Cooly rocks on Pin-Up Pageant
“Imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it’s better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring.”
– Marilyn Monroe
Celebrating the fashion, hair and makeup of yesteryear, get ready to be dazzled by our talented pageant finalists at the Cooly Rocks On Pin-up Pageant! With three entertaining rounds that feature the ‘Classic’ and ‘Rockabilly’ styles that have come to define the festival, the Cooly Rocks On Pin-up Pageant welcomes talents from all walks of life. Come witness the spotlight shine on each Pin-up as they grace the stage with their beauty and talents!
NO TICKETS REQUIRED!
2013 – Cherry Amour
2014 – Miss Polly Petticoat
2015 – Fifi la Rouge
2016 – Miss Holly Wouldn’t
2017 – Foxy Rocket
2018 – Ruby Alabaster
2019 – Cherry Amour
2021 – Curley Sue
2022 – Maizie May
2023 – Bunny Boulevard
2024 – Miss Mon Mon
2016 – Madame Mason
2017 – Rose Dluxe
2018 – Vena Cava
2019 – Madama La Vie
2021 – Cherry Red
2024 – Reckless Penny
YOUR 2024 PIN-UP PAGEANT FINALISTS!
Classic
APHRODITE DARLING
LADY LOVE BUG
MISS HEATHER-LEE
MISS MON MON
MISS POLLY ROSE
ROXIE D'LITE
Rockabilly
bambi blaze
MADELEINE MAYHEM
lauren rebelle
MISS GLAMDOLL
RECKLESS PENNY
XENA
YOUR 2024 PIN-UP PAGEANT AMBASSDORS!
MISS CHRISSY
Always exuding uninhibited warmth, charisma and elegant charm, Miss Chrissy has dedicated her life to exploring the rich histories of early 20th century style. Whether it’s emceeing events, hosting vintage styling workshops, educating children about etiquette and self-worth, readying brides for their big day or working as a consultant on period productions – she executes each new endeavour with an honest respect for her vintage influences.
BETTIE BUTCHER
Australia’s ‘Hostess with the mostest’, vintage stylist, mentor and all-round sweetheart, Bettie Butcher is a down to earth Pin-up from Brisbane! As a charity liaison for the Pinups of Australia community, Bettie is a passionate advocate for #VintageVibesNotVintageValues and anti-bullying. A true ‘Bettie of all trades,’ she recently launched a clothing line, styling products and even creates digital art of Australian pinups!
YOUR 2024 PIN-UP PAGEANT JUDGES!
BUNNY BOULEVARD
The Cooly Rocks On 2023 Pin-up Pageant Winner Bunny Boulevard is back! A proud Chinese Australian, Bunny has always represented both cultures in her Pin-up style drawing inspiration from Audrey Hepburn. When she’s not at pageants, Bunny has been serving in the Royal Australian Air Force for the past 6 years or you can find her at home cookin’ up delicious foods!
SHELLEY MINSON
An avid 50s enthusiast, Shelley Minson has been dressing in vintage inspired style for a number of years, whether it’s in her every day life or on stage when she’s rockin’ it out with her husband. Having been featured in various retro magazines for her Pin-up style, we can’t wait to have Shelly as part of the judging panel for the 2024 Cooly Rocks On Pin-up Pageant!
VIOLET DEVILLE
A captivating presence in the Pin-up community, Violet Deville has fast become one of Australia’s primary Pin-ups. Frequently collaborating with renowned photographers, Violet’s distinctive alternative rockabilly style has landed her on numerous Pin-up magazines and judging panels and we can’t wait to welcome her to Cooly Rocks On!
FAQs
Applications will open for the 2024 Cooly Rocks On Pin-Up Pageant closer to the festival dates. Twelve finalists will then be chosen to compete at the festival held from 5 – 9 June, 2024.
The Pin-up Pageant venue entrance will include a ramp to cater to accessibility needs. However, due to stage infrastructure, accessibility onto the stage is restricted. Cooly Rocks On will provide a designated performance area in front of the stage to cater for finalists with accessibility needs.
Finalists are selected based on a series of selection criteria including:
- How connected the applicant is to the Cooly Rocks On pillars of motors, music and lifestyle
- How well the applicant expresses their knowledge of the pin-up culture and history
- How well the applicant presents themselves (hair, makeup, attire and poise)
- How well the applicant expresses and represents the modern-day values in which the Pin-up Pageant promotes
There will be prizes awarded to the Pageant Winner, Runner-Up and Most Entertaining Awards. More details listed below!
Pageant Winner
- Title of ‘Cooly Rocks On Pin-Up Pageant 2023’ Winner
- $1,000 cash
- Cooly Rocks On Advocate, participating in event media and PR opportunities for the following year
- A seat on the 2024 Cooly Rocks On Pin-Up Pageant judging panel
- RK Retro Dresses Pageant Winner retail package
- Winners Sash
- Winner Floral Bouquet
Runner Up
- Title of ‘Cooly Rocks On Pin-Up Pageant 2023’ Runner Up
- $500 cash
- RK Retro Dresses Pageant Runner Up retail package
- Runner Up Sash
- Runner Up Floral Bouquet
Most Entertaining
- Title of ‘Cooly Rocks On Pin-Up Pageant 2023’ Most Entertaining
- $100 cash
- RK Retro Dresses Most Entertaining retail package
- Most Entertaining Sash
- Flower posy
- Day Wear
- Uniqueness of You – includes performing a talent on stage
- Evening Wear
12 finalists have been chosen to compete in the 2024 Cooly Rocks On Pin-up Pageant.
Pageant Ambassadors will be engaged to ensure all applicants and finalists have an authentic, fun and supportive Pageant experience. Your 2023 Cooly Rocks On Pin-up Pageant Ambassadors will be there to support you every step of the way! Stay tuned for when we announce our 2023 Ambassadors.
If you are interested in getting involved in the Cooly Rocks On Pin-up Pageant, there are many roles that we are looking to fill annually and are listed below:
- Pageant Ambassadors
- Pageant Emcee
- Pageant Kittens (backstage support)
- Pageant Judges
Please email [email protected] with your expression of interest detailing what role you believe you are most suited for.
Entry to watch the Cooly Rocks On Pin-up Pageant is free, seats will be offered on a first come, first served basis.
2024 winners
COOLY ROCKS ON PIN-UP PAGEANT WINNER – Classic
Miss Mon Mon
COOLY ROCKS ON PIN-UP PAGEANT WINNER – ROCKABILLY
Reckless Penny
COOLY ROCKS ON PIN-UP PAGEANT MOST ENTERTAINING
Miss Aphrodite Darling
