The talent shouldn’t be something you learn right before the competition. Choose something that you’ve been practicing for at least a year.
If possible, get help from a coach to help you perfect your routine.
Make sure your costume fits properly and doesn’t have any rips or tears before going onstage.
A good dress for an interview would be knee-length or slightly above, slightly conservative, and not too flashy in design. A solid color is ideal.
For example, questions about world affairs, your goals, who you are, who you admire, and your best and worst qualities are common for pageant interviews. Some other subjects that may come up are friends, family, travel experiences, favorite music and movies, your biggest disappointments.
For example, if you are asked about a war you don’t agree with, don’t tell them about your opinion of the war. Instead, tell them about how you feel or would feel about a loved one being away at war. Don’t be afraid to say “I don’t know” if you genuinely can’t think of an answer.
If the pageant will be on TV, you can go a shade brighter than usual for the lipstick and blush.
A soft up-swept style means you have your hair up, but it is not tight or slicked back. You still have some body in your hair, although it is pulled up.
If you have a short body type, wear vertical lines and solid colors. Avoid skirts, hip sashes, and contrasting solids. If you have wide hips and thighs, wear flowing, tailored, or flared skirts. Avoid low waistlines and mermaid gowns. If you’re thin, wear a fitted waist, a draped style, or a fishtail gown style. Avoid dark, strapless gowns. Go for a straight gown or V-shape waistlines if you have a thick waist. Avoid wearing belts or hip sashes.
Check to see if your pageant has rules about gowns before choosing a gown.
