Second Seitz

"This review is long overdue ... About six years ago, my daughter was shopping at retail stores for a prom dress, finding nothing (affordable) that she liked. A customer overheard us, and suggested that if we were willing to drive out to Skippack, there was a store that could almost definitely help. I looked it up on my phone - we could get there, but we'd arrive about ten minutes before they closed. I called the store, and the owner agreed to stay open late - just for us. We drove out there, and we were not disappointed. At first, I was overwhelmed by the sheer volume of merchandise available, but the kind owner spoke with my daughter for a few minutes, disappeared, and returned with three dresses. All three were viable candidates, and my daughter picked one of them. The price she charged for the dress, matching shoes, and a clutch was a mere fraction of what we would have paid for the dress alone at a retail store. This is not a typical store. If you browse by yourself, you may have a very difficult time finding what you're looking for. I would seriously consider making an appointment in advance. But the payoff is huge; the owner knows her stock extremely well, and customers should leverage this."

"I absolutely love this store!!! To start off, Patty (the owner) is an amazing woman that is truly dedicated to helping you find exactly what you're looking for, whether it's a formal gown or a day to day outfit. She truly has great taste, especially for someone that can appreciate the beauty in unique vintage pieces, and gives great suggestions of what best suites each customer. Every time I'm back in town to visit my parents I make it a point to check out what she has - new stock comes in weekly, keeping you on your toes and always providing a new range of beautiful options. She also has some very unique knick knacks ranging from salt and pepper shakers to beautiful plates and decor. Her store is a must see for anyone looking for a unique addition to their wardrobe!"

"I have been coming here for the last 12 years. As a high schooler for prom dresses and now my wedding dress you can honestly just tell her what you want and she has got it for you. She is very good with sizing, tips for alterations, and general advice to make you look your best. She has been doing this for 28 years and it shows. I have recommended her to all my friends and family she has helped make my special moments in life amazing. She knows all her inventory and knows exactly where everything is. There is no browsing endlessly and getting frustrated. She has got you covered just let her do her thing and you will not be disappointed. She books by appointment, but has managed to squeeze me in when needed (though I did call ahead)."

"This is the first year my daughter has needed a dress for a formal event. I didn't know where to start so I asked around for some recommendations. The first 3 people I asked said "go to Second Seitz!" They spoke of the large inventory and the incredible prices. They then told me about the key to what made their experience so amazing. It was the owner and her unique ability to pair their daughter with the perfect dress right out of the gate. Long story short...it's true...all of it! Miss Patty matched my girl with the perfect dress with her first pick. We walked out having made an incredible purchase from an amazing lady in record time!"

"My daughter and I just had the most wonderful experience. We called Patti to make an appointment to shop for prom dresses. After asking a few questions about my daughter’s size and style preferences, Patti had several dresses ready for my daughter to try when we got there. There is a wide selection of couture and designer dresses in this wonderful shop. My daughter found a beautiful Jovani gown and we paid $85. Patti was so helpful and even had suggestions for shoes and jewelry to complete the look. If you are looking for something special, this shop is worth a visit. We will definitely be back!"