1959 beauty pageant mail in
A blast from the past!
In 1959, mail-in beauty pageants were a popular way for women to participate in beauty contests from the comfort of their own homes. Here are a few examples of mail-in beauty pageants that took place in 1959:
- Miss America Mail-In Contest: The Miss America Organization held a mail-in contest in 1959, where women could submit their photos, measurements, and a brief biography to compete for the title of Miss America. The contest was open to women aged 18-26 who were U.S. citizens.
- Miss USA Mail-In Contest: The Miss USA Organization, which is part of the Miss Universe Organization, also held a mail-in contest in 1959. Women could submit their photos, measurements, and a brief biography to compete for the title of Miss USA.
- Miss Teenage America Mail-In Contest: The Miss Teenage America Organization held a mail-in contest in 1959, where teenage girls could submit their photos, measurements, and a brief biography to compete for the title of Miss Teenage America.
- Miss Charm USA Mail-In Contest: The Miss Charm USA Organization held a mail-in contest in 1959, where women could submit their photos, measurements, and a brief biography to compete for the title of Miss Charm USA.
To participate in these mail-in beauty pageants, women would typically need to:
- Send a photo of themselves, usually a formal portrait or a photo in a swimsuit.
- Provide their measurements, including height, weight, and bust, waist, and hip measurements.
- Write a brief biography, including their age, occupation, and interests.
- Pay an entry fee, which varied depending on the contest.
The winners of these mail-in contests would then be selected based on their photos, measurements, and biographies, and would go on to compete in live pageants or other competitions.