Diamonds and Pearls Second National Pageant
Nov 7-9, 2008 in Dallas Texas!


Over 60,000 In Cash, Crowns, and Prizes to be awarded!!
Over 60 National Titles to be won!!!
1 Ultimate Grand Supreme $2,500 CASH & 6 Foot Stocking of Gifts
3 Grand Supremes 0-3 4-9 10 & Up $1,500 CASH & 5 Foot Stocking of Gifts
3 Novice Grand Supremes 0-3 4-9 10 & Up $1,500 CASH & 5 Foot Stocking of Gifts ($501 Cut off)
3 Ultimate Beauties 0-3 4-9 10 & Up $750 CASH & 5 Foot Stocking of Gifts
3 Mini Supremes 0-3 4-9 10 & Up $500 CASH & 5 Foot Stocking of Gifts

 

0-2 Baby Supreme $500 CASH & 4 Foot Stocking of Gifts
0-2 Baby Mini Supreme $375 CASH & 4 Foot Stocking of Gifts

And Many More!!!
Our Prizes will Amaze you!
Beautiful American Made Rhinestone Crowns!
Fun, Fair, & Fabulous Pageantry at its best!

Our National Guest Emcee: Mr. Tim #1 Requested Pageant Emcee

Age Groups:
 
0-11 Months 12-23 Months 2 Years 3 Years
4 Years 5 Years 6 Years 7 Years 8-9 Years
10-11 Years 12-13 Years 14-16 Years

17 & Up

National Events:
 

Beauty
Beauty competition will be in a pageant style dress (it may be long or short). Wear what looks best on the contestant. The stage will be set up in a traditional back T formation. We are looking for contestants who enjoy being on the stage! A beautiful face, clothes that fit well, and a wonderful personality. Age appropriate attire is important. Judging criteria will be as follows: Facial Beauty, Personality, and Stage Presence (0-2 personality, 3 personality or modeling, 4 & up modeling ability) and Overall Impression. 1 ½ minute time limit.

Optional Modeling Events (Highest Score will be used for Supreme Titles)

DIAMONDS & PEARLS WEAR: *Special Event on Stage 1* This is an anything goes event. Use your imagination and show your interpretation of Diamonds and Pearls wear. There is no right/wrong. Be creative and have fun with this event. May be costume, casual wear, sportswear, western wear, etc. Props are allowed. You may supply your own music or we will supply “Diamonds are a Girls best Friend”. BE CREATIVE!! Attire can be anything! There are NO restrictions. Judging criteria will be as follows: Stage Presence, Personality, Creativity/Originality, and Overall Impression. This event can be Pro-Am or casual wear modeling. 2 minute time limit.

Christmas WEAR: *Special Event on Stage 2* This is an anything goes event. Use your imagination and show your interpretation of Christmas wear. There is no right/wrong. Be creative and have fun with this event. May be costume, casual wear, sportswear, western wear, etc. Props are allowed. You may supply your own music or we will supply Seasonal. BE CREATIVE!! Attire can be anything! There are NO restrictions. Judging criteria will be as follows: Stage Presence, Personality, Creativity/Originality, and Overall Impression. This event can be Pro-Am or casual wear modeling. 2 minute time limit.

ANYTHING GOES: Attire is your choice: Swimwear, Casual wear, Sportswear, Western wear, etc. Modeling style is also your choice: Pro-am or Casual. A selection of songs will be available for you to choose from for your event, or you may bring your own. Judging criteria will be as follows: Stage Presence, Personality, Attire, and Overall Impression. 2 minute time limit.


Photo Events (Highest Score will be used for Supreme Titles)
Bring all photos to registration clearly marked with contestant’s name and age division. Please have single photos in a plastic sleeve to protect the picture and portfolios in a secure binder. All will be returned at the close of the pageant. You may enter extra pictures for $15 each. (The photo each judge chooses to judge will be noted with a color dot on the back.)

COLOR PHOTOGENIC: Judges will be looking for a color head shot, 8 x 10 or 8 ½ x 11. This event will be judged on Overall Impression, Clarity, Facial Beauty, and Personality.

BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGENIC: Judges will be looking for a black and white head shot, 8 x 10 or 8 ½ x 11. This event will be judged on Overall Impression, Clarity, Facial Beauty, and Personality.

NATURAL PHOTOGENIC: Judges will be looking for a Natural head shot, 8 x 10 or 8 ½ x 11. Age appropriate makeup only, no retouching. This event will be judged on Overall Impression, Clarity, Facial Beauty, and Personality.

COMPOSITE: A composite is a collection of your favorite head shot photos and portfolio photos. Judges will be looking for variety! Judging for this event will include Overall Impression, Quality, Variety and Personality.

PRINT MODEL: This should be a photo that you would find in a portfolio. Can be indoor or outdoor, full length, 3/4 length, or close up. Judging for this event will be Overall Impressions, Clarity, Personality, and creativity.
PORTFOLIO:
Your Portfolio should be a collection of your best photos. Both headshots and ½ to full-length shots. Both inside and outside photos. Variety is important. You may have up to 15 photos. All photos must be in individual photo sleeves assembled in a binder. Judging for this event will include Overall Impression, Quality, Variety and Personality.
 


Awards
 

National Awards Package: Beautiful Custom Rhinestone Crown. Rhinestone lined Satin monogrammed Banner with Banner Pin, National Gifts with Christmas stocking, and Awards package when you return to complete your reign and give up your title.

Ultimate Grand Supreme
Ultimate Grand Supreme Queen will be awarded to the one contestant that has the highest total score in beauty, 1 photo event, and 1 modeling event. Winners will receive $2,500 CASH, 6 Foot stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package which will include a beautiful full bucket crown.

Grand Supremes 0-3, 4-9, 10 & Up
Grand Supreme Queens will be awarded to those who have the next highest total score in beauty, 1 photo event, and 1 modeling event. Winners will receive $1,500 CASH, 5 Foot stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package which will include a beautiful full bucket crown.

Novice Grand Supremes 0-3, 4-9, 10 & Up
This title will be awarded to the contestants that have never won more than $500 at one time for one title (not including photo contest). Novice Grand Supreme Queens will be awarded to those who have the next highest total score in beauty, 1 photo event, and 1 modeling event. Winners will receive $1,500 CASH, 5 Foot stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package which will include a beautiful full bucket crown.
Ultimate Beauty Supremes 0-3, 4-9, 10 & Up
Ultimate Beauty Supremes will be awarded to those who have the highest scores in the beauty event. Winners will receive $750 Cash, 5 Foot stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package which will include a beautiful full bucket crown.

Mini Supremes 0-3, 4-9, 10 & Up
This title will be awarded to the next highest combined scores from beauty, 1 photo event, and 1 modeling event. Winners will receive $500 CASH, 5 Foot stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package which will include a beautiful bucket crown.

Baby Supreme 0-2
Baby Supreme Queen will be awarded to the contestant who has the highest total score in beauty, 1 photo event, and 1 modeling event in the 0-2 age group. Winners will receive $500 Cash, 4 Foot stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package which will include a beautiful full bucket crown.

Baby Mini Supreme 0-2
Baby Mini Supreme Queen will be awarded to the contestant who has the next highest total score in beauty, 1 photo event, and 1 modeling event in the 0-2 age group. Winners will receive $375 CASH, 4 Foot stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package which will include a beautiful full bucket crown.


Diamond Doll Supreme 0-5, 6&up

This title will be awarded to the contestants with the highest combined scores in Beauty and Diamonds & Pearls Wear. Winners will receive a $250 CASH, stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package.

Christmas Doll Supreme 0-5, 6&up

This title will be awarded to the contestants with the highest combined scores in Beauty and Christmas Wear. Winners will receive a $250 CASH, stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package.

Dazzling Doll Supreme 0-5, 6&up

This title will be awarded to the contestants with the highest combined scores in Beauty and Anything Goes. Winners will receive a $250 CASH, stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package.

Beauty/Photo Supreme 0-5, 6&up
This title will be awarded to the contestants with the highest combined scores in Beauty and 1 photo event. Winners will receive a $250 CASH, stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package.

