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AKIRA

4 ★★★★☆ 216 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Orland Park, Illinois

Bridal & formal

Women's fashion retail chain for designer dresses, knitwear & denim, plus shoes & accessories.

Plan your visit

  • Personal styling one-on-one styling help mentioned — ask about appointments if you want a whole-outfit session rather than a browse
  • Price shoppers mention finds around $55 — treat it as a feel for the racks, not a promise
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (708) 675-7330
  • Website shopakira.com

Hours

Monday 10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM
Thursday 10 AM–8 PM
Friday 10 AM–9 PM
Saturday 10 AM–9 PM
Sunday 11 AM–6 PM

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

👗 Plus Size Dresses 2 mentions

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👠 Wide-Width Shoes 11 mentions

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From the reviews

The staff was great! More specifically Lori ☺️ She approached me with kindness and found me the most perfect outfit for my birthday party. It was like having a friend with honest opinions to help you out. Truly great. 👍

★★★★★ — Viviana, Jul 2025

Went shopping today for an outfit for the weekend. I am 10 months post partum after having two babies back to back. Words can’t describe how badly I was dreading going shopping with how badly I feel about my body right now.

★★★★★ — Samantha, Apr 2026

Today I had the pleasure of Victoria styling me. Let’s just say she went above and beyond! She deserves all the recognition she was so patient yet so helpful nearly let me try on the whole store! And I ended up leaving with beautiful attire.. Thanks Victoria it was a pleasure to have you as my stylist.

★★★★★ — Lauren, Mar 2026

This is one of my favorite places to shop. They always, always, always, have something cute and unique that you'll have a hard time finding someone else wearing because of the huge selection. One thing I noticed is that they cater to a variety of style tastes.

★★★★★ — Tasha, Jan 2025

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Plus size bridal & formal at AKIRA

AKIRA 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 AKIRA

288 Orland Square Dr Space A02B, Orland Park, IL60462

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Listing verified July 2026 from public business records and shopper reviews. Something out of date? Report a correction. Own this store? Claim your listing — it's free.