Best Raincoat/Jacket - Dennis Basso vs Susan Graver

Poppet1 · ‎03-11-2010

Looking for a great raincoat, who makes the best & specifically what item, Susan Graver or Dennis Basso? Thank you.

Goldengate8361 · ‎01-27-2014

I've been shopping for one, too. I think both Lands End and Talbots have better ones than DB or SG.

ALRATIBA · ‎07-15-2016

@Goldengate8361 wrote:
I've been shopping for one, too. I think both Lands End and Talbots have better ones than DB or SG.

@Goldengate8361 I got my casual one from Totes (yellow slicker) and my "dressier" black one from LandsEnd (black Coastal Raincoat.)

They are both truly waterproof - not simply water "resistent."

TY · ‎03-10-2010

For waterproof anoraks look at Columbia sportswear.

skuggles · ‎11-20-2013

eddie Bauer and Marmot make great ones.

Sweet_Serenity · ‎01-22-2016

@skuggles wrote:
eddie Bauer and Marmot make great ones.

Marmot lifetime warranty. 99.00 beautiful shade like blue SG TSV. Unlike SG mine is waterproof. Living in Adirondacks need that.

Gram W · ‎01-22-2013

My Columbia are indeed waterproof but the water proofing makes it air tight. This makes it so warm my shirt is soaked by the time I take them off. I can't wear mine in warm weather. Other than that they have worn very well. They are maybe 5 years old and still look great so I wear them spring and fall only.

I have Dennis Basso also. It has worn well. The waterproofing held up for its first trip to cleaners. I will see what happens after the next one. I can give it a Scotchgard Treatment when needed. I like that the hood can be hidden under the collar when not in use.

sandraskates · ‎06-26-2014

I saw a darling red rain slicker in the window of a boutique. I went back to check it out today. I knew it would be pricey but in no way did I expect $350.00!

The brand was Jane Post. Never heard of it and looked it up on the internet when I got home. Seems to only be sold in higher end dept stores and boutiques.

Decided to go with Susan Graver's TSV rain jacket in red.

I have a SG coat that has been my go-to for colder weather this year; it's comfy and warm.

I had a Dennis Basso raincoat that was also very good quality but after 10 years I got a little tired of it.

Sweet_Serenity · ‎01-22-2016

Looking forward reading reviews. Tempted to order SG light coat. My concern is that it's to thin, Not enough substance. Did purchase two new tops special price. Enjoy your SG coat.