The time has come for the most anticipated bearded drag pageant in the world! On April 17th, 2023 all roads lead to @drphillipsctr for on this day, a new BEARDED RULER SHALL BE CROWNED THE NATIONAL BEARDED EMPRESS! Join us as we celebrate the year of Vagenesis. Come be apart of the HERSTORY of bearded drag artistry with fierce competitors from all over the country vying for the title of National Bearded Empress! Not to mention the most beautiful crown in all of drag pageantry! The Ruler and the Emeriti wish to welcome you to the toast of the season! Get your tickets now https://www.dpc.org/events/tickets/2023/the-national-bearded-empress-pageant/ https://www.instagram.com/p/CpX6mGXOQGC/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Coming THIS WEDNESDAY February 22nd 2023 @roundupsaloondallas celebrating the birth of Ms RoundUp Saloon, the beautiful and ever so talented @april_rition for Beard Balm!!! This star studded Beardiful event starts at 11pm CST! Join National Bearded Empress @the_vagenesis and National Southeast Bearded Queen @sirmeow, and Americas bearded Queen @b.kingbeat to celebrate! Come out and enjoy the bearded beauties! Hosted by @pinchequeen At the World Famous Round Up Saloon! #gays #gaysoftexas #beardedgay #beardeddrag #drag #beardedqueen #mua #dragqueens #dallasgay https://www.instagram.com/p/Co2ghDNu_6Q/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Happiest of Birthdays to the Queen of all The National Southeast Bearded Empire! She’s beauty, she’s grace, she’s the epitome of gorgeous in any space! Give your love and devotion for the ga -ga glamorous reigning National Southeast Bearded Queen!!! @sirmeow AQUARIIUS!!! Be sure to go by this beauties page and socials and give her some love and well wishes! #happybirthday #aquariius #beardedexcellence #bebearded #nationalsoutheastbeardedqueen #nationalbeardedempress #beardeddrag #beardedqueen https://www.instagram.com/p/Com7Xjnu0r4/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history. Also known as African American History Month, the event was the brainchild of noted historian Carter G. Woodson and other prominent African Americans. Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. Other countries around the world, including Canada and the United Kingdom, also devote a month to celebrating Black history For National Bearded Empress @the_vagenesis, being Empressively Proud and Unapologetically Black every day! In the World being black, queer, bearded, and ruling as Empress, Vagenesis is a beautiful and Beardiful icon and beacon of hope for our community! Leading the charge is our National Bearded Empress Emeritus de Renaissance @diondiorblack who was the first POC National Bearded Queen. Educate, encourage, and continue to fight for our POC siblings! #blacklivesmatter #unapologeticallyblack #we #togetherstronger #blackandgay #queerpoc #beardedqueen #dragqueens #drag #dragqueensofinstagram #pageants https://www.instagram.com/p/CoIEphhuQWQ/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

“Being Bearded, isn’t lazy, it’s Couture” ~ Vagenesis It’s always en-Fashion to be EMPRESSIVE, especially in @dvcouturellc! Quality costumes with the royal treatment. We are so thankful to have yet another incredible sponsor who keeps the Empress In New Clothes! Community partner DV COUTURE will have you dressed to the 9’s! Ready to dress as like an Empress? Visit their website!! www.dvcouture.com #dragqueensofinstagram #mua #clothingdesign #costumedesign #costume #queerartist #design #nationalbeardedempress #dragrace #drag #bearsofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CnwytmIufbi/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

“Make them break their neck, to see their beat face!” ~ Vagenesis @profanity.cussmetics is the most exquisite Palette you can use! Rich colors, blending is effortless, and long lasting wear at an affordable price? SOLD! Why use makeup companies that are not transparent, come to the most transparent makeup company make by MUA’s for ALL! Now that’s f*cking EMPRESSIVE! www.iloveprofanity.com #mua #profanity #profanitycussmetics #shoplocal #smallbusiness #gaybusiness #makeupartist #makeup #queerartist #queer #makeupeffects #brows #dragqueen #beardeddrag #nationalbeardedempress https://www.instagram.com/p/CnuoHDsuPIh/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

“Being Empressive isn’t about being perfect, it’s about leaving your print in history” ~Vagenesis The rendering of Empress, by @sylussfortay was more than just a prize for the winning empress, but a beautiful image to be loved and adored! Just another amazing community partner and fabulous celebrated artist, who had blessed us with their talents and abilities. Please check out their website www.Syluss.com #syluss #artbysyluss #bearscubsandscruff #bearsofinstagram #beardeddrag #beardedempress #nationalbeardedempress #drag #beardedqueen #beardedbeauty #queer #queerartist https://www.instagram.com/p/Cns3i1jOnKt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Congratulations are in serious order this morning as we awake to a new day, a new dawn, and era! For a National Pacific Northwest Bearded Queen has been proclaimed! Last night at the @skylarkcafe Four of the fiercest bearded beauties came to compete for the crown!! @babylonbrooks @athena_nuff @seattlesnemesis @kenzietheekween. 2nd Alternate: @seattlesnemesis 1st Alternate: @athena_nuff The very First ever National Pacific Northwest Bearded Queen is @kenzietheekween!!! All hail the queen! Congratulations are in major order for @diondiorblack the incredible promoter who provided a wonderful pageant and safe space for these fierce bearded beauties to celebrate their artistry! All these bearded beauties qualify to compete at The National Bearded Empress Pageant honoring @the_vagenesis April 17th 2023 @drphillipsctr! #drag #dragqueensofinstagram #beardedqueen #beardeddrag #dragqueen #dragpageants https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnezb2IuKHz/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Today is the DAY! NATIONAL PACIFIC NORTHWEST BEARDED QUEEN PAGEANT! Presented by the fabulous promoter @diondiorblack Get tickets now! To be a show stopping event! Come be part of bearded HERSTORY with National Bearded Empress Pageantry System! Where Gender no longer wins the crown! #drag #beardeddrag #dragqueensofinstagram #gaypageants #nationalpacificnorthwestbeardedqueen #nationalbeardedempress #beauty #dragqueen (at Skylark Cafe) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnc48t7ObWi/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

