4 Fab Fall Pieces to Pump Up Your Style
You don’t need a huge closet full of clothes to look fabulous this fall. The secret to a chic wardrobe is having a few key pieces that are flexible, comfortable, and totally on-trend. I’ve partnered with Christopher & Banks to show you what I mean.
Here’s what you need to create a stylish fall wardrobe that works.
Anchor Your Wardrobe With A Little Black Dress
Every woman needs a go-to dress in her closet that she can wear just about anywhere. This classy Ponte knit dress is it! Think of this dress as a blank canvas. There are so many ways to change your look by simply adding different jackets, sweaters, jewelry, and accessories.
The best part is that Ponte is soft and comfy. It stretches with your shape and follows your curves. The hip way to wear a knit dress this fall? With a colored faux leather jacket and a long, slimming scarf.
Pop on a Poncho
Express your creative side with a pretty poncho. This 70’s inspired piece has an artsy bohemian vibe. You can wear it as a statement sweater, or layer it over a blouse or top. Gray + burgundy is such a striking color combination, and so on point at the moment.
Pair this look with Ponte pants or leggings or even jeans. It’s the perfect thing to wear when you are running around on the weekend doing errands or visiting friends.
Accent with an Animal Print
Now and then you need a great print to spice things up. This alluring leopard top will make your wardrobe exciting and fun.
Pair it with black Ponte leggings, flats, and a faux leather jacket. The beauty of this top is that it captures the animal print trend without “roaring too loudly”. It’s trendy but sophisticated, and the V-neck is slimming.
Look Cool and Confident in Leather
The best way to give your wardrobe a modern edge is to mix in leather or faux leather jacket.
Black leather can look heavy and drain you, but a pop of color adds warmth and makes you look vibrant and youthful. Choose a richly colored jacket that is soft and lightweight, and wear it with an interesting statement blouse to look updated and chic.
I’ve been featuring clothing from Christopher & Banks, a brand I was recently introduced to and really like. Its mission is to make women of all sizes feel as good as they look.
Christopher & Banks:
- Has 533 stores across the country and is proud to serve REAL WOMEN.
- Offers Missy and Petite sizing that ranges from 4-16. They also have Plus sizes for women sizes 14-24W. All this is under one roof!
- Are staffed by personal shoppers who can help fit every woman and occasion.
- Have an online store if you prefer to shop from home.
Christopher & Banks offers style and value every day!
To shop any of the clothes in this post be sure to visit Christopher & Banks.
This is a Fabulous After 40 Sponsored posts I was paid/received a product for this sponsored post. All opinions are mine.
Just found your blog! I shop at Christopher & Banks and love their clothes.
I like the Little Black Dress outfit best.
I love that teal jacket; the color is fantastic.
I like the LBD outfit – classic with a twist!
I like the Accent with an Animal Print outfit Thanks
I love the animal print shirt – the white background and faux leather jacket soften it.
I would love to update my wardrobe!
I love this outfit! The jacket is such a beautiful color. But I also love how the whole company is put together. I could not have done this myself.
I like black pants and a leather jacket!!!!
Love Christopher & Banks…and always appreciate your style tips!
I love this!
I love the black leggings with the blue jacket.
I love this outfit!
Cute outfits with the leather jackets
I like the tan jacket and black pants outfit.
I could see myself in the cool leather outfit. I may go to my local store to get it!
My favorite is the outfit with the blue jacket. That is my color as I have white hair.
Cute! Great combos
I love all the outfits shown. This is a great site.
I like the cool & confident in leather outfit.
I like the first and third one. I love the give away outfit as well.
I selected the blue jacket, animal print top, and black leggings as the giveaway because that’s what I thought my readers would like best. ( I like it best) It looks like I was right. We’ve had a lot of yes votes for that one. We’ll be picking a lucky winner soon! Cheers, Deborah
Some great outfits! Love the poncho outfit best.
How can you lose with the Little Black Dress?
Hi Debbie, I have to say that the black dress is fabulous. It is a Ponte knit, so it is very comfy, and the style and cut are superb! This is a dress I know I will get a ton of wear out of. Cheers, Deborah
I really like the little black dress with the faux leather jacket, very cute and I could even wear it to work!
I like the Accent with an Animal Print
I like the fourth (tan jacket) and last pictures (teal jacket).
I love the blog and I have used lots of the tips. I also love CJ Banks. The “pop in poncho” is really cute.
I like the cool in leather outfit.
I most like the animal print outfit. Thanks.
