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Best Dress Stores: 2026 Edition
Choosing the right pageant dress is about more than style, it’s about working with designers and boutiques that understand the standards, expectations, and pressure of the pageant world. At Pageant Planet, we don’t simply list...
Best Pageant Photographers: 2026 Edition
In pageantry, photography is not supplementary. It is foundational to how contestants, professionals, and pageant systems are evaluated and remembered. Through the Best in Pageantry Awards, Pageant Planet formally recognizes photographers whose work ...
Best Pageant Directors: 2026 Edition
Pageant directors shape the structure, standards, and integrity of competition across the industry. Their decisions influence contestant experience, judge calibration, production quality, and long term brand trust. Through the Best in Pageantry Award...
Best Dress Designers: 2026 Edition
Each year, Pageant Planet formally recognizes dress designers whose work has demonstrated measurable impact within the pageant and prom industries through the Best in Pageantry Awards. Best Dress Designers serves as both a current evaluation and a hi...
Best Beauty Pageants: 2026 Edition
Each year, Pageant Planet formally evaluates beauty pageants through the Best in Pageantry Awards, recognizing those that demonstrate excellence in contestant experience, operational execution, and industry trust. Best Beauty Pageants functions as bo...
Best Pageant Coaches: 2026 Edition
Pageant coaches play a decisive role in shaping competitive outcomes, contestant readiness, and long term success within the industry. Through the Best in Pageantry Awards, Pageant Planet formally recognizes coaches whose guidance has produced consis...
Best Pageant Fitness: 2026 Edition
Physical conditioning has long been a visible indicator of preparation, discipline, and competitive readiness in pageantry. Through the Best in Pageantry Awards, Pageant Planet formally recognizes contestants whose fitness presentation has met the hi...
Best Pageant Headshots: 2026 Edition
In pageantry, a headshot is often the first and most enduring representation of a contestant’s credibility, confidence, and readiness to compete. Through the Best in Pageantry Awards, Pageant Planet formally recognizes pageant headshots that ha...
Best Pageant Products (2020 Edition)
We all have our very favorite products. You know, the ones who can't live without, much less compete without. From hairspray to garment bags, we wouldn't be able to be our best on stage without quality products. To help you choose which produ...
4 Best Pageant Scholarship Programs
Girls enter pageants for different reasons, but many young women are drawn to programs that give outstanding scholarships to their winners or even to the runners up. While there are many pageants in which you can win some scholarship money, there are...
Best Pageant Makeup Artists: 2026 Edition
In pageantry, makeup is a strategic component of presentation that directly influences first impressions, stage presence, and overall polish under judging conditions. Through the Best in Pageantry Awards, Pageant Planet formally recognizes makeup art...
Best Pageant Talent Outfits: 2026 Edition
Each year, Pageant Planet curates and evaluates the most exceptional talent presentations submitted to the Best in Pageantry Awards, where recognition is not granted by opinion, popularity, or proximity—but by industry-wide voting and measurabl...
Best Pageant Interview Outfits: 2026 Edition
Each year, Pageant Planet evaluates the interview presentations submitted to the Best in Pageantry Awards, where first impressions are assessed with the same rigor as any scored competition category. The outfits featured in Best Pageant Interview Out...
Best in Pageantry Winners: 2026 Edition
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7 Best Ideas for Pageant Talent
Many pageants are now requiring contestants to perform a talent on stage as part of the judging process. This often worries some girls if they can't figure out their talent. I promise, even if you think you aren't talented, you have the...
Best Emcees in Pageantry: 2026 Edition
Emcees are central to the execution and credibility of a pageant production. They control pacing, tone, audience engagement, and the clarity with which each contestant’s moment is presented on stage. Through the Best in Pageantry Awards, Pagean...
Top 5 Best Pageant Resale Sites
If your closet is anything like mine, it is full of things you only wore once or twice. That is all too common with pageant clothes -- evening gowns, talent wear, swimwear, even interview attire! Why should you hold on to things you'll ...
What 5 Words Best Describe You
One of the challenges in your pageant interview is to convey to the judges in a very short period of time; who you are, what you stand for and what kind of representative you would be. A common interview question is, "What 5 words best describe ...
