| We are proud to be an 
affiliate of 
 -- click the link above to visit our partner!
 history of Catherines Offering classic career and casual clothing for plus-size women at moderate 
prices, Catherines Stores Corporation has more than 400 stores in 44 states. The 
business fills a much-needed niche by recognizing the fashion needs of women who 
wear sizes 16W to 26W and 28W to 34W, a size range not readily offered. Petite 
lengths in sizes 16WP to 26WP are also available in over half of the stores.
 
 The business originated in Memphis, in 1960, with a single store owned by 
Catherine Weaver, whose goal was to bring style to the plus-size market. As the 
concept became successful, more stores opened throughout the South. In 1960, a 
group of investors bought the chain, then called Catherines Stout Shoppes, and 
formed Catherines Inc.
 
 Growth continued, and by 1980 the company had opened its hundredth store. 
Catherines Inc. went public in 1991, becoming Catherines Stores Corporation. In 
January 2000, Charming Shoppes, Inc. acquired Catherines Stores Corporation.
 
 Catherines Stores Corporation prides itself on being a company for women and 
managed by women. It has always strived to provide outstanding customer service 
in a comfortable store environment. Sales associates are specially trained to 
anticipate the needs of the customer and always put her first.
 
Happiness depends upon ourselves. Aristotle
 |  | 
	
		
			| <Navigation> |  
			| 
			Search!
 |  
			| 
 |  
			| <Related 
            Areas> |  
			|  |  
			| 
 |  
			| <Main Menu> |  
			|  |  |