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Rainbow Shops

4.2 ★★★★☆ 154 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Hartford, Connecticut

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 (860) 404-9308
  • 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 PM
Saturday 10 AM–9 PM
Sunday 11 AM–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 Rainbow Shops, confirmed in shoppers' own reviews and the store's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

👠 Wide-Width Shoes 9 mentions

“I was able to get my youngest baby some outfits for only 3 bucks a piece and they had her shoes on sale too.”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 154 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

💵 good value 3 mentions

“Love this store, my sister low introduced me to that store and since then I love the clothes affordable.”

From the reviews

I had a great time in here. The woman at the register was great with the conversation while I was checking out and had me feeling so much better than when I arrived because she saw I was having a rough time that day and made me laugh the whole time. She had a great personality.

★★★★★ — Jassmin, Feb 2026

My experience was great, The staff was superb, excellent. They helped me find the perfect outfit. called few stores to find me the right size, gave me some good fashion advice and direction. overall very good customer service. A big shout-out to Yoska, jenny and Temmys all of you were excellent, great job!

★★★★★ — Crystal, Nov 2019

I really love this location. They have a huge selection of really cute clothes. My favorite staff is Maria Aquino. She is the best. If you need help finding a outfit that compliments you perfectly ask for her by name.

★★★★★ — Keisha’S, May 2025

The cashier was extremely helpful n friendly wish i lnew her name so i could let her know how much she is apreciated. Now a day you barely encounter peple willing to help so ty hun

★★★★★ — Natacha, Dec 2020

Excerpts from public Google reviews. Read all 154 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

475 Flatbush Ave, Hartford, CT06106

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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.