Best Prize Packages in Pageantry: 2026 Edition
Prize packages are one of the clearest indicators of a pageant’s investment in its contestants and its long term credibility within the industry. Scholarships, travel opportunities, cash awards, and professional resources signal not only reward...
Best Evening Gowns in Pageantry: 2026 Edition
In pageantry, evening gown is one of the most consistently decisive phases of competition. While judges may be instructed to evaluate the contestant rather than the garment, industry results repeatedly demonstrate that gown selection, construction, a...
Best Fun Fashion Pageant Dresses: 2026 Edition
Within the pageant industry, credibility is established through consistent performance, professional reputation, and earned recognition. Pageant Planet functions as the industry’s central authority for evaluating and documenting excellence, mai...
Best Personal Trainers in Pageantry: 2021 Edition
Physical conditioning in pageantry is not incidental. It is the result of structured training, disciplined execution, and professional guidance aligned with competitive standards. Through the Best in Pageantry Awards, Pageant Planet formally recogniz...
Best Evening Gowns in Pageantry: 2017 Edition
If you're a first time pageant contestant, sometimes it makes sense to just buy from a pageant contesant who no longer needs the gown you're eyeing. But if you're in this for the long haul, there's many benefits to investing in your o...
Best Evening Gowns in Pageantry: 2016 Edition
When you're designing your dream gown for your pageant, not only should it be a goal for you to look stunning at your pageant competition, you should also strive to create a gown that lands you on the Top 10 in Pageantry for Evening Gown! If you&...
Best Evening Gowns in Pageantry: 2015 Edition
One of the most important parts of pageant weekend is the evening gown competition. With that in mind, buying a dress at the local department store can only get you so far. Many pageant girls find that designing their own unique pageant gowns is the ...
Best Evening Gowns in Pageantry: 2013 Edition
When you're designing your dream gown for your pageant, not only should it be a goal for you to look stunning at your pageant competition, you should also strive to create a gown that lands you on the Top 10 in Pageantry for Evening Gown! Taking ...
Top 5 Best False Eyelashes for Pageants
When I was a little princess, all I would have to do was bat my little eyelashes and my dad would give me whatever I wanted. If you want to be a queen, you need a little bit more length to those lashes if you want that crown. Falsies have been around...
Best Pageant Talents of All Time: 2018 Edition
Every year Pageant Planet compiles a list of the best pageant talents from the previous year based on our Best in Pageantry Awards. Spending hours on your pageant talent to make it just right shouldn’t go unnoticed! If you're a pageant tale...
Best Pageant Interview Questions (and Answers) of 2017
During the interview portion of a pageant, judges have the opportunity to truly get to know who a contestant is. Whether it is a panel or one-on-one interview, judges can learn about a contestant's character, opinions and knowledge of current eve...
Top 10 Best Songs for Dance Pageant Talent
As a dancer it is so hard to pick a song for your talent routine. Sometimes the beat is perfect, but the lyrics aren’t appropriate or sometimes the lyrics are perfect but the song is just boring. So if you’re stuck on what song...
Pageants in West Virginia
West Virginia isn’t just about scenic mountains and rich Appalachian culture—it’s also home to an exciting and competitive pageant scene! Whether you’re looking to win a national title, earn scholarship opportunities, or enjoy...
Top 10 Best Pageants for Moms to Compete in
Mothers are the real life Wonder Women. They are some of the busiest humans on the planet. They always put their families first and sometimes, in consequence, end up neglecting their own dreams and goals. Luckily, pageantry offers a wide range of com...
The BEST Adjectives to Use for a Perfect Pageant Interview
Pageant Interview is arguably the most important facet of the competition. There are dos and there are don’ts. I am here to examine those and help you attain that desired, perfectly polished interview for your next pageant. Many of you are in t...
Pageant Talent: The Complete Guide
Pageant talent is one of the hardest areas of competition. You need to be both technically proficient and highly entertaining. From deciding what pageant talent to perform to picking out the perfect outfit to highlight your skills, how do you kn...
Pageant Makeup Tips (for Every Phase of Competition)
Your pageant makeup can either complete a look or make a mess out of your flawless look. How do you make sure your pageant makeup is as perfect as the rest of your outfit? How do you select the right foundation or false eyelashes for you? Pageant Pla...
