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The Steel Magnolia

4.4 ★★★★☆ 61 Google reviews · Plus size clothing in Somerset, Kentucky

Bridal & formal Boutique

Open by appointment only, this local shop offers many designer wedding gowns & bridal party dresses.

Plan your visit

Hours

Monday 10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday 10 AM–5 PM
Wednesday 10 AM–5 PM
Thursday 10 AM–5 PM
Friday 10 AM–5 PM
Saturday 10 AM–5 PM
Sunday Closed

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 Steel Magnolia, confirmed in shoppers' own reviews and the store's own info — not guessed from the sign out front.

👗 Plus Size Dresses 83 mentions

“After going to a couple bridal shops in Lexington and finding dresses I liked I went to the steel magnolia and found my dream dress.”

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👰 Plus Size Bridal 16 mentions

“Megan and Lacey are incredibly helpful and they have so much expertise, but they also listen to the bride and make sure that you feel comfortable.”

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🖤 Plus Size Goth & Alt

“Now I’m paying for excess alterations to add corset to the dress in order for it to fit properly.”

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What shoppers say again and again

The things reviewers bring up again and again across 61 Google reviews — with their own words as proof.

🧼 spotless & clean 3 mentions

“Also, the area both inside and outside was spotless!”

🛍️ personal styling help 2 mentions

“After the consultation, my family and I showed up to the appointment we scheduled and lacey had well over 10 dresses picked out for me.”

✂️ alterations on site 7 mentions

“Owner made it sound like just need minor alterations with a seamstress to get it to close properly.”

💵 good value 3 mentions

“And the prices are so affordable!”

From the reviews

If you’re looking for a wedding dress, you’re at the right place. I scheduled a consultation with Lacey (the owner) she sat down with me for about an hour to get an idea of what I’m looking for and of course, our budget.

★★★★★ — Alexis, Dec 2023

The Steel Magnolia is such an amazing place! This was the first bridal shop I visited because I’ve heard so many great things about it, and let me tell you, all of it was true! Both Olivia and Lacy were so kind and wonderful from the moment I walked in to when I walked out.

★★★★★ — Bailee, Oct 2019

I really, really enjoyed my experience at The Steel Magnolia. Making the appt was seamless and the dress fitting was remarkable. I was late to my appt, but Olivia at The Steel Magnolia was completely understanding and patient.

★★★★★ — Tamekka, Dec 2018

This year three of our brides at Warrenwood wore dresses from The Steel Magnolia. They were gorgeous! As just their venue, we can't speak to the customer experience at The Steel Magnolia or the dress pricing, but all three of our brides looked stunning in dresses that were flattering and fit them and their event well.

★★★★★ — Warrenwood, Dec 2021

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Plus size bridal & formal at The Steel Magnolia

The Steel Magnolia 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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Where to find The Steel Magnolia

114 N Main St, Somerset, KY42501

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