By: Yasmine Malone | Dec 9, 2024
Clarksdale, Mississippi – On Saturday, December 7, 2024, the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Iota Delta Omega Chapter hosted Fashionetta 2024: A Winter Enchantment in Pink and Green. This elegant event featured contestants showcasing their unique career, fashion, and professional attire, radiating femininity and grace.
The Mistress of Ceremonies, Dr. Amanda Dear-Jones, guided the audience through an enchanting evening. The Coahoma Community College Pinnacle resonated with the harmonious sounds of the Clarksdale High School Choir, directed by Andre Nawl, and soulful piano medleys performed by sorority sisters Ashley Wiley and Demetriea Jackson.
The judging panel included Clarksdale natives Dorothy McCaskill, Linda Downing, and Orlando Paden, who evaluated the contestants in three categories: confidence, poise, and style.
At the end of the night, the winners were crowned as follows:
- Miss Fashionetta: Christian Edwards
- 1st Runner-Up: Khloe Williams
- 2nd Runner-Up: Aja Parker
- Junior Miss Fashionetta: Kaidence Dennis
- 1st Runner-Up: Kyla Powell
- 2nd Runner-Up: Vayia Wade
- Little Miss Fashionetta: Madison Newson
- 1st Runner-Up: Diari Lewis
- 2nd Runner-Up: Videra Dixon
A touching highlight of the evening was the father-daughter waltz, shared by each contestant and her father, which took place just before the crowning ceremony.
In the words of Chapter President LeChandra Singletary, “This event was a testament to how the sorority gives back to the ladies of Coahoma County and beyond.”
The event was a celebration of elegance, legacy, and empowerment, providing contestants with an unforgettable experience and fostering a sense of pride in their accomplishments.
Emma Simpson, a dedicated member of the Iota Delta Omega Chapter, shared her reflections on the pageant. As she supported her grandchild through the experience, she expressed gratitude for the leadership and service skills the sorority helps cultivate.
“As the first of many generations of Alpha Kappa Alpha members in my family, I take immense pride in seeing my family participate in these events,” Ms. Simpson shared. “This gives the ladies something to emulate and aspire to. Having sisters across the world helps mold and develop each other, socially and professionally. These young women learn maturity and how to represent themselves with confidence.”
Fashionetta 2024 will undoubtedly remain a cherished memory for all involved, celebrating the beauty of womanhood and the legacy of mentorship and sisterhood.
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