases, and may be machine-washed. Some styles are loose enough to be layered over sweaters or fleece.
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