Beauty Supreme 0-5, 6&up

This award will be awarded to the contestants with the highest facial beauty score during the beauty competition. Winners will receive a $250 CASH, stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package.

Supermodel Supreme 0-5, 6&up

This title will be awarded to the contestants with the highest combined scores in 2 modeling events (not Beauty Event). Winners will receive a $250 CASH, stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package.

Personality Supreme 0-5, 6&up

This title will be awarded to the contestants with the highest personality scores in 2 modeling events (not Beauty Event). Winners will receive a $250 CASH, stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package.

Photo Supreme 0-5, 6&up

This title will be awarded to the contestants with the highest combined scores in 2 photo events. Winners will receive a $250 CASH, stocking full of gifts and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package.

13 Divisional Grand Supreme Queens

There will be a Divisional Supreme Queen crowned in each age group. This will be the contestant with the highest score in Beauty, 1 photo event, and 1 modeling event. Winners will receive $150 Cash and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package.

13 Divisional Supreme Queens

There will be a Divisional Supreme Queen crowned in each age group. This will be the contestant with the highest score in Beauty, 1 photo event, and 1 modeling event. Winners will receive $100 Cash and a Diamond and Pearls National Awards Package.

Side Awards: The following awards will be awarded in each age group. Everyone is automatically entered in these awards if you enter the event. Winners will receive a trip to the Diamonds and Pearls Store to pick out there own gifts!
Diamonds & Pearls Wear, Christmas Wear, Anything Goes, Color Photogenic, Composite
Black & White Photogenic, Portfolio, and Natural Photo, Print Model
Judged during Beauty: Personality, Most Beautiful, Prettiest Eyes, Best Smile, Best Hair, and Dazzling Doll (the contestant who the judges feel has that extra sparkle!)

 

Program Book: Each contestant must submit a wallet size photo along with your registration form, entry form, and deposit. (Pictures can be emailed in .jpg format to: diamondsandpearlspageantry@yahoo.com. Please include your name. Each contestant will be featured in our National Program Book. Judges will be using our program book as a reference tool. Your picture must be included. Deadline for pictures is October 24th.

$ $ $ $ Earn Fees off Nationals! Contestants may choose to have businesses or family members sponsor them by advertising in our program book. 75% of everything sold will be credited towards your fees. WOW!! THAT IS 75% OF ALL YOUR AD SALES WILL GO TOWARDS YOUR ENTRY FEE! All ads must be ready to print and may include your photo. Make checks payable to: Diamonds & Pearls. Ads and checks must be received by Nov 1st. Full page ad: $100; half page ad: $50; Business Card: $15 (in other words, sell full page and receive $75 off your fees, sell half page and receive $37.50 off your fees; sell a business card size ad and receive $11.25 off your fees). We will have an overall ad sales queen who will be named our Diamonds & Pearls Sweetheart and will receive a D&P National Awards Package. (Must sell 10 full pages minimum for title to be awarded)

Cover Girl: Submit your headshot photo by either email or mail by October 15th. $40 for first photo and $15 for each additional photo. Winner will be featured on the front of this year’s state program book and will receive a Diamonds & Pearls National Awards Package. This title can be double crowned. Winner is eligible for all other awards. Our 1st Runner Up will be featured on our inside cover and will receive a beautiful crown, banner, and national prizes. Judging for this event will include Overall Impression, Clarity, Facial Beauty, and Expression.

Print Model Queen: We will select one Print Model Queen. This will be a portfolio type picture and will be featured in the center of our program book. Please submit your portfolio photo by either email or mail by October 15th. $40 for first photo and $15 for each additional photo. Winner will receive a Diamonds & Pearls National Award Package. Our 1st Runner Up will be featured on our inside back cover and will receive a beautiful crown, banner, & national prizes. This title can be double crowned. Winner is eligible for all other awards. Judging for this event will include Overall Impression, Quality, and Expression.
 


EARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS!!!!!

A $200 Deposit, Entry Form, and MC Sheet is due:
By Oct 1, 2007 for a $100 Early Bird Discount
No exceptions after deadline date….please do not ask! This is to help us properly prepare for the pageant!
Remember!!! ~~ You are placed in line up according to when your deposit AND all other info is received!

