Every city has its own style code. New York leans on head-to-toe black, L.A. thrives on crop tops year-round, but Chicago? We’ve mastered the balance of cozy and chic — because when the weather flips from sunny to “is that lake-effect wind?” in an hour, your outfit has to work hard.

When I was out shopping the other day, I kept noticing the same looks on repeat. Not in a boring way, but in that “oh, this is the uniform right now” way. These are the pieces real women in Chicago are reaching for — practical, polished, and stylish enough to wear anywhere from brunch in Wicker Park to running errands downtown.

Here are the fall trends Chicago women are actually wearing right now.

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1. The Aritzia Fleece Jumpsuit Set

If you don’t already own one, chances are you’ve seen it everywhere. The Aritzia fleece jumpsuit set is basically the cozy-chic uniform this season. It’s comfortable enough to lounge in but looks elevated enough for a coffee run. Neutral shades dominate, though I have mine in green — because yes, it’s that good.