Dressing for a warm rainy day isn’t quite as simple as bundling up during chilly rainstorms — so I thought it definitely warranted its own article. (See our guide to what to wear on cold rainy days for tips for those chillier storms!)

After all, when it’s hot and sticky out, the last thing you want to wear is a pair of heavy winter rain boots. I’ve learned this the hard way.

When I moved to Boston from Southern California five years ago, I was super excited to take on the East Coast elements: wind, snow, sleet, all that good stuff. My wardrobe and I adapted quickly to the cold weather, but what really wound up throwing me for a loop was the first summer I spent in Boston. California summers are dry as a bone, so I wasn’t prepared for the humidity and torrential downpours.

I’ve got it down now, though. Read on for tips on how to stay comfortable and dry throughout the spring showers season!

Related reading: 6 Incredibly Cute Spring Outfits to Wear on Repeat

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Warm Rainy Day Essentials

Footwear

Products: Glitter Boots – Urban Outfitters, Patent Sandals – Amazon, Jelly Flats – ASOS Design, Nike Slides – Urban Outfitters, Birkenstocks – Nordstrom, Dr. Martens – Amazon

Think beyond traditional wellies when it comes to keeping your feet dry during spring and summer rainstorms.

Short rain boots in a Chelsea or lace-up style are just as functional but won’t overheat your legs. (How cute are these silver ones?)

Jelly shoes have come a long way since the ones you wore in elementary school. These days, they come in trendy shapes and colors, like these pretty glitter flats.