Rainy Weather Gear

So, I am trying to figure out what exactly I want/need to bring with me to Ireland. I know that Ireland is constantly rainy. As our contact at BU said, "It's soul crushing rain."So, I want to have the right clothes hopefully making it just a little less 'soul crushing.'  But, I wasn't really sure what kind of rain gear people in Dublin tend to wear. In my searching around on the internet I found that pretty much no one their wears rain boots. If they are wearing rain boots they're mainly for music festivals and such which are muddy. I probably won't be off at too many music festivals so I think it is safe to leave my rain boots at home. Worst comes to worst I can borrow someone or buy a cheap pair in country.

 Also, europe tends to be more fashionable than american's so they tend to wear wool coats instead of puffy winter parkas and trench coats instead of brightly colored rain jackets etc. . . .  Since, I only have a bright yellow rain jacket. I decided to hunt for a new trench coat. I ended up coming across a beautiful brand new Calvin Klein black trench coat. My grandmother so kindly bought it for me. It's perfect for the weather in Dublin. I sure hope I'm prepared clothing wise for the styles people wear in ireland.

I know when I'm in Ireland I will stand out as an American. I know I will still have my accent and certain mannerisms. But, I would really like for my fashion to fit in with the locals. I'm not sure I want to stand out as an American. But, if I do stand out as an American I want to be dressed nicely and presentably.