(Newswire.net — August 15, 2019) — There are many girls out there who dream of walking the catwalk and being on the front cover of every magazine. It does take more than being just a pretty however, there are strict fashion model requirements you have to fit if you really want to make it in the industry. The typical impression is that you have to be tall and slim, while this is the case for the catwalk, there are other types of modeling that you could be perfect for. Let’s have a look at these and the certain criteria you should possess if you want to further pursue modeling.
Fashion Model Requirements
High Fashion Modeling
High fashion models, otherwise known as editorial models are tall and thin. If you are lucky enough to tower above all the guys, with a tiny figure and have legs for days, this type could be absolutely perfect for you. You need to be a minimum of 172cm to be this type of model, although the taller the better. You also should be a US dress size 4-6 and with an average bust size of 34. This type of modeling can start from the age of 14 and your career could well be over with this type of modeling by the ripe age of 25.
Catalogue Modeling
There are many catalogues out there and also clothing websites who require models to model their clothes in a photoshoot. While there are no particular requirements for these types of shoots, you do have to be photogenic and have a particular star quality to stand out from the other wannabe-models. It is basically up to the catalogue/company in question to choose who is right for the image they are trying to put out there.
Commercial Modeling
Commercial modeling is quite similar to catalogue modeling in the fact that there is not usually particular requirements but again this does depend on the brand in question. This type of modeling will see your photos on billboards, magazines and that kind of thing. If you go to enough castings, you might just find the perfect client who sees you as the ideal model for this kind of work.
Plus Size Modeling
There are more and more plus-size models out there nowadays, which is great for breaking the version of perfect that used to exist in the industry. If you are a US size 12-16 and you confident with the skin you’re in, this could be perfect for you.
Conclusion
With all the different types of models that are out there, fashion model requirements do not exist as heavily as they used to. Modeling could definitely be something you can try your hand at if you enjoy it and feel like you would be good at it. Build yourself up a portfolio, go to casting calls and follow your dream, whatever that might be.