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How to Win Beauty Pageants

Learn how to win a beauty pageant in this free online instructional video series, including how to make a good impression, what to wear for swimsuit & evening gown contests, tips for the talent show & what to say in the interview.

Series Summary

P.T. Barnum brought the first beauty pageant to America in 1854 and during the 1880s there were many photo pageants held by newspapers around the country. Miss America is the nation’s largest pageant and began in 1921. During World War II, pageant beauties sold bonds and pageants were held to entertain the troops. Beauty pageants consist of competition in areas such as talent, judged interviews, swimsuit and evening-wear modeling, and platforms.

Are you thinking about entering a beauty pageant? Do you need tips and information on preparing yourself for such an event? Our expert, a pageant contestant, judge and director, shares her knowledge in this series of informative videos. Learn how to apply makeup evenly and effectively for stage lighting. Get tips on choosing evening gowns, sportswear and swimsuits for the competition that complement your hips, shoulders, legs and bust. Our expert also shares tips on first impressions and how to introduce yourself to the judges, other contestants and the crowd. You will learn how to use body language and words to show confidence and interest. Watch and learn how to prepare for a judge’s interview so you leave a lasting impression on your judges. In this series of videos, get tips on great hairstyles, talent competition ideas and modeling tips. You will be a confident pageant contestant after learning what to do and what not to do from these expert interviews.

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About the Presenter

Erica Saylors