Dear Prudence Orlando - Orlando, Florida

Jen B

Always really cool and unique pieces! The owner is very sweet. If you’re looking for unique jewelry or clothes, give it a visit. 🙂

Maggie

I have to assume the snobby lady at the register was the owner. She sells new and used items, which I support, however she has a hangup about calling her store a thrift store or her vintage, used items, second hand. It’s no wonder you had no business while the neighboring store was booming. They embrace giving beautiful used items a new home and you’re embarrassed to admit you even have second hand I.e. used items for sale in your store. You got frustrated with my question and asked me what I was looking for, rhetorically I might add, because then you advised that I should just go to the Lovely Boutique down a door or two. Lady, I came from there and was delighted with all of their merchandise. I was out shopping for a birthday gift and your attitude stunned me to the point I decided I was not giving you my business. I could tell you saw that by the look on my face. I’ll be sure to not cross your threshold again.

Vanessa Gray

Mothers and their children are not welcome here. I don’t ever write negative reviews of local businesses, but I brought my two daughters (6 and 3) to shop on our Saturday morning out. We live in the neighborhood and always get breakfast at P is for Pie (highly recommend) wander through the shops (such as the aptly named The Lovely next door, highly recommend).

My oldest loves gems and crystals and has been begging to allow me to bring her to Dear Prudence to shop as she has been looking in the windows for months as we pass by. I gave my daughters a pep talk before we entered about being respectful and not picking up anything without permission from me (the middle aged female employee heard me as the door was propped open). She referenced my speech as she followed my daughter around the store the entire time.

My aspiring geologist and jewelry loving 6 year old daughter was admiring the varieties of gems and crystals and I had told her that she would be allowed to pick some out to make jewelry with.

The middle aged brunette woman in the store was anything but welcoming to me and my children. She followed us around within arms reach at every moment, I’m not sure if she was worried we were going to steal something or somehow break the stones () but she was tailing us closely while at the same time not offering any customer service assistance.

Eventually after some shopping my daughter was narrowing down her selections and the woman came up to me and said that if we “weren’t going to buy anything, we should leave” since my daughters were “making her nervous”. She also said I should come back and shop when I don’t have the children with me. I have never been treated in such a way in my life. My daughter left in tears not understanding why we had to leave when I had promised her she could buy something from the store.

I am not sure if the woman was the owner of the store, but she definitely seemed like it based on her concern about my daughters possibly touching any of the items for sale. We are not talking about priceless heirlooms here, the items are all under $25. We were the only customers in the entire store. I am a proud resident of Audubon Park and always do my best to support local businesses. If this is the way local residents (or honestly any humans at all) get treated shopping in this store, then perhaps they shouldn’t be open in the neighborhood at all. I will not be returning with or without my (apparently unwelcome) children.

Haley Baker

I love this store! I went in for the first time ever today and love it. They have such nice, soft clothes that I haven’t seen anywhere else. So many cat shirts! Also a ton of jewelry that they make there (maybe they make all the jewelry there?). A very nice employee even told me they can change the size of the jump ring on the necklace I bought if it’s too small.

I can’t wait to go back!!

Ariel W.

Dear Prudence opened in 2000 in the 2800-2900 block of Corrine Drive called the Audubon Park Garden District. This area may well be the coolest part of Orlando. Along this strip you will find a funky mix of unique and independent businesses including the End Market, Park Ave CD's, craft beer, the Lovely Boutique Market, and Dear Prudence.

I was drawn into Dear Prudence by a Wednesday Adams inspired outfit they had displayed outside. Inside is a beautifully laid out boutique with a fascinating mix of vintage inspired clothing, accessories, and gift items. Some of the clothing was new and some pieces were gently used. I loved the ethereal skirts, flirty dresses, and lacey blouses. The whimsical jewelry also caught my eye, especially the Old World Style Cameo necklaces ($24.00). I anticipated the prices to be higher but when I checked tags everything was quite reasonable.

I was solo at the time but the next time I come to Orlando I plan on taking my daughter shopping here. I know she would love this store too. If you can't make it to Orlando you can shop their online store for accessories and they offer free shipping in the United States. I didn't see the clothing they offer in the store in the online shop. Dear Prudence was fun to check out and is perfect for anyone who favors a vintage look.

Brittany

I love this boutique! The owners are really nice. They have very unique clothing and jewelry. I always find something fun when I visit.

amy hammond

Hands down, one of my most FAVORITE shops to shop and BROADCAST to people looking for UNIQUE gifts in jewelry, house accessories, bohemian chic/hip clothing for (primarily) ladies.
I’ve been coming here for YEARS to fix old or make new jewelry.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND
(Not necessarily for little kids but Ab-Fab for us BIG GIRLS - and their teens!

Rachel B

I love this place! You can always find something that speaks to you! Whether it's a dress or an accessory or just a unique novelty, you'll definitely leave happy. Liz, the owner, is also very kind and helpful. I've shopped there over the years for myself and loved ones. Go check it out and stroll to the café or record store after that!