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Part & Parcel Launches Industry-First Plus-Size Modeling Agency

Despite the social media popularity of the body positivity movement, the fashion industry still has a long way to go in representing race, gender, age, size, and ability of all kinds. Lauren Haber Jonas is changing the industry in her own way by launching a plus-exclusive agency to cater to the exponentially growing plus-size fashion market. In May 2019, Jonas…

December 6, 2019 Plus-Size Modeling Agency

Getting in Touch with Plus-Size Modeling Agencies: A Step-by-Step Guide

Kickstarting a career for the plus-size modeling industry is a tough battle, and it takes good marketing skills to find your way up. There are many ways to do that: develop an employer-friendly social media presence, build a strong modeling portfolio, and consistently getting in touch with plus-size modeling agencies, among others. With all the already-established plus-size models in your…

November 21, 2019 Plus-Size Modeling Agency, Plus-Size Modeling Tips

Modeling Advice: How to Convey Facial Expressions

Is beauty alone ever enough for a good photograph? With the concept of beauty being largely debated today (and rightfully so), we have seen models and even common people going viral today not because of physical appearance but because of an un-explainable, captivating charm in photos. What was considered as beauty then is not the main criteria of a good…

November 14, 2019 Plus-Size Modeling Tips

How Do You Deal with Rejection in the Modeling World?

Modeling sounds like an exciting job, but a proper career takes time and patience to develop. It’s not always glitz and glamour. It’s early mornings, long commutes, levelheadedness under pressure, packing and unpacking, dealing with criticism, staying relevant, and keeping your attitude in check. Modeling isn’t all about earning money from looking pretty. It’s actually a tough job to make…

September 19, 2019 Plus Size Modeling

Top Modeling Agencies with Plus-Size Divisions

Never before has there been such acceptance, support, and demand for models size 12 up. So if you’re thicker than the typical fashion model and you know how to flaunt your curves, these modeling agencies should remind you that you have no reason to stop following your dream But although plus-size modeling agencies continue to rise, there are still relatively…

August 29, 2019 Plus-Size Modeling Agency

Alex Boos, Plus-Size Model Agent, Shares Tips to Aspiring Plus-Size Models

Plus fashion pioneer Alex Boos has propelled the industry forward by working as a model; on-air spokesperson; fashion, fit, and brand consultant; fashion PR and marketer; fashion show and photo shoot producer; as well as marketing and creative director of the top plus fashion magazine. After almost 25 years of modeling full time with the Ford agency in NYC and working for clients…

May 15, 2019 Plus Size Modeling, Plus-Size Modeling Tips

Why You Need to Research the Modeling Agency Before Signing a Contract

Modeling for the plus-size industry is a tough battle, and it takes good marketing skills to find your way up. There are many ways to do that: develop an employer-friendly social media presence, build a strong modeling portfolio, and consistently audition for roles, among others. But the list does not end there. Another way to kick-start a modeling career is…

March 18, 2019 Plus Size Modeling, Plus-Size Modeling Agency

Plus-Size Modeling Agencies That Can Help You Kick-Start Your Career

Just like any other industry, plus-size modeling is an industry so hard to break into. People might think all you need to be is that, a plus-size, but to be a plus-size model is more than the definition it's usually given. After all, everybody is no Ashley Graham. To succeed in the field requires you to brave the heavens, show…

April 18, 2018 Plus Size Modeling, Plus-Size Modeling Agency

Plus-Size Magazines You Need to Get Your Hands On

We see a lot of magazines sitting on newsstands everywhere. As you wait for your turn to pay at the counter, you'll be greeted by a bunch of magazine with tens of leaves talking about the latest fashion trends or the hottest models walking down the most prestigious runways. But just how many of these magazines actually celebrate body diversity?…

February 28, 2018 Plus Size Modeling

Arcadio Del Valle Plans to Change the Way the World Looks at Plus-Size Men

Before he walked his first runway, Arcadio Del Valle considered his life to be pretty normal. He was living in Boston and worked a regular 9 to 5 job. But Del Valle's life changed when he was scouted via social media by a representative of a plus-size men's brand. Next thing he knew, he was walking the first-ever plus-size male runway during…

February 21, 2018 Plus Size Modeling

Plus-Size Modeling Criteria and Requirements

The fashion industry defines models size 8 and above as plus-size. A number of people have had strong opinions regarding this standard especially since the American woman averages at a size 14. However, that ruling has not been adjusted, and plus-size modeling criteria has remained unchanged over the past few years. So if you happen to be harboring a dream…

November 9, 2016 Plus Size Modeling

Popular Plus-Size Modeling Agencies Around the World

Considering a career as a plus-size model? If yes, then do know that you have better chances of booking a job when you are represented by an agency. The good news is that there are a lot of plus-size modeling agencies seeking new talents that are ready to take the fashion world by storm. Note that the agencies you will…

October 13, 2016 Plus Size Modeling, Plus-Size Modeling Agency

Japanese Plus-Size Magazine ‘La Farfa’ Celebrates Curvy Women

In April 2015, Japan launched its first plus-size magazine La Farfa. This publication has been groundbreaking for Japanese culture. The magazine focuses on plus-size women and their needs. It celebrates the curvy figure and is helping bigger women feel more mainstream and normal. In Asia, where women tend to be on the petite side and most Japanese stores stock only…

May 11, 2016 Plus Size Modeling

Struggling Mom Shares How Her Hobby of Taking Selfies Turns into a Career as a Fetish Model

Sabien Demonia used to be struggling on benefits and then her selfies and Fetish Modeling became her money maker and confidence booster and her life took a turn for the better. [media-credit id=232 align="aligncenter" width="640"][/media-credit]The single mother used to have a hard time buying clothes for her children. She moved to the UK from Poland in 2010, and she worked…

April 21, 2016 Plus Size Modeling

Truth About Plus-Size Models

Many plus-size models want to know how to be rich and famous with their modeling career. While being patient and hardworking seems to be the common advice one gets, you should know more. Learn about the ins and outs of the modeling business by reading through the entire section. Being a plus-size model is not easy; it requires more than…

December 24, 2014 Plus Size Modeling, Plus-Size Models

New Plus-Size Modeling Agency to Look Forward To

JAG and Its Perception Toward Plus-Size Modeling JAG—a new modeling agency in New York makes the most risky move to feature models starting from size 8. For the modeling agency, they do not consider the size as plus-size but the normal size for everyday women. They do not consider the company as one centering on plus-size either. They just want…

December 17, 2014 Plus Size Modeling, Plus-Size Modeling Agency

Be Rich and Famous through Plus-Size Teenage Modeling

Models start as early as the age they reach puberty including those that are interested to join plus-size teenage modeling. This field of fashion modeling has grown bigger and well-known. So teens have become more and more interested to take part in this field of modeling. Teenage plus-size models usually range from 13 to 19. At this age range, they…

December 13, 2014 Plus Size Modeling, Plus-Size Modeling for Teenagers, Plus-Size Models