Five Spring and Summer Jackets and Raincoats for Women

Many areas in the continental United States require the use of a jacket up until practically summer on cool mornings and in the early evening hours. A heavy jacket is not needed, but a light jacket or a raincoat is handy item to have at hand. This article discusses five light jackets and raincoats a woman could pick up and wear when there is a nip in there or when rain is eminent.

Spring and Summer Jacket - St. John's Bay Denim Jacket

A nice denim or blue jean jacket like this one from the JCPenney line St. John's Bay is economical while remaining fashionable. Denim is not an inordinately warm material, but it suits the needs of a spring jacket quite well. It will serve as an excellent cover-up when the air is cold and can be easily layered. For maximum warmth do not purchase a blue jean jacket that is snug.

Spring and Summer Raincoat - Burberry Logo Trench Coat

Amazon carries a classic Burberry piece in the Burberry Logo taffeta gold belted trench coat. This is a relatively high end item and will cost $629.99. The price can be absorbed somewhat by remember that this is a classic coat which could be worn for numerous seasons.

Spring and Summer Jacket - French Connection Cotton Military Jacket

Cotton breathes, so the French Connection cotton military jacket "tempest spring" is a good choice for a bit more coverage without suffocating when the day heats up slightly. The sleeves on this lightweight jacket are three-quarter length to ensure maximum comfort. At $198.00 it is slightly pricey, but it does have a relatively consistent design that could be worn year after year.

Spring and Summer Raincoat - Lands' End Women's SunShower

Lands' End has a raincoat that ranges in price from $17.99 to $59.99 depending on the pattern purchased. The red floral raincoat is very evocative of spring and summer. While the classic black look could also transition into fall.

Spring and Summer Jacket - Craft Elite Run Light

Sierra Trading Post carries a jacket ideal for the female athlete who will be pounding the pavement in the wee hours before the sun has heated the earth. At $86.95, this jacket has a sleek black color accented by pink trimming. These accents are reflective to ensure you are seen in the early morning light and the jacket also serves as a windbreaker on blustery days.

All five of these jackets would be ideal protection for women in the spring and summer.