Pageant Dresses: How to Style, Pose and Walk
Your pageant dress will not win you the competition but it can certainly be the reason why you lose the crown. Pageant dresses are among the most iconic parts of pageantry, but your dress alone will not win you the crown. If you make the wrong cho...
Everything You Need to Know About Pageant Headshots
Pageant headshots... your chance to show the judges your best side before you walk into competition. With so much pressure on just one photograph, how do you create the perfect pageant headshot? How should you wear your hair for a pageant headshots p...
101 Pageant Tips (for First Time Contestants)
So you've signed up for a pageant and you don't know where to start preparing... Or, maybe you haven't signed up yet but you're trying to pick a pageant to participate in. The pageant world can be overwhelming when everything is ...
Pageant Swimsuit: FAQs and Answers
Ah, yes. The pageant swimwear portion of competition, a classic. While some competitors love it and some hate it, there's no denying it has its place in the pageant industry. Whether you're looking to buy pageant swimwear for your upcoming co...
Guidelines for Parents When Practicing for a Pageant
“Parents, particularly those involved in children's pageants, often forget that it's just a pageant which can be equated to Little League for boys – a hobby where one learns good sportsmanship, gains self-esteem and most impo...
How to Succeed in Pageant Interview
Pageants are won or lost in pageant interview. If you've spent any time at all in pageantry, you've heard this saying at least once. And for good reason - pageant interview is probably the most important competition of ...
How to Set Goals (and Achieve Them)
We always talk about the details of how to perfect your walk, how to do your pageant makeup or what to wear for competition, but there is a much larger part of pageant prep that needs to be discussed: pageant goals. Without setting goals each year, m...
The ULTIMATE Guide to Pageant Shoes
There are hundreds of pageant shoes out there, so how do you know which pageant shoes are right for you? Picking the wrong pageant shoes can distract from your perfectly planned out outfit. Likewise, picking the right pageant shoes can give you that ...
Skin Care Routine for Beauty Queens
You've heard a million times that having a skin care routine is so very important. If you're here, you probably know your skin is one of the most important aspects of our look as pageant contestants. We here at Pageant Planet understand ...
5 Tips to Getting More People's Choice Votes
With the rise of social media, many pageants are initiating a People’s Choice at multiple levels of competition. Some pageants use social media to link to the pageant’s website where a vote can cost $1 to raise money for charity while oth...
What to Wear For Fun Fashion
Did your fun fashion outfit stand out from the rest? Fun fashion is the phase of the competition where you can show off your personality, fashion sense, uniqueness and modeling skills. Since you are a one-of-a-kind contestant, it's important that...
Pageant Opening Number: What You NEED To Know
Oh, the joyful opening number. It’s the first time you get to step on the competition stage, shake the jitters, and dazzle the judges with your crown-winning smile. It’s also the cause of fear for many in the pageant world (I mean, ...
Top Pageant Hairstyles of All Time: 2026 Edition
Each year, Pageant Planet formally recognizes excellence in pageant presentation through the Best in Pageantry Awards, documenting the individuals and work that define industry standards. Top Pageant Hairstyles of All Time serves as both a current re...
The ULTIMATE Guide to Pageant Hair
Pageant hair is one of those things that can make or break your image. You placed First runner-up in your last pageant and feel that you couldn't have done any better. You finally get your judges' comments and see "pageant hair fell in h...
Pageant Paperwork & Resume (Examples, Templates and Tips)
Everything that you do in a pageant is about communication, including and especially your pageant paperwork. The very first place that you begin that process of communication occurs long before you ever set foot in the interview room or on stage. You...
20 Funny Pageant Questions and Answers
The interview portion of a pageant is really your time to connect with the judges and give them a much more detailed idea of who you are as a person. This is often the most important part of a pageant and giving an unprepared and ...
Etiquette Rules That Every Pageant Judge Must Know
Judging a pageant is no easy task. You are presented with a number of contestants who you see for a total of fewer than 30 minutes each and expected to choose who will be a role model and leader within the surrounding community for the next year. In ...
How Tall Do You Have To Be To Compete In Pageants?
Girls across the country dream of becoming the next Miss USA or Miss America, but many wonder if there is a height requirement to compete in pageants. Well good news for the vertically challenged out there, most major pageants do not have a height re...
10 Pageant Tips Every Contestant Should Know
No matter your experience in pageants, there’s always more to learn to help you become a better contestant. From walking tips, hair, photography, interview and more we compiled some of the best tips that pageant contestants should use bef...
