How to survive London's tornado in style: Arc’teryx boots, Rains coats and M&S trapper hats
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It's a Twister!. In more unlikely news, a tornado has been forecast to hit the UK — in fact, between 5am and 3pm tomorrow, 24 January, there is even a “tornado-style risk” in the capital, itself — which means? Storm Eowyn ("ay-oh-win") looks to be quite the trouble maker.
Of course, yellow wind warnings have the potential to cause plenty of damage, and not least to your umbrella. As Northern England and Scotland both face gusts of up to 80-90 mph, it’s worth wind-proofing your outfit. But how to chic in wild weather — even Wizard of Oz style tornadoes?.
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You don’t want to get bogged down with Wellington boots while the wind is slapping you. Though often gales will come with sideways rain, a sturdy pair of waterproof walking boots will offer more support and nimbleness. The best tough boots (that you can also wear to the pub) come from gorpcore-approved brands that make actually fantastic outerwear, as opposed to fashion brands dipping their toe into the hiking trend.
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As umbrellas are completely off the cards given your likelihood to be dragged, Mary Poppins style, into an oncoming Lime bike — a huge, warm, entirely waterproof apocalypse-style coat is your best to keep the hideous weather away from your skin. There are some serious coats out there for those looking. Rains’ coats (pictured lead image) move up through a five level toughness scale, from T1 “Breeze” offering “light protection for everyday comfort” right through to T5 “Extreme” which has “winterproof protection from harsh cold and wind.
