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Looks beautiful. Handle not completely comfortable. The canopy shuts from button, the stick shortened manually. Into cover is tight. From two umbrellas I kept this one at home for myself. I do not feel sorry on purchase. Other one may be easier, but I have love for this.
My reluctance to carry an umbrella goes back to college beside one of the Great Lakes. A gust caught the students walking between classes and suddenly there were overturned umbrellas everywhere ... quite a sight, and a good argument for a raincoat instead. So I wasn't expecting much when I tried this one. It has been reassuringly steady on the breezy, wet days I've used it, and I haven't had to fight with it just to stay covered. That's enough to make me reconsider my old preference for a raincoat. It folds away neatly enough to leave in the car, which means I actually have it with me when the rain starts. (May have to put another in the truck...)
After losing my old folding umbrella I wanted something that would go in my backpack without being awkward to carry. I prefer having my hands free, so a long umbrella wasn't really an option. This one has been a very good replacement for the money. It feels solid when opened, but not so heavy that I notice it all day in the bag. The loop handle is comfortable for me to hold and the fabric sheds the rain nicely. Folded it is about 40cm long, which works with my backpack and my work bag too. Opened out, there is plenty of coverage for me. I was mainly after something practical that I could keep with me, and this does that very well. Overall, a good quality umbrella without spending a fortune.
What a great umbrella. A good broad canopy over your head to keep the rain off, and green because, well, a plain gloomy umbrella isn't for everybody. I like that it folds down rather than leaving me with a big long thing to carry. If you want something that looks good AND is useful when the rain picks up, this fits.
What a surprise!! Feels strong without looking clumsy, and it's so pretty too!! The button makes getting it up quick, which mattered when my daughter and I got caught in a downpour. We had to cross the parking lot to the car and I had a meeting afterwards, so I was really hoping not to arrive soaked. Wind was pushing the rain sideways and we squeezed in close under it. By the time we reached the car our hair was still DRY! I wasn't expecting that from a folding umbrella. For that dash it gave us the cover we needed. Delighted with it!!
On the last wet afternoon I walked home from work, this umbrella attracted four separate comments. Not something I normally count, but after the second one I started noticing. "That's a tidy little thing." "Does that handle go all the way round?" "Where did you find it?" And, from someone watching me put it away, "Mine never looks that neat once I've used it." Apparently even an ordinary journey home can turn into a discussion about umbrellas. It had already received a similar inspection at work. I left it folded beside my desk and several colleagues picked it up, looked at the handle, and wanted to see it open. One joked that I ought to charge admission for the demonstration. The button is convenient, although I hadn't expected it to become an office attraction. More importantly, it is comfortable to walk under. There is enough coverage for me without having to keep adjusting where I hold it. My wife and I can share when we stay close together, though obviously this isn't a portable roof for two people wandering in different directions. For one person it is a very comfortable size. Carrying it is less of a nuisance than carrying some smaller-looking umbrellas I've owned. There is a bit of substance to it, but the weight doesn't make my hand tired on the walk home. Folded, it is manageable rather than being another long object to negotiate through doors. My wife likes it too, and she is considerably harder to please about the appearance of everyday things than I am. She has mentioned it to a couple of friends. Her approval probably says more about its looks than mine does; I tend to notice whether something works and leave the finer judgments to her. I've been using mine regularly for over a year now. Apart from a few little marks on the handle, it still looks much as it did at the beginning. The canopy folds neatly and nothing has become loose or awkward. I've previously carried umbrellas whose main claim to strength seemed to be their weight. This one gives me a reassuringly substantial feel without making me think I should count the walk as an arm exercise. It also doesn't look out of place with work clothes. That matters to me, not because an umbrella needs to make a fashion statement, but because some very practical ones look decidedly sporting when you're wearing a jacket and tie. I use this with casual clothes as well and don't give it another thought. I can't offer an expert opinion on construction. What I can say is that the fabric, ribs and handle look carefully put together, and regular use has borne out that first impression. There isn't anything flashy about the finish, which suits me. BOTTOM LINE: If I lose this one, I would look for the same umbrella again. It has made a fairly tiresome part of the daily commute a little more agreeable.
Naturally i finally get myself a decent umbrella and the rain goes on holiday! It had been pouring, a person can only get soaked so many times, right? Now the thing is sitting here looking ready for action while the forecast keeps giving us sunshine. I'm not saying it scared the clouds away, but REALLY, THE TIMING. Solid umbrella though. Rain, whenever you're ready.
