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Harlow + James

5 ★★★★★ 50 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in West Des Moines, Iowa

Big & tall Boutique

Boutique stocked with jeans, coats and dresses in plus sizes, plus shoes, lotions and hats.

Plan your visit

  • Size range shoppers mention sizes 20–24 fitting here, going by their reviews — call to confirm your size is on the racks
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (515) 957-7949
  • Website harlowandjames.com

Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday 10 AM–6 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–6 PM
Thursday 10 AM–8 PM
Friday 10 AM–6 PM
Saturday 10 AM–6 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 Harlow + James, confirmed in shoppers' own reviews and the store's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

👗 Plus Size Dresses 2 mentions

“The sales ladies helped me find a dress for my son's wedding and a new bra.”

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👖 Plus Size Jeans & Denim 5 mentions

“I bought jeans and I get many compliments and I feel good wearing them.”

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💃 Plus Size Formal & Prom

“One side of the store has more casual choices, the other side special occasion pieces.”

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👙 Plus Size Lingerie & Bras 11 mentions

“I purchased a bra that I will be back to purchase in sooooo many other colors too as it is the most composed my bits have ever been.”

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🖤 Plus Size Goth & Alt

“Side quests- Need to get yourself in a corset?”

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♻️ Plus Size Consignment & Resale 2 mentions

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👚 Plus Size Tops & Blouses 3 mentions

“I needed a cute, but nice Christmas outfit, and though I was skeptical, I was hopeful that I might find some kind of sweater that might look somewhat decent on me.”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 50 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

📏 actually stocks extended sizes 4 mentions
💜 body-positive experience 3 mentions

“Shannon and Kelly were so kind, made me feel comfortable and beautiful and got me fitted and helped me pick out 2 gorgeous new bras.”

🛍️ personal styling help 5 mentions

“Shannon and Kelly were so kind, made me feel comfortable and beautiful and got me fitted and helped me pick out 2 gorgeous new bras.”

👙 bra fittings done right 2 mentions

“Stopped in today over my lunch break to get a very overdue bra fitting.”

💵 good value 2 mentions

“In all honesty, support this shop and shop their outlet next door too for some great deals!”

From the reviews

I stumbled in by chance and am so glad. It has been impossible for me to find clothing that fits here in Des Moines. Especially jeans. I want things that are fun, pretty, AND functional. There were a few other shoppers in store but I never lacked attention.

★★★★★ — Ellen, Dec 2023

What can I say? If I could give the galaxy worth of stars I would. You hear about hidden gems of stores every once in a while. Places that are really intertwined with their community and the people on it. Where they know their customers by name and what their favorite color is.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Dec 2025

I am feeling so so empowered finally finding a bra that fits me! Finding a correct fit has always been difficult, but recent weight loss only intensified that. Leaving me feeling so discouraged as I squeezed into a “good enough” fit that would rub my shoulders raw. I have felt so great physically.

★★★★★ — L, Feb 2026

My husband and I were down in Valley Junction for my 40th birthday weekend. My husband saw the sandwich board advertising this boutique. FROM THE MINUTE we walked in, we were so warmly greeted by several employees. The store is beautifully appointed, the clothing was exceptional.

★★★★★ — Sarah, Jan 2026

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Big & tall at Harlow + James

Reviews and the store's own info mention men's big & tall at Harlow + James — extended sizes, longer inseams and sleeve lengths, or a dedicated big & tall selection rather than a single rack. If you need specific sizes (tall lengths, extended necks, wide-width shoes), a quick call ahead saves the trip: stock in the far ends of the size run moves fast, and many stores can order your size even when it's not on the floor that day.

Where to find Harlow + James

417 Maple St, West Des Moines, IA50265

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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.