Envision Your Reign

Parades and pageantry go hand in hand. They're a great way to show pride in your local communities, promote your title, have fun during your reign. Parade participation creates memories that last a lifetime. Here are some tips on how to make this occasion festive and fun.    1. Secure your participation as soon as possible.   Contact the event organizer or the city if the parade is sponsored by the city or town. Complete the parade entry form or application. Pay the parade entry fee (if applicable).    2. Secure a vehicle . Whether you have your own pick-up truck, convertible or float, you'll want to have some type of transportation. If you don't, contact a local car dealership to requests sponsorship (use of their vehicle). Paying the entry fee in advance and allowing the dealership to advertise with their banner will be a plus for them. The advertising will be a tax deductible expense.     3. Get a car magnet. Contact a local sig...

NAM Texas royalty pose after a pageant Whether you have a local, state, or national title the "unspoken rules" of wearing your crown and sash are the same no matter which pageant system you represent. And if you hold more than one title, these rules are just as important.  Here are my tips on proper crown and sash wear: When and how to wear them. 1. Community Service - Wear your sash or no sash at all. No crown.  Since the focus should be on the people or cause you're serving, a crown is not necessary. It could even take attention away from the cause. Sometimes it's good to bring the sash along with you for photo opportunities before or after the event but leave it off while you're actually serving. You could wear a jacket or t-shirt with your title on it as an alternative. It's always  a good idea to check with the event organizer on what they deem appropriate. Natalia D. performs community service 2. A gala, fashion show, awards ceremony...