A few drops of rain and suddenly I'm there with my button-operated umbrella like some sort of secret agent. It is absurd how cool that makes me feel. If everything I owned popped open that satisfyingly I'd think I had properly made it in life. The fact it also keeps me dry is almost secondary. I'm now rooting for more drizzle just for another excuse to whip it out. Ridiculous, but true.
The finish on this umbrella is excellent, and the amount of cover is very good for something that folds away. It springs open with the button, though it sometimes takes me a second to find the button by feel. Closing the canopy is quick too, then I push the telescoping pole down until it catches. The supplied sleeve slides on neatly once everything is folded.It is among the nicest umbrellas I've had, and I don't regret spending the money. Worth considering if you want a solid folding umbrella rather than the smallest possible one.
I have severe arthritis with my hands and getting an umbrella up then back together is hard especially carrying something in my hand. This is such a help. Press once and it opens, press again and the canopy folds. The stem still needs pushing in myself but I can manage that part. Don't want to struggle with a regular one again. Worth what I paid.
This is the sort of umbrella that gives you something to talk about. if your classmates ask why the handle is a loop instead of a hook...well...now you have an umbrella conversation. Not sure everyone wants one of those but there you go. Weight feels normal to me, i can carry it without fuss and there's enough cover when it opens. I wouldnt call it a tiny umbrella once it's up. please dont demonstrate the button right in somebody's face though! =D
I picked this for my mom as a gift, and the neat appearance is part of its appeal. Folded, it goes into a roomy handbag, but it opens to a useful size with one press. The canopy shuts by button too; you then push the stem down yourself. Its sleeve is useful for keeping the usual handbag crumbs and fluff off the fabric when it's packed away. Who wouldn't welcome something so practical and pleasant looking when the sky turns miserable?
A great umbrella to carry about. One press opens it and another folds the canopy neatly. Plenty of cover for walking along the street, and it has felt steady in windy rain. The oval handle sits comfortably in my hand. Once folded, it goes into its sleeve and then my handbag without any fuss. This one's a keeper!
I am so glad I tried this! I'm a bigger lady, and umbrellas have usually meant deciding which bit of me gets rained on! Even when it comes straight down, there always seemed to be a shoulder outside. I've bought a couple that looked roomy enough, only to find they weren't once I actually used them. Then I'd pass somebody under an enormous umbrella and think, why do THEY have all that space when I'm the one who needs it! So yes, I was crossing my fingers with this one. It actually gives me the coverage I wanted! My sister can squeeze alongside me too, although we do have to stay close. For me on my own it is lovely not to keep shifting it about trying to cover everything. It feels solid and nicely put together, without being a weight to hold up. Quite a pleasant surprise for something that folds down! A couple of days after it arrived we had some proper heavy rain, so I didn't have to wait long to find out. It kept me covered and I was delighted! I probably won't get it out for a little sprinkle unless I've a fair distance to go. But when the rain really starts, I know which umbrella I'll be reaching for!
I wanted something my wife and I could share, and the open size is quite generous for carrying around. In the supermarket I found myself getting in everyone's way until I closed it. It does fold up, but then there's still a wet umbrella to juggle with the shopping. Works well outside; I just need to stop expecting it to be convenient everywhere.
This is a cheerful way to dodge the rain. Saw one in a shop while travelling but didn't buy it then, so finding it here was great. I can usually find the things I've been hunting for online. The umbrella pops open at a press, just make sure you're out of the car first...oops. A second press shuts the canopy, very handy.
Having been pleased with my own umbrella, I chose one for my girlfriend as a present. She likes the pink a lot and has had nice comments from friends and people at work. The frame feels solid, and it has kept her dry on wet, blustery days. It's a useful gift rather than something that just sits around. I'd happily choose it again for someone close to me.
I'm a teacher, with bus duty at the start and end of the school day. Past umbrellas haven't always coped with the gusts out there. This one has been reliable so far, (and we've had a very wet spring to try it in!) No inside out canopy, and I've stayed dry while waiting for the buses. Gets my recommendation!
Keeping this hidden until Christmas was hard, I wanted to show my daughter as soon as it came. She absolutely loved opening it on Christmas morning. Feels sturdy and well put together -- she's already parading around with it in the snow rather than waiting for a rainy day.
I am usually practical about umbrellas, something compact that I can carry with my bag and not think much about, but the oval handle on this one caught my attention. In person it looks just as nice -a small detail but it makes it a little different- and I am glad I went for it. The first proper outing was in steady rain and the canopy gave me good cover, without feeling like I was walking around with a huge thing over my head. The button is useful too -looking nice is one thing but I still want it to be easy when my hands are busy- so overall I am happy.The reason I held back a star is the fabric, it seems a little finer than I expected -maybe I am just used to a different feel with my old compact ones?- and I wonder how it will stand up to being folded and put away often. Nothing wrong so far but I suppose only time can answer that.
