The Davek New York Umbrella Collection

Having seen umbrellas practically disintegrate when encountering the slightest gust of wind, we were slightly skeptical of Davek's claim that they make "the world's strongest, high quality umbrellas." But one try and the reinforced-frame system on their compact and full-size models instantly made believers out of us. We are particularly fond of the golf umbrellas, which can handle gale-force winds thanks to their vented construction and have a convenient spike in the bottom to keep it anchored while you swing. The company not only stands behind their product with a lifetime guarantee, but they also offer a half-price replacement if you lose the one you purchased, because they know this is one umbrella you are not going want to let get away.

The Davek Elite is a modern take on the classic cane umbrella, perfectly fitted for both everyday use and formal occasions. This umbrella features a soft, top-grain leather handle, elegantly stitched with zinc accents as well as a beautiful "waterfall" dome-shaped canopy. Its flexible wind-tension frame system resists inversion in strong winds.