Beauty pageants have constantly been part of our bourgeoning lifestyle and significant social changes greatly influencing the social status of our community. Despite the advent of hi-tech discoveries, beauty pageants still find an unabated place and distinct relevance in the modernized world.
The cultural relevance of pageants had remained steadfastly after the many years since the inceptions of the various beauty titles at stake. The Filipinos, in particular, have fervently embraced beauty pageants as a standardized paradigm that encapsulates the truest essence of feminine beauty and social status.
Majority of pageant organizers upheld a biblical standard on the objectivity of beauty solidifying the idea that physical appearance, grace, intellect, and wit when collectively pieced together could create an epitome of human magnificence and majesty.
In this connection, Special Edition Press, Inc. (SEPI), through its business entity, Philippine Fiesta in America (which has been celebrated annually for the last 15 years) now dubbed Fiesta International (FI), believes that beauty pageants are fun, character-building competitions that enhance and promote personal development, foster friendships, build self esteem, encourage goal-setting, promote community service while spreading goodwill.
If in the past years only Fil-Am beauties were fielded to vie for the Miss Philippine Fiesta title at stake, this year commences the welcoming rule of opening doors for potential candidates from different ethnic groups and the inclusion of male participants, hence, the re-naming of the event to Fiesta in America International King and Queen.
Undoubtedly, the enthusiastic participation of various global communities will create much stronger ties and harmonious relationship among nations…specifically among the ethnic diversity in the community.
For interested parties, here are the Contest Mechanics
1. The Fiesta in America King & Queen International 2014 (FIAKQI-14) is an annual community and multi-ethnical pageant open to all male and female aspirants and Participating Community Organizations (PCO) who meet the following basic requirements:
(a) For candidates:
1. He / she must be a resident alien or a citizen of the United States of America;
2. He / she should at least be 18 to 24 years old by the time of the competition, single, never been married and have never sired / bore any child;
3. He must at least stand 5’ 9” and she must at least stand 5’6” in height barefooted with good physical attributes and pleasing personality;
4. Must be of good moral character, wholesome core values in life, inspiring and influencing youth of today, and never been convicted of any crime or misdemeanor or any drug-related cases;
5. Must be officially endorsed by a participating major ethnic community organization, although personal applicants will be entertained.
6. must at least be in or have finished high school
7. Must be able to express himself or an opinion in English or in his own native language(an official interpreter is allowed);
8. Must submit a photo copy of his / her birth certificate accompanied with close-up and full body shot photos;
9. Must submit all necessary requirements for the contest;
10. Must adhere to all the rules and regulations of the contest;
11. Must, at any given situation, always observe punctuality, courtesy, preparedness, and camaraderie.
12. All submitted materials of the applicants become exclusive properties of the contest organizer (for file).
(b) For Participating Community Organizations (PCO):
1. Interested parties and community organizations must submit a Letter of Intent (LOI) not later than Wednesday, April 16, 2014 addressed to: Fiesta in America King & Queen International 2014 c/o Special Edition Press, Inc. 124 East 40th Street, Suite 1004 New York, NY 10016 or send email to: [email protected]
II -Applicants should fill out the Registration Forms provided by the contest organizers which could be secured from Special Edition Press, Inc. office, bona-fide talent scouts, participating community organizations, and various designated outlets.
III – Special screening will be scheduled to determine the official candidates (one male & one female) to represent the respective country of every participating community organization.
IV – Deadline for submission of entries is on midnight of Saturday, May 31, 2014.
1. Talent Night – A date will be designated specifically for all official candidates to showcase their innate talents whether in acting, singing, dancing, elocution, martial arts exhibition, pantomime, cultural presentation, etc. (This contributes 25 % to the total score)
a. (Note: In the event that a candidate needs accompaniment or side participants, he/she should at least perform the major part and does not totally rely on his/her back-up or co-performer(s).
b. Every official candidate will be given a maximum of 5-minute exposure to fully deliver/perform his/her talent.
c. Two (2) winners (a male and female) during the Talent Night competition will be chosen. They will be given special spots on Friday, August 15, 2014 during the 6th People’s Ball and be formally awarded during the Coronation Nights (Saturday & Sunday, August 16 & 17 respectively) at the Meadowlands Convention Center in Secaucus, NJ.