I chose the pink umbrellas for my staff at Christmas. They went down well. Finding something alike for evrryone, without being too personal or too expensive, is not always easy. These were a sensible choice with the walk everyone has from the parking garage to the office. Several had moaned about umbrellas that felt flimsy on that stretch. The pink gave a practical gift a bit of personality
The last umbrella I had flipped over in a rainstorm and that was the end of it.Ordered this as its replacement and it looks so much nicer. There is more room underneath too. A press of the button opens it, another draws the canopy in, very easy to manage. Makes going out in the rain feel less gloomy!
I wanted a reasonably priced umbrella that looked a little smarter than the usual plain compact ones. Some of the options I looked at seemed flimsy, while others cost more than I wanted to spend, so this felt like a sensible middle ground.The fabric feels decent and the frame has a reassuringly solid feel when it's open. There's enough space to share if two people stay close, although I mainly use it on my own. The button works for opening and closing the canopy; the telescoping part still needs to be pushed together manually, which hasn't troubled me. My only small "issue" is taking a moment to arrange the fabric neatly afterwards. Not much of a complaint really. The pink is lovely, I find it easy to wear with different outfits, and I've had nice comments about it!Update: The price seems to have increased since I got mine.
The umbrella seems very solid and the finish looks good, although it hasn't been out in wet weather yet (typical!). It is a bit heavier and takes up more room than my current one. That extra weight doesn't bother me, but might be worth considering. The frame feels much more substantial than my previous umbrella. So far it looks like a good buy, just waiting on a decent downpour to see what it can do!
It's a cute little umbrella and the shape really appeals to me. It has kept its shape in some blowing rain, which is reassuring. Having a button helps, but after it folds you still have to push the shaft back in yourself. I find that part a little awkward at the car when I've got other things in my hands. Otherwise I'm happy with it.
Everything here went smoothly, and I'm satisfied with the umbrella. But I want to say something about product descriptions in general. It should not take so much reading to find out what a product actually does. All this impressive talk, and the basic facts get lost. I want clear information, not promises that turn out to mean something else. This umbrella is straightforward and works as expected. Read the details carefully, not just the big claims.
What a handy umbrella!! Folded up it doesn't look like it could give much cover, but it opens out to a really useful size. I teach, and on wet afternoons at bus duty it keeps me dry while I'm getting the children on their way. Much nicer than trying to manage with a tiny canopy. The beige is a lovely change from all the dark umbrellas around us, even if it isn't a flashy colour. I'd been looking for something easy to carry without giving up decent cover, and this is exactly what I was hoping to find.
Really solid construction. Spending this much on an umbrella felt a little extravagent, but I was fed up with buying replacements. This gives comfortable cover for one, or two standing close if necessary. It feels reassuring in wet, blustery weather rather than something I'm constantly watching. Happy to recommend it to somebody who wants an umbrella that feels properly made and durable.
Bright sunlight bothers me, so a lot of my shopping involves finding ways to stay covered. I'd mostly concentrated on clothing and hadn't really thought of using an umbrella to make my own shade. Being able to carry something for that and for rain is a lovely bonus! I've had this one out several times now in sunshine and rain, including some breezy weather, and there's been nothing troublesome about using it. I chose black and it's an easy colour to carry with whatever I'm wearing. Nothing fussy looking, just a plain umbrella which seems solid when it's open. The canopy gives me a useful amount of cover without making the whole thing awkward to carry. I haven't owned many of these compact folding ones so I wasn't entirely sure how I'd find packing it away. There is a little more effort involved in the final part of closing than with my previous umbrella. Pressing the button brings the canopy in, then the telescoping section needs to be pressed down manually until it locks. Once that last section is down, it makes a compact package. My fingers are often arthritic and although I notice that extra bit of pressure, I can still put it away myself. Opening it with the button is particularly handy for me. Overall I'm delighted with how useful it has been. It looks nice, gives me shade when I want it and has kept the rain off as well. There's enough substance to it that it doesn't seem flimsy, but I don't find it too heavy for the bottom of my bag. An easy thing to bring along rather than wondering later why I left an umbrella at home!
