Welcome to Australia’s premier national Pinup Competition
We are excited to announce the premier nationwide search for Australia’s purrfect Vintage Pinups
Thinking of entering Miss Pinup Australia 2013......entries are now open ! All you need to do is jump onto the entry page & join in on all the vintage fun! Dont forget to check out the details page to get all the important information needed to enter ! Entries close on the 1st of September 2012, dont delay in getting your registration in as the sooner you are on the website the more exposure you receive!
Congratulations to the 2012 national winners!
jump onto our events page to view the titile holders
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You can view the 2011/12 grand finals on "The Today Show" from channel 9 at http://today.ninemsn.com.au/?videoid=23e3f01a-3c86-4e0a-b987-decc20b6f081
View us on "Sunrise" http://au.tv.yahoo.com/sunrise/video/-/watch/27020614/time-warp-women/
watch the NSW state titles on channel 7 "Sunrise" http://au.tv.yahoo.com/sunrise/video/-/watch/27243689/miss-pinup-australia/
view the NSW state Title winners live interview on "The Morning Show" channel 7 http://au.tv.yahoo.com/the-morning-show/video/-/watch/27243987/miss-pin-up-australia-finalists/
Thinking of entering Miss Pinup Australia 2013......entries are now open ! All you need to do is jump onto the entry page & join in on all the vintage fun! Dont forget to check out the details page to get all the important information needed to enter ! Entries close on the 1st of September 2012, dont delay in getting your registration in as the sooner you are on the website the more exposure you receive!
Congratulations to the 2012 national winners!
jump onto our events page to view the titile holders
follow us on facebook
You can view the 2011/12 grand finals on "The Today Show" from channel 9 at http://today.ninemsn.com.au/?videoid=23e3f01a-3c86-4e0a-b987-decc20b6f081
View us on "Sunrise" http://au.tv.yahoo.com/sunrise/video/-/watch/27020614/time-warp-women/
watch the NSW state titles on channel 7 "Sunrise" http://au.tv.yahoo.com/sunrise/video/-/watch/27243689/miss-pinup-australia/
view the NSW state Title winners live interview on "The Morning Show" channel 7 http://au.tv.yahoo.com/the-morning-show/video/-/watch/27243987/miss-pin-up-australia-finalists/
The purrfect Pinup Gal is not limited to just those that are young & tiny, in fact some of the best known Pinup models were a modern dress size 14+!
We have decided to find Australia’s most glamorous pinups in 6 specific categories
· Miss Perfect Pinup
This title is open to every vintage glamour gal
· Miss Illustrated Pinup
This title is open to those Pinup Gals who have permanent pieces of art work illustrated for the world to enjoy!
· Miss Classic Pinup
This title is open to those Pinup Gals over the age of 30 years. Like a fine wine,
they just get better with age !
· Miss VaVaVoom Pinup
This title is open to those gals with a classically voluptuous curvy body modern day dress size 14+
· Miss Popular Pinup
This is our ‘cyber’ vote category.
All gals that enter into this competition will automtically compete in this catergory!
This is where everyone can get involved voting for your favourite Australian Pinup Gal.
Mr Pinup Australia
thats right, this ones for the boys!
There will be 5 subcategories for the competitors to compete in which will bring out the sparkle in any vintage pinup!
40’/50’s day wear, 40’s/50’s evening wear, 40’s/50’s swimsuit, 40’s/50’s lingerie (night wear) &
of course a little Talent!
The first place winners from each category in each state finals will compete for their full titles in the Grand finale of Miss Pinup Australia.
check out our details page for in depth information about competing
check out our details page for in depth information about competing
Miss Pinup Australia is proudly brought to you by
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE 2012 COMPETITION ARE NOW AVAILABLE !
EMAIL misspinupaust@optusnet.com.au
Sponsors of 2012
Testimonials from 2011 competitors
Miss Bettie Jean - Miss Perfect Pinup VIC
Past: Year four was the beginning, this was when the idea of people being "popular" and not popular became apparently important. As a socially awkward, non sporty girl with an overbite I was discluded and made to feel different. This was made severely clear when my teacher mocked me in front of the whole class because I didn't cross my legs like everyone else. The thing that kept me going was this scene from The Addams family values, knowing that there was others out there the were as different as myself made me feel better but still not confident.
