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Cato Fashions

4.9 ★★★★★ 12 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Columbia, South Carolina

Bridal & formal

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

Plan your visit

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 12–6 PM

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

From the reviews

I wanted a below-knee length cover-all to wear over a t-strap dress...Cato's had it!!! I bought a pretty, colorful sheer w/quarter- length sleeves & slits on the sides.

★★★★★ — Sandra, Jun 2025

Always enjoy shopping at Cato Fashions Love the ladies that worke there . My sister and I Stay in there at least 2 to 3 hours trying on outfits.

★★★★★ — Mellissa, Feb 2024

Love to stop in and check out the clearance items. NEVER dissatisfied! Found a green blazer just as I wanted.

★★★★★ — Erica, Feb 2024

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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

470 Town Center Pl, Columbia, SC29229

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