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Emma's Elegance Bridal and Prom

4.8 ★★★★★ 39 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Kankakee, Illinois

Bridal & formal Boutique

Plan your visit

Hours

Monday 10 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 12:30–7 PM
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 10 AM–12 AM
Friday 12–7 AM, 11:30 AM–12 AM
Saturday 12–7 AM, 10 AM–7 PM
Sunday Closed

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 Emma's Elegance Bridal and Prom, confirmed in shoppers' own reviews and the store's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

👗 Plus Size Dresses 44 mentions

“Candy was very patient, kind & took her time to get to know our bridal party to pull dresses she thought would fit our different tastes.”

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👰 Plus Size Bridal 21 mentions

“Candy was very patient, kind & took her time to get to know our bridal party to pull dresses she thought would fit our different tastes.”

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💃 Plus Size Formal & Prom

“They have homecoming dresses, veils, tiaras, guest books, accessories, shoes and more!”

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💍 Accessories & Jewelry 7 mentions

“I loved the environment for trying on dresses, exploring options and finding the right accessories.”

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👠 Wide-Width Shoes 3 mentions

“They have homecoming dresses, veils, tiaras, guest books, accessories, shoes and more!”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 39 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💜 body-positive experience 2 mentions

“She truly listened to what I had been through and made me feel comfortable right away.”

👗 great dress selection 2 mentions

“I found the perfect dress for for my event and felt free to take my time in finding the right choice.”

✂️ alterations on site 2 mentions

“She also went above and beyond by making sure I was connected with a seamstress and even helped set up my appointment before I left.”

💵 good value 2 mentions

“Large selection of gorgeous, affordable dresses.”

From the reviews

At first when I arrived I was skeptical but once I got inside, I was greeted by Marylan. She was SO sweet and nice. The dresses were beautiful! The next time I came in, my mom was with me. She was a bit titter totter but she lightened up. I am SO happy I am getting my wedding dress from here.

★★★★★ — Lauren, Sep 2024

Beautiful and whimsical Bridal beauty awaits you on your visit here! The atmosphere and vintage look is delightful! Our entire wedding party was made to feel welcome as we help select gowns for our bride to be to try on. The prices are very reasonable and the service was impeccable!

★★★★★ — Alex, Jul 2025

Candice was amazing! I came to look at dresses for the first time, not knowing what I wanted & walked out with my wedding dress. She was sweet, extremely accommodating, enthusiastic, and took every bit of feedback to pull the right dresses and land me in my gorgeous gown.

★★★★★ — Paris, Aug 2025

What a wonderful, thoughtful, and beautiful experience! Candice serves her brides with the greatest kindness and grace, she loves what she does, and she gives all the glory to Jesus from the moment you walk in 🤍 My mother, my maid of honor, and I felt very welcomed throughout.

★★★★★ — Maggie, Oct 2025

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Plus size bridal & formal at Emma's Elegance Bridal and Prom

Emma's Elegance Bridal and Prom 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 Emma's Elegance Bridal and Prom

5867 W 1000 N Rd, Kankakee, IL60901

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