Best changing robes 2023: Waterproof towel ponchos and jackets

We cannot rate this changing robe highly enough. Everything about it is *chef’s kiss*. The outer shell is soft and not at all shiny (we like this; you may like a sheen – no judgement here). It’s also fully waterproof and breathable, meaning we’re not a hot, sweaty mess in it if the weather does ever warm up.

The inner fleece in a complementary colour is incredibly soft and fluffy – we were kept warm and dry in all weathers. The long sleeves can be tapered, thanks to Velcro cuffs, and the hood is nice and large, yet adjustable using a drawstring.

As far as keeping the weather out, there’s a full-length storm flap on the two-way zip on the outside. There’s also magnet-closing on the outer pockets to keep them dry. These pockets, by the way, are as deep as you like and incredibly soft. There’s also a small zip-up waterproof pocket on the outside, and another zip pocket on the inside with mesh so you can see what’s in there. And there’s a further open fleece pocket on the inside.

The branding on this robe is subtle too, so we didn’t feel like a walking advert. It’s just all-round brilliantly made and designed, so it had to be our IndyBest.