the 16th annual
miss louisiana leatherette contest
SATURDAY, AUGUST 19TH, 2017
the 16th annual
MISS LOUISIANA LEATHERETTE 2017 - GIA GIAVANNI
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Miss Louisiana Leatherette 2018 takes a tongue in cheek look at gay leather pageantry in a delightful evening for all. The contest is open to all artists/entertainers who wish to present their best with an outrageous "leather" twist. The contest is open to all gay, straight, transgender, mate, female, bisexual, and those in transition...you get the message, ANYBODY! Past contestants have included participants from every gender/label imaginable. The point of this contest is fun, so the first rule is "don't take yourself so seriously", the more outrageous the better. Camp? Definitely! The winner will be awarded a trophy, crown, sash, and a cash prize.
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CONTESTANTS WILL BE JUDGED IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES
PARISH COSTUME - A creative interpretation of costuming representing a Louisiana Parish of the contestant's choosing. Be innovative! Orleans Parish orange prison jumpsuit? It's been done. Let your imagination flow. (MAXIMUM SCORE 25 POINTS)
TALENT - A maximum of four (4) minute stage presentation. All contestants are responsible for their own CD formatted music, all music must be turned in at the time of submission of this application. It is recommended the selection fit the spirit of the evening. (MAXIMUM SCORE 30 POINTS)
FETISH WEAR - Contestants will appear in a fetish wear presentation. Think of this as the "swimsuit" segment. (MAXIMUM SCORE 25 POINTS)
FORMAL - Evening wear in the spirit of the contest, suitable for the final awards ceremony. (MAXIMUM SCORE 20 POINTS)
TALENT - A maximum of four (4) minute stage presentation. All contestants are responsible for their own CD formatted music, all music must be turned in at the time of submission of this application. It is recommended the selection fit the spirit of the evening. (MAXIMUM SCORE 30 POINTS)
FETISH WEAR - Contestants will appear in a fetish wear presentation. Think of this as the "swimsuit" segment. (MAXIMUM SCORE 25 POINTS)
FORMAL - Evening wear in the spirit of the contest, suitable for the final awards ceremony. (MAXIMUM SCORE 20 POINTS)
DUTIES OF THE WINNER
- Perform at the 2018 Mr. Louisiana Leather contest to aid in fundraising efforts for the designated charity of the event. The contest is scheduled for Saturday, September 2nd, 2017 at 8:00 PM during Southern Decadence.
- Attend the Annual Royalty Appreciation Party as a guest of the Lords of Leather.
- Attend the Bal Masque as a guest of the Lords of Leather on Sunday, February 11th, 2018.
- The winner will also hold two (2) fundraising events during the title year, with the assistance of The Lords of Leather as requested, for a charity or charities of the winner's choosing. However, one of the events will specifically benefit the Lords of Leather.
BACKSTAGE ASSISTANCE
Contestants will be allowed one (1) assistant backstage. If more than one assistant is found backstage/dressing room, they will be asked to leave. Contestants are solely responsible for the safety of any valuables brought into the dressing area. Neither the Lords of Leather nor the venue will assume any liability for lost and/or stolen property.
PHOTOGRAPHY
In an effort to promote the contest and with no malice or harm intended; photographs of this event and it's participants will be published on the Lords of Leather website: www.lordsofleather.org and any press coverage of the event. Photography is EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED backstage, this includes the use of cellphone cameras, and posting to any social media. Violation of this rule may result in your being disqualified from the contest.
APPLICATION DEADLINE AND FEE
A completed application and non-refundable entrance fee of $25.00 must be turned in to the producer no later than Saturday, August 19, 2017 by 7:00 PM. The application must be fully completed and filled out. The entrance fee may be paid in; cash, money order or bank/cashier check. NO PERSONAL CHECKS will be accepted. The contest producer reserves the right to accept and/or reject any application received after the specified deadline. To obtain additional information and/or questions please use the contact us page. ALL CONTESTANTS MUST BE PRESENT AND CHECKED IN BY 7:00 PM THE NIGHT OF THE CONTEST. THIS YEARS LOCATION IS AT THE FOUR SEASONS & PATIO BAR AT 3229 N. CAUSEWAY BLVD., METAIRIE, LOUISIANA.
DISCLAIMER
The Lords of Leather is a "not-for-profit" Mardi Gras Krewe based in New Orleans, Louisiana. By accessing, and the submission of a signed application, contestants understand and agree to release and hold harmless The Lords of Leather, Inc., it's members, the selected venue, venue owner(s)/employee's or representatives from any liability for damages, injuries or other liabilities occurring from any source as a result of participating in the function.
By accessing and printing the contest application I have read the above terms and conditions (costume, talent, fetish wear, formal, duties of the winner, backstage assistance, photography, application deadline/fee, and disclaimer) I further understand that any violation of the rules of the contest might result in my being removed/disqualified without reason, and I will not be refunded my entrance fee.
