Hello from your newest Deal Diva!
Many of you astute readers have probably noticed a new face peeking out at you from the lineup at the top of the blog. That's me, Marissa Lang, newest Deal Diva on the block.
I come from a long line of frugal women. My grandmother, born and raised in South America, can haggle better than anyone I've ever known. This skill has been passed down to my mother, who has wrangled near unthinkable deals out of merchants in New York City's Chinatown with her signature, "What do I look like, a tourist?" And then, there's me. I'm what you might call a competitive shopper. Example: You got those shoes for $20? Well, I bought these knock-offs for $8, after I wrestled them out of the hands of a merchant asking $12 at the flea market -- AND he threw in a free pair of sunglasses. So, ha!
Relatively new to the Tampa Bay area, I'm still exploring (and very open to suggestions). I love digging through heaps at second-hand shops, yard sales and antique treasure troves that look more like a cluttered attic than a store. I have an aversion to uncomfortable shoes, neutral shades and buying furniture, and a big weakness for bright colors, statement pieces and funky accessories with an urban flare.
Hopefully my unique -- and sometimes loud -- style will inspire and inform. Can't wait to share tips, deals and steals with all of you! Feel free to send over any suggestions, comments or questions.
Deal Diva Marissa
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Katie Sanders foolishly spurned pretty dresses and shoes as a child, tossing new clothes over her shoulder at birthday parties with a totally rude "no, thank you." Her drab days of monocolor outfits are over now, and she certainly knows better than to turn down free stuff. Her wardrobe mixes classic with quirk. Think blazers with statement necklaces, and lots of patterned ballet flats. She can be reached at 850) 224-7263 or 
Kameel Stanley has never encountered a thrift store she didn’t like. Her mother taught her that the true value of clothes isn’t how much they cost, but how many outfits one can create from them. Having grown up in Michigan, she was delighted to learn upon moving to Florida that she almost never needed to wear socks or boots again. There’s a lot of turnover in her closet, and she’s obsessed with dresses, necklaces and wedge heels. She can be reached at (727) 893-8643 or 
A disciple of the little black dress classics school, Letitia Stein stretches her budget by looking for styles with staying power. She lives for 80 percent off shoes at DSW, floral sundresses and bohemian chic tops. She confesses to being a bit of a snob when it comes to handbags and jewelry. She can be reached at (813) 226-3400 or 
From camo pants and construction boots to sundresses, sweaters and sling backs, Keyonna Summers knows how to make all of it rock -- at rock bottom prices. A Detroit native, Keyonna delves into her urban roots to find fashion pairings that give a nod to street fashion while maintaining the class of the modern, professional woman. She believes in searching for affordable clothes that look expensive and can easily be dressed up or down. You won't find plaid shirts or fleece jackets in her closet; the only hiking Keyonna does is to the bargain basement. She can be reached at (727) 445-4153 or 
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