Rain Gear for Gentlemen - Gentleman's Gazette

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Normally most kind of rain gear is polyester based not very stylish. So we focus on the elegant aspects.

The number one item of outerwear for a rainy day in my opinion is a trench coat. If you're wearing tailored clothes, it's just an extension in terms of originality, style and history of the suit.

The second classic option are rubberized raincoats. Back in the day, it was like rubberized cotton. Modern raincoats for gentlemen are often made out of synthetics.

The third option for gentlemen are classic casual wax jackets. Basically these are garments made out of cotton that have a waxy surface that creates a patina over time that's very sophisticated.

The fourth thing to consider for a gentleman are performance fabric that are based in a sartorial realm.

In terms of shoes and shoe care, I'm a big stickler for traditional leather dress shoes and most of them can bear some form of rain without a problem. Your feet will remain dry. If you pre-treat your shoes you don't have to worry too much.

For a regular calf leather shoe with leather soles I suggest you invest in a leather sole oil and sometimes you can also find water repellent sprays that you spray on.

The third option you have is to go with over shoes or galoshes.

If you're into Cordovan shoes, I suggest you really try to avoid wet weather with those because it can lead to very ugly water stains which are hard to remove.

So what if your leather dress shoes or your boots get really wet or soaked? Evenly wet the shoe. That seems counterintuitive but by adding water back into the shoe and letting it dry in a natural way without artificial heat, you will have a nice leather again that has no more water stains.

If you live in an area where it rains a lot or you have to deal with
floods regularly it pays to invest in some really sturdy rubber boots that are tall or rain boots that are 100% waterproof.

During the cold days of the year. A pair of unlined dressy leather gloves or even lined leather gloves that are waterproof can be a godsend.

A felt hat can be a great way to keep dry. They're usually made out of rabbit hair which is naturally water repellent.

The better option is to go with an umbrella because it's much wider and it really keeps you much drier.

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Gentleman's Gazette

[warden]

Letting the team down mate I expected you to be skiing in a duffle coat, over a tweed suit with some wool lined boots

[Epierce.]

I love how people will critique this man when they specifically come to here to learn how to actually dress.

I personally have learned so much more about clothes from you sir. I have invested in my first pair of expensive shoes and I've learned how to pair colours so much better.

Thank you kindly sir!

[chocothemagnificent]

I've owned a few trench coats. The longer you wear them, the more comfortable they get. Its like wear PJ's out of doors.

[ralphwaldomc]

Hi. Could you please make videos on how to dress up for the ff:

1. When you live in a tropical climate

2. When you are on a tour (e.g. comfortable yet stylish shoes other than sneakers that are good for plenty of walking -- summer and winter).

Thanks!!

[raimondspauls]

Haha. Even more dangerous than thieves is my own absentmindedness. No matter how much I invest in an umbrella, I will lose it sooner or later. Excellent video as always!

[timetravellingwardrobe]

OMG Thank you... I've been looking for the "rubber slippers" forever. Now that I know they're called galoshes it'll make the searching soo much easier. I have learned so much from you and your content you put out. Dankeschön

[simontuffen]

For casual jackets, a good alternative I can recommend to Barbour is the Swedish brand, Fjallraven, who make hunting and hiking clothing. They use their own very breathable cotton/polyester fabric which is waxable. I have both the insulated and non-insulated version of their Raven jacket, a hunting style jacket which is understated enough to wear anywhere, and has a fairly slim fit and high armholes.

[roggerpenguin]

Your theme tune is too catchy!!! I’m humming it all day

[nikogwaj]

This has got to be on of the best videos you have ever made, it’s very helpful, especially since I live in the UK where it rains a lot.

[jamez]

If it's hot and raining, tropical weather. It's a hot, tropical, rainy summer's day, skip the trench coat. It will make you feel too hot. Just use the umbrella on its own.

[threesons]

When I want to look dapper in rain I pull off a blazer with a yesterdays Wall Street journal over the head. Very classic and people might think I’m a high powered stock broker

[thomashazaz]

I love how he has all the bad wardrobe items as well. It's like he knows, sometimes, function over form.

[pensivepenguin]

This is exactly the video I needed! Thanks, YouTube algorithms. I live in the Pacific Northwest and I’ve recently been upping my classic style game. One of the big challenges is I don’t wanna wear these expensive Alden loafers out in the rain. It seems maybe I was being a bit too precious, according to this video. Looks like with some simple protectant spray and some common sense, my loafers will be OK. I’m also going to look into those shoe covers. Thanks Raphael!

[zBMatt]

Get the wax jacket if you are under 30 and above. Get the trench coat if you are over 30. Wearing a trench in places where younger people gather sometimes puts off a try hard, tacky, matrix inspired kind of vibe that you probably don’t want. It’s weird because overcoats and pea coats are basically just heavier versions of them visually, but it is what it is.

[theartistformallyknownasdi]

Glad you mentioned Private White. Great quality clothing.

[gplusgplus]

I had the chance to test drive my new burberry trench yesterday on heavy rain. Amazed at how well it handled the water. Thanks again for a great video.

[patrickclyde]

The umbrella is wonderful and I like how he teaches how to be a right gentleman

[marycahill]

Agree the trench coat is a timeless classic, and goes with anything. For years i have worn a navy 3/4 coat with liner from London Fog. For winter I have a gray wool trench for dressy occasions. I think the over shoe for men is a good idea -- the rubber will also help you avoid slipping on black ice in freezing weather. Don't spend a fortune on an umbrella -- basic black will do.

[michaelz]

I have a vintage Ralph Lauren umbrella that I've gotten many compliments with over the past few rainy days

[chraman]

1:36

Who puts a laptop in his pocket?