Bikini

In the Bikini division, emphasis is placed on overall balance, symmetry, and a feminine physique. Competitors are evaluated on a toned, aesthetically pleasing appearance rather than excessive muscularity or deep muscle separation.

In addition to muscular development, overall balance is evaluated, including physique shape, body lines, and stage presentation.

Judging criteria include the following factors:

Overall balance and physique shape / Overall silhouette and structural aesthetics / Rounded shoulders and back width creating a three-dimensional appearance / Abdominal definition visible to the extent of a clear midline / Muscular development throughout the legs / Glute shape, fullness, and appropriate conditioning

Note: Excessive muscularity or extreme conditioning may be considered indicative of a different division.

Stage presence / Walk / Presentation and posing skills (stage presence) / Suit presentation and fit / Skin tone (tanning) / Makeup / Hair quality and overall appearance

Mandatory Poses

During prejudging, the following three mandatory poses will be evaluated:

Front Pose / Side Pose / Back Pose

Attire Requirements

Bikini

Competitors must wear a solid-color or multi-colored two-piece bikini.

Decorations on the suit are permitted, including studs, rhinestones, beads, appliqués, connectors, straps, and hip connectors.

Thong (T-back), micro pro-cut, and scoop-cut bottoms are prohibited.

WNBF/INBF recommends Pro Cut or Brazilian Cut bikini bottoms.

Note: Both round-cut and triangle-cut bikini tops are permitted.

High Heels

Shoes are required.

Clear heels with a height of 10–13 cm (4–5 inches) are recommended.

Note: There is no strict heel height requirement.

Accessories

Earrings, ear piercings, rings, and bracelets are permitted.

Any accessory that conceals the physique or interferes with judging may result in point deductions.

ー Judged in Two Rounds ー

Prejudging

Competitors are evaluated through lineup comparisons.
If there are more than 10 competitors in the division, only the top 10 competitors will advance to the Final Round.
Top competitors are moved toward the center. When your number is called, raise your hand and switch positions.

Final Round

Competitors will walk from the side stage position to center stage and perform a Front Pose at center stage.Posing while waiting at the side stage is prohibited.

From center stage, competitors will walk toward the judges and perform 2–3 mandatory poses at the designated position (★), in any order, selected from the Front, Side, and Back Poses.

After completing the posing routine, competitors must return to the back-line position by the shortest route and remain in either a Front Pose or Side Pose while awaiting further instructions.

View the Posing Guide