A Pageant Queen’s Preparation Checklist

Whether it’s your first pageant or your hundredth time competing, there are always new things to learn about making pageant day go off without a hitch. A big part about feeling prepared for your pageant is having all of the essential items, but most competitors find that no matter how prepared they think that they are, they are missing something once the big day rolls around. Ensure that you can handle anything that comes your way on pageant day with this preparation checklist that covers every possible pageant-day crisis – and keeps you feeling ready for anything.

• Clothing
  • A smart yet casual outfit for arriving at the pageant, complete with matching jewelry
  • A formal gown with matching shoes and jewelry
  • A business-like interview outfit with tasteful yet noticeable jewelry
  • Other types of competition outfits, such as a talent outfit (check with your specific pageant to see if you need this)
  • A comfortable and sporty outfit for rehearsals and down-time
  • Swimwear, if necessary
  • Proper undergarments for each outfit
  • Garment bags to keep it all together
• Beauty
  • Hairspray (and lots of it!)
  • Bobby pins
  • Hair elastics
  • Brushes and combs
  • A curling iron and/or hair rollers
  • A shower cap to keep your style in place
  • Makeup
  • Makeup remover
  • Q-tips and applicators
  • False eyelashes
  • Setting spray
  • Nail polish
• Toiletries
  • Shampoo, conditioner and body wash
  • Deodorant (preferably clear to avoid stains)
  • Razors and shaving cream
  • Lotions
  • Sunscreen
  • Tweezers
  • Toothbrush and floss
  • Feminine hygiene products
• Maintenance Items
  • An all-inclusive sewing kit
  • Clothes hangers
  • Scissors
  • Snacks
  • An iron or steamer
  • Travel-sized stain remover
  • Lint roller
  • Safety pins
  • Extension cord
  • Double-sided tape
  • Nail polish remover
  • Cell phone and laptop chargers
  • Cash for emergencies