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Cato Fashions

4.3 ★★★★☆ 47 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Columbia, Missouri

Bridal & formal

Chain with stylish apparel for women ranging from junior to plus sizes, along with accessories.

Plan your visit

Hours

Monday 10 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–7 PM
Thursday 10 AM–7 PM
Friday 10 AM–7 PM
Saturday 10 AM–7 PM
Sunday 1–6 PM

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

What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 47 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

😊 friendly staff 3 mentions

“Cato has always had friendly, helpful staff, and great clothes at a reasonable price”

💵 good value 2 mentions

“Cato has always had friendly, helpful staff, and great clothes at a reasonable price”

From the reviews

I came in, like a jerk, 25 minutes before closing because I had very short notice for a job interview the next day. The ladies there were amazing and help me pick out two ADORABLE outfits for $65 total, and I still had 10 minutes left to spare. Thank you, and please give these ladies a raise. They deserve it!

★★★★★ — Kate, Jul 2023

Cheap yet beautiful clothing for both regular and plus size women! The staff is very friendly, I love shopping there.

★★★★★ — Liz, Sep 2016

I liked this store since I am a larger size woman. The staff is very friendly and the clothes seem to last.

★★★★☆ — K, Oct 2013

I love their clothing. Great prices, good fit. Shipping to store is free. Usually arrives in a week.

★★★★★ — Norma, Feb 2023

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Plus size bridal & formal at Cato Fashions

Cato Fashions 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 Cato Fashions

3101 W Broadway, Columbia, MO65203

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