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Cato Fashions

4.5 ★★★★★ 72 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Marion, Illinois

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 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 Dresses 3 mentions

“I made an exchange on a dress that did not work for me and found the perfect dress instead.”

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👖 Plus Size Jeans & Denim 3 mentions

“Very friendly helped me a great deal love that place only place I will get my jeans”

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💍 Accessories & Jewelry 2 mentions

“I don't think they realize when they become a cashier how much of a great asset they become by assisting the customers with choosing outfits to accessories.”

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👚 Plus Size Tops & Blouses 3 mentions

“Shoes and purses to top you off perfectly.”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 72 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💵 good value 4 mentions

“Very friendly helped me a great deal love that place only place I will get my jeans”

From the reviews

I can't say enough about Cato. Great prices and great finds. They have a plus size section and regular section to pick from. They always say hi when you come in. Offer help or a dressing room too. They have watches earring and necklaces to go with any outfit you find. Shoes and purses to top you off perfectly.

★★★★★ — Tricia, Jan 2019

My favorite store. Great prices too. The only problem I've ever had was buying some pants that said they were a size smaller than I usually wear however they were about 2 sizes bigger than I usually wear. That must have been the reason they were marked down so my bad. I should have tried them on.

★★★★★ — Donna, Jan 2022

I haven't been to Cato's for a few months. I always check out the clearance racks first and always find some amazing bargains. I looked for probably an hour and a half, surprisingly; not a single staff working, greeted me or asked me if I needed any help during that entire time. That was a first for me.

★★★★☆ — Alicia, Feb 2022

Very friendly, good prices, and a WONDERFUL selection of cute clothes. Half of the store is plus sized and they also carry petite AND plus size petite. They also carry very cute unique clothes you won’t find anywhere else. Always love shopping here.

★★★★★ — Jackie, Jun 2025

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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.

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Where to find Cato Fashions

2801 Civic Cir Blvd, Marion, IL62959

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