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AKIRA

4 ★★★★☆ 148 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

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 (414) 210-3642
  • 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–8 PM
Saturday 10 AM–8 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 3 mentions

“The dresses are unexplainable, you have to see it to believe them.”

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♻️ Plus Size Consignment & Resale

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👠 Wide-Width Shoes 2 mentions

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From the reviews

If you want something special, this is the place! Ask for Taylor the Stylist she's soooo amazing!

★★★★★ — Debra, Dec 2023

My best friend and I were in there yesterday shopping for her an outfit to wear to an Party and the gentleman that were on the floor which are sales associates every time I enter the store they never speak. They never say welcome to Akira.

★★★★★ — Eboni, Nov 2025

I came into AKIRA today in a rush, trying to find something for my trip to Las Vegas with only a couple of hours before my flight. I had no idea what I wanted, but I was helped by Shanelle—and OMG, she was amazing! Not only did she find me the cutest outfits, but she also got me together so quickly.

★★★★★ — Davina, Oct 2025

I love Akira so much, but I absolutely hate that they made it smaller, selection has dwindled down to almost nothing, no sales section anymore; just a tiny amount of clothing and shoes now. Depressing, it used to have so much, and the selction was way bigger. I still love Akira but I miss my sales. 😭

★★★★☆ — Evie, May 2026

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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

2500 N Mayfair Rd, Wauwatosa, WI53226

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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.