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Rainbow Shops

4 ★★★★☆ 160 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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"
  • Price shoppers mention finds around $5 — treat it as a feel for the racks, not a promise
  • Today see hours ·
  • Phone (412) 481-5926
  • 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–7 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.

👗 Plus Size Dresses 3 mentions

“This is the best place to shop for dresses at an affordable price.”

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👠 Wide-Width Shoes 5 mentions

“OK so I had no business in the store today but I wondered off to it after I got my nails done next-door I came in and I saw that the boots were half off.”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 160 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🚪 great fitting rooms 6 mentions
💵 good value 5 mentions

“This is the best place to shop for dresses at an affordable price.”

From the reviews

Staff old and new are great and down to earth. It’s located on the South Side of Pittsburgh. I e been shopping here since the doors open. Now it’s a last minute move for me a shirt, earrings, clutch, or something for the kids you can find what you need for low low prices.

★★★★★ — Shine, Oct 2019

There is always a great choice of clothing. It's stylish but very reasonable. The racks are packed, but space is limited. I found tops and bottoms for $3. I unfortunately did not pack everything, so I needed a few changes of clothes at a bargain price.

★★★★★ — Karen, Jul 2023

Absolutely LOVE this store. The employees are super nice and helpful. This is the best place to shop for dresses at an affordable price. They also have great deals on off brand perfumes and jewelry. When I need a new outfit to add to my wardrobe and are strapped for cash, this is the place I go.

★★★★★ — Tonya, Mar 2024

Every year when I come to Pittsburgh to see my family. Rainbow is one of my go to for children's coats for our coat drive at my church in Maryland. The manager Tanisha Cross and the staff (Lucky, Precious) was so friendly and helpful to the customers. Excellent customer service.

★★★★★ — Marcus, Jul 2023

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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

2007 Wharton St, Pittsburgh, PA15203

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