Brand profile
Rains
Danish label making minimalist waterproof jackets, bags and accessories in a signature matte rubberized fabric.
AarhusOrigin
UnisexFocus
Minimalist / ContemporaryStyle
$$Price
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What to know about Rains
One rubberized fabric runs everything
A matte, rubberized polyester defines the whole line — the Long Jacket, anoraks, overshirts and waterproof bags all share the same coated surface.
Rainwear stripped to the outline
Silhouettes are clean and unlined, with concealed closures, tonal hardware and muted seasonal colours rather than visible technical detailing.
Now a full outerwear wardrobe
Beyond rain shells, the Danish label makes padded winter outerwear, luggage, footwear and accessories, sold via wholesale and around 30 of its own stores in Europe and the US.
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How Rains fits
Overall fit
runs large
Rains uses unisex XS-XL sizing with an intentionally oversized, boxy cut, so the majority of shoppers report garments wearing at least one size larger than expected.
Tip: Most people size down one from their usual size unless they want a deliberately oversized, layer-friendly fit.
High confidence · based on 18 sources
By category
| Category | Runs | Shape | Size advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shirts & overshirts | runs large | relaxed overshirt cut, squared through the body | Size down if you want it to sit like a shirt rather than a light jacket. |
| Trousers & pants | slightly large | relaxed, straight technical cut designed to go over other trousers | Take your usual size for wearing over trousers, or size down if wearing them alone. |
| Jackets | runs large | boxy, straight, dropped shoulder, unlined | Size down one for a normal fit; stay true to size only if you plan to layer knitwear underneath or want the full oversized look. |
| T-shirts & graphic tees | slightly large | boxy, relaxed jersey cut | Consider your usual size for a loose look or one down for a closer fit. |
| Hoodies & sweatshirts | runs large | oversized, dropped shoulder | Size down unless you want a distinctly oversized silhouette. |
Directional fit consensus summarized from public sources with AI — a starting point, not a guarantee. Confirm with the product's own measurements before buying.
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Rains fit questions
Does Rains run big or small?
Rains runs large. Most people size down one from their usual size unless they want a deliberately oversized, layer-friendly fit. Rains uses unisex XS-XL sizing with an intentionally oversized, boxy cut, so the majority of shoppers report garments wearing at least one size larger than expected.
How does Rains fit?
Rains uses unisex XS-XL sizing with an intentionally oversized, boxy cut, so the majority of shoppers report garments wearing at least one size larger than expected. Overall shape: boxy and relaxed with dropped shoulders.
How do Rains shirts & overshirts fit?
Rains shirts & overshirts runs large. Size down if you want it to sit like a shirt rather than a light jacket. Shape: relaxed overshirt cut, squared through the body.
How do Rains trousers & pants fit?
Rains trousers & pants fits slightly large. Take your usual size for wearing over trousers, or size down if wearing them alone. Shape: relaxed, straight technical cut designed to go over other trousers.
How do Rains jackets fit?
Rains jackets runs large. Size down one for a normal fit; stay true to size only if you plan to layer knitwear underneath or want the full oversized look. Shape: boxy, straight, dropped shoulder, unlined.
Brand facts
Rains is a Danish outerwear and lifestyle label built on a matte, rubberized polyester fabric used across its Long Jacket, anoraks, overshirts and waterproof bags. Design stays minimal: clean unlined silhouettes, concealed closures, tonal hardware and muted seasonal palettes. The range extends to padded winter outerwear, luggage, footwear and accessories, sold through wholesale and roughly 30 owned stores across Europe and the US. Co-founder Daniel Brix Hesselager, who started the company with Philip Lotko, returned as CEO in August 2025 when Steen Borgholm stepped down.
- Founded
- 2012
- Origin
- Aarhus, Denmark
- Made in
- Europe, China
- Price
- $$
- Focus
- Unisex
- Facts checked
- August 2026
- Styles
- Minimalist / Contemporary, Gorpcore / Outdoor, Techwear