Women's Rain Jackets: Sampling the Best

The weather here in Northern Lower Michigan can change at a moments notice. Although it rarely gets too bad in the summer, it can become cold and damp with little notice. A good rain jacket can make all the difference.

This is exactly why I never hit the hiking trail or campground without my Gander Mountain Packable Rain Jacket . It is available in three colors, black, blue and an off white color-cement. Made of 100% nylon, this woman's rain jacket sells for $59.99. I bought mine in blue and am very pleased with the color. It is very lightweight woman's rain jacket, which is perfect for hiking. It keeps you dry, but allows for circulation with the right amount of insulation. The hood fits great and doesn't consume your face when you snug it up. The side vents are actually zippered openings, which I like. What is my favorite feature? The way the rain jacket folds into the left pocket for storage or packing. The fact that this carries so easily in a backpack, with little wrinkling, makes it one of the best rain jackets.

The Travel Smith offers a nice woman's rain jacket. This hooded rain jacket not only delivers protection from water, it delivers it with style. The very chic style of this rain jacket will be great for casual to semi casual functions. With or without a liner, this Nylon-Cotton combo will keep you dry. Travel Smith carries it in navy and stone. Regular price is $149 but it is available it this time for only $59.98.

Oneill carries a plaid women's rain jacket perfect for work or school. This rain jacket is very cute, with a lot of nice detail. Large front buttons, front welted pockets and a pretty, contrasting lining all add nice touches of style. It retails for $30.27.

My pick for work or school is this Empire Waist Trench from Metro Style. This trench style woman's rain jacket is very figure flattering. Made of polyester, it will machine wash nicely and comes in great colors. The pleats are inverted and the square buttons add a nice splash of style. This jacket is very fashionable and would look great with dress slack or jeans. The price is great. The rain jacket sells for only$21.99 - $24.99 depending on size. For that price you could buy more than one!

The Cabela's Alaskan Woman's Rain Jacket provides protection without sacrificing style. This woman's rain jacket is available in three colors, Azalea, Lake and Limeade. It is made with a water resistant, nylon shell. There is a cinch cord at the waist so you can snug right in and the zipper is full length. There are five pockets and a zippered collar pouch for the hood. This rain jacket retails for $44.88.