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Cato Fashions

4.5 ★★★★★ 104 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Gardendale, Alabama

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–3 PM
Sunday 1–6 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 Cato Fashions, confirmed in shoppers' own reviews and the store's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

👖 Plus Size Jeans & Denim 2 mentions

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 104 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💵 good value 2 mentions

“Good prices Great sales and pretty clothes small and big sizes”

From the reviews

I enjoy shopping at the Cato's in Gardendale, Al; however my experience this evening was as great as it used to be. My grand I walked in, no one said, "Welcome to Cato's" fifteen minutes later some small young CAUCASIAN female walks up close to me and asked if I needed any help, my answer was yes I did 15 minutes ago.

★★★★☆ — Tessa, Jan 2019

Cato is a great place to shop. I can always find a deal here. They have a great selection of beautiful clothes in a variety of sizes and really pretty low cost accessories. It is the perfect place to shop if you want to add some great seasonal items to a basic wardrobe.

★★★★★ — Elizabeth, Mar 2019

Great selection of clothing on sale for end of the summer. All collection already starting to come out with their Halloween attire Customer Service was excellent. I wish there was one in Franklin Tennessee.

★★★★★ — Melissa, Aug 2025

Friendly service. I feel so much better when I walk in. Even though I am the big girl, the clothes dont look like cloth. Well thought of selections and style

★★★★★ — Ella, Aug 2022

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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

655 Fieldstown Rd, Gardendale, AL35071

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