A cheerful little find! I've been wanting something pretty to use for shade for ages. The umbrellas I already had were either not much help against the sun or so cumbersome that taking one out became a bit of a project. I wanted an easier option for casual summer walks, something I wouldn't keep leaving at home because it was too much to carry. This one is about 40cm long when folded, which suits my good sized shoulder bag nicely. Opened up, it gives me a comfortable patch of shade without feeling like I'm walking underneath a tent. I still put on sunblock, of course, but having shade over my head makes being out so much more pleasant. Into the bag it goes and I can take it along rather than deciding whether it's worth the bother. The blue is lovely, a nice cheerful colour without needing lots of decoration. The fabric has a good substantial feel to it, and everything looks neat when it's opened out. The frame seems sturdy as well. A press of the button gets it ready very easily, and another press brings the canopy in. You then push the telescoping stem back in yourself before putting it away. The sleeve is handy for keeping it tidy in my bag. I can see myself reaching for this a great deal. One small caution......compact doesn't mean it will fit every little handbag! Mine has room, but do check the folded length if yours is small. For the summer wandering I wanted it for, it's a delightful find.
The kids have taken to this umbrella straight away. They like pressing the button and watching it open. I help with pushing the stem down after the canopy closes, but otherwise they manage it nicely. They've been quite keen to carry it themselves when it rains.
an umbrella, alright. Stops rain landing on your head, then folds away when you don't need that service. Most readers will already know the basic technology.Anyway- the build feels good for the money and it's dealt with ordinary breezes without drama. Also permits a certain jaunty air when carrying it, should you feel the need for one.
I'm happy with it, although it does weigh a little more than I pictured. It feels reassuring rather than flimsy, and it's been fine in the wind I've encountered. The cream white is just as pretty as I hoped from the picture. A good umbrella that I would recommend.
The unusual loop on this umbrella has had people asking about it already!It's a clever little thing, useful n good looking as well. I remember walking in New York years ago in gusty rain, fighting my supposedly wind proof umbrella while other people seemed to manage just fine. That stayed with me, n I went looking for something better thought out. This beige one isn't a loud colour but I think it's beautiful, n the construction feels smart. Love using it, honestly!
Normally I carry a big golf umbrella, but this smaller one has been doing the job just fine. Pops up with quite a snap when you hit the button, which I rather enjoy. The ribs look substantial and the canopy fabric feels tough enough. I reckon it should give me good use.
It feels properly put together and has coped well with wind so far. The handle gives a secure grip, and carrying it hasn't been tiring, despite my initial worry about the weight. As for using it to defend myself, I've had no reason to investigate that (thankfully), and I'd much prefer its duties stayed limited to the weather.
Two of these were for my 4 year old twins and they were thrilled to have their own umbrellas. The oval handles are a big hit and they like the simple look. They feel study and nicely put together. Both can work the button to open and fold the canopy; I help push the shaft in afterwards. There's plenty of cover above them, much better than the tiny umbrellas they used before.
Left my old mini umbrella at a bar (that was a good one) and it vanished. A mate at work had this and the price looked right.1. Flexible ribs, feels solid when it's open2. Push button opening - quick and easy3. Good Value! No point spending more if this does the job4. The gray has grown on me. Wasn't keen at first, looks alright now.I've put one at work, another in the car and kept one at home. Covers all the places I forget an umbrella. Sorted.
seems fine so far. packs away without fuss. haven't owned it long enough to have anything useful to say about lasting years. worth remembering it is a compact umbrella- about a metre across, enough for me rather than a crowd (i'm not particularly large). handy on city walks, I think. a bigger canopy would be nice sometimes, but this is an easier size to keep with me.
Two rounds of golf with this so far and I'm glad I took it along. The heat has been pretty uncomfortable, but standing underneath gives me a welcome break from the sun. Simple thing, having shade wherever I stop, but it really helps. Happy I decided to buy it!
For getting around a city, this is a smart umbrella that does the job without being a nuisance to carry. I've had enough of cheap umbrellas that feel disposable.- Build: Solid. Fine on the windy walks I've used it for, though I wouldn't expect miracles in a storm.- Appearance: Simple and quite smart. The oval handle gives it a slightly different look without making it fussy.- Price: Sensible enough that losing it somewhere wouldn't ruin my week. I'd still be annoyed if I left it in a bar, obviously, but not devastated. A good everyday choice.
Nice looking umbrella and feels sturdy when it's open. The price seems very fair to me. It comes with a proper SLEEVE which I appreciate. I like having something to put it in once it's dry rather than loose folds catching on things in the cupboard. Looks much neater put away like that. I'd happily buy another, recommend it to friends or give one as a present.
I ordered this for walks with my two year old daughter, since we take her brothers to school and sometimes have to go in the rain.I also bought umbrellas for the boys at the same time, so I did look at them together. This one feels more substantial in the frame and gives a nice amount of cover without being awkward to carry folded. The gray is plain, but it looks smart. She's only been out under it once, so I can't say anything about long term use. On that ten minute walk she stayed dry, which was the important part. I work the button and help her hold it rather than expecting her to manage the opening herself. It opens quickly and the canopy folds with another press, then I push the pole in.I'm not leaving it around for her to play with. It goes up on a shelf until we're heading outside in the rain. Hopefully that will help it last. So far it seems nicely made and I would recommend it!
