
In news that surprised nobody, Met office data has confirmed that it has rained somewhere in the UK on every single day of 2026 so far. More than 40 days of slate-grey skies and flood warnings have well and truly dampened the nation’s spirits. But what about our wardrobes?
From drizzle to a deluge, rain in every shape and form presents a sartorial challenge. Aside from the obvious limitations — suede is off the menu, and watch your brushed cashmere too — it’s all too easy to end up with soggy trainers, damp hems and, to top it all off, permanently frizzy hair.