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Posted March 31, 2009
There’s no point in letting the weather get you down, but as April showers rapidly approach, we all could use a little pick-me-up. Instead of a boring black street umbrella, upgrade yours to one of Old Navy’s brightly printed, colorful versions. They fold up small enough to stash in your purse, and come in patterns like this blue floral—bright enough to cheer up a dreary day. Plus, these compact umbrellas are sturdily built, so a gust of wind won’t leave you stranded and wet.
$9.50 at Old Navy, oldnavy.com.