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17 Radically Stylish Raincoats That'll Actually Get You Excited About These Spring Showers

While Snoop might not mind carrying an umbrella fo drizzle, it's not always easy for the rest of us plebeians to spot the silver lining in April’s overhead clouds. Still, rainy day fashion is pretty much the premature rainbow in this scenario — and if you think the best part of a rainstorm is when it ends, you clearly haven't found your perfect stylish raincoat yet. After all, rain jackets and foul weather gear can be a prime opportunity to make your own sartorial sunshine. Click ahead for 17 reasons to start singing in the rain.

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by Elly Ayres

Clear Plastic Mac

This see-through coat may be outlined in clean, Crayola-worthy colors, but nothing about this style is elementary.

Clear Rain Coat, $75, Topshop

Basiq Clear Out Trench Coat

A super-modern take on the traditional trench, this coat’s whimsical shape is grounded in jet black piping for a look that’s anything but basic.

$428, Nasty Gal

Reclaimed Vintage Rain Jacket

The vintage rain jacket is speckled in a camouflage, but its shiny exterior and edgy print will refuse to blend into the crowd.

$81, ASOS

Floral Plastic Mac

Florals for spring aren’t groundbreaking, but this ultra-fem garden print will pretty up just about any look year-round.

$95, Topshop

Purple Rain Poncho

Prince only wants to see you laughing in the purple rain, and with this poncho packed away in your bag, you’ll be smiling no matter what weather comes your way.

$140, Clashist

Misty Plastic Trench Coat

Nobody does a trench quite like the British, and this coat is no exception. Its misty finish updates the classic style, giving passersby a glimpse of your on-point outfit underneath.

$105, Topshop

Berry Nice Raincoat

An overcast sky can darken even the friendliest face, but you’ll look bright as a berry in this hooded confection from ModCloth.

$130, ModCloth

Clear Hooded Festival Rain Trench with Folk Rabbit Print

Look a little closer, and you’ll find this snap jacket is hopping with adorable detail. Tiny blue bunnies cartwheel out of this kaleidoscopic print, capturing whimsical British design perfectly.

$63, ASOS

Lightweight Cocoon Coat

Go off the raincoat grid in this seriously elevated foul-weather fashion. Adjustable drawstrings, a removable hood and a fishtail hem prove a little drizzle won’t rain on your well-dressed parade.

$128, Without Walls

Women's Torrentshell Stretch Jacket

Don’t you hate how that one rubberized coat you’ve got always overheats? Patagonia fixes that faux-pas with a technical fabric that lets your skin breathe while still repelling drops.

Patagonia, $199, Amazon

Scruff Swing Jacket

This holographic print is seriously out-of-this-world, and donning the mega-watt jacket is one next-level defense against the forces of monotony.

$82, The Ragged Priest

Metallic Rain Trench

Rain and cold are no match for this masterpiece’s metallic luster! Fully lined, plus a zip-through front for the girl-on-the-go, this cozy coat’s pulling out all the stops.

$81, ASOS

Nylon Performace Jacket

The nylon fabric, utilitarian pockets and Velcro sleeves are how America’s prep power does athleisure. Zip yourself up and look the part of sporty chic, no yoga necessary.

$268, Jcrew

Flipper Anorak

If Lisa Frank designed raincoats fit for unicorns, surely this magical zip-up and oversize pocket number would fit the bill.

$90, The Ragged Priest

Oil Spill Zip-Up Jacket

Ever notice how many people Instagram oil spills? Now you can be the star of the social media show in this slick rainbow look.

Shop Jeen, $210, Jeen

Blue Floral Raincoat

A cheerful dose of flower power is just what you need to get through a snooze-inducing storm. Charge up in Chris Benz’s 100 percent cotton, machine-washable design.

$149, London Fog

Rosy Jacket

Though the mixed-medium anorak repels water on top, it’s all about the attraction between its eye-catching florals and pin-thin stripes. Add in shape-retaining yarn and side pockets, and you can glam away any rainy day.

$158, Tory Burch

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