How Do Judges Score Beauty Pageants?
Wouldn't you like to get into the mind of a pageant judge and know exactly what they are looking for? Know exactly how they score the contestants? While we can't read minds, we can give some insight on how exactly judges score beauty pageants...
10 Ways to Effectively Gain a Sponsorship
Finding sponsors for a pageant can be very difficult and it constantly seems like you're being told no. We completely understand how frustrating it can be so here are 10 ways to find pageant sponsors. And remember, the best way to get anyon...
Pageant Arrival Etiquette: What You NEED To Know
There are several phases of events you'll go through when it comes to competing for a crown. First you'll research systems and possibly meet with a director or attend open calls. Next, you may do appearances with a local title before preparin...
Top 15 Most Influential Women in Pageantry
Our mission at Pageant Planet is to connect and expand the pageant industry, with the ultimate goal of motivating ALL girls to participate in pageants. We believe that the world of pageantry is for everyone who wants to be a part of it, and that the ...
Teen Pageant Interview Example Questions and Answers
As a young adult coming up in the world of pageants, you have learned over the years how crucial your pageant interview can be in the minds of the judges - whether it is held behind closed doors, or live in front of an audience! You have learned that...
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...
Miss America vs Miss United States
In the pageant world, we know of hundreds of thousands of pageant systems. But many pageant systems seem to stand out with how popular they have become or how long they have been a popular item. Note: Now before getting started, this isn't an art...
Pageant Questions and Answers for Gay Pageants
We’ve all seen the awkward videos of pageant contestants struggling for their answers on stage (who can forget South Carolina’s Miss Teen USA 2007), so why not get ahead of your fellow contestants and ensure your interview stage goes as s...
How to be a Successful Titleholder
We hope that our new guide, “How to be a Successful Titleholder” will become the go-to guide book for your incredible reign! One of our main priorities at Pageant Planet is to empower every titleholder in the industry by giving them ...
15 Pageant Contestant and Titleholder Gift Ideas
So you’ve created a pageant budget and up until this point you’ve been doing an awesome job about sticking to it! What you probably didn’t remember to budget into your pageant funds are contestant gifts and a gift for the outg...
31 High School Pageant Questions (and Answers)
There are a TON of high school pageants that take place every year and while these pageants vary drastically in professionalism and size. You can bet your educated backside that come interview time your questions are going to pertain to wait for it.....
8 Miss USA Pageant Tips You Must Know
As we begin a new Miss USA pageant season, I would like to get an early start with all the ladies looking to qualify next year. When a young lady is competing for a pageant that is a beauty pageant (such as the Miss USA pageant) you may hear the foll...
107 Pageant Platform Examples (& How to Choose THE One)
It's no secret that pageant girls love to give back. That's why so many contestants have a pageant platform, or a cause that a contestant or titleholder dedicates their time to working on or giving back to. With so many causes out there, how ...
Pageants Near Me
Breaking into the pageant world is undoubtedly exciting, but finding information on how to do so can be tricky without a helping hand. Well, you’ve come to the right place! Whether you're a pageant beginner or a veteran queen,...
10 Male Pageant Questions Asked in Every Interview
You win and lose your pageant inside of the interview room. The judges are not going to crown someone whom they do not like or connect with inside of the interview room. However, if the judges fall in love with you inside of the interview room the...
Pageant Dictionary: Beginners Guide
Pageantry is an industry with its own language. If you're new to the glitz and glamour of pageantry, you're likely unfamilar with all of the terminology you'll need to know. Let us at Pageant Planet be your pageant concierge and conn...
How to Become a Pageant Director
Pageant directors are some of the most passionate pageant enthusiasts in the industry. They are not only knowledgeable of their system and pageantry as a whole, but they are also organized, outgoing people who can get a job done. Directors don't ...
Top Pageant Choreographers: 2018 Edition
Every year Pageant Planet compiles a list of the best pageant choreographers from the previous year based on our Best in Pageantry Awards. Not only will this list help you find your next pageant choreographer, but it can even assist when finding...
Pageant Interview Questions For Kids
Pre-Teen and Teen interviews are meant to be simple, but can be very nerve racking. It is important to remember that during the interview the judges want to get to know the girls, while also evaluating their presentation and speaking abilities. Just ...
