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Rainbow Shops
2.9 ★★★☆☆ 169 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Alexandria, Virginia
Apparel chain offering fashionable clothing for women, men & kids, as well as shoes & accessories.
Plan your visit
- Size range sizes 14–20 — the store's own stated range, so you know before you drive over
- Extended sizes 4X+ / size 26+ confirmed on the store's own site — not just a "plus section"
- Today see hours ·
- Phone (703) 256-2234
- Website stores.rainbowshops.com
Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12–6 PM |
What's on the racks
What shoppers say again and again
“I found some items at a great price that I have been looking for the past year.”
From the reviews
Absolutely awesome experience. I forget about this store since I rarely visit this shopping center. The selection of clothing is outstanding!!! I loved the assistance of the ladies who were working there last night - friendly and helpful. I found some items at a great price that I have been looking for the past year.
"The store was clean and well organized, with two employees working. One was exceptionally friendly and welcoming, while the other maintained a more serious demeanor. I understand that not everyone smiles nowadays—serving people can be challenging. Overall, great prices and no line.
Plus size bridal & formal at Rainbow Shops
Rainbow Shops 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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