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In recognition of Fashion Week 2009, I have been researching beauty and modeling tips. In particular what top modeling agencies are looking for when they cast their models. I have used the example of America's Next Top Model in previous posts, which I understand is not a truly accurate view of the struggle for a model's recognition into the field. However, since the launch of this year's Fashion Week, it has become undeniable that the model industry and model agency standards are increasingly growing.

Having the "right look" or being overly "beautiful" does not cut it in the modeling industry now. Very rarely do you see models that you can relate to. Bo Derek, Christie Brinkley and even Cindy Crawford were the last of the girl next-door models. They were all so relatable; they were the beautiful top models that had healthy looks and demeanors.

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** Why consider a career in plus-size modeling? **

Think of the clothes, the fun, the travel and an opportunity to work in a glamorous and exciting industry. Plus, it's really rewarding to represent a new, and more representative, body type where 'phat' has a whole new meaning!

But first thing's first, don't give up your day job. To develop a career and earn a lot of money from modeling you need a great portfolio filled with a diverse range of photographs and tears sheets (pages from a publication you appeared in). Getting your portfolio together can take two years but the experience is worth it.

Plus-size models have the opportunity to work internationally and make a good living. The more successful ones make it their business to work with their agency to learn the industry and plan their career. These professionals understand that highly lucrative jobs are scarce and there's fierce competition to win the job. In most cases the client will use the same model for back-to-back campaigns (think Kate Dillon for Marina Rinaldi, Carolyn Murphy for Estée Lauder or Kate Moss for Calvin Klein). The modeling world also revolves around seasons so for many months there can be little or no work.

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** What Companies Use Plus-size Models? **

As the population gets curvier, more companies feature bodacious babes in their advertising campaigns and editorials: Ashley Stewart, Marina Renaldi, Delta Burke, Jaclyn Smith, My Size, 1626, Maggie T, Cover Girl, Cosmopolitan, Family Circle, Glamour, Jane, Marie Claire, Cleo, Woman's Day, Chatelaine.

** Success can come when you least expect it **

There are times when you will go to casting after casting and don't book one job. This is usually when new models become discouraged and start re-considering their decision to pursue a plus-size modeling career. Then guess what happens? Persistence pays off and things start falling into place.

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It usually takes a good 12 months for models to start booking regular clients. Agents often tell their models that being with a plus-size model agency is a WIP (work in progress). It won't happen over night, but it will happen.

Being professional and prepared at all times and really working at being a plus-size model will make it happen. It sometimes only takes one photograph for the model's career to skyrocket and that's why it's very important to keep testing and trying different photographers to get that 'one' shot that will make all the difference.

Our agency had one model that was doing 'okay' and then had a test shoot with a funky new photographer. This guy got 'the shot' that took her career from strength to strength and she is now working overseas as an international model.

It's an important lesson, modelling isn't just about you. It's a complex collaboration between your agency, the client, photographer, stylist, make-up artist, hair stylist and a whole bunch of other people. Work it to wow!

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** Famous plus size models **

When BGM Director, Darrianne Donnelly, started her career she was the lone ranger. Fortunately for you, plus-size models are everywhere from America's Next Top Model to the pages of Vogue and Harper's Bazaar.
Western men have always found Russian women to be the source of their inspiration and the backbone to their careers, none more so than those who have made a lasting impact on the planet we live. Both Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali, who were both married to Russian women, felt that their lives were made complete by their foreign wives.

'Olga in the Armchair' is the portrait of Olga Khokhlova, a Russian ballet dancer and later Mrs Picasso. She met Pablo Picasso in France 1917. They were attracted to each other and got married in the hot summer of 1918. Mr. Picasso was a lucky man. Not only he got a wife, a friend and a source of inspiration, but also Olga's important bourgeois connections that influenced Picasso's work and his social life.

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Another Russian female inspired one of the greatest artists of all times, Surrealist Salvador Dali. Gala (born Elena Diakonova) was ten years older. It's said that the artist lost his virginity to her and that she saved him from complete madness. Not only did Gala inspire the most famous works of Salvador Dali, but she helped him achieve commercial success too. She was a muse for Dali and a model for lots of his works - 'The Madonna of port Lligat, 'The Angelus of Gala' and 'Memory of the Child Woman' to name a few.

Ronnie Wood's fling with Russian chick Ekaterina (Katia) Ivanova is over now after a couple of years. According to the rumours the waitress wrote something funny to Ronnie on Facebook, and old rocker was so charmed that he fell for her. With an age gap of nearly 40 years, it's next to impossible to sustain the relationship - especially with the Ronnie Woods lifestyle, but the two seemed in love for quite a time and both enjoyed the ride with no regrets. Russian females also make the perfect Girlfriend!

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Another big star who surrendered before the Russian charms is Mel Gibson. His love story with a Russian musician and beauty Oxana Grigoreva also got covered widely by the press. The famous actor divorced his wife for the sake of 39 year-old Russian pianist. Oxana recently gave birth to his daughter.

Mickey Rourke fell for the 24 year-old model Anastassija Makarenko. This Russian beauty has won the heart of the famous actor, he is in love head over heels and seems pretty serious about this relationship. Well, looks like there's another Russian love story in the air.

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Remember the modeling business is very competitive and there will always be someone who is taller, prettier and in better shape than you, so keep a positive attitude, learn to deal with rejection and you will do just fine.Also remember you cannot buy a modeling career so beware of people who will try to sell you your dream with expensive portfolios, photo shoots and pointless modeling classes.

It is obvious that you are determined to become a model because you have read this far and that is a great sign. Remember it is all about your attitude, knowing your role and exposing yourself to the right people.

Please remember that no single person can claim to be an expert on the modeling industry, it is way too dynamic therefore some people may have different views or opinions on our information. We have simply gathered this information from different reliable sources and our own personal experience to benefit you.

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o Expect the unexpected: Let's face it, the weather could do anything on any given day (and so could your boss!), so be prepared for unscheduled meetings or being caught in a sudden heat wave or downpour. Try to go to work equipped with as many as possible, of the following: a compact umbrella, sunglasses, compact hairbrush, hairclip, compact deodorant, breath mints and emergency make up kit (see below), or even better leave these items permanently at work, along with a Mac and some flats for any unexpected challenges!

o Emergency make up kit: Your favourite make up wipes, concealer, mascara, eye pencil, lip stain/gloss, blush - as compact as possible and kept in a washable bag for hygiene.

And once you've mastered the art of office chic, all you will have to worry about is making sure you have enough time for all the new engagements you will be involved in!

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o Introducing other Colours: Introduce other colours into your look if you feel confident to do so, with a (preferably structured) handbag, or some appropriate heels. Pastels and neutrals are safest, but, if you think you can pull it off, an accessory in this season's berry shades could look fabulous. Brights and prints can be harder to adapt for office wear, so choose wisely and please remember that red can appear aggressive or confrontational.

o Attention to detail: Style your hair, look after your nails (varnish with a clear or neutral polish), keep your shoes clean, accessorise carefully with a statement necklace or ring to acknowledge the latest trend, carry spare hosiery to avoid unsightly runs (a great tip is to spray hosieries with hairspray before wearing, which will actually protect against runs).