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AKIRA

4.2 ★★★★☆ 73 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Paramus, New Jersey

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
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (201) 877-4500
  • Website shopakira.com

Hours

Monday 10 AM–9 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–9 PM
Thursday 10 AM–9 PM
Friday 10 AM–9 PM
Saturday 10 AM–9 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 AKIRA, confirmed in shoppers' own reviews and the store's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

👗 Plus Size Dresses 8 mentions

“I wanted a birthday dress and this store did not have it but she helped me order it from another store and get it mailed to me.”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 73 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🛍️ personal styling help 6 mentions

“I came late when the store was about to close and they still patiently helped me find what I needed.”

💵 good value 3 mentions

“HOWEVER, they’re currently running a bonkers sale where they have lots of pretty good deals and some absolutely beautiful and unique things.”

From the reviews

Came here for the first time looking for a birthday outfit for my sister. After not finding anything anywhere we stumbled upon this store and my sister immediately fell in love. We drove about an hour to this mall. Wanted to give a special shout-out to “Z” for helping us out!

★★★★★ — Stephanie, Sep 2021

Sooooo……. It took me a minute to write this review. Ladies and Gentleman you MUST make an appointment for a personal stylist!! This appointment was to celebrate my 55Th Birthday. Jennifer greeted me with an energetic smile and physical excitement - Jennifer say “Relax and keep an open mind”. She was correct.

★★★★★ — Rosa, Nov 2025

Firstly, I do think the prices are a little high for some lower quality items. HOWEVER, they’re currently running a bonkers sale where they have lots of pretty good deals and some absolutely beautiful and unique things.

★★★★★ — Jenna, Sep 2025

I had never visited an Akira store as I always order online....Well!!!! I have been missing the FIRE!! THIS STORE IN PARAMUS IS LIT!! If you like Fashion with an edge, then you must visit! MICHAEL WAS THE ABSOLUTE BEST STYLIST EVER!!

★★★★★ — Latrice, Jun 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

1 Garden State Plaza Blvd #1149, Paramus, NJ07652

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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.