FAQs
How does the animation work?
When you use the Para Para webapp, it acts as a shutter in order for the animation to be seen. It does this by skipping frames in a recorded film down to 8 frames a second.
Do I need the webapp?
Yes. We have tried to spin and blink fast to get the same effect, but this way you can record your video and share it on your socials, plus you save your eyes.
How do I use the webapp?
Start by filming your Para Para spinning to the speed of Singing in the Rain. Upload the video to our webapp through your phone or on a desktop. Then adjust when the animation starts and fine-tune the speed of the animation. Once you're happy with the result, you can export it as a GIF or video.
Who made the webapp?
Our webapp was made by iCollect.it Ltd
What size should I get?
Para Para comes in two sizes, both light weight for a full length umbrella.
Para Para 5 in Large. It’s 90cm with a 107cm canopy when opened and weighs 460g. It comes with a scorched maple handle and a gold tip cup that slides up to hold the rib tips.
Para Para 3 in Small. This umbrella is very light and weighs 310g. A slighter shorter length 86cm with a smaller canopy 87cm wide when open. It cuts a very elegant silhouette with a long malacca handle.
Personal note: George the founder is 5’2” and went on the hunt for a full length she could carry with ease when she found this model.
Large and Small side by side
Do you offer servicing?
Each Para Para comes with a lifetime repair warranty. Accidents can happen so if you need to have anything fixed we can offer servicing with our manufacturer for a fee.
How to I care for my Para Para?
As much as we would love to say Para Para can withstand all weather there is a limit to how much wind it can take. Avoid typhoons and if the rain is going horizontal better to stay inside. Always dry your Para Para open before storing away, we like to leave ours in the bath. Follow the folds of the umbrella canopy to keep creases to a minimum. Any marks should be gently washed with washing up liquid and a soft cloth.
What are the shipping costs?
UK shipping is £12
International shipping is available to certain countries. Head to checkout to view prices. Sadly we are unable to ship to the US and EU at the moment.
We do not cover any taxes or surcharges that may be incurred.
Returns and Exchanges
If you wish to return your item it will incur a shipping fee back to us. However if there is an issue with the order we will happily replace it. We can offer exchanges if we have the desired model in stock but return shipping must be paid by the customer.