Wednesday, May 17, 2017

2018 BEAUTIES of AMERICA PAGEANT - August 3, 4 and 5, 2017 
Independently owned, produced and directed by Diverse Dreams, LLC * www.beautiesofamerica.com * info@beautiesofamerica.com * 210-684-8554

‘Celebrating Beauty and Achievement at Every Age!’®
The Beauties of America pageant is a great way to celebrate your inner and outer beauty! 
BECOME A DELEGATE TODAY!

BASIC RULES
- Each delegate must be a naturally born, genetic female.
- Each delegate must be a citizen of the United States of America through either birth or naturalization process.  
- English is the official language of the Beauties of America pageant.
- Each delegate must be of good moral character having never committed a public act that is not consistent with the highest standarts of moral integrity.  She must not have appeared nude in print, film or live, or participated in any lewd or provocative public acts or behaviors.
- Each delegate must provide a certified copy of her birth certificate in order to verify age, gender and citizenship.
- Little Princess, Princess & Pre-Teen divisions are ALL NATURAL competitions, however, delegates in these age divisions may wear minimal blush and lip gloss. 


COMPETITION DIVISIONS GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
*              60’s delegates must be at least 60 and no older than 69 on August 31, 2017.
*              50’s delegates must be at least 50 and no older than 59 on August 31, 2017.
*              40’s delegates must be at least 40 and no older than 49 on August 31, 2017.
*              30’s delegates must be at least 30 and no older than 39 on August 31, 2017
*              20’s delegates must be at least 20 and no older than 29 on August 31, 2017.
*              Teen delegates must be at least 16 and no older than 19 on August 31, 2017.
*              Jr. Teen delegates must be 13, 14 or 15 on August 31, 2017.
*              Pre-Teen delegates must be 10, 11 or 12 on August 31, 2017.
*              Princess delegates must be 7, 8 or 9 on August 31, 2017.
*              Little Princess delegates must be 4, 5 or 6 on August 31, 2017.

In the event that a delegate will celebrate a birthday between August 31, 2017 and September 30, 2017, that would cause her to move up to the next age division, the delegate must compete in the older age division. 20s thru 60s delegates may or may not have children and can be single, married, widowed or divorced.   

AWARDS are part of the pageant experience. In addition to the winners’ prize package, awards will be presented in each age division to Best in Evening Gown and Most Photogenic; these awards are voted on by a separate panel of judges and have no bearing on the outcome of the pageant. One delegate in the entire pageant will receive the Congeniality and People’s Choice awards; these awards are voted on by the delegates or the audience and have no bearing on the outcome of the pageant.

COMPETITION Beauties of America is an at large competition based on age division.  Delegates only compete with other delegates in their age group.  Competition is based on four categories only: Personal Interview, Fitness, Evening Gown and Photogenic. 

WARDROBE – each delegate is required to provide her own wardrobe. Detailed information will be given to registered delegates only.
1.           Opening Production Number – Delegates will not be judged in the opening production number. Wardrobe requirements will be given to registered delegates only. 
2.             Photogenic, Personal Interview, Fitness Wear and Evening Gown wardrobe requirements will be given to registered delegates only.

PHOTOS – each delegate will need to provide (via email) 1– 5 x 7 color head shot photo and 1– 8.5 x 11 color full body photo (head to toe, standing, facing the camera). These two photos should be recent, professional quality color photos and will be used for the program magazine, judge’s notebooks and social media. BOTH photos will be used for the photogenic portion of the competition.  DO NOT send these photos until you have received photo requirements. Detailed photo requirement information given to registered delegates only.

ENTRY FEE – entry fee is $500.00 (payment options available).  Your entry fee helps cover some of the expenses involved in production. Payments can be made by PayPal, Square, Cashier’s Check or Credit Card. No personal checks are allowed.

YOUR non-refundable $250.00 deposit or entry fee in full must be paid in order to receive your Delegate Confirmation Letter and Sponsor Letter. Your $250.00 non-refundable deposit is included in your entry fee.  If you are not accepted as a delegate your deposit will be returned to you. Your Delegate Handbook contains more competition information and will be e-mailed to you when your entry fee is paid in full. Delegate numbers are limited so ENTER TODAY!

Delegates should understand that there is a professional responsibility to the pageant, sponsors and state you live in. If selected as one of the national titleholders, appearance requirements must be met and you are required to fulfill your contractual obligations. Please email us at info@beautiesofamerica.com with any questions you may have. We look forward to working with you as you take this journey in your life!

Wednesday, December 09, 2015

Beauties of America Pageant Crowns New Titleholders!
The Beauties of America Pageant began over 30 years ago with the purpose of ‘Celebrating Beauty and Achievement at Every Age!  The Beauties of America Pageant believes that pageantry has a positive message to share; celebrating not only inner and outer beauty, additionally recognizing the achievements of the American woman.

