Prom dresses, tips, sales, pretty pictures, glitter, etc...
This one goes out to our high school divas. And parents of high school divas. And divas who just like to look at pretty dresses (all of you).
I got to help the fierce young journos at tb-two put together ensembles for their prom spread, modern fashion recreations of classic prom scenes. You'll see takes on Napoleon Dynamite, Carrie, Twilight, Grease and Mean Girls. The supermodels, all from local high schools, sport prom wear from CC's Boutique, Dillards, Sacinos and even a thrift store (OK, that was the dress they doused in pig blood, but this Deal Diva still approves of the discount tenacity).
Check out the gallery here. And here's a sneak peak and one of the many incredible photos by Cherie Diez. I love this kid's pink socks. Dedication!
And you didn't think you'd get away without a couple prom pointers, did you?
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Amazon.com's Prom Shop sale runs from April 6 through May 6. You get $10 off when you spend $50 on dresses from a bunch of select designers, including ABS, Jessica Simpson, Rampage, Necessary Objects, XOXO, As U Wish, Trixxi, Kensie Girl, Jump, My Michelle and Teeze Me. Many of these brands are available at department stores, so here's an idea -- go to the mall, try one on to make sure it looks good, then order it online and save some money!
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Also, check out Kohl's for affordable prom dresses. They have some good style tips on the special prom section of their website. Kohl's is touting one shoulder styles and bubble hems as the big trends this year. I'm on board with one shoulder, but bubble hems are hardly new. Keep your eyes out for sales on that style in particular since it's been around a while.
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The Belle of the Ball Project and Dream a Dress will distribute free prom dresses and accessories to needy teens from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 3, 17 and May 1 at the Seminole Mall, 11201 Park Blvd. N., next to Ross. The non-profit has led this worthy endeavor for seven years, handing out more than 1,500 dresses to girls from low income families. They need donations, too, so if you have a dress in the closet you're never going to wear again anyway, why not bring it by the store? Karma, baby.
Seen any other good prom sales or programs out there? Leave info in the comments!
Deal Diva Stephanie
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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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