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Rainbow Shops

4.2 ★★★★☆ 95 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Chicago, Illinois

Bridal & formal Extended sizes 4X+

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 (773) 731-8369
  • Website stores.rainbowshops.com

Hours

Monday 10 AM–8 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–8 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–8 PM
Thursday 10 AM–8 PM
Friday 10 AM–9 PM
Saturday 10 AM–9 PM
Sunday 10 AM–6 PM

Hours can shift for holidays, trunk shows, and private appointments — worth a quick check before a special trip.

What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 95 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧼 spotless & clean 5 mentions

“Store was clean and organized and had some of the best fashions I have seen since shopping in NYC.”

💵 good value 3 mentions

“The store is fine for last-minute items or inexpensive clothes.”

From the reviews

Cons..... 1. Long lines at times 2. After putting everyone on to the Plus Size booties years ago on Social Media can’t seem to be find any in the store the lasts two time I was in there. 3. Most items particularly for Plus Sizes is online. Pros.... 1.

★★★★☆ — Sabrina, Aug 2021

This Rainbow has friendly staff, a great selection of clothes, shoes and underwear... Even the plus size section was fully stocked. There is easy street parking and it's close to the bus stop. The only bad thing was... There are No changing rooms!

★★★★★ — Monie, Jun 2022

Best Rainbow store I have ever been in. I will recommend shopping here the staff was super friendly. Store was clean and organized and had some of the best fashions I have seen since shopping in NYC. Love this store.

★★★★★ — Nicole, Mar 2023

The store is fine for last-minute items or inexpensive clothes. My daughter is 12, very tall (5'9), then frame, and the jeans and jogging pants fit perfectly. I have to help her find age-appropriate clothes.

★★★★☆ — Robin, Apr 2024

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 95 reviews →

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.

Check appointment info on their site

Where to find Rainbow Shops

9052 S Commercial Ave, Chicago, IL60617

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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.