Circles Boutique carries a water-resistant polyester trench by Nicole Benisti, which has a grey plaid print, a collar, and ties at the waist. Photo by James Kyung

This season, prepare yourself against the elements with a good set of outerwear. Getting around on campus almost certainly necessitates walking or biking outside, so it’s a good idea to invest in some quality, yet stylish pieces that can battle rain, wind and cold. Circles, which recently moved around the corner from its previous Walnut Street location to 114 N. Neil St., Champaign has a great selection of functional yet eclectic fall jackets, boots and accessories that are sure to hold up despite frequent use.

Through October the weather will get cooler, and you’ll need something to cut the wind and fend off moisture. Circles carries a water-resistant polyester trench by Nicole Benisti for $185. It has a grey plaid print, a collar and ties at the waist.

There’s a great line of leather gloves by Skunkfunk, a Spanish line imported to the U.S. for the second time this season. There are long gloves that sell for $50 and short ones for $48. The gloves come in black, yellow and turquoise with button decals near the top.

Most rainboots are unlined and unsuitable for cold weather. The red patent leather boots by La Canadienne have a slightly elevated rubber sole, are 100% waterproof, and are lined with cashmere. They can be worn in the cold, rain and are a great snowboot alternative.