You don't need to be statuesque to become a model. Women who are 5'5"
and under can be signed with an agency as long they know their limits
and their strengths. If you work where your strengths play out then you
can be more successful.
Steps
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Take a few photographs of yourself to see how you respond to the lens.
Your face and your ability to work with it in front of the camera are
two key characteristics an agency will look at first. Consider getting
the photos professionally done. Professional photography, even if it is
expensive, will give you a better idea of what kind of look you project.
You will eventually need these photographs to snag an interview, so
think of it as a worthwhile investment!
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2
Do some research on modeling agencies.
Check out their websites and their signed girls to see how well you fit
in. Concentrate on girls with your height, and compare your
measurements and looks with them to see how you stack up. There are
agencies that represent girls who are 5'5" and under, but be realistic:
these agencies will most likely not be well-known.
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3
Consider your options. Taking the road less traveled might work in your favor.
- Consider going to other countries to pursue a modeling career.
Models in Asia are usually under 5'6", and it may be easier for you to
find work there.
- Look outside of New York, Los Angeles, or any other major city where
supermodels are most apt to be signed. Instead, look at agencies in
smaller cities. It is better to start small and work your way up. Also,
you can gain essential experience with working your way up.
- Consider going into catalog work, as this is an area with a lot of
work, and which uses all body shapes. Catwalk models have strict height
and weight guidelines, so that they actually fit into the clothes that
are made!
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Work on your body and your attitude.
Because models are generally 5'8" or taller, shorter girls will have to
make up for this deficit by overcompensating with other attributes.
Don't give an agency an excuse to let you go. Tone up, slim down (if
necessary), and work on your confidence and physical expression. You may
have to take impromptu photos for the interviewer to see how capable
you are at working with your face. Concentrate on your eyes, and learn
how to project different emotions without moving the rest of your face.
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Commercial print agencies accept models of all heights, and sizes.
Also Parts modeling agencies work with models for parts modeling
including hand modeling, shoe modeling, body modeling, hair and shoe
modeling, and these are very in style in the modeling business, it is
not just fashion. A petite successful model is Isobella Jade. You are a
perfect girl/boy to become a model. Don't let anyone slow you down.
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Follow the example of shorter models who have found success:
Barbara Palvin, Charlotte Free and Cara Delevingne are just a few
examples of models under 5"9 that have made it in the industry.
Tips
- Remember that many successful models are under 5'8. Kate Moss, for
example, is only 5'6, and she is still regarded as one of the most
prominent fashion icons.
- Follow these steps in addition to the instructions for how to become a model.
- You're likely to be most successful if you remain realistic and
market yourself correctly. If you're 5ft3, it's unlikely you're going to
be opening a show at A Fashion Week in the near future so don't
get too hung up on aiming for such jobs.
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Warnings
- There are a lot of people out to exploit a pretty face. Don't let
the idea of fame and fortune lure you inside when it's not backed up by
something solid. Read some of the horror stories online to know what to
avoid. Talk to real models and ask them what they would recommend, where
they learned their biggest lessons, what their bests and worst times
were. Get informed. Although this is important for all would-be models,
it is even more so for shorter girls who will probably have to take
non-mainstream routes.
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