21 Boss-Level Raincoats That’ll Make You Dread Sunny Days

The best raincoats for men are symbols of human progress. (It sounds grandiose, but it’s true!) Since our Cenozoic ancestors started fashioning, like, wooly mammoth pelts to one-up Mother Nature, outerwear of every kind has worked overtime to keep us warm, dry, and most of all, alive. In 2022 the stakes aren’t nearly as high, but still—the right raincoat can be the difference between a great day and a soggy, miserable one.

In decades past, your downpour defense basically involved a tan trench coat that looked solid over a suit. Those haven’t gone anywhere, but in 2022 there are more options—at more price points—than ever before. Perhaps the most important recent development in the raincoat arena? The rise of crunchy, tech-y outerwear as a bona fide swerve, giving way to heavy-duty (and blissfully lightweight) rain jackets that are just as ready for the camp site as they are the downtown commute. (Think sealed zippers, hoods that stop wind in its tracks, and pockets galore, to keep you and all the important stuff you’re schlepping in working order.)

To help you beat back the elements in style, we rounded up the very best raincoats for men—from classic belted trenches to gorp-adjacent, waist-length parkas—each of ’em designed to make the Neanderthal in you proud.

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The Best Clout Storm Raincoat

Arc’teryx’s Alpha SV is the pinnacle of no-BS rain defense, beloved by wannabe Everest climbers and meme-savvy TikTokers alike. Its custom Gore-Tex fabrication will keep you from getting soaked during the harshest of downpours, while its breathable pores work overtime to let water vapor (a.k.a. sweat) escape. That sleek, streamlined silhouette also lends itself naturally to a range of pairings, from straight-fit jeans and sneakers to a full-on “Scaling Kilimanjaro” kit—cargos, backpack, hiking boots, and all.

The Best Trench Coat

Burberry heritage “Kensington” trench coat

The perfect trench coat does exist, and Burberry, inventor of the style’s signature gabardine fabric in 1879, cracked the code on it long ago. In the nearly 150 years since, surprisingly little has changed about the silhouette, and for good reason. The classic fit means it’s roomy enough to layer over your slouchiest Armani-inspired suiting, while the belted design gives it instant sophistication. Plus, the lining and under-collar check pattern is unmistakably Burberry—an investment-worthy flex since the coat was invented. 

The Best Minimalist Raincoat

Stutterheim Stockhold raincoat

Stutterheim’s pared-down raincoat channels the clean lines of Scandinavian architecture, a mercifully frills-free design befitting its Swedish origins. Its rubber make might be ready for the open seas, but the mid-thigh length and solid colors (when in doubt, go for black) are built for a life spent on city streets.

The Best Countryside Livin’ Raincoat

We dig an ultra-futuristic raincoat as much as the next guy, but sometimes occasions calls for a more, uh, analog way of keeping out the elements—and a coat to match. Barbour’s been making some version of its waxed cotton raincoats for over 100 years, but it first introduced the Bedale in the ’80s with countryside hunting in mind. Wear it to death for a few seasons and then rewax it at home, a veritable rite of passage for many a menswear enthusiast. The reward for your grunt work? A jacket you’ll keep for decades to come.

The Best Shirt-Like Raincoat

Andwander alpha quilted shell jacket

On more drizzly spring days you might not need a full-blown slicker—a shirt with some water-beating properties like this sleek number from the Japanese gorp masters at And Wander will do the trick. The snap font gives it a more tech-y vibe, while the pockets (one of which is fitted with an on-theme mountain-ready carabiner) will also come in handy for storing your phone and AirPods case.

The Best Throwback Raincoat

Nike ACG “Oregon” microshell jacket

From bootcut jeans to mesh-heavy sneakers, the early aughts might be the buzziest decade in fashion right now—and this lightweight shell from Nike ACG is no exception. The jacket is a re-issue of the same packable, swishy style released in 2002, down to its high-vis blue color and throwback ACG logo. Now, there’s no right way to embrace your inner TRL fan—pair this jacket with bootcut jeans and throwback runners, or go full turn-of-the-millennium gorp in big-as-hell cargos and mountain-ready boots. Just leave the high-risk MP3 downloads in the past.

