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Cato Fashions

4.4 ★★★★☆ 138 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in West 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 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.

💍 Accessories & Jewelry 2 mentions

“I buy most of my clothes here and also jewelry to match.”

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👠 Wide-Width Shoes 3 mentions

“I also like that they carry wide width shoes.”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 138 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

😊 friendly staff 3 mentions

“The staff is helpful and friendly.”

💵 good value 3 mentions

“Good price and fashion for the full figured woman.”

From the reviews

Nice displays and store was clean and organized. Staff was friendly and helpful. My girlfriend found some nice outfits that looked great on her. I enjoyed our shopping experience at Cato's. Great job folk's!

★★★★★ — Joseph, Jul 2022

I buy most of my clothes here and also jewelry to match. The selection is enormous for such a small building so l almost always find something I like when I am here. The prices are beyond reasonable and I get extra super deals from the clearance racks which are almost always full of a great selection.

★★★★★ — Angela, Jan 2023

I have been trying to find a full length slip for months and someone suggested Cato Fashions. They did not have the slip in my size but they checked inventory and found two other Cato stores that carried the item I was looking for.

★★★★★ — Mary, Jun 2026

Loved my visit, The staff was very warm, friendly and accommodating. They make you want to come back and buy., Lol. I had an online pickup that didn't fit, The Associate was very helpful getting my exchange and reorder done. See you Tuesday Cato.

★★★★☆ — Teresa, Sep 2021

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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

2309 Augusta Rd, West Columbia, SC29169

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