Miss SVG Teen Model 2004 was a show with a difference.
Unlike the ordinary queen shows where contestants compete in an interview section and pose in swimwear, the models representing the Adelphi Secondary, Bishops College Kingstown, St. Joseph’s Convent Kingstown, Emmanuel High School Kingstown, Carapan Secondary, St. Joseph’s Convent Marriaqua, the Girls’ High School and the Emmanuel High School Mespo, vied for the title by making three appearances: A promotional speech on St. Vincent and the Grenadines, cheerleading-wear and evening wear.
Stealing the judges’ nod from a bevy of beauties was Miss Bishop’s College Kingstown, Khadaijah Multon, who captured the most points in the Best Promotional Speech On St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Best Evening Wear categories.{{more}}
First runner up went to Kimesha Bailey of the Girls’ High School while second runner up went to Jasmine Samuel of the Carapan Secondary School, who won the Best Cheerleading-wear.
Le Andre Modelling Agency returned to the spotlight with a big bang as it staged the first Miss SVG Teen Model 2004.
The agency, which had been off the scene for a while as it restructured, came back on Saturday night, April 24.
Hundreds of patrons anticipating a great show flocked to the Marcomay Sports Bar and Restaurant where the event was held and the show did live up to their expectations.
Reflecting on the show, Angenella Young, proprietor of Le Andre, told SEARCHLIGHT the “re-launch” was well received.
“The contestants were well chosen and performed well. Most of all the audience seemed to enjoy it,” said Young while adding that she has not received any negative feedback.
According to Young, the time has come to start moulding young models as early as the teenage years for future shows such as Miss SVG.
Young disclosed she took the initiative to stage the show after getting several requests from teens and parents.
“I think Miss SVG Teen Model will lift their self- esteem and prepare them for the future shows,” Young emphasised.
Le Andre’s next major show will be staged during the Carnival season, while one of a similar nature to Miss SVG Teen Model will be held in October during the Independence celebrations. A final event in December will bring the curtains down on Le Andre’s calendar of activities for the year.