Hotel Information
Sheraton Grand Hotel at DFW Airport
4440 W. John Carpenter Frwy
Irving, TX 75063
1-800-345-5251
www.sheratongranddfw.com
Room Block Ends : October 15, 2008
No bad sportsmanship allowed.
Stage will be in a T formation with 3 x’s across the back and one at the front. There will be a line up before beauty stage competition. No line up in other events.
3. No checks accepted at the door or 2 weeks prior to pageant date. No refunds on deposit unless pageant is cancelled. Money will be applied to next year’s National Pageant at director’s discretion and is only transferable 1 time.
You will compete your age as of the date of the pageant NO FALL BACK. You may move up a group if you wish but NEVER back.
Contestants are placed in line up according to when their deposit, emcee sheet, and registration form is received. FIRST IN – LAST OUT or your choice in line (first come first serve) **Please note that a deposit alone does not place you in line up!
VISA, MASTERCARD accepted through Paypal. Paypal address: diamondsandpearlspageantry@yahoo.com
Everyone must be pre-registered. NO DOOR ENTRIES WITHOUT LATE FEES. This also helps us make sure there are plenty of gifts to go around.
Age groups are never combined. If an age group reaches a large number of contestants, we will consider splitting. No guarantees.
Pageant normally runs on time. Please cooperate with us to help make the pageant run smoothly. A final schedule will be given out at registration. Please be on time for each event. If you are not in line when your name is called, you will have to compete at the end of the group. However, no points will be deducted. We will never start an event early unless everyone is lined up. If we are running behind, we will post an updated schedule at the door. We will try our best to stay on schedule but will keep you aware of any delays so you can plan accordingly.
There is a time limit of 1 ½ minutes for beauty and 2 minutes for all other modeling events. When your time is up, the contestant will be thanked and should exit the stage. There will be NO DEDUCTIONS if the contestant has not finished their routine.
Contestants 2 years old and under must be accompanied by an adult during line-up. No exceptions.
No cameras of any kind will be allowed in the ballroom. A professional photographer and videographer will be on hand for stage shots and videos. All Queens will be required to stay after crowning for group and individual pictures for next year’s promotional materials.
You may use one discount/package price plus an Early Bird Discount for the pageant, Unless the package is stated to include the earlybird discount. Discounts are given throughout the year from photo contests, sibling discounts and guestbook drawings. You may use the highest discount earned throughout the year. Diamonds and Pearls does offer a sibling discount. Pay the first child's supreme entry/package in full and siblings may enter the supreme entry/package for 1/2 price. Discounts are not transferable from one contestant to anther. To use your discount, you deposit, emcee sheet and registration form must be in our office by October 24, 2008. Discounts will be void after this date. Discounts are not transferable from one contestant to anther.
Line up will be set Oct 26th. After this date, you may not change your line up request or change your age group. NO CHANGES WILL BE MADE AT THE PAGEANT.
Crowning will be in Beauty attire, crowning attire, Diamonds and Pearls Wear (if appropriate) or Christmas Wear
All Darling Dolls of America Royalty are eligible to compete in Diamonds and Pearls Nationals. This is a separate system and will be treated as such.
All Previous royalty can recompete except 2007 Ultimate Grand, Grand Supremes, Ultimate Beauty and Mini Supremes.
Judges decisions are final.
PLEASE DO NOT CALL AND ASK HOW MANY ARE IN YOUR GROUP OR WHO IS IN YOUR GROUP. THIS INFORMATION WILL NOT BE GIVEN OUT AS IT MAY CHANGE.
You must have a good time!!!!!
ALWAYS so many rules!!! LOL………………..

Click HERE for Your Emcee and Entry Form Online

Thank you for your time. We at Diamonds and Pearls Pageantry appreciate you, without you we would not be here. Our goal is to ensure participants have a fun, fabulous and fair pageant experience. Our awards have been designed to offer something for everyone. We want EVERY contestant to leave proud of her accomplishments over the weekend and feel like a winner! Gifts will be abundant and awesome! We want our new royalty to leave ready to be spoiled throughout the year and our princesses leave ready to come back and give it another go next year.

 

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