Miss E'Ssence of the Caribbean

Pageant will be held in Orlando Fla.
Contestants do not have to be from the Florida areas only'
Young ladies 15-18 years of age
Must be of Caribbean Descent


Welcome to Miss E’Ssence of the Caribbean

Our Mission
Our mission is deeply rooted in the belief that true beauty shines brightest when it is accompanied by compassion, empathy, and a commitment to giving back. At Creme de la Creme, we are not just a showcase of beauty and talent, but a platform for fostering meaningful connections and making a positive impact on the communities we serve.

Our Goal
Our goal is to provide a transformative experience for our young ladies, equipping them with the tools, confidence, and leadership skills necessary to make a positive impact in their communities and beyond. Through a platform that empowers our contestants to become advocates for causes close to their hearts. By leveraging their influence and visibility, we believe they can bring attention to important social issues and inspire change. Our ultimate goal is to empower our young ladies to embrace their crowns with pride, positively influence others, and leave a lasting legacy of excellence and service.

Eligibility Criteria:

Contestants must be between the ages of 15-18 as of May 11, 2024.
Provide a copy of your birth certificate and two photos: One full body and one headshot.
Must be of Caribbean descent.
Must be born a female.
Must not have a child/children.
Must not be married or have been married.
Must be in good health and can participate fully and without limitations in any program activities.
Application and Entry:

All applications must be submitted by October 30, 2023.
Applicants must provide accurate and complete personal information.
A non-refundable application fee of $95.00 is required upon submission of the application.
Code of Conduct:

Contestants are expected to conduct themselves with respect, sportsmanship, and professionalism throughout the pageant process.
Any form of derogatory language, discrimination, or harassment towards fellow contestants, organizers, or staff will not be tolerated.
Any falsification of contestant's status will result in disqualification without the benefit of a refund, and any and all prizes received must be forfeited.
Contestants are required to strictly adhere to the Beauty Pageant rules and regulations. Violation of these rules may result in disqualification.
Rehearsals/Activities:

A Chaperone/Pageant Coach will be required to accompany and escort the contestants to rehearsals, training events, and all pageant activities.
All contestants MUST attend ALL pageant rehearsals ON TIME.
All pageant rehearsals will be closed to anyone not participating in the pageant.
Contestants are required to attend ALL activities and arrive at SCHEDULED times.
Hair and Makeup:

Crème de La Crème Talent Unlimited, LLC will provide Make-Up and Hair Artist in the dressing area on the day of the pageant.
Contestants can have their hair and makeup prepped by their own stylist before the show, and the Hair and Makeup Stylist provided will just do the finishing touches.
Media and Publicity:

Contestants grant Crème de la Crème Talent Unlimited, LLC the right to use their name, likeness, photographs, and videos for promotional purposes.
Interviews and media interactions should be respectful and in alignment with the values of the pageant.
Rights and Responsibilities:

Crème de La Crème reserves the right to add, change, or delete any rules and regulations at any time without giving notice.
Crème de La Crème reserves the right to change the date and location of the pageant.
Contestants and their Chaperones agree to hold harmless all persons affiliated with the Miss ESsence of the Caribbean Pageant in case of any loss or injury occurring during the entire pageant and preparation for the pageant.
Judging and Scoring:

Judging criteria will include but are not limited to: poise, confidence, talent, community involvement, and interview skills.
"JUDGES’ DECISIONS ARE FINAL AND WILL NOT BE SUBJECT TO APPEAL."
Areas of Competition:
Each Contestant is required to participate in the following competitions:

Personal Interview
Presentation
Resort Wear
Project Runway Wear
Talent
Question And Answer
Personal Interview:

The personal interview competition is the Contestant's best opportunity to allow the judges to get to know them personally and intimately.
Judges will assign a score based on the Contestant's overall First Impression, Communication Skills, Personality, Personal Appearance, Poise, Charm, Self Confidence, and her ability to Articulate her answers.
The Personal interview competition is worth 75 Points of the Contestant's total score.
Presentation:

Each Contestant will introduce herself at the beginning of the pageant.
The presentation will focus on Poise, Diction & Voice Clarity, Content of self, and Facial and Body Expressions.
Resort Wear:

Contestants will create a resort wear look using elements related to their Caribbean heritage.
The Resort Wear Competition will focus on Poise, Confidence, Fashion, and Appropriateness of Dress.
Contestants must provide the music for this segment.