How to Prepare for a Local Miss America Pageant
Arguably the first American beauty pageant, Miss America has been making small town girls' dreams come true for decades. How do you get started on your journey to becoming the next Miss America? Well, every Miss America started out the same way. ...
What Nail Colors Should You Wear for a Pageant?
In preparation for your next pageant, you've thought about everything from head to toe. You know exactly how you plan to style your hair, what you'll be wearing, and what shoes you'll be wearing. However, did you consider what color...
It’s Time For A (Directory) Change
Here at Pageant Planet, everything we do is to serve YOU - our contestants, directors, and experts - and to give you the best help, information, and support possible. For that reason, when we first got started in 2014, we made the decision to allo...
What To Do When You Start Rambling During Your Pageant Onstage Question
The onstage question.... Now if you talk to some contestants, the onstage question is both the most stressful part of the competition and the most rewarding. Being asked an onstage question usually means that you have advanced to the next round of co...
How to Hide Stretch Marks
Miss Indonesia 2019 Fredrika Cull. Photo: Miss Universe Organization Stretch marks: the one body flaw women are conditioned to fear from the time they hit puberty. It isn’t unusual to hear an expectant mother express concern over the pos...
What You NEED to Know to Prepare for Pageant Fitness Wear
With the official transition of many systems from swimsuit to fitness, like Miss Teen USA, you may be wondering how you can train your body to appeal in fitness gear where it once shined in a bikini. There are a few details to know when it comes from...
How to Become a Pageant Judge
So, you want to be a pageant judge? Whether you're drawn to the sparkle of evening gowns, the poise of confident contestants, or the thrill of helping crown the next titleholder, judging pageants can be an incredibly rewarding experience. But bef...
How to Market a Beauty Pageant
When you're learning how to market a beauty pageant, focus on these four pillars: 1. Brand & Image Building You’re not just promoting an event—you’re promoting a brand. Your logo, colors, messaging, and tone should cre...
Why You Should Compete as a Ms Contestant
It's easy to get down in the dumps about a Ms. title. Historically, the Ms. title in front of a name denoted a divorcee or the crazy cat lady down the street. It used to mark the time when youth is lost on us and we are no longer privy to the Mis...
Pageants in Florida
Florida: the land of sandy beaches, theme parks, and—of course—some of the biggest and most prestigious pageants in the country! Whether you're a seasoned queen, a first-time contestant, or just a fan of glitz and glam, Florida’...
What Should Be Included in a Pageant Photo Package?
Next to an appearance, few things can help market a pageant or a queen like a good pageant photo package. Attractive photos of a pageant can help recruit new contestants and build sponsorship for the director, as well as bring attention and pageant-r...
How to Become a Pageant Coach: The Ultimate Guide
Pageantry is a competitive world where contestants need expert guidance to shine on stage and impress judges. If you have a passion for pageants and a talent for mentoring, becoming a pageant coach could be the perfect career for you. Whether you'...
How to Start Your Own Pageant
Making the decision to start your own pageant can mark a monumental change in your life. The transition from a competitor, or even a pageant fan, to a pageant director, is a big leap. There is a lot of work that must go on behind the scenes in order ...
How to Find Beauty Pageants to Compete in
For those who are new to the pageant world, finding information on the first initial steps can be a difficult process. Pageant preparation is, of course, an ongoing process of discovery. But finding a pageant is a hard step as well. This article...
Miss America Pageant Talent Rules: What You Need to Know
Updated: July 9, 2018. To see all other Miss America rule updates visit, Miss America 2019 Changes. In the Miss America Organization, talent is a large portion to competing in the pageant. The talent competition counts as 50% of your overall score...
Pageants in Colorado
Colorado isn’t just about stunning mountain views and outdoor adventures—it’s also a fantastic place for pageantry! From glamorous competitions in Denver to community-driven pageants in Colorado Springs, the Centennial State offers ...
A Pageant Girl's Guide to Social Media
We're constantly surrounded with the latest news on our friends and family. We get so much information from social media these days. What you post on your Facebook or Twitter can definitely affect your future career and opportunities. Bu...
