The Bead Lounge - Marelly's

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.

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

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.

Wonderful store I love it always feel at home beautiful people

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!