Costume Regulations

Costume Regulations

Costume Tops
• Tops must not show excessive cleavage.
• At the sternum, it is recommended that there be at least 2 inches minimum coverage from the bottom of the costume
to the top (this refers directly to the the section at the center of the chest).
• Costume top should not show any side breast exposure.
• Any accidental or intentional exposure of the nipple or areola can result in immediate disqualification.

Exotic Pole: no pasties.  Breasts must be covered 3/4 and no accidental wardrobe malfunction.
Costume Bottoms
• An appropriate costume bottom should provide 2/3 coverage of the gluteus.
• The “type” or “brand” of bottom/short is not the determining factor for its acceptance as an appropriate costume
bottom, the amount of coverage it provides IS.
• If a right angle is drawn from the gluteal cleft vertically (marked at 0 degrees) and the gluteal fold horizontally (marked
as 90 degrees), the angle of coverage provided by the shorts my be NO LESS than 60 degrees.
• A one inch inseam is required, unless the costume fully covers the gluteal fold.
• If there is any intentional or accidental exposure of the genitalia or gluteal cleft, it is can result in immediate
disqualification.

EXCEPTION: Exotic Pole

  • thongs or g-strings NOT allowed, may wear brazillian cut (ie bad kitty brazillian)

 

Costume Removal
• Costume is defined by any part of fabric, adornment, or accessory that begins on the body at the onset of your
routine.
• The only items that may be removed from your costume are those items that are above the collarbone (sunglasses,
hats, capes, scarves, etc.) and below the knees (socks, leg warmers, ankle bracelets, etc.)  ** the exception is for Pole Art, where any type of clothing can be removed as long as what is underneath still follows guidelines for other divisions ** exception for Exotic Pole.  May remove clothing as long as what is underneath follows regulations for Exotic Pole costuming
• Shoes are not allowed at any time, nor are they allowed to be removed prior to starting or at any time during the
routine. ** with the exception of Pole Art and Exotic Pole
• If any item may unintentionally fall off your costume, it is NOT considered “removed” and will NOT be considered for
disqualification.