He estimates you can spot “10 in half an hour” on Hove seafront, but the best place he saw a Dryrobe was outside Waitrose.

Like the Ugg and the Croc before it, the Dryrobe is a divisive piece of clothing, inspiring ire but continuing to grow in popularity. There are two generous external zipped hand-warmers and two external deep patch pockets with Velcro closure as well as an internal zipped pocket for valuables such as your keys and phone. Sherpa-lined and resistant to water and wind’s cold grasp, fresh and saltwater is no match for the zip on this Hydron robe, making sure rust and water damage are avoided at all costs. So, grab a paddle, hop on your SUP board, and embark on a journey of wellness and discovery on the water. A robe that’s highly rated amongst sport and adventure enthusiasts, Seashell has built a changing robe that is practical and stylish.

While its nylon fabric is made from recycled plastic bottles, its real USP is its kangaroo-esque double front pouch – two roomy front pockets for easy access and for storing valuables.

This is fairly bulky but could pass for a coat and could easily be worn to swim straight from the school run.Cosimac's long-sleeved change robe is waterproof and weatherproof and comes with one of the cosiest fleece linings we’ve tried. The inner lining of the upper torso and legs is a microfibre towel, which is perfect for drying off. PRACTICALITY: A snug fit which can go either way in terms of whether it’s what you want – feels less bulky as a coat, but the raglan sleeves, tighter armpits and slim fitt means there’s not enough room to swing a bra.