Spring Showers Bring...

My beloved black and white polka dot umbrella recently broke, leaving me high and not-so-dry on these leonine March days. 

I've been seeking an adorable alternative, and am finding so many whimsical styles to choose from.

Fortune owns a Pagoda umbrella from Bella Umbrella in a delicious, minty hue.  I'm in love with the faux diamond bottom of their signature handle.

 

A little too rich for my blood, however, I am seriously considering Target's Clear Bubble umbrella.  I've always been fond of these mod covers; seeing them all over New York City always puts a smile on my face on otherwise gloomy days.  Target is selling a variety of color options, but I'm partial to the yellow trim/yellow handle on this one.  Whoever designed the first yellow hued rain product (like those sunny slickers) is beyond genius; they're just so emblematic of the hope for better weather days ahead.

And, of course, there's always Marc Jacobs.  I will always have a soft spot in my heart for absolutely everything he does; he was the first designer I fell in love with in my teens.  His Yo Yo Dot tote + umbrella is such a lively throwback to another idol of mine, Minnie Mouse - just the ticket for a grey day!

I also really like Ay Up's Petal umbrella.  I'm normally not a big flower person, but I really enjoy their spring interpretation.  After all, these incessant showers have to bring some gorgeous spring blooms, don't they?

Bella Umbrella Pagoda Umbrella, Umbrellas.net;
Totes Clear Bubble Umbrella, Target;
Marc by Marc Jacobs Yo Yo Dot Tote + Umbrella, MarcJacobs.com;
Ay Up Petal Umbrella, Not on the High Street.