You can now buy a ‘Honcho’ and it’s made for pub garden downpours

If you like Pina Colada’s, but not getting caught in the rain 🎶🌧️

Honcho I saw it first protect from rain outside

by Ruby Barry |
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Lockdown is easing. Pub gardens are opening. We’re finally going to see our friends and family face to face with a pint. The sun will be shining…right? Right?!

Ok, let’s snap back to reality here- we are living in Britain after all. There’s a high chance that when you go back to your fave pub garden or outdoor restaurant, the heavens above will open and you’ll get soaked to the skin (as mum would say).

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Same. ©@rifatbd09

But what if we revealed that you could fight back, and enjoy your Pina Colada/manly Guinness in the rain- whilst looking fabulous? Dreams do come true, thanks to I Saw It First, and the Honcho.

honcho I saw it first protect from rain outside
©I Saw It First

The Honcho is the new fashion forward hat from online brand I Saw It First, which has gone viral for its simple but bonkers concept. To tackle the brutal beer garden weather, they’ve created this cream extreme oversized brim straw hat, with a removable poncho around it’s rim, which they describe as a "fully detachable waterproof veil". Ultimate protection for your outfit from the downpour.

honcho I saw it first protect from rain outside
©I Saw It First

Leanne Holmes, Brand Director at ISAWITFIRST said: “We have a wide variety of clothes and accessories for whatever the weather, however the British climate can be very unpredictable no matter what the season – especially in our brand’s hometown of Manchester.

“We wanted to create a product that our customers can enjoy in sunlight and showers, so they can look and feel great, whilst crucially staying dry. We’ve already seen a massive demand for this unique bespoke product across our site and social channels, so we expect this to be a staple item seen in beer gardens across the country.”

We’ve never needed anything more. Nothing will stop us Brits from enjoying our booze in peace! The all-seasonal hat is available on their website on an exclusive offer at £30 down from £60. It’s currently sold out, but don’t cry us a river, as we have exclusive news that a restock is happening very soon.

Follow us on our socials to find out when the restock hits shelves. We’ve got you, hun.

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Olivia Attwoodu2019s I Saw It First collection

Pink knitted playsuit with bust detail1 of 14
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Pink knitted playsuit with bust detail

This hot pink playsuit is exactly what we want to be wearing this summer. You can either keep it casual with some trainers or dress it up with heels and an oversized blazer.

Orange rib racer bodycon mini dress2 of 14
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Orange rib racer bodycon mini dress

Bars are open which means you can finally wear a mini dress out on the town. This orange one will look incredible with a tan, a clutch bag and some strappy heels.

Mid wash long line distressed denim jacket3 of 14
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Mid wash long line distressed denim jacket

Ever struggle to pick a jacket to wear in the summer? Well this denim jacket is your saviour because it's not too thick but it'll still keep you warm in the evenings. You can pair it with denim shorts, a denim skirt or jeans for that double denim look OR, why not wear it with a mini dress or playsuit?

Bright orange rib cut out waist unitard4 of 14
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Bright orange rib cut out waist unitard

Whether you're planning your next night out or you want to get dressed up for your next picnic in the park, you're going to want to wear this unitard. We're loving the cut out detail and the colour of this outfit. It would be the PERF festival outfit but imagine trying to go to the toilet in the portaloo...

Hot pink linen oversized blazer5 of 14
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Hot pink linen oversized blazer

...So to prevent yourself from attempting to wear this unitard at a festival (which is pretty impractical if you ask us because you'll basically be naked in the toilet), why not pair it wear an oversized hot pink blazer? Such a cute look to wear this summer.

Red pleated tennis skirt6 of 14
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Red pleated tennis skirt

Tennis skirts have been quite the vibe since the first lockdown which is why we need this red one in our lives.

Bright pink brushback varsity long sleeve sweatshirt7 of 14
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Bright pink brushback varsity long sleeve sweatshirt

Probably our favourite piece from Olivia's collection. We're getting Legally Blonde vibes and we're not sure why but we're here for it.

Hot pink mesh 5 piece lingerie set8 of 14
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Hot pink mesh 5 piece lingerie set

This set is absolutely gorgeous. Need we say more?

Apple champions oversized sweatshirt9 of 14
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Apple champions oversized sweatshirt

It may be summer but why not wear this oversized jumper with a tennis skirt? Especially during the evenings when the weather has slightly cooled down.

Apple champions printed joggers10 of 14
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Apple champions printed joggers

However for any lazy days or when the weather cools down we'll be wearing the jumper with the matching joggers. These ones have an elasticated waist and cuffs - which means they'll give you that fitted but yet baggy look.

Blue sleeveless knitted jumpsuit with bust details11 of 14
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Blue sleeveless knitted jumpsuit with bust details

With this jumpsuit you can either dress it up with a pair of trainers or dress it down and wear it as loungewear.

Lilac check print woven zip front crop top12 of 14
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Lilac check print woven zip front crop top

This co-ord is giving us major Clueless vibes. Imagine the Instagram pictures you can post…

Lilac check print woven tennis skirt13 of 14
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Lilac check print woven tennis skirt

And to complete this look we're going need the matching bottoms. We can already see ourselves wearing this to our next bottomless brunch.

White satin stripe shirt dress14 of 14
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White satin stripe shirt dress

Another outfit that you can dress up or keep it casual. You can pair this shirt dress with trainers or you can wear it as a cover up on top of a mini dress - like Olivia.

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So, what to wear under your ginormous Honcho? Choices, choices. Too many in fact- which is why we've compiled some helpful links to create your perfect pub garden lewk.

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