How to Prepare for a Pageant (Step by Step)
There are numerous things to take into consideration when preparing for a pageant. One thing however comes to mind immediately is your budget. If you have been competing in the sport of pageantry for a time, then you know full well the expense that i...
Get More Pageant Fitness Clients with Pageant Planet
Pageant contestants are always looking for ways to feel confident and strong on stage. Whether they’re preparing for swimsuit, fitness, or just wanting to look and feel their best, they need a personal trainer who understands pageantry. That...
Pageants in Georgia
Georgia isn’t just about peaches and Southern charm—it’s also home to some of the biggest and best pageants in the country! Whether you’re looking for a glitzy competition in Atlanta or a scholarship-driven event in Savannah, ...
Pageants in Texas
Everything is bigger in Texas—including the pageant scene! Whether you’re looking to win a national title, earn scholarship opportunities, or enjoy an empowering experience, Texas has a pageant for you. With Pageant Planet, you can find, ...
Top 10 Tips to Succeed at National American Miss
National American Miss isn't your usual beauty pageant. It isn't actually a beauty pageant at all. The pageant doesn't focus on physical beauty but instead focuses on molding young girls into confident and poised young ladies. If you are ...
6 Pageant Platform Money Raising Ideas That Are Guaranteed to Work!
Raising money for your platform can be rewarding and fun, but only if you know how to get started. Here's how to raise money for your platform! Miss Pennsylvania Collegiate America 2019 Alexis Wintle at the Portland Sea Dogs Mother&rs...
Top 125 Pageant Questions Asked by Judges (in Every Pageant)
The pageant questions that you are about to read were taken from the data of our famous “Question of the Day”, asking titleholders what pageant questions they were asked immediately following their interview and talking with pageant judge...
Top 10 On Stage Pageant Questions (and Answers)
Oh, the dreaded on stage question. Jaws theme music should be playing in the background as contestants feel like they are walking the plank. Coaches and directors try to reassure us that it is not a life or death situation, but we have se...
Titleholders Respond to Voy Board Bullies
The other night I was watching Breaking Bad on Netflix when my iPhone chimed telling me that I had a new email. I saw that it was a alert from Google and that they found someone talking about, "Pageant Planet". Curious...I opened up my e...
How and When to Stand in Pretty Feet
The typical "pretty feet" every pageant girl is taught, is simple. But some girls are thrown into the pageant world without even being taught the pretty feet! Crazy, I know. But today I am here to show you the proper way and when to stand i...
Pageants in Arkansas
Arkansas isn’t just about the Ozarks and delicious southern cooking—it’s also a major player in the pageant world! Whether you’re new to the scene or a seasoned competitor, Arkansas has pageants that suit every experience leve...
Pageants in Nebraska
Nebraska isn’t just about rolling plains and Cornhuskers—it’s also home to an exciting and growing pageant scene! Whether you’re aiming for a national title, looking for scholarship opportunities, or simply want an empowering ...
Pageants in India
India isn’t just about vibrant festivals, Bollywood, and rich cultural heritage—it’s also home to one of the most prestigious and competitive pageant industries in the world! Whether you’re looking to win a national title, ear...
10 Pageant Song Ideas for Talent
There is only one question when it comes to your on-stage talent and the panel of judges before you: Do I want to see it again? That is the mark of a great pageant talent no matter what you are doing. Whatever skills you take to the stage s...
What is the Difference Between Casual Wear and Fun Fashion?
I’ll never forget competing in Miss America locals in Arizona in the early 2000's and all of us being confused by Casual Wear. I had Theme Wear in pageants in the years prior to my MAO years, and we seemed to always wear a Casual Wear type ...
Pageants in Hawaii
Hawaii isn’t just known for its breathtaking beaches and hula dancing—it’s also home to a thriving pageant scene! Whether you're looking for a glamorous competition in Honolulu or a local cultural pageant celebrating Hawaiian he...
Pageants in Alaska
Alaska may be known for its breathtaking landscapes, northern lights, and rugged wilderness, but did you know it's also home to some of the most incredible pageants? Whether you're looking for glitz and glamour or a natural competition that c...
Pageants in Arizona
Arizona isn’t just about desert landscapes and breathtaking sunsets—it’s also a hotspot for pageantry! Whether you’re looking for a glamorous competition or a natural pageant that highlights your individuality, Arizona has a p...