2. 6th People’s Ball – Friday, August 15, 2014
a. Winners of the Talent Night competition will have a special performance during the People’s Ball.
b. All official candidates will be formally presented through a specially choreographed number for maximum exposure.
3. Fiesta in America King International Competition, Saturday, August 16, 2014
a. Male pageant
a.i. National Costume
a.ii. Sports Wear
a.iii. Swim Wear
a.iv. Formal Wear
a.v. Special awards
a.v.1. Congeniality
a.v.2. Best in Talent
a.v.3. Photogenic
a.v.4. Male Talent Discovery of the Year
a.v.5. Most Promising Male Ramp Model
a.v.6. Best Physique
b. Titles:
5th Place – Fiesta in America King Empire State 2014
4th Place – Fiesta in America King Garden State 2014
3rd Place – Fiesta in America King East Coast 2014
2nd Place – Fiesta in America King USA 2014
1st Place – Fiesta in America King International 2014
c. Note: All top 5 male winners are requested to attend the Beauty Pageant the following day, (Sunday) to escort the 5 winning beauties.
4. Fiesta International Queen Competition, Sunday, August 17, 2014
a. Beauty Pageant
a.i. National Costume
a.ii. Sports Wear
a.iii. Swim Wear
a.iv. Formal Wear
a.v. Special Awards:
a.v.1. Congeniality
a.v.2. Best in Talent
a.v.3. Photogenic
a.v.4. Female Talent Discovery of the Year
a.v.5. Most Promising Female Ramp Model
a.v.6. Miss Body Beautiful
b. Titles:
5th Place – Fiesta in America Queen Empire State 2014
4th Place – Fiesta in America Queen Garden State 2014
3rd Place – Fiesta in America Queen East Coast 2014
2nd Place – Fiesta in America Queen USA 2014
1st Place – Fiesta in America Queen International 2014
XIII –Grand, Consolation, & Special Prizes:
All top-rating (First Placers) will receive the following prizes:
a. Cash prize
b. Round trip tickets for two (2) to country of origin or any place of choice
c. Satin sash and trophy
d. Framed 24” x 36” photo
e. Modeling & promotional contract
f. One year complete Skin Treatment from Almendral Aesthetics
g. Gift certificate
First Runner-up winners (Second Placers) will receive the following prizes:
a. Cash Prize
b. Satin sash and trophy
c. Framed 24” x 36” photo
d. 6 months Skin Treatment from Almendral Aesthetics
e. Gift Certificate
2nd Runner-up candidates (Third Placers) will receive the following prizes:
a. Cash Prize
b. Satin sash & trophy
c. Framed 18” x 24” photo
d. 3 months Skin Treatment from Almendral Aesthetics
e. Gift Certificate
3rd Runner-up winners (Fourth Placers) will receive the following prizes:
a. Cash Prize
b. Satin sash & trophy
c. Framed 18” x 24” photo
d. Gift Certificate
4th Runner-up winners (Fifth Placers) will receive the following prizes:
a. Cash Prize
b. Satin sash & trophy
c. Framed 8” x 10” photo
d. Gift Certificate
For more details, information, and latest updates, please call or email the following:
Nanding Mendez – (917) 612-8861 or [email protected]
Bobby T. Yalong- (201) 300-5234 or [email protected]
Tet Palencia – (908) 265-2932 or [email protected]
Ogie Afable – (908) 447-9293 or [email protected]
Rose P. Javier – (201) 993-8815 or [email protected]
Official 2014 Fiesta in America International King & Queen application forms can also be downloaded from www.fiestainamerica.com or www.philippinefiesta.com
For comments and suggestions, please email: [email protected] or [email protected]
