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23/03/2007

Raincoat

The meaning of raincoat is a water-resistant coat or waterproof coat. Raincoats used to wear to protects ourselves from the rain. Besides that, now there are also many kind of raincoat made for many other climatic conditions other than rain. Many types of raincoats are made for different weather conditions using different fabrics and chemicals. They can be used for protection against snow falling, windcheater, for sailors and also against cold temperature.

For people who don’t like to block the rain with mechanical devices such as an umbrella, raincoat would be an ideal substitute. There are more and more design-oriented raincoats available. We could find a large variety in raincoats available in markets. They are found in various colors, cuts, lengths, fabrics and styles for people of every age and sexes. There are also raincoats in bold, catchy colours, some with geometrical patterns on them.The designing done with the aid of computers in modern days, offers variety of designs in raincoat. If you're shopping for a child, remember that kids are generally happy with brightly colored raincoat. Some come with various characters on them, too. If you're not sure how much warmth you'll need, consider a raincoat with a zip-out lining.

Now raincoat comes in various artificial and natural fabric blends. Especially microfibres and plastic coated fibres are used more. The raincoats which are made up of closely knitted fabrics are the best as they are more waterproof. However now-a-days raincoat that could be worn all year round is also available in the market. Such raincoats consist of lining that could be removed whenever required. There are two types of fabrics used for raincoats- repellent type and absorbent type. It is just an example of the many innovations in this industry, the latest is of disposable raincoats.

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