The best plus size stores in Connecticut
Ranked by the shoppers who actually try things on — Google rating weighted by review volume, across 15,985 reviews of Connecticut stores. Minimum 25 reviews to qualify, true plus size clothing stores only, one location per chain, and nobody pays for a spot. Updated 2026.
#1 Clothes Mentor South Windsor, CT
4.4 ★★★★☆ 413 reviews · South Windsor, CT
Resale clothing chain stocking pre-owned brand-name apparel, shoes & accessories for women.
“I went in today looking for some new spring wear. The staff were very friendly and helpful. However, they have changed the layout of the store. The short sleeve shirts are on a bot…” — Liz
#2 DXL Big + Tall
4.5 ★★★★★ 308 reviews · Milford, CT
Retail chain for men's casualwear, brand-name suits & shoes in a wide selection of larger sizes.
“Ari the sales associate was excellent. She helped with color and size choices. Very honest. Recommended local tailor for alterations.” — Brian
#3 Citi Trends
4.3 ★★★★☆ 290 reviews · Hartford, CT
Retail chain selling brand-name streetwear at a discount, plus accessories, shoes & decor items.
“💕 clothes here are hard to say no to lol everytime your done looking at that shirt that's 🔥 you turn and see that fresh pair of jeans to match it!! They go beyond just clothes th…” — Heather
#4 Torrid
4.4 ★★★★☆ 175 reviews · Manchester, CT
Women's clothing chain known for its trendy plus-size cocktail dresses, jeans, lingerie & footwear.
“The customer service representative was awesome. Very informative. He helped my daughter with sizing of pants. Told her that online sells pants that are made for petite (short) peo…” — Bonnie
#5 Lane Bryant
4.4 ★★★★☆ 129 reviews · North Haven, CT
Women's clothing chain with fashionable plus-size clothing, lingerie, shoes & accessories.
“I love Lane Bryant… I just recently had weight loss surgery (My first weight loss surgery was June 8th 2021) I had some complications from the surgery. So I was in the hospital for…” — Cassandra
#6 Rainbow Shops
4.2 ★★★★☆ 157 reviews · Manchester, CT
Apparel chain offering fashionable clothing for women, men & kids, as well as shoes & accessories.
“This Rainbow's by far is the best I've experienced yet,compared to other ones that aren't welcoming. All the employees are personable and have good energy. I especially had a nice …” — R.
#7 Big Deals Plus Size Consignment
4.6 ★★★★★ 35 reviews · Cromwell, CT
Consignment shop featuring plus sizes, jewelry and women's clothing, plus friendly staff.
“If you haven't checked it out & you're a plus size woman you owe it to yourself to check it out. Finding plus size fashions in most consignment shops is a crap shoot but this shop …” — Debra