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I like the outfit with the leather jacket the most. I would love to own a leather jacket like that to mix in with items I already own.
After seeing your review of this outfit earlier in the week, I planned to visit our local store later this week! Would love a chance to win!
Love the jacket from Christopher & Banks! So cute-I’d love to win and the rest of the outfit!
Love your blog, it is so helpful for us “over 40” ladies. Thanks for your commitment to making us all feel wonderful!
Great website with lots of great ideas! So glad I found it!. I love the very versatile black dress.
Love your blog. Your ideas are so helpful. Love the pairing with Christopher and Banks.
Love this site!
I like the leggings,and the animal print top,
What a great give away!! Love Christopher & Banks I like the animal print top with the leggings.
Love the black dress
I love all these looks and would wear all of them. Thanks for the great ideas!
My favorite is the knit black dress, but I like all of the outfits!
This is a wonderful giveaway! Thank you, especially for making it available i plus sizes! I hope I win, that jacket is gorgeous!
Love the Accent with an Animal Print
I really like the knit black dress and the leather outfit. The giveaway outfit would be perfect for job interviews.
Love all of the looks, but mostly the little black dress!
You look gorgeous in all of them! I especially love the poncho outfit.The colors are so pretty and it looks so cozy.
These looks are just my style.
ACHOR YOUR FALL WARDROBE WITH A LITTLE BLACK DRESS!
I love all of these outfits!!!
I am loving the camel color leather jacket! It is sexy! And classy!
I love the black dress. Very versatile!
I am definitely going for a leather jacket who knew colored leather could look so nice.
I love a touch of animal print to pop an outfit!
I would so wear that colorful leather jacket (makes my blue eyes bluer)! The jewelry and rest of the outfit are cute, too, trendy without being little-girlish. Going to C&B to check out their line.
Hi B,
That is a gorgeous shade of blue, and it looks so striking with gray. I always find a pop of color like that up near your face adds energy and makes you vibrant and with it! Send me a photo of you in your new jacket. I’d love to see it. Cheers, Deborah
I have to add another comment. The young model is very pretty, but actually Deborah, I think you look better in the outfit!
Sharon, that is so sweet of you to say. Thanks for the lovely compliment. Cheers, Deborah
OK, you’ve done it. I am going to get a leather jacket in a bright color! I can see how it’s so versatile through many of your segments. I guess it’s a staple.
Hi Sharon, a leather jacket really is a good staple. It’s like a great blazer, but more modern. Plus, it can be worn with anything. Cheers, Deborah
I’ve been a CJBanks/Christopher & Banks customer for many years. They have great clothes that follow trends, but give you choices appropriate to your “real life”. They also have great scarves and jewelry. I’ll be checking out their shoes collection next!
I love the styles that you have been showing.
The black Ponte pants would be great.
Tres Chic!
Hi Nan,Those ponte pants are wonderful. They fit like a glove and so soft too! I love wearing them.
Thank you! I just started a new job and must look business dressy. I’ll shop at Christopher and Banks soon.
I love the teal jacked with an animal print tunic. CB is my favorite place to shop.
Cute outfit!
The faux leather jacket is perfect for chilly fall days that turn warm in the afternoon. Combining
that with the statement tunic, ponte pants and flats make for a very stylish as well as comfortable outfit. I love that Christopher & Banks also carries petite!
I love the way you changed up the feel of the LBD!
I’m headed over to the website to look for it right now!
Suzanne
Hi Suzanne, That dress is a fantastic find. It’s well cut and I love that it has sleeves. You could do a million things with it. This is the kind of dress that is so versatile you really feel you get your money’s worth. It’s a great wardrobe staple. Cheers, Deborah
Love the teal jacket!
i liked the leather jacket over jeans. i’m most comfortable in jeans for almost every day, and the jacket and print blouse makes it look sharp.
Love the outfits! Very classy for those of us caught in the middle of youth and lets say old age.
I like the third one best – animal print top and tan leather jacket.
I’ve gone crazy over animal prints this year. Can’t get enough! Need more!
Love the animal print v-neck.
I love the black Ponte leggings, flats, and a faux leather jacket with the animal print top. Christopher & Banks is my favorite store for clothes and accessories.
Wow! Pretty clothes – I’ll have to check out their website.
The black legging pants look sharp on any figure.
Love the blue jacket with black-white animal print. So chic.
Slimming leggings? Sign me up!
I love the black dress, leather jacket and long scarf! VERY sharp!
