10 Practical + Versatile Essentials for the Rainy Days Ahead

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(SPOT.ph) We're well into the rainy season, if the greyer skies and random downpours these days are any indication. There's also the threat of a super typhoon. Unfortunately, despite the unpredictable weather, the grind doesn't stop. Here are some rainy day essentials to help keep you dry and comfortable during the commute and wherever else you need to be.

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The weather doesn't leave much room for sunshine, and it's up to us to look for ways to make days brighter and more fun, even under the pouring rain. Ana Tomy's City Bag won't just carry your essentials in its roomy interiors, but also the brightness and color through the shades it's available in. It's made from water-repellent nylon, with an adjustable gathered handle and shoulder strap. The color options and combinations for this modular bag are pouring—and we won't try to shield you from absolutely going crazy with the configurations.

No judgement your wardrobe is your personal Uniqlo pop-upat this point—what with the amount of lifewear pieces purchased whenever there's a sale... or literally whenever you pass by a store. What's one more, right? This time around, go for something that will keep you warm and dry under a slight drizzle: the Pocketable UV Protection Parka. This is your sign (if the unpredictable downpours are not enough) to invest in one, in case you don’t have one yet. And if you do already have one, getting another in a different color is totally justified.

Rain or shine, this parka will shield you from slight drizzles, harmful UV rays, and even lack of fashion sense because it can instantly elevate an outfit. It has a water-repellant finish with UV protection tech so you’re keeping both rain and the sun’s harmful rays at bay. The best part? It comes with a handy storage pouch which you can hang from your bag.

With all the rainy day essentials you want to squeeze in your bag (better safe than soaking wet and stranded, we say), you'll need a roomy and durable bag to fit all that in—and the rest of the stuff you need for work, of course. It should be as water-resistant as it is stylish, too. BASH's Weekday Tote ticks all the boxes. Apart from its chic, minimalist appearance, it also comes in three versatile shades that are in style no matter the occasion, weather, or time.

The tote is made from water-resistant nylon, with roomy interiors and compartments for organizing stuff. Your standard 15-inch laptop has a room all for itself in a padded laptop area, so that's double the protection. There's a secret phone pocket, too, to keep it extra safe, yet easy access to whoever knows about the spot. It even has an exterior pocket that turns into a strap that goes over luggage handles!

Also available on Shopee.

The Chelsea Rain Boot is a permanent resident on rainy-day footwear lists. It's a classic silhouette with a cut that sits just around the ankles, and Sperry has the perfect version that made a splash on this list: meet the Women's Highland Chelsea Chunky Leather Boot. It's a good mix of vintage and trendy, with the timeless Chelsea shape and signature Highland details. It's incredibly durable and reliable, too, with the premium, waterproof leather upper and an "exaggerated, elevated outsole," which can come in handy when walking into puddles.

What are some risks you're willing to take? Are you still wearing your white sneakers (or just your all-time favorite) during this unpredictable rainy season? You're a brave soul. But just to be safe, you should still take precautions for your shoes. These waterproof shoe covers won't take up too much of your budget or your bag space. For about P150 plus on Shopee, these waterproof shoe covers can give you peace of mind when it suddenly rains.

It's like a raincoat dedicated to your shoes. This one is waterproof and non-slip with a zipper closure, so it's easier to wear and take off.

Here's one fool-proof way to make sure you're protected from the rain from head to toe: MUJI's EVA Waterproof Fabric Long Raincoat. It's a bit simple, but it will do the job well. Despite looking extra durable, it's made out of flexible, water-resistant EVA construction, meaning it won't weigh you down. What we love about this piece is that you can trim its sleeves and hem to your preference, with imprinted cutting guides, so you won't mess up this raincoat.

With an umbrella, the top of your head may be spared from the rain, but your shoulders? We can't be 100% sure. Unless, of course, you get yourself one of these 360-degree umbrellas. It may look a bit more for kids (cute, we dare say), but this umbrella is like a big helmet that wraps around your head and shoulders to keep your front and back safe and dry from rain, wind, and drizzle. Just make sure you watch where you're going to avoid collisions!

A pocketable reusable bag is not just our rainy-day essential; you'd be surprised that always having one with you will save you from a crowded, bulky bag. This is Baggu's bestselling reusable bag that won't just let you carry two to three plastic grocery bags' worth of stuff, but also your rainy-day casualties: a soaking wet umbrella, your raincoat, and the slippers you're going to change into after work. The designs are also bright and lively, in welcome contrast to the gloomy skies. If you're a fan of Sanrio's My Melody, check this specific design out.

Also available on Shopee.

Be it for drying your face and hair, or bundling up a wet umbrella before it's slipped into your bag, a microfiber towel will get the job done. This one from Nitori will absorb twice as much water as cotton towels—and faster. It's also gentle on the skin.

Raise your hand if you opt out of bringing an umbrella because you don't have enough space for it inside your bag. That, you’re bound to lose one more thing if you carry it by hand. Hashtag felt. It's a hassle to carry it, and you don't have to when you have this compact and lightweight umbrella with a mini ring for a handle.

The ring handle allows you to hook the umbrella to your bag when not in use, and maybe even vice versa, as in you can hang your bags smaller, lighter bags on it when in use.

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