: In a shift away from physical judging, the final round focused on "inner beauty" —personality, intelligence, and a commitment to the community. Contestants spoke about the importance of a "beach experience" that is respectful and non-sexualized, emphasizing a shared sense of harmony. The Crowning Moment

: Trace the movement from 1778, where it was a health-focused hygiene movement (hygiène de vie), to the post-WWII commercial expansion led by the Fédération Française de Naturisme (FFN) .

Foreign media (UK tabloids, US outlets) often sensationalize these pageants as “naked beauty contests,” causing friction with French naturist federations (FFN). However, the events draw curiosity-driven tourism to resorts like La Jenny and Villages Naturistes.