Cheryl Marie Cordeiro

It seems like the heatwave that hit Sweden in high summer has given way and in its place are very rainy days. With grey skies, grey seas, grey pavements and people generally in black and grey outfits, I thought these lovelies found at Brolliesgalore in the UK would brighten up the days in the rain….

Tutu rose umbrella by Chantal Thomas

Not for the faint of heart or the self-conscious, this Tutu rose umbrella by Chantal Thomas features kicking legs with surrounding tutu layers. More than brighten up the day, I think it might even cause a few traffic accidents on the slippery roads out there.

CanCan Parasol by Guy de Jean.

Made in France and perhaps more goth than chic is this CanCan parasol by Guy de Jean. It features four layers of deep frilling that keeps out both sun and rain and comes in two other colours, white (quite appropriate for use at weddings) and rose.

There were many umbrella delights to choose from at Brolliesgalore, some of my favourites being the pagoda umbrellas, for their distinct shape and the dome umbrellas for most protection from rain (unless there are strong winds that risk you being swept along the streets in a tumble).

Birdcage – Canvas Rose umbrella by Lulu Guinness Birdcage.

If I had to settle for a choice, I think the above umbrella by Lulu Guinness is very nice with print that is both cheerful and distinct.