Elegance shine at Miss Duinesig 2024

Radiating women empowerment
The Miss Duinesig competition was held on 27 September and allowed learners to showcase their fashion talents in front of a panel of judges for the crown.
Amalia Amutenya
  • 1 Week Ago
The evening of 27 September burnt with elegance, excitement, and empowerment in the Immanuel Ruiters Primary School Hall at Kuisebmund as Duinesig High School hosted its much-waited Miss Duinesig competition. It was one sure way of showing the school's commitment to nurturing self-confidence and talent among students. The event was fantastically graced by displaying beauty, grace, and charisma until Ines Paulus was crowned the well-deserved winner of the competition.

The competition, which was themed Winter Wear, added a unique flair to the event; contestants stepped out in stylish winter-inspired outfits that really brought out their creativity and sense of fashion. Electric was the atmosphere as finalists hit the stage, exuding confidence and poise, each ready to make their mark.

The judges for the evening were no strangers to the world of pageantry and modeling. In attendance were Precchie Andre, Miss Teen Universe 2024; Felan Shipena, a finalist in the Miss Teen Namibia 2024 competition; and Valentino van der Schuur, Mister Teen Walvis Bay 2022. These well-regarded judges took their time to closely assess the contestants on stage - not only by how they looked but also by the confidence, personality, and overall disposition each carried with themselves.

For Ines Paulus, Miss Duinesig was not just a title but a strong podium to inspire her peers. The significance taken from being crowned Miss Duinesig was shared by Paulus: "It means so much to represent all girls at school, encouraging them to feel confident in their skin and letting them know that you can do anything you set your mind to."

The event was a highly successful occasion with incredible talent and spirit amongst students. Beyond the glitter and glamour, Miss Duinesig served as a vehicle for personal growth in leadership skills, teamwork, and community building among students.

As it were, Miss Duinesig is not about competition - it's all about empowerment, talent, and the strength of young ladies bonding together and letting their individual lights shine.