In today’s times, if you are seeking to do something of your own, the world is yours to rule. Be it a hobby you have had since you were a child or a love for something that has just found you a while ago, the world has advanced so much that doing anything that well, is legal is never that far off.
People are coming out of the shadows and bringing innovations and inventions that are changing the way the world functions.
Something similar to this happened a few years ago in the fashion industry. There was a sudden rise in the number of plus size models and they caught the industry unaware with their talents and dedication.
Having been suppressed and looked down upon for years and told that they could not succeed in the world of fashion because of their body type, they had had enough.
Some of the most recognizable plus size models now, like Ashley Graham and the rest decided to take matters in their own hands and go for it.
They decided to chase their dreams of succeeding in this hard and competitive industry and prove the doubters and haters wrong. They decided that enough was enough, they were as talented if not more than the current slim models in the industry.
They had it in them to dominate the industry and carve a niche out for themselves. They also paved the way for the future.
A future that was full of hope and possibilities for plus size women like them. Women, who aspired to be a successful model and scorch the ramp for years to come.
They made other women like themselves believe that beauty actually did not come in size or shape. It was given equally to each one of them and size could never come in between that fact.
The world of fashion has now opened its doors to such aspiring plus size models and there is room for success for them.
If you are one such plus size woman looking to make it big as a model in the industry, we have a few pointers that would help you as you embark on your journey to stardom.
Create an awesome portfolio
When you are starting out in the industry, be it the fashion industry or any other sector of business, you always need to have a wonderful portfolio.
A portfolio that helps show exactly who and what you are and what you will be bringing to the table. When it comes to the world of fashion however, portfolio’s play a more important role compared to other industries.
This is down to the fact that in the fashion industry, the brands and people within the industry look at your portfolio before meeting up with you to discuss the work further. Unlike other industries, where you are given the chance to explain your portfolio and work experience.
The portfolio has to be such that it stands out from the rest. It has to be one where the norms of the industry are followed but there is something additional brought to the table that catches the eye of the casting people.
Have faith in yourself
Perhaps the most important tip anyone, including us could give you at the start of your journey into the fashion industry is to have faith in yourself. Have faith in yourself when you are starting out and when you have made it big eventually.
There is no substitute for faith and confidence. Even the biggest names in the industry have faced a downfall whenever they have had a drop in confidence in themselves.
You have decided to opt for a career in this extremely competitive industry for one reason. It is because you believe you have what it takes to succeed in the industry.
While the time frame is not certain, success is sure to come if you stick to your task and go at chasing your dream full of confidence.
Nail down what you want to work on
The fashion industry is a vast one. It has lots of scope for different types of people to succeed. Even as a model, there are a lot of different things that you can work on.
There is a wide market for Full Figured Models so first decide what it is that you want to do. You could work in fit modeling, print, editorials, commercials, and even as a Runway Model.
While it is not necessary that you will stick for your entire career in the same segment of work, it is important to start off with what suits you best. It is similar to the phrase, “put your best foot forward”, you have to start in the best manner possible.
There is an entire career after that to try the various other segments of the fashion industry a model can work in.
Choose the right agency
With the rise in popularity of plus size models in the industry, there are a number of agencies that have opened their doors to represent these talented plus size models.
There has also been a rise in the total number of agencies with a number of new agencies coming up in the market. Once a model begins to get consistent work opportunities, the pressure of managing all of them by themselves becomes a tedious task.
Enter, the modeling agencies. The agencies once given the contract or after having signed a model, do everything right from managing the talent to the negotiations and keeping their everyday routine in check.
With the high number of agencies, it is important for aspiring models to choose the best agency among the options and then sign with them. The agencies also have a big say in the model getting a particular piece of work. Remember that always.
Apart from all the points mentioned above, there are a few other things that an aspiring model should keep in mind. These points are always loving what you do, loving yourself and more importantly remembering and knowing what requirements of work suit you the best.
You should remain selective when it comes to choosing the type of work or the brand that you choose to work with. As the career develops, models should also remember not to get high levels of fatigue by working too much.
Taking care of yourself is very important in the world of fashion. Keep all these points with you and you will remain in good stead throughout your career.