What an amazing idea it was! Johnny and I jumped straight in, researching by watching classic and period piece movie, listening to vintage music, searching for perfect clothing that capture what we envisioned and practicing our individual routines for each outfit. All this payed off when we both won the title of Miss Perfect Pinup and Mr Pinup and we could not be happier!
Miss Pinup Australia has made me feel happy in myself and my body and taught me not to worry about what other think of me because I'm special in my own wonderful way and nobody can take that away from me.
Testimonials from 2011 competitors
Miss Bettie Jean - Miss Perfect Pinup VIC
Why I entered Miss Pinup Australia
Past: Year four was the beginning, this was when the idea of people being "popular" and not popular became apparently important. As a socially awkward, non sporty girl with an overbite I was discluded and made to feel different. This was made severely clear when my teacher mocked me in front of the whole class because I didn't cross my legs like everyone else. The thing that kept me going was this scene from The Addams family values, knowing that there was others out there the were as different as myself made me feel better but still not confident.
In high school my confidence received another blow when my best friend spread lies and very personal information about me at both my boyfriends and my own school. After that I didn't know who to trust, I sunk into my own world. I became paranoid and developed OCD, at my worst I was seeing a shrink three times a week. After high school I cut all ties to my former life and started believing in myself again.
Present: My fascination with pinup was peaked by the fabulous Bettie Page, she in-bodied everything that I wished I was, she exuded style, class, beauty and self confidence, I began modeling myself in her image. Then in 2008 I meet my future husband, Johnny Rockett, I had never felt so connected to anyone in my life! We became inseparable, sharing the same passions, interests and a distaste for crowds and alcohol.
And during a three week holiday to America Johnny and I wed in a little white chapel in Las Vegas finally making me feel whole. After getting back Johnny and I flew up to Sydney to get my picture taken by Miss Pixie for Miss Pinup Australia and whilst there Pixie managed to charm Johnny into entering the newest category in the competition, Mr Pinup Australia.
And during a three week holiday to America Johnny and I wed in a little white chapel in Las Vegas finally making me feel whole. After getting back Johnny and I flew up to Sydney to get my picture taken by Miss Pixie for Miss Pinup Australia and whilst there Pixie managed to charm Johnny into entering the newest category in the competition, Mr Pinup Australia.
What an amazing idea it was! Johnny and I jumped straight in, researching by watching classic and period piece movie, listening to vintage music, searching for perfect clothing that capture what we envisioned and practicing our individual routines for each outfit. All this payed off when we both won the title of Miss Perfect Pinup and Mr Pinup and we could not be happier!
Miss Pinup Australia has made me feel happy in myself and my body and taught me not to worry about what other think of me because I'm special in my own wonderful way and nobody can take that away from me.
The future: Who I aim to be is Miss Pixie, she is what a person should be, loving to friends and family, beautiful inside and out and smart, smart, smart. If I become half the women Miss Pixie is, Ill die a very happy woman."
Miss Lacey Lemonade - Miss Perfect Pinup Live Australian Heats
Miss Lolly Dolly - Miss Perfect Pinup SA
Miss Lacey Lemonade - Miss Perfect Pinup Live Australian Heats
"When I was a little girl, I would dream of being on stage dressed as beautifully as Marilyn Monroe, Betty Hutton or the girls from Grease. Miss Pinup Australia has helped make my childhood dreams a reality!
Since I was a teenager I have always had a unique and alternative sense of style and from the outside, I would have come across as very confident girl but for about three years of my teenage life I suffered from body issues and an eating disorder. This was a very difficult thing to overcome. I love the fact that Miss Pinup Australia proves that you do not need to be stick thin to be beautiful.
Dressing up, dancing, singing and posing for the camera are my favourite things to do. I have always loved the idea of modelling but the fact that I have curves and am under 5 and a half feet tall meant I thought this could never be an option. Miss Pinup Australia has made this possible!
During my time as a competitor I have met some absolutely beautiful people (inside and out) and I have made some great friends. The wonderful Miss Pixie and the gorgeous Nasya have taught me the art of vintage hair styling, make up and some good old fashioned deportment!
