Choosing an umbrella depends primarily on three criteria: value for money, wind resistance, and, of course, design! But how do you choose an umbrella that's both stylish and matches your outfit? What image does each model convey? To help you find the perfect accessory, let's review the main umbrella styles.
With a black umbrella, it's impossible to make a fashion faux pas! This accessory for men and women goes with any outfit. It protects you from the rain without ever spoiling your style.
There is a wide variety of umbrellas available in black at Le Parapluie de Cherbourg, such as:
Colored umbrella: cheerfulness in the grayness
Want to brighten up your outfit, even in a downpour or storm? Treat yourself to an umbrella in your favorite color. We offer a wide selection of light and dark colored umbrellas, ranging from red to blue, green, yellow, or even pink. You can even opt for the Lupin model, in orange! A colored umbrella can be solid, two-tone, or patterned. If you're looking for an umbrella that's both understated and colorful, choose a delicately embroidered model like the Ville umbrella (product link) or the Antibourrasque umbrella (product link). At Parapluie de Cherbourg, we make most of our umbrellas in different colors, offering alternatives from the most understated to the most original.
The different shapes of umbrellas
Once you know what style of umbrella you want, you just need to choose its shape. Most umbrellas are either straight or folding.
Straight umbrella: a timeless classic
Straight umbrellas consist of a rigid shaft and a set of ribs. These fold up along the shaft after use.
Transparent umbrella: a touch of originality
Transparent umbrellas are fashionable accessories. The principle is simple: instead of being made of opaque fabric, the canopy is made of translucent PVC. This sturdy material protects you from the rain but lets light through. This way, you can admire the sky and the landscape in all circumstances, whatever the weather.
On most transparent umbrella models, the dome is edged with a white or black braid. For a more feminine look, the canvas can sometimes be decorated with black or multicolored patterns. These contrast elegantly with the translucent canvas.
Like all other umbrellas, transparent umbrellas unfold manually or automatically. Their closing mechanism is operated by hand or with a button.
Folding umbrella: the compact accessory
Folding umbrellas are similar to conventional models, but their shaft is retractable. In addition, the lower section of the ribs folds outward. Thus, when closed, the folding umbrella takes up little space.
Inverted umbrella: the clever find
Inverted umbrellas have a double canopy and a reverse opening mechanism, compared to conventional models. The canopy, when exposed to moisture, folds inward, preventing the ground from getting wet.
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