I am excited to share that I have been selected as a Media Correspondent with The Pageant Planet. It was only a year ago that I was recognized by them in their article “Top 4 Pageant Hairstyles for Natural Hair.” The Pageant Planet is the largest pageant resource in the world, and I am deeply honored…
Archives for May 2017
Natural Hair is Normal Hair
I was among the millions around the world who witnessed Miss District of Columbia USA 2017 Kára McCullough get crowned as Miss USA 2017. I must say I was excited that an intelligent, polished woman of African-American decent was bestowed with this honor. The buzz in the media that has been happening the past few…
The Ultimate Pageant Side Hustle
It costs to compete. Point blank. You need a sufficient amount of funds to cover the application, pageant fees, travel, accommodations, meals, wardrobe, hair, makeup, accessories, etc. You do not have to be rich in your journey to the crown, but you must have means to pay for the journey. Yes, you can be Frugal Francesca and…
Pageant Rules Are Not Made to Be Broken
I know there is this adage that says, “Rules Are Made to be Broken.” Well, that is a fallacy in the pageant world. Not following the rules and regulations that are set forth by a pageant system could easily cost you the crown. Each pageant has its own distinct set of rules regarding judging and…
The Fashionetta Experience
Parents: Is your daughter interested in giving back to her community? Is she interested in learning about etiquette, self-esteem, and health living? If you answered “yes” to one or both of these questions, then the The Fashionetta Experience is for her. The Fashionetta Experience is presented by the Beta Nu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,…