Since I was a teenager I have always had a unique and alternative sense of style and from the outside, I would have come across as very confident girl but for about three years of my teenage life I suffered from body issues and an eating disorder. This was a very difficult thing to overcome. I love the fact that Miss Pinup Australia proves that you do not need to be stick thin to be beautiful.
Dressing up, dancing, singing and posing for the camera are my favourite things to do. I have always loved the idea of modelling but the fact that I have curves and am under 5 and a half feet tall meant I thought this could never be an option. Miss Pinup Australia has made this possible!
During my time as a competitor I have met some absolutely beautiful people (inside and out) and I have made some great friends. The wonderful Miss Pixie and the gorgeous Nasya have taught me the art of vintage hair styling, make up and some good old fashioned deportment!
By day I am a fitness instructor so I spend the majority of my time wearing sneakers, a pony tail and boxing gloves although I have been known to rock up to the gym wearing a head scarf and victory rolls!! My home office doubles as a home for my beautiful vintage treasures (which all have names as if they were my babies!!!) I spend my days training, encouraging and motivating people to get more fit, healthy and confident. Miss Pinup Australia has definitely helped me boost my confidence and has proven to me that you can do anything you set your mind to!!
Recently I had the opportunity to perform with the winners from last years competition and have had interviews featured on episodes of tattooink.tv, I have been lucky enough to have my picture displayed in the last two issues of Pin Up America Magazine and I have Pixie to thank for this!!!
My sash from the Live Heats is hanging in my bedroom and I smile at it every night before I go to sleep!
I am looking very forward to the Grand Final in March!
I am looking very forward to the Grand Final in March!
Let's work together to convert the world, one pinup girl at a time!"
Love Lacey xx
Miss Lolly Dolly - Miss Perfect Pinup SA
"I entered MPA on a friends suggestion, who said I had a pinup look. I went and did some research, bought a pile of books and started working with a wonderful woman - Joy Taylor - on creating some exciting pieces I could compete with... and then I became addicted and now where 50s everyday! I have always been a confident and self loving woman, but I really respected that this competition was hardly a competitive competition, but more like a celebration of the vintage glamour where like minded people can celebrate their appreciation for the 40s/50s together, share notes and make friends. I liked knowing that we all wanted to win, but not as the expense of being beautiful people inside. I made the effort to connect with the other girls before the competition at various gatherings, high teas and photoshoots because I knew these girls were special, and it was rewarding to see them grow and become more confident by the time we reached the state finals. For me, this competition has sparked a love and admiration for vintage glamour, it has shown me I can be different and wonderful at the same time and that I shouldn't be afraid to stand out everyday, that you can be in a competition and still love those around you, and that I am slightly addicted to the spotlight! Thank you Miss Pixie for making me a brighter light, and a happier woman."
Love Lolly
xxx
Miss Louisa May- Miss Perfect Pinup TAS RU
Miss Baby Blavatsky- Miss Classic Pinup VIC RU
Miss Catalina Colie- Miss VaVa Voom Pinup VIC RU
Miss Louisa May- Miss Perfect Pinup TAS RU
"Miss Pinup Australia is the first competition I have ever entered that I have not hidden behind a piece of art, or a piece of written, but have actually put myself out there. I am 19 years old and for many years have struggled with accepting the way I look. I used to get bullied at school for having glasses, braces, and being at first taller than everyone, and then, being shorter. It affected my confidence greatly, and 'Pretty' and 'Pinup' were never something I would have added under the list of things I am. I at first started to collect vintage items, from the 1920's - 1950's and then I came across this competition. I was at first unsure but my friends got behind me and challenged me to enter. So I did. I honestly expected to be rejected upon entry, then the news came that I had got into the Tasmania state finals. I couldn't believe my luck! I started to practice my poses, and took a Boogie Bop Dames course, and then, I practised even more! The whole lead up was the most exciting time, I had my first photo shoot, I met some of the other competitors, I got closer to two of my friends (also entrants) than I'd ever been before. Miss Pinup has given me the ability to look at myself in the mirror again, and say 'Y'no what Miss Louisa May? You have /nothing/ to worry about, you are pretty.' As an unexpected title holder of Miss Perfect Pinup Runner Up Tasmania I honestly feel like a princess, I am so excited to represent myself, and my state in March at the National Finals. Miss Pinup is not about being stick thin, Barbie blonde or anything you would stereotypically associate with beauty pageants, it is about being who you are, and being comfortable in your own skin. It is definitely an experience I would recommend to anyone."
