I am a Christian. I am a risk taker. I am a goal chaser. I am a seeker of truth. I am articulate and intelligent. I am a servant. I am a role model. I am magical. I voice my opinions. I stand for justice and equality. I portray love. I rock twist outs, braid…
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Royal Spotlight: Miss Black America Alabama 2015-2016 Kaye Jackson
The Royal Spotlight is an interview series where I highlight queens from a variety of pageant systems. This month I had the pleasure of interviewing Miss Black America Alabama 2015-2016 Kaye Jackson. Tell us about yourself. I was born and raised in the Magical City of Birmingham, Alabama. When I was younger I fell in love…
The Crown is NOT About You
The crown is NOT about you. Really Krystle? That was harsh! Yes, I know I know I am not going to get many “Amens” or “Likes” for making this statement, but I honestly do not care. I am not here to cater to your feelings. My assignment is to tell you the TRUTH so that you are…
Royal Spotlight: Mrs. Alabama Plus America 2015 Keisha Peeples
The Royal Spotlight is an interview series where I highlight queens from a variety of pageant systems. This month I had the pleasure of interviewing Mrs. Alabama Plus America 2015 Keisha Peeples. Tell us about yourself. My name is Keisha Jones Peeples, but I am now shortening it to KJ Peeples. I am a 44 year old mom…
Groupon Coupons for the Frugal Pageant Girl
This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine. My name is Krystle Bell, and I am a frugal pageant girl. Yes, I admit it. I finally took the advice of Iyanla Vanzant, and I stood in my truth. 🙂 I am not a fan of spending tons of money on gowns, dresses, shoes, makeup, jewelry,…
Royal Spotlight: Miss Natural Hair and Health Beauty 2016 Jazmund Walker
The Royal Spotlight is an interview series where I highlight queens from a variety of pageant systems. This month I had the pleasure of interviewing Miss Natural Hair and Health Beauty 2016 Jazmund Walker. Tell us about yourself. I am a youth mentor, motivational speaker, college counselor, and writer from Birmingham, Alabama. I hold a…
KrystleBell.com Top Make Up Artists and Photographers
Having a good make up artist and photographer is crucial in the pageant industry. Contestants rely on having flawless makeup during the interview and the onstage competition (s). A professional photographer is just as important because he or she must have the talent and skill to effectively capture the beauty, poise and personality of a…
Developing a Winning Mindset
What does it take to win a crown? A $5,000 designer gown? Flawless hair and make up? A stunning walk? In my experience, I have come to realize that manifesting a crown is about 80% mental and 20% technique. Proverbs 23:7 says, “For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he: Eat and drink, saith…
A Krystle Clear Thank You to Pageant Moms
Thank you for encouraging us to enter our first pageant when had no desire to compete. Thank you for the hundreds of dollars you spent on registration fees, hair, makeup, and designer gowns. You made Sherri Hill, Jovani, Mac Duggal, and Panoply very happy. 🙂 Thank you for the countless hours you helped us…
Krystle Bell featured on Crown Talk With Byrgundy Radio Talk Show TONIGHT
Send questions for Krystle: crowntalkwithbyrgundy@gmail.com (Send in your question, city and state… no name) Direct link to Krystle’s show: http://tobtr.com/8794801 Long link: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/crowntalkwithbyrgundy/2016/05/04/krystle-bell-pageant-blogger