Travel Jacket
 

I need a water repellent travel jacket. You know the one, it goes everywhere and does everything.

what color?
what length?
what style?
do you have? If you were purchasing something new, what would you change?

Thanks

My usual summer/spring/fall travel jacket is a 3 in 1 jacket that has an outer rain jacket and with a zip in fleece jacket (I use something heavier in the winter). I run cold and use the zip fleece jacket year-round without the other piece. It comes down to just below my butt may a smidge above as I was told to never buy a jacket that doesn't cover my butt but yes, I do have a jean jacket. I find them a bit hard to replace though as I buy purple, but my current one is The North Face, and my last one was Eddie Bauer. Not always cheap but I use them a lot and may have to change the color but I try to find a color that is something other than black or red. I try to be mindful of other people taking pictures and always seem to get that red jacket in mine.

Black Mac coat from Everlane. I like it. I do wish that I would have bought the vintage Burberry Mac coat I found at a vintage store in Amsterdam, though.

No, I don't have one. I live in Seattle and yet have never once owner water repellant clothing. I'm thinking you have a special trip that you'd need something like this. To answer your question I'd start by looking at REI or Columbia sportswear.

Yo GT,
Maybe also check out Tilly? They have changed big time with new ownership but it may still be possible to buy something of quality from them.
I am done. the good advice above

Sassy your comment about the red jacket made me laugh. That person is in my photos, too.

Thanks Kurief I’ve seen that jacket

Suze - not a special trip. I’ve been soaked wearing water repellent jackets thanks to sudden downpours too many times. I prefer water repellent.

Z - thanks. I’ll check them out

OK good luck in your search. And like I said... REI, Columbia, maybe even Land's End. The only time I've ever been 'soaked' was in Mexico when it goes 'monsoon' and it's WAY too hot to be wearing a water proof or repelent jacket in that humidity! Also in Hawaii. But both places, you get wet, you get dry, no need for extra gear.

I have several. For me, choosing which one to take depends on the weather forecast, the type of sightseeing and the destination. I have a 3-in-1 like the one described by sassy27 in post #2. London Fog, I think. It has worked well even on a few days with snowshowers. I have a lightweight shell (Columbia) that's good for hikes/walks. I can fold it into a small square and stash in a backpack. I also have a short-ish trench (The North Face) I wear in cities when I feel compelled to dress a bit nicer. Every jacket has a hood, some removeable, because I hate umbrellas. The insulated jacket is black, and the others are light colored.

Another search option: Zappos.

I've purchased a couple of products from ScottEvest over the years. Quality products with pockets for everything. The 'Rhonda Jacket' might be worth a look.
https://www.scottevest.com/products/the-rhonda-jacket

Water repellent is not waterproof, but waterproof is also not very breathable.
I have a hip-length waterproof of unknown make, really waterproof but it has vents and pit zips, and I have a water repellent softshell, but that lets water through in heavy rain.
In the summer I take a folding umbrella instead. Keeps most of e dry and what gets wet dries fast.
If I wanted a new coat I would try outdoor brands like North Face, Patagonia etc, which offer a wide range of styles. However most deem fat people to not require such garments so I would be wasting my time.

I’d go for a lightweight, packable water-repellent jacket in a dark neutral like navy or black—it works anywhere and hides wear. Hip-length with a clean, minimal style is the most versatile. Make sure it has a hood and zip pockets. If I’d change anything, I’d pick one with better breathability over ultra-thin material.