Storm-sturdy umbrellas that really work
Strong winds can turn your umbrella inside out and leave you soaked.
But on "The Early Show on Saturday Morning," Real Simple magainze Fashion Editor Julee Wilson showcased umbrellas designed to make it through any type of weather:
The following descriptions are directly from Real Simple magazine
BEST UMBRELLA IN THE WIND
GustBuster
Also a winner in our 2005 Real Simple test, this model has wind-release vents so even gusts of 55 miles an hour can't turn it inside out. A classic hardwood handle makes it guy-friendly.
To buy: $35, luggage.com
BEST UMBRELLA FOR RIGHTING ITSELF WHEN TURNED INSIDE OUT
Davek Traveler
Very important for those windy rainstorms! No more fumbling to restore a flipped umbrella. Just press the button and it snaps back into position. Luxe leather strap. Collapsible.
To buy: $79, davekny.com
BEST FOR FAMILIES (BEST FOLD-UP UMBRELLA)
Eddie Bauer Spring
Let's face it, if you're going out in the rain with your kids, you simply can't lug around a big, bulky umbrella. This is the sturdiest portable we tried, with a tiered construction that keeps it from flipping and a no-slip grip. It opens and closes with one hand?essential when you're dealing with coffee or car keys or holding your kids. Collapsible and affordable.
To buy: $15, eddiebauer.com
BEST OVERALL PROTECTION
Vista
You can see clearly now with this transparent vinyl manual umbrella. Thanks to a bubble canopy that has a 19-inch depth, it will shield your face and hair from mist or side-swept rain and let you maneuver through dark or crowded streets without bumping into strangers.
To buy: $34, umbrellastand.com
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