We're not quite sure who recommended you start using a dingy old newspaper in the place of a rain jacket or umbrella, but we have a proposition of our own: The North Face Women's Tomales Bay Jacket. Crafted with a hearty, waterproof exterior, this jacket provides ample protection against wayward weather while simultaneously offering paramount versatility with its adjustable and removable hood—so you can go from jacket to trench in a matter of moments. A strategic storm flap, drop hem, and metro pass pocket make this piece commuter friendly while maintaining a demure, fashionable silhouette. After all, just because it's pragmatic doesn't mean it has to skimp on style. 

• Waterproof
• Storm flap
• Hand pockets
• Internal media pocket
• Metro pass pocket
• Storm flap
• Drop hem
• Removable and adjustable hood