Envision Your Reign

1. Color-blocking . The camera loves color. Be sure to choose tones that go well with your skin tone and against the backdrop being used. 2. Contrast using colors that "pop". 3. Go Monotone with neutrals, but make sure they compliment your skin tone 4. The traditional western chic look isn't complete without a pair of swanky cowboy boots. Don't forget to add a pop of color with accessories. 5. Go glam with a custom look that could rock any runway.

Top 5 at NAM Nationals 16 in the Junior Pre Teen division Here are the Top 10 Must Haves for Serious Pageant Competitors: 10. Photographer - Serious pageant girls need headshots for comp cards, program books, photogenic competitions, and social media, too! Selfies and school pictures will not be sufficient to achieve the effect of a serious pageant competitor. Be sure to get a photographer that specializes in pageant headshots rather than a mall studio or another specialty type. They will know just how to capture the contestant so you can submit winning photos. 9. Photo Editor - This may be the photographer or another vendor. Photographers can take excellent shots, but if the shot is marred with fly-aways or bad acne, it just ruins the whole photo. 8. Photo Printer - www.mpix.com is a highly recommended online printer. Images are ordered and they come right to your mailbox. What good is a fabulous shot if its on a bad print? 7. Hairstylist - I can't cou...

Once you've received your invitation in the mail, questions will start flying off the top of your head. What's good to wear? What will be expected of her? How do I make sure she gets in? The first thing I can tell you is...relax! It's super simple and fun! Here are 5 tips to be sure you're not stressed and have fun at a National American Miss open call: 1. Arrive Early! It's stated in the confirmation e-mail you received, but I have seen so many times where people arrive what they think is 'on time' or even worse, late.  Give yourself 30 minutes prior to start time.  When you arrive, there will be a check in station and your daughter will get a sign with her name on it. Why does she get this sign?  See Tip #2. 2. Photo Shoot Tips. Depending on which state you reside, she'll do a photo shoot.  It will be really quick! The cameraman will snap about 8 or so photos and he'll help choreograph her. Wear bright colors! I personally prefer solids, b...