BoozeBrella Umbrella Flask 266 ml by Smuggle Mug Hidden Flask Color Choices (Gray)

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There’s nothing worse than being dry in the rain– or so believe the producers of the Flask Umbrella. Visually, this puppy may not stand up to the rest of the umbrellas on this list, but its’ unassuming appearance is what makes it so effective. Twist away the handle on this umbrella to reveal a tube flask, in which you can pour any matter of libation from whisky to wine. This one isn’t bad to have around on a rainy day… Fun fact: while Swaine Adeney Brigg is primarily known for its leather goods they recently made Colin Firth's deadly brolly in the film Kingsman: The Secret Service. To celebrate the value of the umbrella in modern life, here is TheCoolist’s list of 20 amazing, creative and futuristic umbrellas that have taken this classic invention into wild new frontiers. The Pileus Internet Umbrella Projects the Web View in gallery

While you could splurge on the rare light umbrella, you could also just make one yourself. The people at Instructables have a guide on how to turn your basic umbrella into an LED-lit masterpiece. Grab yourself an umbrella, some LEDs and a working understanding of electronics, you can wire up one hell of a cool umbrella on the cheap. The Contracting “Polite Umbrella” View in gallery View in galleryTo help you decide which umbrella is best for you, we have compiled a list of the very best British umbrella brands in operation today, and how their unique styles can make a little show of rain rather fun. Read about them below: Best Brands At A Glance View in gallery Wouldn’t it be nice if your umbrella could warn you not to leave home without it? This one can. The weather forecasting umbrella connects to your home (or office’s) wi-fi connection to deliver real-time weather data. This data is displayed by an illuminated translucent handle that glows blue when rain is approaching. When you’re on your way out the door, just glance at this umbrella and you’ll be forewarned whether or not you’ll need to bring this baby with you. The Cloud Umbrella View in gallery The Inside-Out Umbrella doesn’t leave a watery mess behind as it dries, it brings the remaining water with it. Once you’ve ended your rainy day commute, this umbrella won’t soak the floor where it rests– it folds into itself and creates a bag which carries the rain water that once covered it. At work or at home, this remaining water dries without leaving a mess. The Gunbrella View in gallery Sitting as one of London's more recent umbrella houses, London Undercover was born in 2008, blending British designs with environmentally sustainable craftsmanship. Materials are selected for their strength and longevity, so you can count on one of these umbrella's to see you through any level of rain.

The Tandem Umbrella design brings about a classic case of “why didn’t we think of that sooner”? If you’ve tried to fit two people under an umbrella before, you know that somebody is going to get wet. The Tandem Umbrella solves this by adding two shafts and two canopies, woven together to allow a rain-bound couple to have equal protection. We’re curious, though– how does the Tandem Umbrella collapse? The Stand Umbrella View in galleryThe LightDrops umbrella does precisely what it’s name implies– it turns drops of rain into light. How, you ask? LightDrops employs a conductive membrane called PDVF that converts the kinetic energy of the falling water into electricity in trace amounts. Conceptually, this electricity will be enough to power LEDs within the inside of this umbrella’s canopy. So while you’re walking through the rain, you’re generating renewable energy that yields a stunning, stylish appearance. The Multi-Unit Superbrella View in gallery The Sword Umbrellas can be summed up in just two words: bad ass. While the canopy here is the same as your traditional umbrella, the handle sets these apart in a fun, rather violent way. While they can’t be used as weapons like the Umbuster above can, these Sword Umbrellas certainly look the fit. Buy one of these, and I’ll dare you to try and not swing it around making sword fight noises with your mouth. The Inside-Out Umbrella View in gallery Of course, they're pretty stylish too. London Undercover caters its products toward quality conscious individuals, and given its recent history of collaborations with the likes of Vans, Fred Perry and Carhartt, the brand clearly understands how to deliver contemporary takes on a quintessential British accessory. Even the largest traditional umbrellas can’t keep you dry in rains mixed with heavy winds. In cities like Chicago, the rain comes at you sideways– and the designer of the Superbrella has an idea that’ll keep you dry in the toughest of rainy climates. The Superbrella is made of five clear umbrellas– one on top and four in each cardinal direction. In the four corner triangles that were not covered by the umbrellas, the designer has inserted a patch with a rain-proof hole that allows for aeration. Grab yourself a Superbrella and a pair of tall rain boots– you’ll stay dry in the toughest of rains. Special Note– if you’re not a cute, trendy girl as shown above, exect to look like kind of a toolbox with this thing. The Hydro-Chromatic Umbrella View in gallery