Take 5 Baby Steps To Become A Fashion Model

Want To Be A Fashion Model?

Would you like to become a fashion model, but you have no idea what the requirements for this type of modeling? Do you need a portfolio of pictures? Can you be a teenager or adult? How tall do you need to be to model for Elite or Ford? Let me tell you a little about this industry. The fashion photos appear in magazines and catalogs to promote clothing or other accessories to customers and department store buyers.

If you are confident, aggressive, intelligent, resistant to peer pressure and willing to listen and learn, you have many of the traits that may help you to become a successful fashion model.

But, before you get started in any type modeling, please consider reading the tips below.

1. Talk To Others Who've Been There Already

Talk to someone you know that is already involved in the modeling world. Ask them about the following:

• How Do You Avoid Scams?
• How Do You Choose The Right Photographer?
• Should You Go To Modeling School or Learn by Doing Poses for Photographers?
• How Important Is A Portfolio and What are the Requirements?
• What Is a Cast or Open Call?

Knowing the answers to these few questions will help you tremendously in making your decision about becoming afashion model for teenagers or adults, male or female.

2. See What the Top List Models And Designers Are Doing

Look at fashion magazines to see what the latest styles are. Read and learn as much as you can about fashion designers. Research every aspect on the Internet about IMG, Women Management and other industry giant agencies.

Do You Want A Full Or Part Time Career As A Fashion Model?

Decide if you want this to be a full or part time career. Also, if you want in it just for fun or to make an income. Be comfortable when you set these goals and be determined to reach them. You will face many rejections, so be very persistent and Never Quit.

4. How Tall Do I Need to Be to Get Started in Modeling?

If you plan to become a fashion model, especially if you plan to apply to agencies representing Tyra Banks and other superstars, the following physical attributes are a necessity.

• You need to be at least 5'8" tall or taller ( Especially for runway modeling )
• Your height should be flattered by your body weight(average for a model 108-125 lbs.) and proportions.
• Your skin should always look radiant and without lots of pimples or blemishes
• Your hair should always be clean, styled and vibrant. Avoid excessive over-dying and split-ends.
• Your teeth should be well taken care of, straight and white. Stay away from coffee and cigarettes. Remember, agents love to see a model give a vibrant smile.
• Your posture has a big affect on how people perceive you. Keep your chin up and shoulders back.

5. Choosing A Modeling Agent

Now that you have decided this is definitely what you want, your next step is to find a legitimate model agency or management company that will direct your new career for you and hopefully find you work.

You can find fashion model agencies in your area by checking your phone directory, searching on the web or asking people you know already in the industry if they have any suggestions.

Just always remember you should never have to pay an agent any money upfront. If they ask for fees or offer to send you on a cruise or convention, call another one.

Keep At It And Become The Fashion Model You've Always Dreamed Of

Even though, this may sound like a lot of advice, just remember if you really want to get started as a fashion model, it will take a lot of time and hard work. This is the case no matter if you go into glamour, runway, figure or commercial work.

No matter if you are a teen Russian, or Italian girl you'll still have to set goals and work toward them daily. There are no shortcuts in entertainment. Other amateurs in modelng are working just as hard as you to reach their dreams so write down a routine and practice daily. That's the way Tyra and Cindy started out.

Fashion modeling is a very competitive business and "Only The Strong Models Survive." So, set your goals for today and get to work on your career as a model!

Bob Pardue Photography