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AKIRA

3.9 ★★★★☆ 32 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Providence, Rhode Island

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 (401) 600-4374
  • Website shopakira.com

Hours

Monday 11 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–8 PM
Thursday 11 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

“An associate helped me select multiple dresses and accessories for a formal function.”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 32 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🛍️ personal styling help 3 mentions

“Fun, friendly, helpful staff from the stylists right down to the cashier.”

🚪 great fitting rooms 3 mentions

“Before I even made it into the dressing room they had outfits in there for me to try!”

quality pieces 4 mentions

“Vinny& Alexis and the rest of the staff are great but some of the quality of the clothing is very poor.”

From the reviews

I love, love, love this place. Tyler & Vinny really go above and beyond to make sure you have what you need and/or get you fly with an outfit if you aren’t even sure where to begin. The ladies are also just as bubbly and polite! The whole crew was really kind and have great personalities.

★★★★★ — ‘Kiia, Sep 2025

This was a fabulous experience! The store was extremely neat and organized. The staff was super fun, knowledgeable, and willing to go out of their way to help. The vibe between the music, and the employees having fun working as a team together was unmatched.

★★★★★ — Heather, Dec 2023

Chantal was incredible - she was so sweet and so attentive . My wife and I had a BALL in here . the music was fantastic, the store was clean . We spent almost 3 hours in here . 10/10 for me, specifically because Chantal was bending over backwards for us!!!

★★★★★ — Hj, Dec 2025

I took my daughter here for a Sweet 16 outfit and must say the customer service was impeccable! Fun, friendly, helpful staff from the stylists right down to the cashier. Vinny was amazing!!!! The music and whole vibe of this store is on point. Stylish, great quality clothing for a great price.

★★★★★ — Christina, 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

One Providence Pl, Providence, RI02903

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The Nest

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Rainbow Shops

4.3 ★★★★☆ 107 reviews

79 Eagle St, Providence, RI

Sizes 14–20

Bridal & formal Extended sizes 4X+ good value

Apparel chain offering fashionable clothing for women, men & kids, as well as shoes & accessories.

under a mile away

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