Instructions
Find pageants for which you are qualified on the Internet. A very diverse pool of pageants exists, many of which cater to different locations, ethnic groups, body types and ages.
Plan to meet the details required for registration in advance. Most pageants require a registration and sponsorship fee, along with an entrance fee for family or friends in the audience. Plan to be interviewed as the first cut to the pageant.
Take a simple and classy head shot. Most pageants require a professional looking photo for each competitor in later stages of the competition.
Bring the wardrobe you will require for each of the categories in the pageant. Especially in your first few pageants, you may want to keep your wardrobe within a budget. Like anything, winning pageants can take practice, so don't feel obligated to overspend in your first few attempts.