Question 1

Who can enter the Continental Worldwide Pageant?

Accepted Answer

We have three divisions to accommodate a variety of age ranges and marital statuses. Our Miss Division is open to women who are ages 18 to 39 who are single, married, divorced or widowed; with or without children. Our Mrs. Division is open to all married women who are at least 18 years of age; with or without children. Our Ms. Division is open to women who are age 40+ who are single, married, divorced or widowed; with or without children. You must be a naturally-born female to compete. You must be the appropriate age for your division by the time of the competition.

Question 2

What titles are available at the national/international pageant?

Accepted Answer

There are two titles available in each division. As such, six (6) women will be crowned at the national/international pageant. The states/regions and countries compete at the same time. The girl with the highest overall score in her division wins the Continental Worldwide title. The next highest score representing a state/region wins the USA title. Those with state/regional titles hold their titles up to 30 days after the pageant as they have first right of refusal to retain their titles for another year at a reduced entry fee. Those with national titles hold their titles on the calendar year and end on 12/31 of the year of their reign. They also have first right of refusal to retain their titles, also at a reduced entry fee.

Question 3

What is an "appointed" state or regional title? What is an appointed national title?"

Accepted Answer

Appointed titles are awarded in states or regions where we do not currently have a state preliminary pageant. Appointed state or regional titles are awarded on a first come, first served basis. You may apply for an appointed title in any state or region as long as you either live or own property in the state for which you want to be appointed. Those with appointed state or regional titles are invited to compete at our national pageant.   Appointed national titles are for women who wish to represent a country in which they live, or have a hereditary connection to, where we do not have a national pageant. There are no national appointed titles in the United States. We invite as many women as possible to represent! We want a full and fun international pageant!   Those with appointed titles are responsible for their own transportation to/from and lodging at the national/international pageant.

Question 4

Do I have to live in the state I want an appointed title in?

Accepted Answer

No. You do not need to live in that state. However, you must work, attend school, or own property there. We would prefer that you choose a state in the region in which you live because appearances are required. Regional titles are a good choice if you choose to not represent the state of your residence.

Question 5

What are the areas of competition?

Accepted Answer

We have four core areas of competition plus on-stage question:   - Personal Interview: You will have the opportunity to speak with each judge, one-on-one for five minutes. You will be judged on how well you communicate and how well you are able to articulate your platform. Interview is worth 30% of your score.   - Fitness: You will be judged on your physical fitness and how confidently you carry yourself on stage. You will wear a fitness wear outfit of your choice. No swimsuits. Fitness is worth 20% of your score.   - Runway Fashion: This is where our fashion mavens really shine! You will be judged on how confidently you carry yourself on stage and how well you model your outfit of choice. Runway Fashion is worth 20% of your score.   - Evening Gown: You will be judged on your grace and how confidently you carry yourself on stage. You will wear an evening gown of your choosing. It must be full-length. Evening Gown is worth 30% of your score.   - On-Stage Question: For finalists only, you will be asked a question that you pull from a bowl. On-Stage Question is worth 5 additional points on top of your previous scores.

Question 6

What all do I need to compete?

Accepted Answer

You will need an interview outfit, fitness wear, runway fashion attire (think fun fashion), evening gown, shoes, jewelry and a white cocktail dress for opening number.

Question 7

What are my responsibilties as a titleholder?

Accepted Answer

You have three, non-negotiable responsibilties as a titleholder:    1. You must help recruit new contestants to the Continental Worldwide International Pageants system. 2. You must make at least one appearance per month with your crown and sash. 3. You must create title-specific social media pages to promote yourself and the pageant system.

Question 8

What do the crowns look like?

Accepted Answer

State/Regional Crowns look just like the local crowns, but are larger, and also feature the colored stones and pearls.       National Appointed Title Crowns also feature    the colored stones to represent the divisions, but also feature pearls because pearls are "the queen of gems and the gem of queens" according to Grace Kelly, Princess of Monaco. These are about 4" tall and have a larger circumference than the state/regional crowns as well as a comfort band.         Our international crown is five glorious inches tall and features Preciosa crystals. a pearl band and a comfort band. It is stunning! Pictures do not do it or its sparkle justice.

Question 9

What are the entry fees?

Accepted Answer

Appointed State or Regional titles are $895 and INCLUDE the cost of your $400 ad fee for the national/international pageant program book.    Appointed National tiles are $995 and INCLUDE the cost of your $400 ad fee for the national/international pageant program book.   All entry and appointed title fees can be broken down into three payments making it more affordable than ever to compete in the pageant. Your initial payment reserves your title. Your title is not reserved until your first payment is made. 
Entry fees cover all production costs (theatre rental, set, music, lights, sound, staffing, etc.) You will also receive a beautiful, full round crown (specific to your division and competition level), custom sash (with rhinestones for state/regional and national titles), all meals pageant day, and workshops leading up to the state or national pageant.  In addition to your entry fee, you are responsible for selling a minimum of four (4) tickets to the live pageant or live-streamed pageant. We have a promo code for your guests to use to purchase tickets at the live pageant.   All entry fees  and appointed title fees can be paid directly through our web site on the "Payments" page.   While you may withdraw from the competition at any time, payments collected for entry fee or ad pages are nonrefundable.

Question 10

How can I use Klarna to get my crown and sash faster?

Accepted Answer

We offer a payment plan as well as Klarna to make paying your entry fees as easy on you and your budget as possible. If you go to the PAYMENTS page under the COMPETE tab in the navigation on this Web site, you will see there is an option to make three payments toward your entry fees. To break these down into smaller payments, you can use Klarna, which will allow you to make four (4), interest-free payments over eight (8) weeks. You will not receive your crown and sash until two of the three installments on the PAYMENTS page are made. To get your crown and sash more quickly, you could start a Klarna payment plan like this: Pay the first installment with Klarna this week, which will have you paying about $75 every other week toward this first installment. Then next week, you could use Klarna to pay the second installment, so you will end up paying about $75 per week for nine weeks. Klarna pays the Pageant immediately. As such, once you use Klarna to start paying on the second installment, your sash will be ordered and you will receive your crown and sash within a couple of weeks!

Question 11

Are there any refunds?

Accepted Answer

There are no refunds for any reason. If you are paid in full and then discover that you cannot compete, please email Loreen Olney at Loreen@continentalpageant.com.

Question 12

Do I have to return my crown and sash?

Accepted Answer

If you are unable to pay your entry fees in full, and/or have not paid your entry fees in full and cannot compete for whatever reason, you are required to return your crown and sash. Until your entry fees are paid in full, your crown and sash remain the property of Continental Worldwide Pageant LLC. Please email Loreen Olney at loreen@continentalpageant.com to discuss.

Question 13

Can I compete in other systems while I am a Continental Worldwide titleholder?

Accepted Answer

No, you may not compete in any other systems while you are a currently Continental Worldwide queen. If you choose to compete in another system, you must relinquish your title and crown. There are no refunds.