After receiving the most beautiful umbrella in the world, this was probably the first time in my life I was looking forward to going out on a rainy day. Not only is it aesthetically perfect, it's durable and practical. You can shut and open it without any issues, which is the biggest concern I have with most umbrellas. While it's true the price is a bit hefty (at least for an umbrella), who can resist representing the Imperial Innovator (Prince) wherever we go, even in the rain, purple or otherwise?