Hairstyles & Colors
If it hasn't become apparent yet, EVERY detail matters when competing--EVERY! I do not have a preferred style for every competitor. I think personality and what 'vibe' or energy you want to bring to the stage will play a huge role in what hairstyle/color you select.
Bikini DIVAs, I suggest steering clear from 'funky' or unique hair colors. It is my humble and honest opinion that currently, figure, physique, and bodybuilding DIVAs can get away with more, as far as individuality, fun colors, and cuts. Bikini DIVAs this does not mean that you cannot bring your own unique style, but it tends to stay very 'beauty pageant'. You have never seen Miss America with spiky pink hair, and I doubt you will anytime soon. So when choosing a color (if not your natural), still think natural. You want to look like the BEST and most GLAMOROUS version of yourself.
Color
Black/Brunette/Dark Brown DIVAs
This is my look of choice, and also the most popular hair colors. I love dark hair. It shows well on stage, and the contrast of dark hair against nearly any color, red, blue, green, pink, purple, yellow, etc will look amazing. However, please do not dye your hair dark if clearly you are a Blonde Bombshell.
Blonde DIVAs
Hey there Goldilocks! Your beautiful blonde hair will look just as smoking hot as the dark haired DIVAs, make no mistake about it. Again, it's all about what looks best on you. Do not try and FIT into what you believe the 'Bikini Mold' is. Blondes, you ladies look smashing in red, blues, greens, and black. Just watch for having too much warmth in your hair, as it can washout your complexion. Stay clear from a yellow bikini, as your hair will blend, rather than contrast.
Redhead DIVAs
There are not many redheads out on the circuit, but colors that I suggest are a greens and blues. Clearly, stay clear from a red and orange suits. I personally wouldn't choose yellow or pink either.
Hairstyles
I like to think every Bikini DIVAs hairstyle fits into 1 of 3 categories: 1) Sleek and Sexy, 2) Short and/or Sassy, or 3) Bombshell Beauty. No one category is better than the other. Again, it is always about what looks best on you! Longer hair tends to present well on stage, but please keep in mind your personality and facial structure. You may look better with a shorter tresses.
Sleek and Sexy
Ashley Kaltwasser and Angelica Texiera
Short and/or Sassy
Justine Munro and Anna Virmajoki
Bombshell Beauty
Amanda Latona and Narmin Assria
Final Thoughts, Comments, & Tips
- Find a stylist weeks in advance if you plan on hiring one
- Try several different looks out, and be sure to take pictures
- Before dying your hair--try a wig
- If you have damaged hair or short hair and would like longer hair, try a 'lace front wig'. A wig will save from damaging your hair any further
- If you would like to add length and fullness to your hair, try extensions or clip-ins
- If you would like to add length and fullness without extensions or clip-ins, you can try a half-wig.
Ladies, extensions, wigs, and weaves are common place in the arena of Bikini Competitions, so feel no shame in enhancing your look. You'll be surprised what a little DIVA 'hair love' and education can do. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Most importantly, have fun! This is your day!
