Jennifer Romero Wallace

• 1991 Miss Iberia Parish
• 1991 Louisiana Cattle Festival Queen
• 1992 Louisiana Association of Fairs and Festivals' Queen of Queens
• 1994 1st Runner-Up Miss Louisiana USA
• 2001 Mrs. Lake Charles
• 2001 Mrs. Louisiana America

Interview - Take your time completing your bio sheet. Be completely honest and avoid any fudging. Detail your answers. For example, if you like to read, you may put "reading motivational books" or whatever your preference is. Many of your questions for interview will come from your bio. Therefore, the more sincere you are on your bio, the more relaxed you will be for the actual interview. Also, the more interesting your bio, the more likely the judges will ask you questions from the sheet. As for your wardrobe, it depends on the system. In the Miss America system and the Festivals, stick with traditional two-piece suits. In the Miss USA and Mrs. America systems, you have more latitude to show personal flair, but remember that your interview is just that, an interview - it's not a cocktail party.

Evening gown - Don't buy into the advice that says to wear a certain color, style or designer. Wear something that makes you look and feel great! Try not to get anything too risqué - a finicky judge might deduct points. Practice, practice, practice in new shoes! Be sure your dress fits like a glove.

Swimsuit - DO NOT STARVE YOURSELF! DO NOT TAKE DIET PILLS! Try to follow the lessons you learned in grade school about the four food groups. Eat balanced, healthy meals to help you get into shape. Put an emphasis on cardio activity in your exercise routine, with strength training to help you shape your body. Go for a solid color swimsuit - nothing too racy. If you get a one-piece, try to get a v-neck with a low back. Be sure to use body glue on your behind so your suit won't roll up as you walk.

Photography - Many times, your photo is the first thing the judges see, so you want it to be of very good quality. Also, if your picture is going in a program, the judges may flip through the program during breaks and a great photo will keep them thinking of you. There are a number of photographers who specialize in pageant pictures, but they tend to be expensive. If you want to save a bit of money, go to a photographer you trust and bring along pageant photos that will help the photographer pose you. Try to make sure the photos actually look like you.

Hair - This is like the evening gown section - wear what looks best on you and makes you feel the most comfortable. Don't wear a style for competition if you've never worn it before. The last thing you need is one more thing to make you nervous. For interview, try to keep your hair in a professional style. Go for the more dramatic in evening gown.

Try to minimize stress on your competition days. Make sure that you have extra hose, a sewing kit, super glue, etc., so if anything goes wrong you can fix it.