About the Competition
The North Dakota International Pageant System is unique because it is a platform/community service based competition. Each delegate is required to have a platform. This can be a cause, community service, or charity of choice to represent throughout the year. Our titleholders are distinctive because they are civic minded, passionate, and involved in their communities. There are no right or wrong platforms. A platform can be a personal project, community service, support for a local charity or organization, or it can involve mission work or other church related activities. Each delegate is strongly encouraged to travel across North Dakota as a champion for their platform.
PERSONAL INTERVIEWS
Round robin interviews are conducted between each judge and the delegates. There are a total of 5 judges and each delegate will have a 5 minute interview with each of them. No political or religious questions will be allowed, unless it pertains directly to your platform. Judges will keep in mind accomplishments, family/school commitment, communication skills, and community involvement. Wardrobe for the interview segment may be a dress, business suit, or a skirt and shirt of your choice. Here are some additional videos to demonstrate appropriate wardrobe for Personal and Onstage Interview Teen Video ; Miss Video ; Mrs. Video
Round robin interviews are conducted between each judge and the delegates. There are a total of 5 judges and each delegate will have a 5 minute interview with each of them. No political or religious questions will be allowed, unless it pertains directly to your platform. Judges will keep in mind accomplishments, family/school commitment, communication skills, and community involvement. Wardrobe for the interview segment may be a dress, business suit, or a skirt and shirt of your choice. Here are some additional videos to demonstrate appropriate wardrobe for Personal and Onstage Interview Teen Video ; Miss Video ; Mrs. Video
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ON STAGE INTERVIEWS
Contestants will answer two on stage questions. On stage interviews will be conducted as follows: Part One - a prepared and memorized summary of your platform in 30 seconds. Part Two - a follow-up question to your platform. The question will be another opportunity to get to know you and your answer must be 30 seconds or less. You may wear the same wardrobe as you wore during private interviews, or you may choose to change into a dressier option that is more geared towards an evening look. Here are some additional videos to demonstrate appropriate wardrobe for Personal and Onstage Interview Teen Video ; Miss Video ; Mrs. Video
Contestants will answer two on stage questions. On stage interviews will be conducted as follows: Part One - a prepared and memorized summary of your platform in 30 seconds. Part Two - a follow-up question to your platform. The question will be another opportunity to get to know you and your answer must be 30 seconds or less. You may wear the same wardrobe as you wore during private interviews, or you may choose to change into a dressier option that is more geared towards an evening look. Here are some additional videos to demonstrate appropriate wardrobe for Personal and Onstage Interview Teen Video ; Miss Video ; Mrs. Video
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EVENING GOWN
Each contestant will select the evening gown of her choice. Some part of the gown must touch the floor. Evening gown will be scored on the self-confidence, poise, and grace the delegate shows. A picture of your gown must be sent to the directors to avoid duplicates.
Each contestant will select the evening gown of her choice. Some part of the gown must touch the floor. Evening gown will be scored on the self-confidence, poise, and grace the delegate shows. A picture of your gown must be sent to the directors to avoid duplicates.
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FUN FASHION
This is the modeling segment of the competition. It is glam, glitzy, and dressy. Picture something worn at a high fashion runway event. It is not casual, not jeans, and not an evening gown. It should reflect the contestants personality and show her flair for fashion and style. A picture of the fun fashion outfit must be sent to the directors to avoid duplicates. Here are some additional inspiration videos for the Fun Fashion category Teen Video ; Miss Video
This is the modeling segment of the competition. It is glam, glitzy, and dressy. Picture something worn at a high fashion runway event. It is not casual, not jeans, and not an evening gown. It should reflect the contestants personality and show her flair for fashion and style. A picture of the fun fashion outfit must be sent to the directors to avoid duplicates. Here are some additional inspiration videos for the Fun Fashion category Teen Video ; Miss Video
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FITNESS WEAR
Each delegate will be judged on confidence, energy, eye contact, and healthy appearance. Fitness wear must be the official garment provided by the Competitive Image. The fitness outfit may not be altered in any way, no adornments may be added, and the inseam must remain at least 3 inches long. Footwear must be an all-white tennis shoe of your choice. Fitness wear order form
Each delegate will be judged on confidence, energy, eye contact, and healthy appearance. Fitness wear must be the official garment provided by the Competitive Image. The fitness outfit may not be altered in any way, no adornments may be added, and the inseam must remain at least 3 inches long. Footwear must be an all-white tennis shoe of your choice. Fitness wear order form
OPENING NUMBER
All delegates will take part in the opening introductions for the pageant. Cocktail dress or jumpsuit of your choosing.
All delegates will take part in the opening introductions for the pageant. Cocktail dress or jumpsuit of your choosing.
REHEARSALS
All delegates will also participate in rehearsals. Rehearsals are non-competitive, however keep in mind that judges will be invited to watch. The media may also stop by. Our photographer will also be taking photos during this time. Wardrobe should be dressy, but comfortable. Wear your local sash and bring all of your competition shoes to rehearse in. Rehearsal is a shoe rehearsal only, no competition wardrobe will be allowed.
All delegates will also participate in rehearsals. Rehearsals are non-competitive, however keep in mind that judges will be invited to watch. The media may also stop by. Our photographer will also be taking photos during this time. Wardrobe should be dressy, but comfortable. Wear your local sash and bring all of your competition shoes to rehearse in. Rehearsal is a shoe rehearsal only, no competition wardrobe will be allowed.
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