General Pageant Information
Remember - it isn't the most talented girl who wins the talent competition. It's whoever has the best stage presence.
Don't compare yourself to the other girls, because you're only being judged on you.
Even if you don't get the crown, you're a winner just for competing so if you don't win, don't feel like a loser.
Cover any and all tattoos and remove any piercings other than up to two holes in your ear. You aren't supposed to be judged on such things but unfortunately some people will. Sure, those people are stupid but there's nothing you can do about it.
Be sure you understand just what the responsibilities of the titleholder are. You don't want to win and discover that you can't handle the job.
Don't drink any carbonated drinks on competition day to prevent bloating.
Search online for a good "pageant hairstyle". Look at pictures of all the current national title holders for ideas. NO PROM UPDOS!! They just don't work.
Talk to the current titleholder about what she does to prepare for competition. She's already done it so she's bound to have some excellent pointers for you.
Show your personality both in the interview and on the stage.
Get plenty of beauty sleep during pageant weekend!
Never get yourself down because you think the other girls are "better" or "prettier". We're all more critical of ourselves.
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Make friends with the other girls! Don't be catty or talk behind backs. Miss Congeniality is a very honorable title.
If and when you win, you are representing a group of people. Be a good representative and don't do anything you might regret later or that might force the pageant to strip you of your title.
You don't need to be 5'9", blonde, and have a white gown to win. You can win no matter what your size, shape, color, or social status. The judges don't know how much money you have or if that's really your natural hair color or not.
Make sure you have tons of fun! If you aren't having fun, maybe this pageant thing isn't for you. It shouldn't seem like a chore. You should enjoy it.
You should use some sunless tanner to get some color in your skin if you're very pale. The color accentuates your muscle tone and makes you appear to be thinner.
Wear heels everywhere. It'll help your walk immensely.
Remember that often times the judges are at foot level. Have a nice, neat pedicure. Use a light pink polish if you are unsure as to what color to use. It looks classy and goes with everything.
Keep double stick tape and super glue in your dressing room. You never know when it'll come in handy.
You never know what's going to happen. This set of judges might make one decision and another set of judges could make an entirely different decision!!
Be on time. There is no such thing as fashionably late in the pageant world.
Not everyone is as nice as they appear. Be nice to everyone during the pageant and if someone turns on you don't seek revenge. No matter what, always strive to be
Miss Congeniality. It will take you far not only in pageants but also in life.
It is good to exercise and eat well before a pageant, but there is no need to starve yourself because no matter what your size, your confidence and poise is what will take you on to the next stage of competition.
If you want to begin to eat healthier before the pageant, do some reading on proper nutrition. Surviving on tiny salads and diet soda will only slow your metabolism and you won't lose fat that way.
Diet pills do NOT work. Enough said.
Pump iron. Weight training along with cardio will keep you toned and burn more fat. If you're in good shape you'll be more confident!!
Don't compare yourself to the other girls, because you're only being judged on you.
Even if you don't get the crown, you're a winner just for competing so if you don't win, don't feel like a loser.
Cover any and all tattoos and remove any piercings other than up to two holes in your ear. You aren't supposed to be judged on such things but unfortunately some people will. Sure, those people are stupid but there's nothing you can do about it.
Be sure you understand just what the responsibilities of the titleholder are. You don't want to win and discover that you can't handle the job.
Don't drink any carbonated drinks on competition day to prevent bloating.
Search online for a good "pageant hairstyle". Look at pictures of all the current national title holders for ideas. NO PROM UPDOS!! They just don't work.
Talk to the current titleholder about what she does to prepare for competition. She's already done it so she's bound to have some excellent pointers for you.
Show your personality both in the interview and on the stage.
Get plenty of beauty sleep during pageant weekend!
Never get yourself down because you think the other girls are "better" or "prettier". We're all more critical of ourselves.
.
Make friends with the other girls! Don't be catty or talk behind backs. Miss Congeniality is a very honorable title.
If and when you win, you are representing a group of people. Be a good representative and don't do anything you might regret later or that might force the pageant to strip you of your title.
You don't need to be 5'9", blonde, and have a white gown to win. You can win no matter what your size, shape, color, or social status. The judges don't know how much money you have or if that's really your natural hair color or not.
Make sure you have tons of fun! If you aren't having fun, maybe this pageant thing isn't for you. It shouldn't seem like a chore. You should enjoy it.
You should use some sunless tanner to get some color in your skin if you're very pale. The color accentuates your muscle tone and makes you appear to be thinner.
Wear heels everywhere. It'll help your walk immensely.
Remember that often times the judges are at foot level. Have a nice, neat pedicure. Use a light pink polish if you are unsure as to what color to use. It looks classy and goes with everything.
Keep double stick tape and super glue in your dressing room. You never know when it'll come in handy.
You never know what's going to happen. This set of judges might make one decision and another set of judges could make an entirely different decision!!
Be on time. There is no such thing as fashionably late in the pageant world.
Not everyone is as nice as they appear. Be nice to everyone during the pageant and if someone turns on you don't seek revenge. No matter what, always strive to be
Miss Congeniality. It will take you far not only in pageants but also in life.
It is good to exercise and eat well before a pageant, but there is no need to starve yourself because no matter what your size, your confidence and poise is what will take you on to the next stage of competition.
If you want to begin to eat healthier before the pageant, do some reading on proper nutrition. Surviving on tiny salads and diet soda will only slow your metabolism and you won't lose fat that way.
Diet pills do NOT work. Enough said.
Pump iron. Weight training along with cardio will keep you toned and burn more fat. If you're in good shape you'll be more confident!!
