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Abernathy's

4.8 ★★★★★ 290 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Davenport, Iowa

Bridal & formal

Vibrant shop for pinup dresses, handmade jewelry, vintage clothing (plus-size items run small) and other unique items, as well as alternative and goth garb.

Plan your visit

  • Price shoppers mention finds around $15 — treat it as a feel for the racks, not a promise
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (563) 650-9463
  • Website shopabernathys.com

Hours

Monday 10 AM–6 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–6 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–6 PM
Thursday 10 AM–6 PM
Friday 10 AM–6 PM
Saturday 10 AM–3 PM
Sunday Closed

Hours can shift for holidays, trunk shows, and private appointments — worth a quick check before a special trip.

What's on the racks

Clothing categories at Abernathy's, confirmed in shoppers' own reviews and the store's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

👗 Plus Size Dresses 3 mentions

“Abernathy’s sells both vintage and new clothing, and it really shines in its vintage and faux vintage dress collections.”

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🖤 Plus Size Goth & Alt 3 mentions

“Quirky, horror/goth-themed store full of unique collectibles, pins, stickers, props, vintage clothing items, and posters.”

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💍 Accessories & Jewelry 3 mentions

“Lots of cool accessories and trinkets, too.”

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👚 Plus Size Tops & Blouses 2 mentions

“The aesthetic is top notch, they have some of the best brands for funky people like me, and the employees are always so kind and knowledgeable.”

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From the reviews

This place is cutting edge eclectic with broad ranging styles and tastes! The whole store gives off a personification of the invidual sort of niche. The salesperson deserves snaps for achieving that right blend of attentiveness for the size of this shop! (I'm Hispanic and, sadly, normally followed around as I shop.

★★★★★ — Nick, Jul 2025

Such an amazing little store. We've been multiple times over the last year or so and there is always something new to see. They have TONS of vintage clothes, alternative brands (Hell Bunny, Foxblood, ect.) and oddities. The staff is very sweet and willinging to help.

★★★★★ — Sarah, Mar 2025

This place is so cool! I've passed it a million times heading to and from work and have always wanted to check it out, so today I finally did. Super friendly staff and a fabulous selection of cute, vintage clothing. Lots of cool accessories and trinkets, too.

★★★★★ — Samantha, Mar 2023

So wonderful to discover this gem of a store in downtown Davenport! Abernathy’s sells both vintage and new clothing, and it really shines in its vintage and faux vintage dress collections. Everything is painstakingly labeled, and reading the clothing tags is an education unto itself. Don’t miss the oddities corner.

★★★★★ — Doctor, Dec 2020

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Plus size bridal & formal at Abernathy's

Abernathy's comes up for plus size bridal and formal wear — confirmed on their own site. Two things to know before the trip. First, bridal shopping is usually by appointment — book ahead, and when you call, ask what size range their try-on samples come in. A shop can order almost any gown in your size, but the sample sizes on the floor decide whether you actually get to see yourself in the dress, and the good plus bridal shops stock samples to try, not just to imagine. Second, plan the alterations timeline: gowns and formal dresses typically go through two or three fittings, so the comfortable window is starting your search around 8–10 months before the date and saying yes to a gown by 6.

Check appointment info on their site

Where to find Abernathy's

432 W 3rd St, Davenport, IA52801

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