Hatley: Kids' Raincoat Sizing, Rain Boots and Pyjamas Explained

Hatley is a Canadian family clothing brand best known for printed kids' raincoats, rain boots and umbrellas, along with pyjamas and loungewear for the whole family. The prints, from dinosaurs to florals, are the reason most people shop there.

A good Hatley order comes down to sizing a child for growth and picking the right piece of rainwear for how they play. The print is the easy part.

Sizing a Hatley raincoat

Hatley raincoats are sized by age, but children vary a lot within an age. Use the Hatley size chart with your child's height and chest, not just their birthday.

Many parents size up one so the coat lasts two seasons and fits over a sweater. Too big and the sleeves get in the way on the playground, so one size is usually the limit.

Check the sleeve length in particular. A Hatley raincoat that ends above the wrist lets rain run straight down the arm.

Raincoat, rain set or splash suit

A classic Hatley raincoat covers the top half and suits the walk to school. Pair it with rain boots and your child stays mostly dry.

A rain set adds matching rain pants, and a one-piece splash suit covers everything. Toddlers who sit in puddles are much better served by the splash suit.

Some Hatley rainwear is lined and some is not. A lined coat is warmer for autumn; an unlined one is better in warm spring rain.

Hatley rain boots

Hatley rain boots are rubber with printed designs that often match the raincoats. They are sized by shoe size, so measure your child's foot and leave room for a thick sock.

Handles on the sides of many Hatley boots help small children pull them on alone. Check that feature if independence at the door matters.

Rubber boots do not breathe, so they are for wet days rather than all-day wear.

Pyjamas and family sets

Hatley pyjamas come in cotton and flannel in the same playful prints, with matching sets for adults, kids, babies and even pet bandanas in some collections. Holiday prints are the most popular.

Children's sleepwear is often cut close-fitting for safety, so do not size up as much as you would a raincoat. Check the product description for the fit.

Matching family sets sell out in common sizes before the holidays. Order early if you want everyone in the same print.

Care, returns and shipping

Most Hatley raincoats wipe clean or wash cold on gentle and should hang to dry. Tumble drying can damage the coating, so follow the care label.

Check the current Hatley return window and whether returns are free before buying several sizes to try. Hatley ships to Canada and the US from its own site; confirm delivery times at checkout.

When Hatley prices are lowest

Hatley puts older prints on sale at the end of each season, which is a good time to buy next year's raincoat one size up. Holiday pyjamas are cheapest after the holidays for the following year.

Choosing a Hatley print

Hatley prints are the fun part, and children tend to wear a coat they chose themselves without a fight. Letting them pick from two or three options you are happy with saves arguments on rainy mornings.

Brighter Hatley prints are also easier to spot in a playground or a car park on a grey day. That is a practical reason to skip the muted colours for younger children.

If a coat will be handed down, a neutral Hatley print such as stripes suits a sibling of any taste later.

Hatley umbrellas and accessories

Hatley sells kids' umbrellas in matching prints, often with a clear panel so the child can see ahead. Check the size against your child's height before buying.

Rain hats, mittens and backpacks round out the range. A matching set makes a good gift, but buy the coat and boots first; they do most of the work.

Label every Hatley piece with your child's name. Matching raincoats are common at school pegs.

Hatley raincoats often go on sale once spring rain season ends. Buying a size up at that point is the cheapest way to be ready for the next autumn.

Where the Hatley savings are

Start with the 25% code. On a raincoat, boots and pyjamas together, it gives the biggest saving.

The 15% code is a fallback if the first is refused for your basket. The 10% code is the last resort.

Check at checkout whether sale prints are excluded. A seasonal markdown with no code may still beat full price with a code.

Common questions

Do Hatley raincoats run small?

Fit varies by style. Check the chart and size up one for growth if in doubt.

Are Hatley raincoats fully waterproof?

They are built for rain, but seams and designs vary. Read the product details for each coat.

Can I wash Hatley rain boots?

Rinse them with water and let them dry away from direct heat.