Congratulations to... TERRI KARCH, MRS. MT. VERNON Terri will be the guest of the Illinois International Pageant to see her choice of two tickets to the INTERNATIONAL PAGEANTS this July in Skokie!
HERE IS THE FASTEST WAY TO ENTER: 1. Skip the registration and just use the official application for your division. 2. Send in your application and first $100 of your contestant fees.
THAT’S IT! YOU’LL BE ENTERED!!!
QUICK PREP AFTER ENTERING: 1. COME TO THE SEMINAR ON AUGUST 1! 2. Find or borrow your competition wardrobe 3. Submit the rest of your contestant fee, get sponsors as you can.
Illinois International Pageants will reimburse you any excess of the contestant fee EVEN AFTER THE PAGEANT (contact the director for more details on this)!
IT’S THAT EASY!!!!
Q: What is the scoring process for the pageant? A: The scoring for the Mrs. division is as follows: Personal Interview 20 pts. possible Aerobic Wear 10 pts. possible Evening Gown 10 pts. possible
Scoring for the Miss and Miss Teen division is: Personal Interview 20 points possible Aerobic Wear 10 points possible Fun Fashion 10 points possible Evening Gown 10 points possible
An on stage interview worth a possible 5 points will be given. Depending on the number of contestants in each division, this event will be for all contestants or selected finalists.
Q: Are there tiaras and sashes available this year? A: Yes, however neither come with registration. Tiaras have always been and remain an option for contestants after the first $100 is paid. This year, sashes are an option and not included with the contestant fee. This will allow contestants to enter up to the deadline without us trying to have a sash completed in time for the pageant. If you have competed before and you maintain your local title, you may use the sash from a previous year. For information on how you can order these items, please contact the director.
Q: What is a platform anyway? A: A platform is a charity or cause you want to advocate for the year. It can be an established charity like the Red Cross or a cause like education. It is best to have something that is impacting or has an impact on the nation or world. This should be a cause you care about and/or are involved in. Contact the director for more details or information if you need.
Q: How do I make my platform strong? A: This is a good question. Just be involved in your platform! 2011 contestants have a long time to use your Illinois title to make appearances and become knowledgable and active! Remember, you do not have to have an official position with an organization to be an advocate!
Q: What are some mistakes a contestant can make before the pageant? A: This is a good one! I’ll add as I think of more... -Not reading information sent by the director - Not asking the director your questions - Preparing for this like a stereotypical beauty pageant. Do your homework ladies! This is a platform based pageant. - Not visiting the International web site for your division to read the rules, see the videos, and get excited! - Not having a real platform - Entering later rather than sooner! - Not coming to the seminars offered - Not attending the International Pageant this summer
Q: Is it possible to get past program books? A: Yes. They are $10.00 plus shipping.
Q: What are the costs for ads in the program book?
PROGRAM BOOK ADS – The following rates applied to 2011 program book ads: · Outside Back Cover $500.00 (Must be confirmed with the director) · Full Page $175.00 · ½ Page $100.00 · ¼ Page $70.00 · Business Card $50.00
Q: Will I have to have my full application package submitted in order to attend [the seminar]? A: No. The cost of the seminar is to have your first $100.00 of contestant fees paid. If you are not sure if you are going to enter, you may come to the seminar for $100.00 and it will be applied toward your fees if you decide to enter the 2011 pageant.
Q: Will the opening number require a black dress? A: No. The Miss and Teen have a Fun Fashion competition and will be wearing that for the opening so that they can go right into the first competition. I'm asking the Mrs. contestants to wear something in kind. A black cocktail dress is fine. You will not be judged on it, but the judges will see you. Plan accordingly.
Q: What is happening with the aerobic wear? A: All contestants can choose to wear a sport bra, tank top or T-shirt. Bottoms MUST have at least a 3 inch inseam (MEASURED ONCE IT IS ON!!!)! No bathing suit bottom or trunks allowed! Biker shorts are a good option. Yoga pants are permitted. NO LOW RISE BOTTOMS!
Q: Is there a contestant agreement this year? A: Yes. It is simply a contract of conduct for the pageant.
