A pageant, according to the dictionary is defined as :
An elaborate public dramatic presentation with tends to depict a specific event that maybe historic or traditional
A spectacular celebration
A mind blowing Procession
A colorful and showy display
Based on these definitions that form the very backdrop of every pageant that occurs in modern day, what counts most is the garments worn by those masquerading on the ramp and putting their best foot forward.
While the above definitions mainly connote the traditional essence of what a pageant was, today it is about the beauty contests at various levels such as inter-collegiate, inter-district, inter-state, international, etc. In fact, most growing up girls dream of walking the ramp wearing the Miss Universe or Miss World crown wearing a beautifully designed pageant dress.
Pageant dresses need not only be worn for such magnificent occasions and showcased by models. They can be also worn at special festive occasions and cocktail parties. These dresses or gowns are generally assembled by designers, who create international designs. Some are rather heavy, while other are rather sophisticated and simplistic.
Today, there is a wide ranger of these dresses that include the classic and vintage collections; as well as the contemporary and modern designs.
There is so much to opt from. And most times people are so confused that they need someone to help them make a choice when visiting a boutique for such a dress.