For many years titles have been awarded in the Teen, 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s & 60s age divisions.  2015 introduces several new titles to the Beauties of America family, growing the Beauties of America to 11 titleholders!  The new titles are: Little Princess (ages 4 – 6), Princess (ages 7 – 9), Pre-Teen (ages 10 – 12), Jr. Teen (ages 13 – 15) Teen (ages 16 – 19), 20s (ages 20 – 29), 30s (30 – 39), 40s (40 – 49), 50s (50 – 59), 60s (60 – 69) and Diamond (lifetime titleholder over 60).

2015 introduces new titleholders that will continue their reign until August 2016.  The new titleholders were awarded during the Crowning Ceremony Reception held in San Antonio, Texas.  Welcome, Beauties of America 2015/16 titleholders!

Beauties of America Diamond – Billye Fietz
Currently residing in Texas, Billye is the first Diamond titleholder and a previous 60s titleholder. One of her wonderful talents is quilting. Three words that best describe her are Creative, Dependable and Determined. When asked ‘who or what motivates you and why?’ She responded, “I can be a bit of a procrastinator. Knowing I have a deadline (even a self-imposed one), always get me moving. Crossing thing off a list keeps me satisfied.” Additionally we asked Billye, ‘What accomplishment in your life are you most proud of?’ She responded, “My family! I’ve been married for 48 years; have 3 wonderful grown children, 9 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. I am extremely blessed!”

Beauties of America 50s – Terry Hlibichuk
Terry is our first national titleholder from the beautiful state of Wyoming! One of the many things she enjoys is storm watching. Three words that best describe her are Determined, Sincere and Kind. When asked ‘who or what motivates you and why?’ She responded, “My clients motivate me because they work so hard towards their goals.” Additionally we asked Terry, ‘What accomplishment in your life are you most proud of?’ She responded, “My son and grandchildren and that I’ve never given up on my goals!”

Beauties of America 30s – Nicole Roberts
Currently residing in Texas, some of her hobbies are reading and fishing. Three words that best describe her are Kind, Funny and Intelligent. When asked ‘who or what motivates you and why?’ She responded, “Happiness motivates me, if you are happy and positive everything else falls in place.” Additionally we asked Nicole, ‘What accomplishment in your life are you most proud of?’ She responded, “While I was a college student I was part of changing the odds of the lottery scratch off tickets.”

Beauties of America 20s – Amanda Middleton
Currently residing and teaching in Texas, part of her many hobbies is hiking. Three words that best describe her are Philanthropic, Tom-girl and Big-Red (Gum). Visit our website for more details on her Big-Red description! When asked ‘who or what motivates you and why?’ She responded, “My students motivate me every day to be a better person and teacher. I want to be the best I can be so they enjoy school and become the best version of themselves.” Additionally we asked Amanda, ‘What accomplishment in your life are you most proud of? She responded, “I am most proud of accomplishing my childhood dream of becoming a teacher and winning the 1st Year Educator of the Year award for my school as well as the Alamo Toyota Driving Education to the Top Award 2014 for all of San Antonio.”

Beauties of America Teen – Lysette Lara
Currently a college student in Texas, one of Lysette's many talents is singing.  Three words that best describe her are Outgoing, Compassionate and Confident.  When asked, 'who or what motivates and you why?'  She responded, "My mother and all of the children in the world whom I have yet to meet because their drive and passion for life inspires me to be a better and brighter individual and someday change the world."  Additionally we asked Lysette, 'What accomplishment in your life are you most proud of?'  She responded, "Making a difference in the life of a young girl in distress at a treble region choir performance.  I comforted her and at the end she was grateful for the concern of a stranger and lifting her spirit up."

Beauties of America Jr. Teen – Shelby Frederick
Shelby is the first Jr. Teen titleholder for Beauties of America.  Residing in Texas with her family, she has several hobbies which include cooking and baking.  Three words that best describe her are Dedicated, Fun and Kind-hearted.  When asked 'who or what motivates you and why?'  She responded, "My family motto, 'Frederick's don't say can't."  Additionally we asked Shelby, 'What accomplishment in your life are you most proud of?'  She responded, "overcoming my learning disabilities in speech and reading."

Beauties of America Little Princess – Makayla Hernandez
Makayla is the first Little Princess titleholder for Beauties of America.  She enjoys life in Texas with her family and loves to dance!  Three words that best describe her are Caring, Happy and Smart. When asked 'who or what motivates you and why?' She responded, "My mom, because she helps me do better."  Additionally we asked Makayla, 'What accomplishment in your life are you most proud of?"  She responded, "Graduating to the First Grade 2015-16!

The Beauties of America Pageant philosophy has always been that women and young ladies are fabulous and unique at every age, and pageants should reflect that.  Through the years, the Beauties of America Pageant has been fortunate to see many beautiful and accomplished women and young ladies.  For over 30 years the Beauties of America pageant has been true to its' mission of 'Celebrating Beauty and Achievement at Every Age!'

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Wednesday, February 18, 2015

Wednesday, February 11, 2015

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