It is raining cats and dogs in Los Angeles today and this can be a real problem for your dogs when they rely on you to go outside to go to the bathroom. We live on stilts and our dogs have been known to do some business out on the deck (when they absolutely can’t hold it), but today they wouldn’t even dream of heading out there. So like good dog owners we geared up and took them out on a walk – despite the wicked wind. For me, gearing up meant wearing this sort-of-windbreaker that I thought would repel rain, my Wellies (purchased in the UK where they know about real rain) and my fedora. Needless to say, the only thing that stayed dry were my feet. I desperately need a real raincoat. Every rainy season in L.A. I find myself in the same situation, wondering when I am going to invest in a raincoat that actually works and looks stylish as well. So what else to do on a rainy day than peruse the Internet for some chic rainy styles. Here is what I found.

Burberry Trench Coat $6,550

While I looooove the look of the Burberry trench, $6,550 seems like a lot for something that I may get to wear two times a year. Plus, not sure how timeless the look is. For the price, the hubby and I can board the dogs and go somewhere where it’s not raining.

Betsey Johnson

I actually couldn’t find a price for this little Betsey Johnson number. But it is soooo cute. And I already have the red hair, so…

Michael Kors $250

I really like this look because it’s so classic. $250 doesn’t seem like a lot when you know that you’ll be able to wear it forever. This is a coat that would travel well. For when we visit New York or London or Paris! There is likely Prague trip coming up in the near future. I can see me in this there. I can see me in this anywhere!

Beaubo Transparent Flare Raincoat $92

Hmmm… Not sure.

Heritage Raincoat from Anthropologie $288

A nice and cozy take on the old yellow rain slicker. I like that it has a hood and some cute lining.

And lastly, for the dogs?

Tree Parlor, Etsy $74

My dogs would kill me.