Toronto's top TV weather people on the best rain gear for spring

One of Canada’s most trusted authorities on style and fashion, Jeanne Beker has covered the industry for more than 30 years. Now watch her in her current style editor role on TSC’s Style Matters with Jeanne Beker or tune into her podcast Beyond Style Matters, available wherever you get your podcasts.

Toronto’s top meteorologists (and Storm the weather dog!) take Jeanne Beker’s favourite spring rain gear for a spin.

Anthony Farnell, Chief meteorologist at Global News, and Storm the weather dog

A. COAT- CLASSIC TRENCH

“This is a coat that will last you forever. It’s absolutely elegant, and nobody makes trench coats better than the Brits!” Holt Renfrew, $3,290, 50 Bloor St. W.

B. UMBRELLA- TARTAN TOPPER

“That’s a very nice plaid that goes great with a classic trench coat, and I like that wooden handle.” Good Neighbour, $75, 935 Queen St. E.

C. BOOTS- ADVENTURE BOOT

“These are cool. It’s not a thick sole, but these are super waterproof. They definitely make a fashion statement!” Annie Aime, $158, 42 Ossington Ave.

STORM’S COAT

Dogfather & Co., $42, 1007 Yonge St.

Natasha Ramsahai, Chief meteorologist at CityNews

D. BOOTS- CHELSEA BOOT

“These Chelsea boots are really sharp-looking and great to wear rain or shine. And there’s a lot of edge to the lines of this boot.” Getoutside, $104.99, 437 Queen St. W.

E. UMBRELLA- FLORALS FOREVER

“This is a really pretty floral print that really speaks of spring and optimism and femininity — what a happy umbrella!” Juxtapose, $56, 430 Bloor St. W.

F. COAT- POP OF PINK

“This is so vibrant and joyful and has an oversized feel to it — I love the sleeves you can really roll up, the gigantic lapels and the fun button detailing.” Freda’s, $450, 45 Elm St.

Kelsey McEwen, Chief meteorologist for CTV’s Your Morning

G. BOOTS- FLOWER POWER

“This looks like a great boot to wear all through the summer, and it’s nice to have a rain boot with so much colour.” Corso Shoes, $99.95, 446 Danforth Ave.

H. UMBRELLA- SPLASH OF SUN

“This bright yellow colour is so stunning, and I love the little wooden duck at the handle!” Good Neighbour, $60, 935 Queen St. E.

I. COAT- PRETTY IN PLAID

“This is a really unusual and uplifting colouration, and this is a great plaid for spring. What a fun take on a trench.” Hilary MacMillan, $295, hilarymacmillan.com

Bill Coulter, Meteorologist at CP24

J. COAT

“This is a great colour and a great length to this coat. It looks very comfortable to get around in and has plenty of classic detailing.” RW&CO, $143.96, 1 Bass Pro Mills Dr.

K. UMBRELLA- STYLISH STRIPES

“I love any black and white fashion story, and this umbrella has an almost ’60s campy feel. The graphic look is very cool.” Grapefruit, $28, 528 Church St.

L. BOOTS- READY FOR RAIN

“This is a great boot that will last you forever. This would look good for any kind of pants, jeans or even a dressier look.” Gravitypope, $168, 1010 Queen St. W.

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