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31 Stylish Plus-Size Outfit Ideas for Fall

Look cute whether you're apple picking, pumpkin carving, or cozying up!

By Jamie Wilson and Macie Reynolds
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When the weather gets cooler and pumpkin spice shows up everywhere, you know it’s time to start slipping into your autumn wardrobe! With all the cozy coats, cute fall hats, and other accessories, it's the perfect season to play around with your style. The outfit options are practically endless when you're layering clothes! But if you're not sure where to begin, let your favorite celebrities be your guide. Hollywood can be a great source of inspiration for plus-size outfit ideas for fall.

For starters, stars like Melissa McCarthy and Amber Riley aren't afraid to break fashion "rules." While many people gravitate towards earth tones when autumn rolls around, these celebs know that bright colors look just as great in the fall. For example, check out Melissa's sunny yellow coat. It's probably a bit brighter than the looks you're used to seeing in October or November, but that's what makes it so special!

Along with your favorite go-to sweater dresses and fall dresses, now is also the time to break out your skirts of all lengths. All you have to do is pair them with some cooler-weather finds like ankle boots or tights to make them seasonally appropriate. Here, we've got outfit ideas for both casual and dressy outings, all designed to make you look good and feel good! One look through this gallery, and you'll have all the plus-size outfit ideas for fall that you could ever need.

1

Leather Wrap Dress

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Kristy Sparow

A wrap dress is a wardrobe staple. And a faux leather wrap dress is perfect for fall—just check out model Ashley Graham's sleek get-up.

SHOP A FAUX LEATHER DRESS

2

Sweater Dress

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Andrew Toth

A great sweater dress is a must-have for fall and winter. Show off your curves like actress Dascha Polanco in a fitted striped style with pointed toe heels.

SHOP A FITTED SWEATER DRESS

3

Autumn Jumpsuit

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Jamie McCarthy

When it comes to one-and-done dressing, there's nothing quite like a jumpsuit. Michelle Buteau's plunging playsuit in a pretty pumpkin spice hue is perfect for dressier fall outings.

SHOP A JUMPSUIT

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4

Statement Coat

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HGL

Fall fashion is all about outerwear. Hayley Hasselhoff's snakeskin coat is anything but boring and just the ticket to jazz up all of your neutral essentials.

SHOP A STATEMENT JACKET

5

Waterfall Coat

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Gilbert Carrasquillo

Get that effortlessly chic look with a stylish waterfall coat. The draped style feels dressy but still laid back and more casual than a tailored jacket.

SHOP A WATERFALL COAT

6

Statement Sleeves

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Astrid Stawiarz

Even if you wear mostly black and white, you can still find other ways to make your look pop. Try taking a cue from Candice Huffine: Her polka dot blouse with ruffled statement sleeves brings the drama.

SHOP A POLKA-DOT RUFFLE SLEEVE TOP

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7

Patterned Pencil Skirt

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Jason LaVeris

A patterned pencil skirt is a great way to show off your curves and it can be styled in so many ways. Tess Holliday paired hers with a white top, black jacket, and strappy silver sandals for a look that works well for work or play.

SHOP A PATTERNED PENCIL SKIRT

8

Denim Shirt Dress

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Amanda Edwards

Natasha Rothwell's denim shirt dress with looks so stylish paired with leggings and fun sneakers, but it would look just as cute with stockings and heels!

SHOP A DENIM SHIRT DRESS

9

Paperbag Pants

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Taylor Hill

With their high rise, ruffled waistline, and loose legs, paperbag pants offer a super flattering fit on hourglass or pear shapes. Barbie Ferreira left hers untied for an edgier look.

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10

Denim on Denim

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The Canadian tuxedo is always in style! Rock the double-denim look like Hayley Hasselhoff by breaking up each piece with a cute tee and oversized belt. You can also mix and match different washes to get the perfect ensemble.

SHOP A LONG DENIM JACKET

11

Turtleneck Dress

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Keep dresses in your wardrobe rotation all year round by finding styles that fit each season. Tess Holliday did this with her dark brown turtleneck sweater dress. For added warmth, throw on some tights underneath and a jacket on top.

SHOP A TURTLENECK DRESS

12

Suede Coat

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We're saying yes to suede this fall! This camel colored coat is a perfect outerwear piece for building an outfit around. Pair it with your favorite sweater for all the cozy vibes. The beret is a lovely cherry on top!

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13

Retro Style

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Retro is all the rage right now! Barbie Ferreira is taking her vintage look to the next level with a satin blouse, structured leather blazer, patterned pants, and a bandana to tie it all together! The color scheme and fabrics are all perfectly fall.

SHOP BANDANAS

14

Color Blocking

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Stefanie Keenan

Whoever said you have to leave the bright colors to spring and summer clothes was wrong. Have some fun this fall like Melissa McCarthy with a bold color-blocked outfit!

SHOP A YELLOW COAT

15

Pattern on Pattern

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Raymond Hall

If there's one thing you can count on for fall fashion, it's that you'll be seeing a lot of plaid. Amber Riley looks so cute in this chic black-and-white plaid coat. It's a dressier way to nail the trend than the usual plaid button-down—and when paired with a colorful striped skirt, it really pops.

SHOP A PLAID JACKET

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16

Jumpsuit

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Bravo

This spotted jumpsuit is so fun, especially with a cute pair of pointed-toe heels like the ones Michelle Buteau is rocking. This pick cinches at the waist to give you a more flattering silhouette.

SHOP A JUMPSUIT

17

Pink Suit

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Jamie McCarthy

Channel your inner '70s-style star like Aidy Bryant did with this glamorous pink suit. Paired with pointed heels, the flared pants create a leg-lengthening silhouette.

SHOP A PINK BLAZER

18

Ruffled Blouse

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Vivien Killilea

Slim leather pants are only made better with this amazing ruffled polka dot blouse! Plus, the tie-neck detail on Dascha Polanco's top is definitely Ree-approved.

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19

Metallics

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Emma McIntyre

Metallic pieces like this pleated skirt and cute purse are a great way to bring some razzle dazzle to your fall outfit. Add some statement-making platform shoes like Meghan Trainor for a head-turning look.

SHOP A METALLIC PLEATED SKIRT

20

Blousy Top

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Vivien Killilea

As any Ree Drummond fan knows, she loves a good blousy top. It would appear that Queen Latifah is also a fan. This stylish tunic adds extra coverage, but because it's sheer, it doesn't overwhelm.

SHOP A BLOUSY TOP

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Macie Reynolds
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Macie Reynolds is the assistant editor of E-Commerce and SEO for The Pioneer Woman.

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