Miss Baby Blavatsky- Miss Classic Pinup VIC RU
"As a contestant and runner up of the Victorian heats of the Miss Pin up Australia Competition I would like to say how privileged I feel to be a part of it.
This competition has been so much more than I expected and has challenged me in many, positive ways.
Miss Pixie Roberts is an amazing woman who inspires me to continue with my own business, whilst raising a family and living the Pin Up life. It can be done and with great success.
The Miss Pin up Competition has allowed me to expand my horizons, really letting me see what I am capable of as a woman and an ambassador for MPA. It has also helped me with confidence issues that have arisen due to Post-natal Depression and I am happy to say I believe MPA has me well and truly on the road to recovery.
On the lighter side, it is hard to say no to wearing wonderful, vintage inspired clothes, performing on stage and getting to know all the other women involved. Heaven on a stick!
A massive thanks to all those involved for making it a great experience. Can't wait for the Sydney finals. Yay!
Baby Blavatsky"
Miss Catalina Colie- Miss VaVa Voom Pinup VIC RU
"I find this task quite challenging, in real life I am a primary school teacher and I am forever encouraging my students to reach for the stars and to take every opportunity life provides. But for me that was very difficult to do.
Growing up I was obsessed with Elvis Presley, literally. What 6 year old wants to have her birthday party at a memorial for The King in a cemetary? This 6 year old did!
As I matured, my love for Elvis encompassed new areas, I learned to dance, I began collecting vintage memorabilia, and by the time I was 15 I had my Mum making at least one new circle skirt for me each month. The 1950's was my passion, it grew stronger everyday and become more and more a part of my life, until before I knew it I was literally living a 1950's lifestyle.
I entered the first Miss Pinup and was excited, but lacking one fundamental requirement, belief in myself. I had no confidence on stage. I knew I lived and breathed rockabilly and 1950's culture, all the way down to not even having television, but when I was put on stage and out of my comfort zone I fell apart.
Tragic.
Following the disaster that was my 'Pinup Debut', Miss Pixie kept in touch with me. I continued supporting Kustom Kulture events and went along to many gigs and shows. All the while the ever present and ever pink haired Miss Pixie (who my students think of as a 'fairy godmother') was quietly encouraging me to enter MPUA 2011.
Not far into 2011 I was diagnosed with a potentially terminal brain disease. It tore my life apart. I could not function past the thought of "Why bother? I am dying" It was such a devastating blow to me and tore at the very fabric that was my life.
I dealt with it by hiding from the world. I lost my passion, I lost my zeal. But guess what? I was not lost. Miss Pixie kept reminding me to enter, Rouge Noir kept reminding me to enter as did many other beautiful Pinup ladies.
Eventually I thought... Why not enter? What is stopping me? What have I got to lose?
On the final night of qualifying and literally with many Pinup ladies urging me to enter I did just that. I entered MPUA 2011, with some casual photos taken on holiday in NZ and one professional shot!
Hey I figured, I have this brain disease what is the worse thing that could happen?
I did not enter for sashes, I did not enter for Tiaras. I entered because I wanted to improve within myself, and to show myself that i was capable of the great things that so many other people believed. And in a small way it was my way of beating the disease. No matter what happened, I could be proud for having the courage to enter
I did not take a support base with me, I knew I had friends and 'pinup' family up there on stage with me, who would be proud of me no matter what.
The actual results from that day in November are not what matters to me. What matters is that I have grown so much. I am no longer a shaking mess afraid of what will happen to me tomorrow. I don't think about what 'could' happen to me. I think about each day as it comes, and I am thankful for the opportunites I receive.
I am a better person for having entered. I have learned about grace, humility and hardest of all I have learned to be proud of who I am.
I may not be perfect, I may not always be glamorous, but for one day I was! For one day with the help of Miss Pinup Australia, I was perfect, glamorous and beautiful... Just like every other lady that entered Miss Pin Up Australia."
