Different Types of Models

By Veronica Collins


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.

Being wafer thin is not the main criteria in becoming a model. There are models that possess different body shapes and sizes. Although modeling is not for everyone, this industry requires that you exude a certain degree of style and confidence in order to make it in this industry. A licensed talent agency looks for all kinds of people because the good ones know that casting directors are seeking all types.

One of the most sought after positions is being a model for high fashion. This is one of the most glamorous positions that are pursued by models. This involves photo shoots for magazines and collections using only the latest in fashion. This involves a lot of exposure and is the most coveted position of all. They are usually tall and are a very thin size. High fashion models usually possess strong and distinctive features to make them more noticeable than 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 runway model is one of the best ways to gain a lot of exposure. This type of live modeling is considered as one of the most glamorous. However, there is a minimum height requirement in order to be a runway model which is a height of 59. The models must make any dress look great and comfortable no matter how dull it is.

Models with great hair, nice hands, shapely legs and well shaped feet that go along with a beautiful face are called specialty models. These models are employed in order to sell 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 commercials on TV.

Models that are seen modeling cars, cosmetics, appliances or new products are called trade show or convention models. They always appear on trade shows and conventions. They possess a certain way of modeling products with their winning smile and pleasing personality. Landing great commercial contracts in selling products are usually the perks of this job.

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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