BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – Just before 1:00 a.m. yesterday morning Alsanarda Hanley did a clean sweep at the Miss St Kitts Nevis Caraibes Hibiscus Model Pageant, taking the crown as well as all the judged segments, making history as the first holder of the title, and becoming the Platinum winner of the pageant.
The petit model was outstanding throughout the night and had a large crowd following.
The five judged segments Hanley won were My Island Promotional Speech, Creative Swimwear, Traditional Swimwear by local Designer Sanara Bussue, Evening Wear and Interview.
There was also an award for Best Designer which was awarded to Albertha’s Fashion. Her design was also worn by Hanley.
Hanley’s Creative Swim Wear was dubbed Sugar Crystal while her white and silver one strap fitted Evening Wear that flowed to the ground was entitled ‘Silver Lining’.
In her Ambassadorial Wear, with a head piece made completely with feathers, she highlighted various attractions and features of the Federation and its culture.
Katherina Davis of Molineux was named the Gold winner as first runner up. She also received Miss Photogenic, Miss Congeniality and Miss Community Spirited awards.
The Silver award went to Raisa Wattley-Bertie while Bronze went to Elvisia Glasgow.
When SKNVibes spoke with Hanley, she said felt ecstatic that she won the pageant. “I felt extremely comfortable and delighted on stage. I enjoyed my performances… it was a lot of fun. I’ m proud that the night was a success for me and my preparation paid off but most of all I enjoyed sharing my time with the other contestants, committee members and organizer,” she stated.
Hanley indicated that last night was definitely a fun night for her. She said she felt extremely comfortable and radiant on stage and is proud that she was a success in the pageant.
She noted that what counts most is that she had a whale of a time not only last night but also during the countdown to the pageant when she was spending time with the girls, sharing friendships, interacting with the organizing committee and visiting various charity homes.
The Miss St Kitts Nevis Caraibes Hibiscus Model Pageant Queen said that this has been a good learning experience for her to better herself and enhance her skills and talent. She therefore extended Special thanks to everyone for their support.
“Thanks to the Almighty for without Him all this wouldn’t be possible; he is my rock and guide. Thanks to my mom Sandra Hanley and the rest of the family, also to those who helped with my preparation.
“Your critiques are what I value because they allow me to improve. A billion thanks to Denise Daniel Chaperone, Julie Riley, Geneive Hanley, Shabaina Byron, Calvin Tobias, Alberto’s Fashion, Kymani Phillip, Selector Ubal of Evolution, Sister Sensia, M.J Byron, Suelika of S Model Management, Jason Amory of Movado Model Agency, to Heidi our dance choreographer and the dancers, Dwayne Weeks, Saju N Galla, G. Vision and a new enthusiastic male assistant who offered his help,” Hanley noted.
She also gave special thanks to the contestants, committee members and organizer Gloria Esdaille, to anyone else who contributed to the development of the pageant and also to her supporters whose energy added more spark to her fire.
Hanley will represent the Federation in December in St. Martin where she will compete against a number of other islands.
