While I’ve always somewhat embraced rainy days – there’s something so relaxing and refreshing about grey and stormy weather – I often found myself ill-prepared to enjoy them. Living the pedestrian life as a student in Kingston, Ontario and later in the German Hauptstadt of Berlin, rain was most often accompanied by wind and cold. I quickly gave up on umbrellas and accepted that rainy days meant traipsing through the streets sporting my athletic raincoat and feeling rather soggy.
In the summer of 2017, the hubby and I travelled to beautiful Denmark, where rain and chilly weather are common, and were struck by the stylish ease with which the Danes seemed to tackle precipitous skies. They had the most amazing rain gear that was both fashionable and functional. My search for one of these raincoats led me to the Stutterheim brand. You can read all about the Stutterhim story and inspiration behind the Swedish company here.
After careful consideration and in anticipation of a planned trip to Ireland, I purchased the Stutterheim Mosebacke in the classic green. Now that I’ve had a chance to put this raincoat to the test during a rainy Canadian spring and a March vacation in the Emerald Isle with the temperamental Storm Gareth, I’m feeling rather qualified to share my thoughts and impressions with you on the Stutterheim Mosebacke raincoat.
THE DETAILS
Fit: While Stutterheim’s website notes that the Mosebacke has a generous fit, I chose to size up to a medium. For reference, I am slightly north of 5’10” and generally wear a size 4 or a small. While the raincoat is indeed large in the body, I was concerned with the width of the shoulders and sleeves (I have rather broad shoulders and long arms) as I wanted to ensure that the coat was roomy enough to layer over some chunky knits.
Before ordering, I used the virtual fit guide on Stutterheim’s site to compare the Mosebacke’s measurements to those of one of the coats in my closet. All in all, I’m pleased with my choice to size up; there is plenty of space to accommodate some cold weather layers and the sleeves are plenty long.
Fabric & Construction: The Stutterheim Mosebacke is constructed out of an unlined, rubberized cotton and is made in Poland. When I first received the coat, it had a rubbery smell, but after hanging it up in our laundry room overnight, the odour dissipated completely.
This coat has some weight to it and feels substantial, perfect for cooler climates. Stutterheim also makes a lightweight version, which I imagine would be more suitable for warmer weather.
During our trip to Ireland in March, the weather was quite chilly and very rainy and windy. With its welded seams, this coat kept me dry and warm. Unlike the thin GORE-TEX coats I’ve worn in the past that cling to the body when wet, the structured A-line Mosebacke silhouette seemed to funnel rain away from my legs. The cotton blend layer on the inside of the raincoat also makes it very comfortable to wear over thinner layers or even a T-shirt.
The only slight drawback of the Stutterheim raincoat is the pockets; they are very roomy, but as they don’t have a closure, water pools in them during heavy downpours – not a big deal, but just a heads up that storing your phone in the pockets is not the best idea when it’s raining!
All in all, I’m super impressed by the construction of the Stutterheim Mosebacke and know that this quality piece will stand the test of time and remain a well-loved piece in my closet for many years to come.
Care: Stutterheim includes care instructions on their site. I have not yet needed to wash my coat, but have spilt ice cream and ketchup on it, both of which washed off during the next rain shower. 🙂
Final Thoughts: After hemming and hawing about whether or not to purchase the Stutterheim Mosebacke, I’m so glad I finally decided to invest in this classic wardrobe staple. In the past eight months, I’ve already worn the Mosebacke countless times. It has taken the guesswork out of dressing for rainy days and I love how the design combines both function and style, making it perfect for outdoor adventures as well as city exploration.
Thanks for reading!
–M.
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