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SOAKED take their umbrellas to the high street to educate shoppers

SOAKED meets the high-street future: our time at Thrive Street in Manchester

SOAKED Umbrellas joined Mary Portas’ Thrive Street pop-up in Manchester to champion independent brands, sustainable shopping and gifting beyond the big-brands.

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SOAKED Umbrellas introduce durable shopper bags designed to reduce plastic waste

Sustainable. Strong. Stylish. Meet our new reusable bags

Say goodbye to single-use. SOAKED’s new reusable waterproof bags are made from recycled bottles and pair perfectly with our planet-friendly umbrellas.

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Sustainable umbrellas designed to reduce the environmental impact of single-use umbrellas

Why SOAKED Umbrellas now use 100% recycled canopy fabric

Eco-friendly umbrellas designed in the UK: SOAKED Umbrellas now makes all umbrellas with 100% recycled canopy fabric from plastic bottles – plus matching reusable waterproof bags.

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Eco friendly umbrella design addressing the problem of umbrella waste

Why most umbrellas end up in landfill – and what makes SOAKED different

Over 1 billion umbrellas go to landfill every year. Discover how SOAKED is changing the umbrella game with wind-resistant, long-lasting, sustainable designs you’ll actually want to keep.

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Design-led sustainable umbrellas created for everyday use and gifting

We took our wind-resistant, stylish umbrellas to Craft + Flea Markets in Sheffield, Leeds & Liverpool, here's how it went!

We took our wind-resistant, UPF 50+ umbrellas to Craft + Flea in Sheffield, Leeds & Liverpool. Here’s what happened at our first ever indie market tour.

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Manchester's umbrella brand joins forces with local independent retailers and shops

Manchester's own SOAKED Umbrellas now in store at Manchester Art Gallery!

SOAKED umbrellas now available instore at Manchester Art Gallery’s gift shop! Discover durable, stylish, and affordable umbrellas designed for UK weather. Shop online or in-store.

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SOAKED Umbrellas offer a new approach to Father's Day gifting

Father’s Day Gift Ideas He’ll Actually Use: The Best Umbrellas for Dads

This Father’s Day, give Dad something he’ll actually use — and love — all year round. At SOAKED Umbrellas, we design high-quality, wind-resistant umbrellas that blend style and function for everyday life.

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Durable umbrella and bags used in wet weather to illustrate everyday rain protection

Why Reusable Waterproof Bags Are the Stylish, Sustainable Swap You’ll Love

Ditch single-use plastic bags for good. Discover how our reusable waterproof shopper bags—and their matching umbrellas—can elevate your style while reducing plastic waste.

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Reusable umbrella alternative designed to replace disposable rain accessories

Preparing for Spring Showers: The Ultimate Guide to Staying Stylish and Dry

Spring is in the air — and so is the rain. As we welcome longer days, blooming flowers, and brighter moods, we also gear up for the season’s signature downpours. But don’t let sudden showers catch you off guard. With the right accessories and mindset, spring rain can be an opportunity to show off your style while staying comfortable, dry, and eco-conscious.

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Colourful sustainable umbrellas designed as practical, long-lasting gifts

Stylish rainy day outfits: Accessorise with your umbrella

Rainy days don’t have to mean sacrificing style. The right umbrella can elevate your look while keeping you dry. At SOAKED, we believe your rainwear should be just as fashionable as it is functional. Here’s how to make a statement on even the gloomiest days.

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SOAKED umbrellas re-define mothers day gifting

Sustainable Mother's Day gifting

This Mother's Day, let's rethink gifting. Instead of mass-produced presents that end up forgotten, choose something that aligns with your values - beautiful, practical, and designed to last.

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Durable umbrellas created to help reduce landfill from broken rain gear

A brief history of umbrellas

Discover how we're learning from the past, and keeping an eye on the future, to inform our mission for designing resilient and long-lasting umbrellas. Or just learn something new in case you get asked at the next pub quiz.
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Durable umbrella design focused on long-term use and proper care

Exposing 'single use' umbrellas

As we become more aware of the impact of single use products like plastic bags or plastic water bottles, find out why we think it's time single use umbrellas started getting some exposure.
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Sustainable umbrella created to last longer with correct maintenance

Umbrellas, what's the big deal?

Umbrellas are costing our planet, and they're costing you. Find out why we all need to start caring about umbrellas, and what we're doing to break the buy, replace, repeat cycle.
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