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Cato Fashions

4.4 ★★★★☆ 81 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Petersburg, Virginia

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'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.

🕴️ Men's Big & Tall

“Great selection of women's clothing and the ladies working there are super helpful and sweet”

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💍 Accessories & Jewelry 3 mentions

“Cato's is my one-stop shop for finding accessories.”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 81 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧼 spotless & clean 3 mentions

“It’s very neat and clean in the building as well.”

📏 actually stocks extended sizes 2 mentions

“However, I wish they had more items that are my size.”

💵 good value 2 mentions

“As far as Cato as a whole, the prices aren't cheap, but you're getting good quality clothing for your money and you can always find a good deal here.”

From the reviews

Clothes last forever. The best deal on quality clothing. Always have clearance items also. Stunning jewelry!

★★★★★ — Constance, Jun 2026

Beautiful Cato. The staff here are very friendly and willing to help you with anything you need as well as chat with you about fashion, life, and whatever else in on your mind. The store is clean and beautifully decorated.

★★★★★ — Arielle, Jan 2019

I love finding modest apparel. For the most part Cato adheres to these principles. However, I wish they had more items that are my size. I am very small and oftentimes the clothes are way to big for me. Hopefully they start carrying my size.

★★★★☆ — G, Jul 2019

Nice, staff was friendly, and very helpful. I was in a rush, and needed to make a purchase quickly. They helped me find my item in no "time".

★★★★☆ — Pat, Dec 2019

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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

3330 S Crater Rd, Petersburg, VA23805

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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.