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Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups

From bold colorblocked coats to leather-trimmed capes, check out the season's hottest cover-ups for curvy girls.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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Colorblocking Contour

This chic buckled coat uses colorblocking to define the waist, stopping precisely beneath the bust for an empire effect.

Colorblocked buckle-front coat, Dorothy Perkins, $119, dorothyperkins.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Dolman Sleeved Coat

The dolman sleeves and loose silhouette of this coat allows for fun styling. Layer a long sleeved sweater beneath or even elbow-length gloves for a bit of glamour.

Leatherette trimmed toggle coat, Evans, $210, shop.nordstrom.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Peplum Surprise

This coat defines the waist in more ways than one. The belt cinches in, while peplums placed strategically on the side flare outward.

Peplum coat, ASOS Curve, $176, us.asos.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Soft Accents

This tough tweed style is softened up by a sweet bow belt lining the waist and faux fur on the collar.

Textured belted coat with faux fur collar, Dorothy Perkins, $119, dorothyperkins.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Fur-Collared Coat

If you’re busty and have button issues on coats, this wrap style coat is just what you need. The deep-V will allow for breathing room, while the faux fur collar warms the neckline.

Faux fur collar belted coat, H&M, $80, hm.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Fur-Collared Coats

Faux fur collar coat, Betsey Johnson, $400, macys.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Trench Coat Cool

Texture and contrast colors add dimension to your shape. This style uses leather and tweed to highlight and accentuate different parts of your frame.

Leatherette trimmed tweed trench coat, Baby Phat, $149, macys.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Leather Love

Leatherette trimmed coat, ASOS Curve, $158, us.asos.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Shapeless Coat

Accessorize a shapeless coat by belting it with a fab find in your closet. Contrast belts will add personalized styling to your look.

Funnel neck leather trim coat, Calvin Klein, $400, macys.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Favorite Fall Coats

Hooded wrap coat, Roaman’s, $150, onestopplus.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Bold Style

Looking for ways to update your coat selection? Find timeless silhouettes in pop-colored shades like this bold bright classic military style.

Military fleece coat, Roaman’s, $90, onestopplus.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Brighten Up

MIlitary style coat, Eloquii by The Limited, $85, eloquii.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Military Moment

Comfort is key with double breasted coats. Allow for a little wiggle room when it comes to this style since the double layering of fabric will wrap you tight.

Double breasted military coat, Jessica London, $150, onestopplus.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Blanket Coat

Blanket coats are the easiest throw and go piece. It also allows you to pile on the layers beneath.

Blanket buckle coat, MICHAEL Michael Kors, $285, bloomingdales.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups
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Car Coat

The car coat is an essential closet staple. Add this to your wardrobe and you’ll own it forever.

Wool car coat, Eloquii, $85, eloquii.com.

Curvy Girl Style: Favorite Fall Cover-Ups