Bought this for my wife to carry on her daily walk through boston. After a wet, blustery day you see plenty of abandoned umbrellas around the city, so I wanted something that didn't feel disposable. This one has a reassuring frame and she finds the button opening convenient when heading outside. I wouldn't confuse that solid feel with being protected from rain coming at you sideways, though. There's only so much coverage a compact umbrella can give, and you still have to hold it at the right angle when the breeze changes. For the normal rainy walk it does the job well, without having to carry something enormous all day. My only real reservation is the price, which is a bit more than I'd usually spend on an umbrella. Still, the construction and usefulness make it a worthwhile purchase for her.
Longer folded than I had pictured! Should have looked more closely at the length before ordering (my mistake)! It's still quite easy to carry about, just too long for the bag I had in mind. The quality is nice though, and that oval handle feels comfortable and secure to hold.
I would have preferred a slightly larger canopy. My previous automatic umbrella gave me more space, and that is the comparison I keep making with this one. On the other hand, this is a manageable umbrella to carry and the button operation is convenient. The shaft looks quite slim to me, although I can't say it has caused any trouble. I've only taken it out once, in a little wind, and it stayed steady. That isn't enough use for me to judge rougher weather. For normal showers it covers me fine. On a longer walk in heavier rain I would still expect my lower legs to get wet, which is really a matter of coverage rather than anything going through the fabric. If size matters more to you than portability, a bigger umbrella might suit better. I'm keeping this for the convenience, just with more realistic expectations about the space underneath.
Green looked lovely in the pictures and that was mainly why I chose it. On looks I am happy.There was a rather sharp smell when first unpacked, so I left it beside the window that evening and it mostly went away. Much better!After using in Boston rain with the usual wind, I would call it a fairly good umbrella. It isn't something I want to test against every gust, although I don't think any small umbrella enjoys that weather. I was careful to keep it facing the wind, not let the wind get up underneath the canopy. That way it stayed in shape and I stayed dry, which is what I needed. For ordinary use I think it is fine.
After looking it over I decided to return it. My larger umbrella has suited me for years, so perhaps my expectations were too high. This seems perfectly usable for rain and shade, but feels heavier in the hand than I wanted, and the canopy isn't generous enough for me. The loop handle is okay, nothing special. At this price I was hoping for more than a fairly ordinary compact umbrella. It may be a good fit for someone else, just not for me.
This looks even nicer in person. The green outside is as pictured, with a black surface underneath, and the fabric feels substantial rather than papery. The oval handle is an attractive change from the usual shape and the whole thing feels carefully put together. I used it for shade at an outdoor event and was much more comfortable underneath it than standing directly in the sunshine. It is still a hand umbrella, so don't expect it to shade your whole body whatever direction the sun is coming from. I would certainly still use sunscreen on exposed legs. I could move through the crowd without too much trouble, taking the same care around people's faces that I would with any umbrella. When the wind picked up a little I could still keep a comfortable grip. The folded size is useful too. I'm delighted with how it looks and how it worked for that outing!
Taking an umbrella to the lake hadn't occurred to me until I borrowed a friend's for shade while camping a few weeks ago. I wanted good coverage but something manageable to carry, so this seemed worth a try. I'm delighted with it. There's a useful patch of shade underneath, and it has coped nicely with the light wind we've had. We don't get particularly strong winds here, so I can't comment beyond that. Worth pointing out that this is a compact handheld umbrella, not one of those enormous fixed-length sun umbrellas. Folded up it fits alongside my other things quite easily. Opened out, it covers more space than I expected from looking at it closed. The mechanism is probably my favourite part. One press opens it with a nice positive action, and pressing again collapses the canopy. You then push the telescoping pole together to finish packing it away. The ribs have some flex but don't feel flimsy, and the oval loop gives me a good grip. It's early days yet, but nothing about using it feels cheap or awkward. Obviously time will tell how long it lasts. I live in Arizona, where shade is a big part of why I carry an umbrella. I used this on a day approaching 110 degrees and was very glad to have that cover overhead. Very happy with the choice. Nicely made, pleasant to operate, and practical to take along. Pros + Generous coverage for a folding umbrella + Feels well put together + Quick, smooth opening + Fine in the light wind I've encountered + Secure handle Cons Nothing comes to mind
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Seven colours, one-touch open and close, a carabiner handle and an SPF 50+ lining.
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