By Mario Stevens


As with all industries, modeling also has every type to fill a certain niche. There are different models that can be used in any occasion. There are models that advertise a product line and models that make a car look good on auto shows. Enhancing a product is the main purpose of these models.

There is no need to be wafer thin in order to become a model. Models come in a variety of shapes and sizes in the modeling industry. However, not all can become models. The modeling industry requires that you possess a certain degree of confidence and style in order to be accepted. Talent agencies can help establish those relationships with casting directors, but only if they're honest agencies, not those just looking for your money.

The position that is the most coveted is being a model for high fashion. It is considered by models as one of the most glamorous positions. This normally involves photo shoots for magazines and collections displaying the very latest in fashion. This position involves a lot of exposure and is the most prized position of them all. The models are usually tall and thin in size. The models of high fashion possess strong features which are distinctive that sets them a cut above the rest.

Commercial and print models are models that endorse certain merchandise. They are usually displayed on billboards, magazines, newspapers and on buses. These models are paid to appear on catalogues in order to sell everyday commodities to people. This type of modeling provides regular work and generous pay.

Becoming a model for the runway is also one of the top ways to increase exposure. It is a type of live modeling that is considered as alluring. However, there is a minimum height requirement in order to become a runway model which is a height of 59. The models must make any outfit look great and comfortable no matter how dull and restricting it is.

Specialty models are those who have great hair, nice hands, shapely legs and well shaped feet that go along with a beautiful face. These models are hired to showcase shampoo, hand lotion, jewelry, cosmetics and nail polish. They must be able to showcase these products using their well formed assets. They are usually seen on shampoo commercials on TV.

Trade show or convention models are those seen modeling cars, cosmetics, appliances or new products. They are those seen on trade shows and conventions. They possess a certain way of modeling products with their winning smile and pleasing personality. These models often land great commercial contracts in selling products.

Supermodels are those that are highly sought after by the fashion industry. In using supermodels, the clothes of designers become popular to those who follow fashion. Among all other models, these models are the highest paid. They usually live in New York and do multiple shows per day during fashion week. Some of the most famous supermodels are Janice Dickinson, Tyra Banks, Claudia Schiffer, Naomi Campbell, Elle MacPherson and Cindy Crawford. These models have paved the way for other models to pursue their path in becoming the top models in the fashion industry.




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