I love the looks you put together with the stylish pieces from Christopher & Banks.
I love the Petite Zebra Jacquard Tunic
Love these looks!
Christopher & Banks is one of my favorite stores. Would be awesome to win.
‘Love this Ensemble! Very Stylish!
I love the Teal jacket.
Cute clothes!
I like the black dress outfit , a dress for every occasion
Teal jacket, leggings and leopard top.
The Teal Jacket is very nice.
I love the teal jacket. I want one.
I love them all, but if I have to choose, I pick the Look Cool and Confident in Leather. Love how the three pieces coordinate.
Love the Teal Jacket and accessories!
great basic pieces to build a wardrobe around
I love the prize outfit! Keeping my fingers crossed…
I have loved Christopher Banks for a long time now. Love the teal jacket in the giveaway outfit!!
I love the animal print shirt with the blue jacket!
I love, love, love the tunic!
I Love Christopher & Banks. I have been shopping there for years. They have a wonderful Friends and Family sale each year. I buy my Mother and my Mother-In-Law an outfit there every Christmas. Love this Store! My favorite is the little black dress- scarf…and jacket just Beautiful!
Love these outfits!
I love the outfit that you are giving away. The jacket and top are great!!
I love the teal jacket!
I would love to have the tan jacket with the black pants. Thank you for the entry.
These outfits are so cute. I would love to have one. Thanks.
Love the entire outfit.
I love the poncho!
You are so right on all points. In addition to these must-haves I would add a denim button-up and a black pencil skirt! Also, I must add, you are looking fabulous in these pics, Deborah!
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I love the beautiful outfits and color combinations!
I love Christopher and Banks outfits!!
Love the teal jacket :)
I like the accent with an animal print. The blue jacket is beautiful!
I love the teal jacket. Christopher & Banks has so many fashionable pieces of clothing and accessories.
Great advice about keeping black from being too draining and heavy! I think the poncho would look great with leggings too.
I like the tan jacket with black pants
My favorite outfit is actually the one that is being given away. Love it!
I love your site and thank you for telling me about Christopher &Banks I will check them out!
I already have a sleeveless black pointe knit dress and that was great to see a new way to carry it over into fall.
I LOVE the outfit with the blue jacket because of the pop of color. All the outfits are fantastic!
I like the black dress
love getting your emails and seeing all the awesome styles — !!! Inspiring for a hard working woman in need of several updates, with everything! Thank you!
I love Christopher and Banks! That teal jacket is amazing.
Thanks for the inspiration!
The leopard print top with turquoise jacket for sure.
Just saw this store, Christopher and Banks, for the first time in Georgia. I was curious about it. Now I know! Thanks for sharing.
Great outfits! I am inspired!
I love these looks in outfits, except for the faux leather jacket. I would gladly pay for genuine leather, but I wouldn’t say I like anything fake. The companies are adorable!
I love black pants and a leather jacket!
I love Christopher and Banks, and the leopard top is beautiful!
I loive the tan jacket with the black pants
I love to shop at Christopher and Banks!
Wow…fabulous style tips in this post. I love the dress and cloak!
I love the animal print top and leggings. I agree that a black dress is an essential item too … for any season!
These are fantastic pieces to begin wearing in the new season. I would love to win them!
I love the tan jacket with black pants
Pretty outfits!
I love the teal jacket—great punch of color.
I like the first outfit with the little black dress and the faux leather jacket.
This is the second Canadian website today with a U.S. product giveaway to U.S. residents only! I am not so happy about this. I love to find Canadian blogs and hope to see products I can buy in Canada. Insert sad face here…..
I NEED this!
I love the tunic!
I like all the outfits you are wearing, but I am sad that the contests usually exclude Canadian viewers.
I love the leopard tunic outfit!
I love that animal print top! That is very much my style.
How about a Canadian giveaway?
I like the black dress in the first photo!
I’m so glad I found your blog. At 48, I’m starting to get out of my boot-cut yoga pants and into fabulous style. I love what I’m learning from your blog. Xoxo :-)
I used to shop at C & B all the time. I never knew they were still around. I love the outfit!!
I love everything I have from Christopher banks. The clothes look so lovely and wear so well.
They also fit me better than any other clothes. I love the choices.
Absolutely love the Faux leather jacket with the black leggings! Especially the sea blue leather jacket from Christopher and Banks!! Perfect fall attire for looking elegant and stylish.
Love these outfits! Wonderful colors!
Thank you sooooo much for all your fashion tips and advice!!