Beauty Competition Collection

The Dream of Paris (oil on panel)
XIR223223 The Dream of Paris (oil on panel) by Coecke van Aelst, Pieter (1502-50); 47.5x35 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; Netherlandish, out of copyright

A Beauty Competition at Buda-pesth (engraving)
1046152 A Beauty Competition at Buda-pesth (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Beauty Competition at Buda-pesth)

1975 Coventry Carnival Queen seen here with her two maids of honour. 5th April 1975

1970 Coventry Carnival Queen seen here with her two maids of honour. 9th April 1970

Six of the best. The six girls who won their way through to the finals of the Coventry Carnival Queen competition to be held at the Lord Mayors ball The six Coventry girls are (left to right)

Seven sparkling smiles from the girls who won their way through to the finals of the Coventry Carnival Queen competition to be held at the Lord Mayors ball on April 15th 1978 March 16th 1978

Miss World Contestants in traditional dress, at the Royal Albert Hall, 27th November 1969. Pictured: L-R Miss Costa Rica Damaris Urena, Miss Colombia Lina Maria Garcia

Newly crowned Miss World Eva Rueber Staier, receives a goodbye reception at the Picaddilly Hotel in London, 29th November 1969

Winter Olympics Games at Innsbruck, Austria. British Ice Skater John Curry celebrates on the podium after his gold medal win. February 1976

Only five girls have so far entered the Miss Cardiff Beauty Contest. Pic shows one of the contestants. 27th June 1990

A view of a television beauty competition Holiday Girl not seen by the viewers. The programme was broadcast from Brighton. Left back Renee Jacobs, Mavis Ridgeway, June Scath and Marion Lewis

Television beauty competition Holiday Girl seen here being broadcast from Brighton. Left back Renee Jacobs, Mavis Ridgeway, June Scath and Marion Lewis. 10th August 1953

The baby show at Dartford, Kent. 1938

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"Captivating Beauty: A Glimpse into the World of Beauty Competitions" Step back in time and immerse yourself in the allure of beauty competitions throughout history. From exquisite artworks like "The Dream of Paris" to captivating engravings such as "A Beauty Competition at Buda-pesth, " these depictions showcase the timeless fascination with feminine grace. Travel to Coventry, England, where tradition meets glamour. In 1975, witness the enchanting Coventry Carnival Queen alongside her two maids of honor, their radiant smiles lighting up the stage on that memorable 5th April evening. And let's not forget about the unforgettable 1970 Carnival Queen and her maids of honor who graced us with their presence on a magical night just nine days later. Marvel at the determination and talent displayed by six exceptional girls who triumphed over countless others to reach the finals of Coventry's prestigious competition. Their elegance and poise captivate our hearts, leaving us in awe. Venture further into international beauty pageants as we glimpse Miss World Contestants adorned in traditional dresses at London's iconic Royal Albert Hall on November 27th, 1969. Witness Eva Rueber Staier being bid farewell after being crowned Miss World—a moment brimming with pride and accomplishment. But they are not limited to glamorous stages alone; they extend even to sports arenas like Innsbruck during Winter Olympics Games. British Ice Skater John Curry mesmerizes audiences with his graceful moves—proof that beauty knows no bounds or limitations. From grand spectacles to more intimate affairs, every competition holds its own charm. Only five courageous young women dared enter Miss Cardiff Beauty Contest—an event shrouded in mystery yet filled with potential for dreams come true. And finally, peek behind-the-scenes into a television beauty competition as Holiday Girl takes center stage amidst bright lights and cameras rolling from Brighton.