Plus Size Modelling - How To Become A Plus Size Model

Plus size modelling covers a variety of different types of marketing areas, along with different form s of media - magazines are starting to appreciate the fuller figure and perhaps the need to include their whole readership in the representations of women that they portray in their publications. There is also a need for work on the catwalks - fashion requires a range of shapes and sizes to promote different clothing lines, so there is an ongoing need for this type of model to cater for catwalk work. This area has received a big boost recently, with top fashion houses using plus size models at London Fashion Week more and more - so if you become a plus size model, you could end up gracing the catwalk at this prestigious event!

Your Plus Size Modelling Portfolio

In almost all respects except for size and some types of shoots, you need to abide by the same principles. The most important thing whether freelance or working with an agency, is to have a good portfolio. Your modelling portfolio should include a selection of photographs showing your different looks and at least one full length body shot and a good clear head shot. It is well worth investing in a professional photographer to ensure that your photos are of a good quality - although if you are successful with an agency, they will probably arrange this for you.

One Last Tip To Help You Become A Plus Size Model

Last but not least, you need to make sure that you are ready in a very competitive industry! When you first start out as a model in this industry, you will be competing for jobs against many other models, some with plenty of experience. You may find that you get rejected at several (or many) castings before you land your first job. It's very easy to get disheartened by these knock-backs, but just remember that even those successful models had to start somewhere and most likely faced similar experiences in order to become a plus size model. Use every opportunity as a chance to learn; keep smiling, watch how the other models around you carry themselves and act at in front of potential clients and keep at it. If you have a health, curvy body and an attractive look, keep trying and attending castings and soon enough you too will become a plus size model with an ever-growing portfolio!