The shoot included swimsuit and nude photos. After showing her swimsuit, she flashed her breasts. This would typically be followed by a modeling segment, either nude or in a swimsuit. Delegates also participate in swimsuit and evening gown competitions. Smith won both the swimsuit and evening gown competitions with consistently high scores. After, ten entrants advanced to compete in the swimsuit and evening gown rounds. She also worked as a swimsuit model. The resulting LZR Racer reduced skin friction drag 24% more than the previous Speedo swimsuit. He also appeared in the September 1983 issue of "Playgirl" magazine wearing a swimsuit. Contestants compete in several categories including interview, evening wear, and swimsuit competition. She appeared as a model in the 2013 "Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue". A "mankini" is a type of sling swimsuit worn by men. It included clips of a Miss America parading in her swimsuit. DeCesare modeled in the 2008 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue. Keibler was featured in an advertisement in the 2008 "Sports Illustrated" Swimsuit issue.