Sunday, September 22, 2013

What To Know About A Glitz Pageant

What To Know About A Glitz Pageant

By Mia Kent


Beauty pageants have become increasingly popular all around the world, including those contests designed for children up to the age of 18. In these competitions, contestants are judged based on their beauty and talents. These contests may be recognized as glitz or natural. A glitz pageant permits, and encourages, participants to wear makeup, big hairstyles and other accessories and items that enhance the beauty.

The beauty-pageant concept came about in the United States of America circa the 1930s. Little Miss America was a pageant that was started in New Jersey during the 1960s. It was originally meant for teenage contestants, between the ages of 13 and 17 years of age. In the year 1964, this contest saw an increase in participants of around 35,000, which led to the introduction of age divisions.

This type of competition is more common in the modern world. In fact, this industry is extremely lucrative. It is estimated that billions of dollars are made annually and most participants spend thousands of dollars per competition. Most of the money is spent on lessons, clothes and other such services.

The majority of these competitions include female contestants. With that said, an increasing amount of boys are becoming involved too. Age divisions are set up for every couple years and range from contestants age zero all the way up to 18 years of age. These divisions might also be known under special names, including Little Miss, Petite Miss and Baby Miss.

It may vary by contest, but most of these competitions last for two hours. There are different rules in places regarding stage time. In some pageants, participants are allowed less than two minutes on stage, which might also be applicable during the talent part of the contest. Participants should know all of the rules and regulations for what they are participating in so they do not lose points or get disqualified. Parents may be on stage with young children, particularly babies, while on stage.

Anything goes for most glitz pageants. The routines rehearsed by contestants are often very elaborate. Usually these include sassy facial expressions and dance moves. Fake nails, spray tans, fake teeth, flawless makeup and intricate hairstyles are also commonly seen in these competitions. This is in stark contrast to what is typical of most natural competitions.

Most natural contests emphasize the natural beauty of contestants. For this reason, there are strict rules on use of makeup, clothing and hair extensions. Usually makeup is not allowed, with the exception of lip-gloss that is non-shiny or small amounts of mascara. While glitz is considered a type of pro-am modeling, natural contests are more on track with the Miss America-style competitions.

Criteria, guidelines and rules for pageantry are known to vary by competition. A glitz pageant is known for its showy and glamorous style. These often include young contestants with big hair, spray tans, fake nails and teeth, makeup, intricate moves and routines, and elaborate costumes. Prizes and titles that can be earned will also range. People who participate in these should be well versed in the applicable rules and regulations.




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