Best new spring fashions in Chicago

Favorite 1970s-inspired fashions

Coat

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Imitation suede coat ($60). H&M, various locations.

Skirt

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Back in the day, suede was everywhere: coats, skirts, boots, random fringe. It’s no surprise then, as the boho look returns, suede is having a moment. Hard to imagine wearing it to the office? Pull in a silk blouse, throw on some heeled boots and give this patchworked suede skirt a chance. Patchwork leather miniskirt ($69.90). Zara, various locations.

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Boot

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Shirley OTK in black ($498). Frye, 1007 N Rush St

Shades

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Haskell in pearl horn with toffee ($95). Warby Parker, 851 W Armitage (773-341-2890)

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Top

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Colbalt Betty Top by Just One Answer ($60). Penelope's, 1913 W Division St (773-395-2351)

Jean

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This may seem like a daunting look to tackle, but pair flare jeans with a cute crop top and you have yourself the perfect outfit for a stroll—or skate—around the city. Crop tops aren’t your thing? Try a basic white T-shirt instead. BDG Morrison high-rise flare jean in worn blue ($64). Urban Outfitters, various locations.

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Sandal

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Tashha sandal in natural leather ($99.95). Steve Madden, various locations.

Hat

Big Ticket fedora in camel ($90). Goorin Bros, 1533 N Milwaukee Ave (773-384-4287)

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Top

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Short blouse ($18). H&M, various locations.

Pants

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And then came the years of disco and pantsuits. Why not take a risk the next time you’re out and rock a bold, colored pant with a simple top? If you’re feeling a bit more reserved, ease into the trend with pants in a neutral color. Eloise wide leg trousers in light poppy by Alice + Olivia ($298). Nordstrom, various locations.

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Clutch

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Colored Marble by Molly Virginia Made ($75). Rocky + Luella, 1919 W Chicago Ave (312-754-0987)

Dress

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Pull together a soft lace shift dress with an edgy denim jacket, and you have yourself a look that can quickly shift from casual to formal. Enid swing dress ($148). Anthropologie, various locations.

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