This page is a resource page for things related to a tool that I and many others consider essential, the umbrella. Here you will find a bit of information about the umbrella including a definition, the history, the origins of the word and even a great info graphic that shares the names of all of the parts for you. Finally, you will find a few of my favorite umbrellas with links to more reading about them.
THE WORD UMBRELLA DEFINED
An umbrella can be loosely defined as a canopy to help shield one against rain. They're a tool that is generally designed to be hand held and often are very fashionable. Umbrellas can also shield from the sun but are lesser used in that regard and I think of a parasol as something to be carried to protect from the sun.
HISTORY OF THE UMBRELLA
The basic umbrella was invented over four thousand years ago as a device for protection against the sun. It was the Chinese who waterproofed them for rain protection but it wasn't until the 1900s that the umbrellas which we are familiar with today were invented.
ORIGIN OF THE WORD UMBRELLA
The word umbrella is derived from the Latin word umbra which comes from an ancient Greek word, ombros which means shade or shadow.
OTHER WORDS FOR UMBRELLA
The word brolly is a slang word for umbrella that is often used in Britain, New Zealand, Australia, and South Africa. Other terms for umbrella include bumbershoot and 'bella with the second coined by pop music star Rihanna.
PARTS OF AN UMBRELLA
Yes, all of the parts of an umbrella have a name. Here’s an info graphic for those who are curious about what the various parts are called.
NATIONAL UMBRELLA DAY AND MONTH
Did you know there was such a thing as National Umbrella Day? How about National Umbrella Month? If not, you can read more about National Umbrella Month here and about National Umbrella Day here.
FAMOUS AND INFAMOUS CELEBRITY UMBRELLAS
The umbrella shows up in an endless variety of fictional stories as well as in real life now and historically. Curious about some of the stories tied to celebrity umbrellas? Check out a page of famous celebrity umbrellas by clicking here.
FAVORITE UMBRELLAS
I love a beautiful umbrella with a design that suits the user and I love almost any umbrella that is made by Totes. You can discover more about Totes and Totes umbrellas here.
Though I love the patterned umbrellas, there are times when Totes Clear Bubble Umbrellas are the perfect solution. Walking in a crowd? This umbrella will let you see the way forward clearly. You can learn more about Totes clear bubble umbrellas here.
Alternatively, there is the Rainbrella Golf Umbrella. It is good for keeping you dry and it is good for more than just golf. Learn more about the Rainbrella Golf Umbrella here.
Do you have a favorite umbrella? Do you consider yours an important accessory?
See you
under your
umbrella!
Brenda
Treasures By Brenda
Info Graphic Source: Wikipedia.
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