Pageants in Nevada
Nevada isn’t just about Las Vegas and scenic deserts—it’s also a pageantry hotspot! Whether you’re competing for a prestigious title, seeking scholarship opportunities, or looking for an empowering experience, Nevada has the p...
Pageants in Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania isn’t just about cheesesteaks and the Liberty Bell—it’s also home to a thriving pageant scene! Whether you’re looking to win a national title, earn scholarship opportunities, or enjoy an empowering experience, Pen...
Pageants in South Dakota
South Dakota isn’t just about Mount Rushmore and rolling prairies—it’s also home to a growing pageant scene! Whether you’re looking to win a national title, earn scholarship opportunities, or enjoy an empowering experience, So...
Pageants in Utah
Utah isn’t just about breathtaking national parks and ski resorts—it’s also home to an exciting and competitive pageant scene! Whether you’re looking to win a national title, earn scholarship opportunities, or enjoy an empower...
9 Tips to Scheduling More Pageant Appearances
If you're hoping to get a lot of appearances with your pageant title, you need to put in the legwork. While it's okay for your director to schedule some of them, you can do some good by putting your name out there. Follow these 9 tips to ensu...
Pageants in Iowa
Iowa isn’t just about cornfields and the Iowa State Fair—it’s also home to a thriving pageant community! Whether you’re looking for a high-glam competition or a scholarship-driven pageant, Iowa has something for every aspiring...
Pageants in Missouri
Missouri isn’t just about the Gateway Arch and barbecue—it’s also home to a thriving pageant scene! Whether you’re looking for a prestigious title, scholarship opportunities, or just an exciting and empowering experience, Miss...
Is your pageant rigged? Here's the safest way to ensure fair pageant results.
The pageant industry has had its fair share of cheating scandals that have thrown lucrative pageants into disarray, ruining the reputations of contestants, and tarnishing the image of the entire industry. Last year, the Miss USA 2022 pageant was e...
Pageants in Kansas
Kansas isn’t just about wheat fields and the Wizard of Oz—it’s also a thriving hub for pageantry! Whether you’re looking for a high-glam competition or a scholarship-driven pageant, Kansas has something for every aspiring titl...
Pageants in Kentucky
Kentucky is famous for the Derby, bluegrass music, and, of course, pageantry! Whether you’re new to the world of pageants or a seasoned competitor, Kentucky offers an array of competitions for all ages and experience levels. With Pageant Planet...
How to Clean Your Pageant Sash
Most pageant girls will tell you that one of the most difficult pageant items to keep clean is their sash. Since most sashes are white, wearing them out to appearances provides a ton of opportunities for them to get a bit dirty. People, especially ch...
The Ultimate Guide to African American Pageants
The pageant world broadens itself daily as new and exciting systems are emerging. There are so many different types of pageants out there for every type of pageant girl that it’s difficult to keep track of them all. On the bright side, you have...
Pageants in Minnesota
Minnesota isn’t just about lakes and cold winters—it’s also a powerhouse in the world of pageantry! Whether you’re looking for a prestigious title, scholarship opportunities, or just an exciting and empowering experience, Minn...
How to Perfect Your Pageant Walk
Nothing is more important to your overall pageant score than perfecting your pageant walk and mastering your pageant pose. I have seen girls with perfect swimsuit bodies score average while girls with average bodies have score perfectly. Likewise I&#...
Pageants in New York
New York isn’t just about Broadway and skyscrapers—it’s also a major stage for pageantry! Whether you’re aiming for a national title, seeking scholarship opportunities, or looking for an empowering experience, New York has a p...
Ten Tips To Run A Profitable Beauty Pageant
Running a profitable beauty pageant has many similarities to planning any successful event and whether you are a competitor, pageant director, or simply a fan who dreams of organizing and managing your own pageant, there is a lot to lea...
What You NEED to Know to Win a Festival Pageant
Call them what you will, festival pageants are a different genre of pageant altogether. Also referred to as royalty, scholarship, ambassador programs or the like, these pageants are typically run in cooperation with a fair or festival. Winners are ch...
Get More Pageant Clients for Your Aesthetic Practice
Pageant contestants are always looking for ways to look and feel their best before competition day. Whether it’s skin treatments, cosmetic procedures, teeth whitening, or laser services—contestants turn to beauty experts to help them glow...
