BY Rachel Torres
Where Fashion Meets Function
Needless to say, the weather hasn’t been easy to work with. In the middle of a bright and warm sunny day, the rain pours out of the blue, then the humidity hits. On top of that, it can be tricky to choose clothes that keep you both comfortable and protected when you’re out and about.
That’s why we rounded up stylish waterproof essentials and rainy-season must-haves to keep you ready for whatever the weather brings.
Lightweight, Heavy-duty jackets
With the unpredictable weather, it’s always a good idea to have a waterproof jacket on hand: it’s lightweight enough to carry around if the sun’s out and easy to pop on when the rain starts to drop. They also easily conceal your pajama top just in case you haven’t changed out it if you just got out of bed to save on the laundry load.
If you want to go for color in this drab weather, here are some fun options:
Leg Coverage
Upgrade your pambahay shorts and add some leg coverage before heading out the door this rainy season. To match your waterproof jacket, these lightweight water-repellent pants are the perfect pairing. They’ll protect you from random puddle splashes on the sidewalk while keeping you comfortable with their adjustable drawstring waist. Casual yet cool, they’re easy to wash and effortless to wear—ideal for unpredictable weather.
Dress Up, Dress Down
Lessen your laundry load to one. The clothes we wear out or under PPE’s should be washed immediately after use, so go for a no-fuss piece — what more than you’re go-to dress? Slip into a dress for a no-brainer outfit because they’re the perfect starting base to whatever look you’d have in mind. It’s easy to style up and down using accessories, bags, and shoes.
You’ll Be All White
In whatever weather we have to go on, white sneakers are a total wardrobe staple. White sneakers are your best option (and basically your best friend) since they practically go with anything — a sundress, a crew neck shirt, any type of bottom piece whether you choose to go for shorts, loose pants, or skinny jeans. They instantly add casual-chic comfort to your look and errand day.
Pro tip: go for white leather or leather sneakers. They’re so much easier to clean, especially during the rainy season.
And, That’s A Wrap
Being fashion doesn’t have to sacrifice style. A PPE wrap dress is something you can easily put over any outfit for some extra protection in the rainy season. Although an added trench coat layer may not be the most suitable for our climate, you can still achieve a similar effect with these practically-weightless PPE wrap dresses.
Instead of a full PPE overall attire, a PPE dress is light and breezy for those quick errand trips. This is helpful for both the rainy weather (since we can never tell anymore if the weather for the day, or that hour for that matter) .
Check out these PPE wrap dresses from Malt and Zine, you’ll look tres chic in a coat-like fit that can handle the tropical Philippine heat. Plus, they give off ultimate fall vibes.
Stay stylish this rainy season—shop on ZALORA now.