“Miss Bum-Bum”
Is an unusual beauty pageant held in Brazil, a country known for its cult of beautiful derrières. In this competition, participants are judged not only for their beauty but also for the shape of their buttocks. Winners become local celebrities and may secure contracts with modeling agencies, often leading to successful careers and wealth.
“Miss Mermaid”
Is a unique competition where participants showcase their creativity by donning mermaid costumes, blending fantasy and beauty in a captivating display.
“Alternative Miss World”
“Alternative Miss World” is held annually in London. The idea for this show was proposed 42 years ago by British sculptor and artist Andrew Logan. In this “contest,” not only women but also men and even dolls can participate. Beauty standards can vary widely, and the winner is determined by the audience.
“Miss Office”
An annual beauty pageant held among female office workers. Established in 2010, this competition aims to popularize the image of a successful businesswoman. Participants in “Miss Office” showcase their skills and beauty while emphasizing their success in the professional sphere.
“Miss Plus Size”
In the “Miss Plus Size” competition, participants showcase their confidence, style, and individuality on the runway. They compete in swimsuit, evening gown, and talent segments. The competition aims to emphasize that beauty is subjective and diverse, and that every woman deserves to feel beautiful regardless of her size.
“Miss Inmate”
Is an annual beauty pageant held in the largest women’s prison in Colombia, “Good Shepherd,” located in Bogota. This competition is organized in honor of the Holy Virgin, the patron saint of inmates. The event features a masquerade, and its television broadcasts enjoy high popularity, often surpassing many other shows.
“Super әже-2023”
“Super әже-2023” was a competition held in Astana to find the best grandmother. In the talent competition, participants showcased their skills through traditional dances, vocal performances, and even performed their original songs.
“Miss Tiffany’s Universe”
The “Miss Tiffany’s Universe” pageant, held in Thailand, is one of the world’s most renowned transgender beauty contests. It showcases the beauty, talent, and grace of transgender women. Contestants from around the world participate in various segments, including evening wear, swimwear, and talent competitions.
“Miss Pregnant”
“Miss Pregnant” is an unusual beauty pageant that exclusively focuses on expectant mothers. The participants in this competition showcase the beauty and elegance of pregnancy.
“Miss Anti-Personnel Mine”
Is a beauty pageant held in Angola, a country that suffered greatly from war in the past century, leaving many areas contaminated with landmines. The participants of this unusual competition are young women who were injured by anti-personnel mines, resulting in the loss of their limbs.
“Miss Rodeo”
The “Miss Rodeo” competition is a unique contest that combines the grace and talent of women involved in the rodeo world. In this competition, participants are judged not only on their beauty but also showcase their equestrian skills, knowledge, and involvement in the cultural aspects of rodeo.
“Miss Albino”
Is a beauty contest that aims to highlight the beauty and dignity of women with albinism. In many African countries, albinos face ridicule and even danger due to superstitions related to the belief that parts of their bodies can bring good luck. These prejudices have led to persecution and violence against albinos.
“Miss Ugly Face”
Is an unusual contest where winning doesn’t require conventional beauty but the ability to make a very funny or exaggerated facial expression. The winner of this contest is chosen not only by the judges but also by the audience in the hall.
“Miss Ink”
Miss Ink is an unusual beauty pageant where contestants are judged based on their tattoos and overall style. Participants are required to have multiple tattoos, and they typically showcase them on the runway in various segments, including swimsuit and evening gown rounds.
“Miss Muslim Morality”
Is an unusual beauty pageant held among women of the Muslim faith. In this competition, participants demonstrate their dedication and commitment to moral values and norms consistent with Islamic culture. Aspects such as modesty, virtue, lifestyle, and charitable work are evaluated within the context of the competition.
“Miss Grand Bikini”
Is a beauty pageant held in China, where women who are already grandmothers compete. It’s worth noting that these women not only look great but also have no qualms about walking in front of the judges in bikinis.
“Miss Exotic”
The “Miss Exotic” competition has been held annually in Las Vegas since 1990, with its main goal being to satirize traditional beauty pageants. To become a winner, participants must behave in the most absurd manner and wear outrageously wild costumes. It’s a kind of burlesque show that looks very entertaining on stage.
“Miss Jumbo”
“Miss Jumbo” In Thailand, the belief is that beauty goes beyond conventional standards, so it’s essential to broaden those standards. After all, who decided that only slender individuals can participate in beauty pageants? In this country, competitions were initiated for plus-sized women, and now participants are required to have a weight ranging from 80 to 160 kg.
“Miss Ecology”
Contestants in “Miss Ecology” are required to have a good understanding of environmental issues and exhibit a passion for environmental conservation. The competition includes various segments, including traditional and evening wear, as well as a segment where contestants discuss their environmental projects and initiatives.
“Miss Senior America”
Is a beauty pageant designed to celebrate the beauty and sophistication of women over the age of 60, highlighting their attractiveness, confidence, and style.
“Miss Sweet Corn Queen”
Is a beauty pageant often held in rural areas of the United States and other regions where corn is considered an important agricultural and cultural symbol. Participants compete to become a symbol of this agricultural culture, and they are judged not only on their beauty but also on their knowledge of and dedication to corn and rural lifestyle.
“Miss Klingon Empire”
There is a separate beauty contest for “Star Trek” fans where women dress up as the fictional Klingon race. This contest has been around for nearly a decade and is still gaining popularity.
“Miss Barbie”
Just like traditional pageant contestants, each Barbie doll has a name, profession, and a unique personality. Doll owners spend hours preparing for the competition, often creating elaborate custom-made headpieces and dresses. Between rounds, they frantically change Barbie’s hairstyle and makeup and pose her limbs in fairytale positions.
“Miss Camel”
At the most prestigious beauty contest in Saudi Arabia, each contestant has four legs and a humpback. Tens of thousands of camels participate in the Mazayen al-Ibl, an annual competition organized by the Kahatani tribe, specialists in camel breeding. The animals are judged based on strict criteria such as the shape of their nostrils, the roundness of their hump, and the length of their eyelashes.
“Miss Legs”
Is a beauty competition that focuses exclusively on the beauty and attractiveness of contestants’ legs.
