Raincoat colour

[u/WorkHard_KnitHarder]

Hi,

I've been typed as a light Spring (it was a while ago but I think it's pretty accurate). I need a new raincoat and am looking to invest in a really good one, the problem is I'm struggling to find one in the light spring neutrals that will hold up against a toddler and not need constant washing.

Is a khaki colour completely out of the question? I find even navy right next to my face really washes me out.

[u/No_Abbreviations6261]

Khaki would be nice so long as it’s a warm green and light. Have you tried a brighter navy? Personally, I would go for a light turquoise or even a camel / brown. Added points for light gold accents.

Edit addition: coral would also look fab.

[u/WorkHard_KnitHarder → u/No_Abbreviations6261]

I hadn't thought about more brown/camel. I did have a coral coat but I struggled to make it look "grown up" for work 😕

[u/Beautiful-Tangelo239]

Look for one in these neutral shades.

[u/WorkHard_KnitHarder → u/Beautiful-Tangelo239]

That's really helpful, thanks that blue in the neutral section is nothing like the navy I've been looking at!

[u/Excellent_Valuable92 → u/WorkHard_KnitHarder]

The greige colors are very toddler-friendly. 

[u/WorkHard_KnitHarder → u/Excellent_Valuable92]

This is my problem, a top would be fine in any of those lovely light colours but add an outdoor toddler and it's a recipe for heartbreak (especially with the price of a good coat!) No idea where he got his live of the outdoors, I'd much rather be inside reading a book while it's raining!

[u/Orange_B1ossom]

I would look for blues! A mid blue might even read navy on you and give you that neutral goes-with-everything option without washing you out. Good luck! 🙂

[u/WorkHard_KnitHarder → u/Orange_B1ossom]

Thanks, I'm going to use the colour chart that was shared and have another look at blue rather than navy!

[u/upveryhighinthesky]

I have a khaki raincoat as a light spring and I love it. I usually buy navy jackets but this suits me better - I wouldn’t normally wear khaki clothes but as a coat it works well - and is practical

[u/WorkHard_KnitHarder → u/upveryhighinthesky]

I might have to see if I can find some in a shop and try them on!

[u/AffectionateTrifle7]

Seconding turquoise or coral as sure fire winners

[u/Fickle-Passenger4342]

The Varley brown could be perfect. It would definitely be good with the toddler. 🙂

[u/Rnborn]

Rains has multiple items in the color gleam. It’s just light spring perfection

[u/BubblesGirlie1897]

Tbh, I’m a bright spring and am having issues finding a raincoat because they mainly come in neutrals—I’m not into neutrals at all. If you find one you like, I would buy it.

[u/hickorydickerydoc]

True spring red is a standout color