The Best Parka

Stüssy Nyco fishtail parka

Fishtail parkas were introduced to keep U.S. troops warm in Korea, but the outerwear style has been a civilian favorite ever since. (It gets its name from the signature drawstring “fishtail” by the back hem). Today, you can definitely scoop one at your local army surplus store, but if you yearn for a touch more street (or streetwear) cred, go with this version from Stüssy. It’s also got a nylon blend to be a touch better suited to a downpour than the all-cotton OGs. You don’t need wear this with other military-inspired garb, either; try throwing it on over a razor-sharp blazer and pairing it with some wide-wale corduroy trousers instead.

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Uniqlo utility parka

Uniqlo, as expected, has one of the best-looking sub-$50 options that’ll look good with literally everything (especially Uniqlo’s other primo stock of basics).

Acronym J1WTS-GT jacket

Comes with a tech-spec sheet longer than a CVS receipt, but all you really need to know is Acronym’s jacket is built to help you conquer world-ending events—so a light shower on the way to Sunday brunch is no problem at all.

Todd Snyder trail jacket

A modern military-inspired jacket with pockets galore and a breezy mesh lining to keep any moisture where it belongs—on the outside. .

Adsum “Caliper” jacket

Brooklyn-based Adsum’s hooded nylon rain jacket is built for dreary days in the big city: an all-black makeup, subtle flex logo placement, and interior zipper pocket for keeping your phone safe from rain and unexpected sidewalk splash zones.

J.Crew heritage hooded parka

J.Crew’s madras parka looks like it leaped straight off the pages of Take Ivy and into a mall near you. Give it an honest college try via rolled up chinos and loafers, or bring the look into downtown 2023 with some mesh-heavy sneakers and thrashed jeans.

Our Legacy “Luft” nylon jacket

This safety cone orange nylon jacket sends a message that big fits are making their way through.

Buck Mason storm stopper “Ghia” driver’s jacket

A classic McQueen-esque Harrington jacket in a lived-in dusty blue hue, which makes the jacket look like it’s been in the family since the Bullitt star was lighting up the silver screen.

Prada lightweight nylon cargo jacket

Go silver surfer mode with this Prada slicker that also boasts a heroic fabric made to be waterproof, breathable, and resistant to abrasians. (Whichis comforting to know when dropping over 3 grand on a rain jacket.)

Norwegian Rain “Harmattan” unisex raincoat

This flowy, oversized, fully waterproof jacket is the ideal way to protect a suit from the elements while still looking your sharpest.

Auralee shell hooded jacket

Rain-proof on the outside, fuzzy on the inside, this popover jacket from ascendant Japanese label Auralee gives a big middle finger to crummy weather.

JW Anderson nylon color-blocked hooded shell parka

Don’t let inclement conditions keep your big fits down—this colorblocked shell from J.W. Anderson is a flood’s worth of high-fashion drip.

Ten C buttoned-up raincoat

Here’s proof that high-tech fabrics don’t have to look futuristic—this Japanese-made poly-blend parka has a soft lived-in hue that still delivers all of the weather-beating properties to keep you from getting washed away.

John Elliott coated nylon anorack

Paper thin yet still entirely waterpoof, this anorak from fabric master John Elliott is ideal for the steamy, stormy days ahead.

Satisfy packable windbreaker jacket

Whether you’re caught up in a rainstorm while doing speed training or just need to swifty stuff a jacket in your tote on the way to work, Satisfy Running has got you covered.

Folk “Larch” rainmac coat

Like a simplified, 2023 version of the iconic trench coat, this classic khaki number will look as good over a hoodie and sweats as it will your 9-5 pinstripes.