Hello, call me Abby =] I'm eighteen and a senior in high school this year. I've always had great advice, I'm just not so great at following it =P Feel free to ask me anything, I'll do my best to give you an answer.
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I have always ALWAYS wanted to be a model, and my boyfriend is hopefully going to be a professional footballer soon/or a rapper. That part isn't idle dreaming by the way, he has sorted out auditions and trials for actual teams and if he is successful I'd love to use it to get into modeling.
The problem is, I honestly don't feel photogenic, I feel like I need to learn how to look good in photo's and what kind of clothes suit me. I'm slim, and only a size 34B in boobs, but I have a nice tight tummy and an hour glass figure. I'm pure white and not very tan so usually pale with light blonde hair that is very fine and hazel eyes. If anyone could give me any advice on style or make up and how to look good in photos as I really have no clue! (link)
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Modeling is very subjective; there isn't one definition of beauty or how to look like a model.
There are also different types of modeling.
There is print ad/catalouge modeling. If you have a pretty face but aren't exotic or unique looking, this is for you. They want women who look better than average but still relate-able to the women who will be looking at the ads and be inspired to buy the clothes.
If you are a good height (at the minimum 5'8) and slender, you have a better chance at modeling on the runway. They want girls who are tall, thin, and have unique looks. Victoria's Secret models are not the norm; they are 'sexy' models. They sell more sex appeal then couture, but many have had careers in both areas. For this you need to know how to walk on the runway and how to move your body, and have it look natural.
For editorial campaigns, that body movement is imperative. Practice poses in front of a mirror, and have someone take pictures of you so you can look at them and improve. It is also helpful to look at fashion magazines and practice their poses.
If you go on auditions or casting calls, don't over do it with the looks. They want to see you bare, because the designer is going to use you as a canvas. They will add their own make up and clothing. Leave your face natural (you can do foundation and concealer but not heavy, blush, and some mascara.) and if you have especially nice long hair, leave it down. You can have it natural, straight, or some light waves, but not crazy curly or anything wild. If your hair isn't anything special, pull it up in a high pony tail to show off your face.
They want to see your body, so wear something close fitting but not flashy or provocative. Jeans and a t-shirt (and heels) would work. They want to see you be yourself.
If you want to get this career started, I suggest paying a photographer (find a good one, not a portrait studio at the mall kind of photographer) and start your portfolio. You can send this to agencies, and hopefully you will get picked up. You can also attend casting calls. If you give it your all and work hard, you will be able to get somewhere.
I hope you and your boyfriend can follow your dreams.
-Abby
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Thank you for all the advice :) I'll try what you said thanks.
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