Envision Your Reign

The natural pageant world is going through a transition, a shift, if you will, on style. What's  "in" what's not, what's appropriate, what's over the top. For about three years or so, we've seen a shift in interview wear from two-piece suits, to dresses in all age divisions. So, the question is: Should my daughter wear a suit or a dress for her next pageant? At one point, two-piece suits were all the rage from Jennifer Roberts knits to custom made shantung silks to off the rack Kaspers. The problem with that, however, is that they are either super expensive, or impossible to find, which forced people to go custom made (which can also be expensive and risky). Today, you'll find many contestants placing and winning in the less expensive alternative with off-the-rack options from Dillard's to Nordstrom. You have to be cautions though, because there are so many options when purchasing off the rack, you can end up buying somethi...

Brooke and her daughter at her NAM Pageant Make the decision well before the pageant finale to celebrate the small successes. When you do this, there’s no way she can lose. Winning at pageantry is not always about the crown and banner, or winning it all. Its about confidence, growth, overcoming fears, making life-long friends, and being your personal best. When you go into a pageant with a “MUST GET CROWN” mindset, you’re likely setting yourself up for failure. In reality, there is only one person that will win the crown. Strive for excellence, and be grateful for what you have. Set a goal to be the best possible version of yourself and aim for that in every aspect. If you do that, you've won! Envision Your Reign

Taylor at her MAC pageant Pageant hair for a natural pageant should be just that...natural. Leave the big, overly teased, extension filled tresses to the glitz world. For pageants like NAM, MAC, and UNM, you want to go with something simple, yet styled. The general rule of thumb is to keep her hair away from her face. This way the attention is on her, not her hair. Other than that, your possibilities are endless. Well, almost. This beauty placed 2nd runner up at her national pageant with this classic half-up /half-down do. Elizabeth won her state pageant with this look. Notice a touch of added volume at the top. Another variation with volume at the top. This sweetheart placed top 10 at her pageant. Izabella placed top 5 at her Iowa pageant with this business look Proudly introducing herself, notice how this Jr. Pre Teen has a sleek look without her hair interfering her face A more elegant look on a Jr Pre Teen Miss Kansas Princess won her st...

Damacia Howard receiving her award for her service with Books for Africa The Volunteer Service Award is among the most prestigious recognitions a girl can receive in a pageant. It recognizes and celebrates a contestant’s hard work, dedication, and commitment to community. Recipients often have hundreds of hours of documented community service that can be traced back three years. This is exciting because it encourages community involvement and service to others, something that many people outside of the pageant world do not realize. In fact,  pageant contestants who are very actively involved in their community go on to become representatives of their state or country largely due to their service work. Robin and her friend both received the Volunteer Service Award at their state pageant Jada received her volunteer award among many others for her work with various organizations in her community Madyson received the volunteer service award for her dedication to...

A stylish, trendy, killer wardrobe is something no pageant girl should be without during pageant week. During themed rehearsals is no exception. This is the time to go all out and have fun. Don't be afraid to step outside of the box, be quirky and go against the grain in your themed attire for your pageant. Miss Maryland Teen and Top Model sporting their 70's wear More 70's attire Teen Queens representing their state in State Pride Wear Red, White and Blue is a must-have for Patriotic Themed Rehearsals Crazy Hair? Don't Care.