Pageant Sponsorship Letter Template
Sponsor letters are highly encouraged in the pageant world. Competition attire and various accessories, entry fees, spotlight pages, traveling costs and other expenses quickly add up. Therefore, it’s essential to turn to donations to help make ...
Pageants in Virginia
Virginia isn’t just about rich history and beautiful coastlines—it’s also home to a competitive and inspiring pageant scene! Whether you’re looking to win a national title, earn scholarship opportunities, or enjoy an empowerin...
Top 10 Pageant Interview Questions for the Princess Division
The questions asked for the Princess Division are typically appropriate for girls ages 3 to 6. National American Miss has their Princess Division for contestants 4 through 6. Miss America Coed has their Princess division at ages 3 thro...
Diet vs. Exercise: Which Deserves The Weight Loss Title?
By Guest Writer, Amanda Nighbert, Registered Dietitian. We’ve all been there: the 5:45am spin class, swathed in Lycra, pedaling and panting like the Demagorgon from Stranger Things is on our heels (and hoping our lungs don&rs...
Which States Have Not Won Miss USA
The easiest way to make history and become famous in pageantry is to become the first girl to win in a state or country where there has never been a national or international titleholder. This rule is called that "Law of Firsts." Some ...
15 Famous People You Didn't Know Were Pageant Girls
We all know the poster children for post-pageantry success: Oprah Winfrey, Gretchen Carlson and Halle Berry, but there are a vast number of women in Hollywood who got their start in pageantry. Pageantry is an excellent training ground for the enterta...
7 Tuxedo Trends to Consider for Your Next Male Pageant
It’s not every day that men have a tuxedo, or even a suit, in their closets. Most men these days rent them for that day’s event only and many offices have turned into “Business Casual,” work places. Throughout the 80’s a...
3 Tips to Answer "Why Do You Want to Be Miss _______?" During Interview
"Why do you want to be the queen of your state?" may just be one of the worst questions a judge can ask a contestant right next to, “What can you tell me about yourself?” (Because you know you spent hours writing your resume for...
15 States That Have Never Won Miss USA
Since its founding in 1952, Miss USA has crowned one lucky lady a year to represent the country and live out her dreams. Although most states have taken home the coveted crown, there are some states that have produced several Miss USAs. State...
How to Pin a Pageant Crown on the Head of Your Successor
We have all experienced that awkward moment (whether you are the crowner or the crownee), after all clapping has ceased and you are still struggling to pin the crown onto the head of your successor. No offense to you queenies out there, but we ...
How To Answer Beauty Pageant Questions
According to a magazine, the top ten beauty pageant questions are somewhat like these set of questions; “Tell us something about yourself and your family”, “What or who inspires you the most?”, “What would you do to be...
3 Qualities You Need to Win a Pageant
Pageant can have anywhere from two to over 200 girls all competing for one title. With so many girls, how can you make sure to stand out against from the crowd? When you are competing with so many girls in your division, what makes one contestant mor...
Run Your Pageant with Less Stress & More Profit
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How to Prepare for a Glitz Pageant
This headshot would score well in a Glitz pageant! If you are trying to prepare for a Glitz Pageant not only can you tune in to the popular show “Toddlers and Tiaras”, but you can check out these helpful tips for your daughter! Glitz ...
Pageant Packing Checklist
Ironically enough, as I was writing this article, I was in the process of packing; although the packing criterion for my escapade was restrictive, which is no fun. I am a diva and a bit high maintenance when it comes to packing, do I have any compatr...
10 Lazy Beauty Hacks Every Pageant Girl Should Know
We all know the feeling: It's 6 a.m., you've hit the snooze button multiple times stalling until the last possible second, and you definitely can't function without your favorite cup of Starbucks or Dunkin coffee. Chances are, you're ...
10 Common Questions Asked in a Miss America Interview
Our new Miss America was just crowned, and while we saw the ladies strut their stuff on stage in Evening Gown, Talent, and Onstage Question, earlier this week each delegate participated in the Interview competition. The interview is a panel-style int...
Setting (and achieving) Pageant Goals
Here we are - the dreaded final quarter of the year. It’s a barren wasteland of abandoned planners and empty Ben and Jerry’s containers, where once-beloved pageant goals are pushed aside, only to die slowly…pitiful and forgotten. ...