“Taking care of yourself, that’s being the most EMPRESSIVE!” ~Vagenesis Pineapple Healthcare is the top tier of EMPRESSIVE Healthcare in Central Florida. Providing a safe space and inclusive environment for all your healthcare needs! Thanks to @ethansuarez1015 and @erickskies for all their hard work and dedication to the community. Today is a special day as we celebrate Erick’s Birthday! Thank you for all the amazing hard work you put into the community. Happy Birthday Erick! #beardeddrag #prep #gayhealthcare #pineapplehealthcare #drag #dragpageants #sponsored #knowyourstatus #stopthestigma #sexpositiveculture https://www.instagram.com/p/CnXCJN6qot2/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

“Walk into the room, Nails First” ~ Vagenesis One of the ALL STAR sponsors of National Bearded Empress, and loyal friend @uniquenailsbybrie provides EXCEPTIONAL NAILS, at EXCEPTIONAL PRICES! It’s is also a great today because it’s HER BIRTHDAY! Happy Birthday to one of the best sponsors in the world! To keep it Empressively Empress, be sure to shop like one! Happy Birthday to Bree and all our love to you today and always! #dragnails #nailsbybree #drag #beardeddrag #beardedbeauty #nationalbeardedempress #dragpageants #beardedbabes #dragqueensofinstagram https://www.instagram.com/p/CnUjO3ROjzC/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

EMPRESS APPROVAL! Have you heard about @beardcrack? Beard Crack is an all natural beard oil and balm product that will help keep your beard growing healthy and strong. Food grade safe and non toxic for all beard types! BeardCrack was our first official sponsor of National Bearded EMPRESS!!! We love Beard Crack Products they are even great for the non bearded faces! #beardcrack #beardcleaner #beardedbeauty #beardeddrag #beardedqueen #dragqueen #nationalbeardedempress #beardeddrag https://www.instagram.com/p/CnSHq60OFrK/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Today is the first day of Kwanzaa! Happy and Blessed Kwanzaa For all those who celebrate! Today is Umoja (Unity) Kwanzaa is an annual week-long celebration honoring Black history and culture. The holiday celebrates seven values in African culture: unity, self-determination, collective responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity and faith. #unity #kwanzaa #lgbtkwanzaa #education https://www.instagram.com/p/CmpVHWQufyt/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

As we come together, know that the National Bearded Empress Pageantry System and the Royal Court are always wishing you and your loved ones the absolute best! #merrydragmas #letstalkpageants #dragqueen #beardedqueen #nationalbeardedempress #beempress #mua #dragqueen https://www.instagram.com/p/CmkHPZIOOe7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

WORLD AIDS DAY 2022: EQUALIZE The inequalities which perpetuate the AIDS pandemic are not inevitable; we can tackle them. The “Equalize” slogan is a call to action. It is a prompt for all of us to work for the proven practical actions needed to address inequalities and help end AIDS. Join us, National Bearded Empress, and Pineapple Healthcare to continue the fight to equalize by EDUCATION, Increase availability, quality and suitability of services, for HIV treatment, testing and prevention, so that everyone is well-served! Thankfully for Organizations like Pineapple Healthcare, who are on the front line of working in the community. Together we can stop the stigma, equalize action, and continue to educate others. #nationalbeardedempress #worldaidsday #aids #stopthestigma #knowyourstatus #prep #warriors https://www.instagram.com/p/CloMxrNOFGU/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Are you prepared to be The National Pacific Northwest Bearded Queen? Are you ready to show the world that you are BEARDED, BEAUTIFUL, BODACIOUS, ARTISTICALLY DIVINE WITH THE GUTS TO GO ALL THE WAY TO EMPRESS? We are calling for all the Bearded Beauties of the Western US to join us in Seattle! Interested in competing? Reach out to @diondiorblack ASAP! ALL ROADS LEAD TO EMPRESS! ❤️💛👑💛❤️💛👑💛❤️ Join us January 15th 2023 in Seattle @skylarkcafe for the Inaugural National Pacific Northwest Bearded Queen Pageant This is going to be a star studded event that you don’t want to miss! #dragqueensofinstagram #drag #rupaulsdragrace #beardedqueen #nationalbeardedqueen #beardedbeauty #dragmua #nationalbeardedempress #beard https://www.instagram.com/p/CljIo4DONqF/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Congratulations from National Bearded Empress to @thedannybeard !!! Be visible, be bearded, be Empressive! https://www.instagram.com/p/ClcWog4uLJa/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=