Winter is coming...
...So how do you choose the Best Brolly for those rainy winter days?
Let’s face it - few know more (or speak more often about) the rain than we Brits, and in the UK, a good umbrella isn’t a luxury; it’s a way of life. Between the April showers, seaside gusts, and surprise downpours on your way to work, having the right brolly can mean the difference between arriving fresh or dripping wet.
At Best Brolly, we believe that your umbrella should do more than just survive the storm - it should make you smile through it. So here is a Brits guide to the art of staying dry:
1️⃣ Choose the Right Size
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Compact travel umbrellas are ideal for commuters and day trips. They slip easily into a bag and open at the push of a button.
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Full-length umbrellas offer more coverage and a traditional look — perfect for weddings, events, or long walks.
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Golf-style brollies give maximum protection (and serious presence) for stormy days.
💡 Pro Tip: The bigger the canopy, the better the coverage - but make sure it’s wind-tested, not just waterproof.
2️⃣ Look for Windproof Technology
The number-one reason umbrellas break? Cheap frames that can’t handle gusts.
All Best Brolly designs are tested in simulated high-wind tunnels — with flexible fibreglass ribs that bend, not snap.
If you live in a coastal area or often face open streets, a double-canopy windproof umbrella is your best friend.
3️⃣ Style Matters (Even in the Rain)
Your umbrella is part of your outfit — it says a lot about you before you even open it.
That’s why we match form and function: elegant canopies, wooden or matte handles, and colourways like Mint Rain, Navy Night, and Sky Cyan.
💡 Pro Tip: Make your umbrella a part of your seasonal style. It offers gives you a chance to add in some colour or to show off a bit of your personality.
4️⃣ Don’t Forget Care & Longevity
To make your brolly last:
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Always open it facing into the wind.
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Shake off water and let it dry open before storing.
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Keep it in a cool, dry place - not the boot of your car!
If after reading this you fancy a change of umbrella, or you just want to make sure that when you walk out the door ready for anything - a drizzle, a downpour, or even a bit of sunshine - then explore our latest range!