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How to Market Your Titleholders

Princess of America Senior Division Queens 2017. Photo: The Imagine Studios One of the most important things that a director can do to make their pageant successful is to learn how to market their titleholders effectively. In fact, next to hav...

07, April 2018

How to Get Toned Abs

Do you have that annoying lower belly fat that just will not go away no matter how hard you try to eliminate it? This article takes the mystery out of getting abs by walking you through a practical process that will have you looking flawless on stage...

31, March 2018

How to Tone Your Arms

Mrs. Washington America 2017, Deidra Murphy, shows off her arms during a swimsuit photoshoot. Photo: Deidra Murphy Let's be real, one of the toughest areas to tone is a contestant's arms. If you are like me and your arms continue to move ...

31, March 2018

How to Tone Your Legs (Without Adding Bulk)

Angelo Frasier's client, Summer Priester, model, blogger and MUA. Photo: Summer Priester Facebook page Gams, poles, pins, stems, walking sticks, underpinnings, slegs, Mandy Moores, Katys or Stacy Kieblers, or just legs – whatever you ca...

31, March 2018

How to Tone Your Butt

Photo: Remi Pyrdol/Self Most pageant girls agree that getting your body pageant-ready is one of the hardest parts of pageant preparation. The fitness competition can be intimidating, but with the right exercises and guidance, you'll be confid...

31, March 2018

10 Pageant Exercises You Can Do Anywhere

We all know that pageant girls lead very busy lives, and sometimes it is difficult to get everything you need to get done in one day. One of the toughest things to fit into your crazy schedule is getting in a good workout. Whether you are struggling ...

26, March 2018

Why You Need to Know Yourself Before You Can Win

One time, I heard a story of a young Miss contestant who had won “too soon.” She had the makings to become the next Miss America in a few more years, but she had already won her state title and she just wasn’t ready. That idea struc...

26, March 2018

Why You Need a Star Quality to Win Your Next Pageant

When you are preparing for a pageant, you always want to set yourself up for success and you can't do that unless you have a positive self image. To figure out the best way to develop that winning self image, I talked to the coaches with The Tiar...

25, March 2018

How to Find the Perfect Glitz Pageant Dress

Every contestant wants to feel confident and beautiful throughout her pageant. Setting aside enough time to put together a flattering and eye-catching wardrobe will ensure that you look and feel your best. Picking out the perfect glitz pageant dress ...

24, March 2018

How to Walk in a Glitz Pageant

Chloe Alford participates in the Miss Tri-State BBQ 2017 80s Wear Competition. Photo: Chloe Alford Pageants come in all shapes and sizes. One of the oldest types of pageants is glitz. Dating back to "May Queen festivals" held in Br...

24, March 2018

How to Style Hair and Makeup for a Glitz Pageant

Toddlers and Tiaras' star Eden Wood won over 300 crowns in her glitz pageant career. Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images for Logo Glitz pageant contestants go all out in the hair and makeup department. The extravagant looks are dazzling and rem...

24, March 2018

Types of Glitz Pageants and What's Best for You

Contestants from Miss Supreme Glitz. Photo: Miss Supreme Glitz Website Pageants are a fun pastime for everyone! There is a pageant out there for everyone to enter regardless of your age, size or personal interests. When most people thin...

24, March 2018

Etiquette Tips That No One Tells You as a Pageant Contestant

Within pageantry, there are certain unspoken rules that can influence the judges' decision when it comes to who will walk away with the title. Proper pageant etiquette is essential for all serious pageant competitors and can make the difference&n...

17, March 2018

Etiquette Rules That All Pageant Coaches Should Follow

Coach Lu Sierra works with the Miss Universe Organization titleholders. Photo: Lu Sierra Coaches play a crucial role in the journey of pageant contestants. They guide girls in every element of the competition, teaching them the ins and outs of th...

17, March 2018

Etiquette Rules That Every Pageant Judge Must Know

Judge and Journalist Maria Menounos speaks during the 2018 Miss America Competition press conference at Boardwalk Hall Arena on September 10, 2017, in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Photo: Getty Images/Michael Loccisano Judging a pageant is no easy t...

17, March 2018

What Directors Need to Know About Pageant Etiquette

Diane Hardgrove (in green), Director of the Mrs. New York America Pageant surrounded by her contestants. Photo: Mrs. New York America Pageant directors are not just the people in charge, but they are the backbone of the entire pageant system. ...

17, March 2018

Etiquette Guidelines for Every Pageant Parent to Follow

So your daughter competes in pageants! No doubt, she's the star of the show while you're attending the competition. All eyes are on her most of the time, but it's important to remember that as parents, our actions do not go unnoticed in t...

17, March 2018

20 Modeling Types and Requirements (And Which is Best for You)

Allie Ayers (left) and Olivia Jordan, Miss USA 2015, (right) pose for the 2018 Sports Illustrated: Swimsuit Edition. Photo: Taylor Ballantyne Pageants have launched the modeling careers of quite a few queens. For example, this year during...

11, March 2018

How to Become a Model (And Get Your First Job)

In this article, you are going to learn how to become a model and how you can get booked for your very first job. Being overwhelmed with how to get started is the biggest obstacle we have seen for girls and guys launching a career. This article is go...

11, March 2018

How to Get Modeling Jobs: The Definitive Guide

Miss Tennessee Teen USA 2018 and model Sofie Rovenstine. Photo: Matt Castonos Many young girls consider pageantry to be a gateway into the modeling industry. For many titleholders, it has been. We can look at success stories like Olivia Culpo ...

11, March 2018

What to Look for in Modeling Agencies (And What to Stay Away From)

Miss Missouri Teen USA 2018, Chloe Bartlett. Photo: Chloe Bartlett Instagram Many girls desire to be models, but most of what is portrayed in movies and on television is not an accurate portrayal of how it usually happens in real life. The big...

11, March 2018