As Storm Ciara looks set to (quite literally) rain on our weekend parade, a chic brolly is a must-have accessory. Rain in the UK is a cliché we know all too well, and though it"s not currently that chilly, packing your umbrella (and perhaps opting for as waterproof an outfit as possible) is a wise idea over the next few days. In the UK, we spend around £10m per year on umbrellas - it"s also not unlike us to panic buy a poor-quality one when the weather quickly turns, so take this as your cue to get ahead. Splashing out a little more on a brolly that doesn"t immediately blow inside out when the wind picks up, and, perhaps, works as a stylish accessory, is a good investment, particularly for the wet week ahead. Here"s how to find the best fashion editor-approved ones... How to pick the right umbrella for you There are two main types of brolly to know. First up is the full-length walking umbrella, the kind you could use as a walking stick at Royal Ascot and that"s held by The Queen during downpours at official engagements. These tend to be more elegant. More convenient, though, is the compact umbrella which retracts neatly into a transportable size - you can pop it in your handbag when not being used so it"s ideal for those not keen on lugging a big tote around. Nifty automatic umbrellas open at the push of a button - great if you"re juggling your phone and a coffee in a downpour. Then there"s the handle itself. Rubber or plastic is comfortable to hold, while chicer varieties wooden varieties make more of a fashion statement. The most stylish brollies to buy now The colour-block umbrella Tan and orange, £140, London Undercover Look to London Undercover for brollies that are business on the outside and fun on the inside. The brand specialises in two-toned styles, but the most chic colourway is this tan and tangerine combination - very spring/summer 2020. Dachsund umbrella, £20, Hobbs Stand out in a sea of black umbrellas with a sweet print. Besides, nothing will cheer you up on a dreary grey day like a colourful print, and Hobbs is great for them. If a compact brolly isn"t proving substantial enough, opt for a walking umbrella that"ll have sturdier frames and a more comfortable handle. A classic print - think checks, stripes or a coloured Liberty print - makes a statement and will never date, so this an umbrella you can be sure you won"t leave on the tube. If a patterned or colour-block is too outre for your minimal style, look to a classic style and hue to complement your style and keep you dry. The Queen is known to have an extensive umbrella wardrobe containing over 30 different options of clear domed styles with a different shade trim to match her outfit. If it"s good enough for the Queen...