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The Nest

4.8 ★★★★★ 148 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Providence, Rhode Island

Bridal & formal

Vintage shop featuring plus-size items (some from designers), along with workshops, events and sewing classes.

Plan your visit

  • Alterations on-site alterations mentioned — hems, takes, and tailoring handled where you bought it
  • Price shoppers mention finds around $30 — treat it as a feel for the racks, not a promise
  • Today see hours ·
  • Website thenestpvd.com

Hours

Monday 11 AM–7 PM
Tuesday 11 AM–7 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–7 PM
Thursday 11 AM–7 PM
Friday 11 AM–7 PM
Saturday 11 AM–7 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 The Nest, confirmed in shoppers' own reviews and the store's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

♻️ Plus Size Consignment & Resale 6 mentions

“A curated collection of antique, vintage, and newer thrift items that literally always hits.”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 148 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

✂️ alterations on site 7 mentions

“Great clothing swap events, fun casual shopping, and the in-house tailoring service is so convenient.”

quality pieces 3 mentions

“Their pieces are super high quality though, so if you're looking for legit vintage, good quality clothes, definitely give it a look!”

From the reviews

I went several months back, super cute place and prices were pretty good for the quality of everything. Has fitting rooms, I just didn’t like the white curtains but that may be just me lol. I’ve been wanting to go to a $30 fill a bag day and also check out the tailoring service soon.

★★★★★ — K, May 2025

Great vintage clothing. They also have in house tailoring, which is what brought me here. I bought a vintage coat and the leather straps to hold the buttons snapped. I asked a good friend that sells vintage clothing where I should go for the repair and she recommended this cool spot.

★★★★★ — Paul, Feb 2026

My partner and I worked with Louise for two different wedding outfits. They did an incredible job with our orders, one of which was a rush job that needed to be done within a week! Working with them felt like a collaboration, where they heard our suggestions and made suggestions of their own that best suited us.

★★★★★ — Shaina, May 2025

Super cute, very clean and aestheticly charming thrift shop! There isn't an overwhelming amount of clothes, which is nice, but kind of felt lackluster in comparison to more typical thrift stores with too much to pick from.

★★★★★ — Alison, Apr 2026

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Plus size bridal & formal at The Nest

The Nest 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. Alterations are mentioned on site here, which makes the fitting logistics a whole lot easier.

Check appointment info on their site

Where to find The Nest

272 Carpenter St, Providence, RI02909

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Plus size stores near The Nest

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Rainbow Shops

3.1 ★★★☆☆ 19 reviews

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under a mile away

AKIRA

3.9 ★★★★☆ 32 reviews

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Bridal & formal personal styling helpgreat fitting roomsquality pieces

Women's fashion retail chain for designer dresses, knitwear & denim, plus shoes & accessories.

under a mile away

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