Send Off Parties

A really fun thing to do before heading off to the Miss, Teen, or Mrs. International Pageants is having a send off party! This was such an exciting way to kick off my pageant week last year. This could be hosted by a family member, friend, director, or anyone else that has been a part of your journey.

Here are some tips/suggestions for your party:

• Plan on having some hors d’oeuvres and beverages for your guests. 
• Be sure to have your autograph cards with you. Everyone will be excited to get your autograph to take home!
• Designate a friend or family member to be the photographer for the event so you capture some great moments.
• Setting up a “photo booth” is a great way to entertain guests! Bring out some props like funny hats, sunglasses, feather boas, etc. and have your photographer snap some silly shots!
• Some people might want to give gifts at the event, but that is definitely optional.
• Make sure to invite everyone that has been a significant part of your time as a titleholder. This could be mentors, coaches, or anyone else that has helped you get to where you are.
• Have fun with it! This is the time to celebrate you, your platform, and all of the amazing things you have accomplished thus far!

My dance teacher, Ms. Kama, is the one that introduced me to pageantry nearly three years ago!

Some of the sweet girls that I competed with at my state level pageant last year.

Happy send off, and see you ladies soon!

If you believe in something, believe in it all the way!

Blair Wortsmith
Miss Teen International 2014