The plus size , full figured, extended
size, or large size modeling industry
is the fastest growing sector of the
modeling industry , there’s no
reason why you shouldn’t follow
your dream of becoming a plus
size model.
No matter which area of plus size
modeling you’re interested in
exploring, you do need to have
certain traits, such as confidence
and health, with good skin, hair,
teeth, and nails
What kinds of jobs can plus size models book? The market for curvy
models is incredibly diverse. Plus size
models can be found on runways, in
catalogs, in magazine editorials, in commercial advertisements, and
in print campaigns for some of the
world’s biggest brands and designers. There’s even a need for plussize fit and showroom models!
Physical Requirements?
Models are generally size 12 and up with good body proportions. A general rule is that your waist should be about 10 inches smaller than your hips, but that’s just a guideline. Rules can be broken.
Height requirements vary depending on the type of plus size modeling. Fashion models are generally 5’9’’ to 6’, fit models are generally 5’5 to 5’9’, and commercial models can be any height.
Plus size models in the high fashion industry?
The world of high fashion has finally begun to embrace women of all sizes. Bold, beautiful curves are now seen on the runways of so many Zimbabwean Fashion shows and in the collections of so many locally based fashion designers,