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Evening Gown
The Evening Gown Category showcases each contestant’s grace, poise, and sense of style. This phase of competition allows contestants to express their personality and elegance through their presentation and gown choice.
Judges will consider the following criteria:
- Poise and Grace – The contestant’s composure, fluidity of movement, and confidence on stage.
- Overall Presentation and Stage Presence – How the contestant’s personality shines through her walk, expression, and engagement with the audience and judges.
- Gown Choice and Appropriateness – The suitability, fit, and overall impression of the gown in complementing the contestant’s age and personal style.
- Sense of Style and Personality – How well the contestant uses fashion to reflect individuality, confidence, and charm.
The Evening Gown segment is not a contest of the most elaborate attire but a reflection of how confidently and beautifully each young woman carries herself. Contestants should embody timeless elegance, inner confidence, and the poise of a true Miss American Teenager.
FITNESS
The Fitness Category is designed to evaluate each contestant’s confidence, energy, stage presence, and commitment to a healthy lifestyle. This phase of competition celebrates strength, vitality, and self-assurance rather than physical perfection.
Judges will consider the following criteria:
- Confidence and Poise – How confidently and comfortably the contestant carries herself on stage.
- Stage Presence and Personality – The contestant’s energy, charisma, and ability to engage the audience and judges.
- Physical Fitness and Appearance – Overall fitness level as reflected in posture, tone, and presentation.
- Suit Selection and Styling – Appropriateness, fit, and overall visual impression of the fitness attire.
Contestants should present themselves in a manner that reflects health, confidence, and a positive self-image. This is not a competition of body type, but of how well each young woman embodies balance, wellness, and inner strength.
Interview
The Interview Category is designed to give each contestant the opportunity to share her personality, opinions, and communication skills with the judges. This phase highlights authenticity, and the ability to express oneself with confidence and sincerity.
Judges will consider the following criteria:
- Communication Skills – Clarity, articulation, and confidence in expressing thoughts and ideas.
- Personality and Poise – The contestant’s warmth, attitude, and composure during the interaction.
- Substance and Content of Answers – Thoughtfulness, relevance, and sincerity of responses.
- Overall Impression – The contestant’s overall presentation, engagement, and ability to make a positive and memorable connection with the judges.
The Interview segment is not a test of perfection, but an opportunity for each contestant to show who she is beyond the stage—her character, confidence, and inner strength. Contestants should approach the interview as a genuine conversation that reflects their goals, values, and individuality as a future Miss American Teenager.
Costumes
The results of this competition is not used to determine the overall winners of Miss American Teenager; however, each contestant is REQUIRED to wear a costume symbolic of the area they represent. Get creative by researching your state flower, tree, or bug. Perhaps someone historical or famous is from your state that you want to represent. Remember, think big...think memorable! Awards will be given for Most Original, Creative and Whimsical.
