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- December 7, 2022
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As a model, you can gain poise and confidence through your skills. Travelling, meeting creative professionals, and earning a generous salary make this a rewarding career. You should, however, prepare well for this profession prior to entering it, given its competitive nature. In this article, we explore the height, age, and measurement requirements for modelling in India. It is extremely vital to have the right skills and qualifications to become a model.
There are essentially three types of fashion modelling:
1. Still modelling for print ads and catalogues.
2. Modelling on ramps during fashion shows.
3. Commercials for television and the big screen using audio-visual modelling.
A Still model or an Audio-visual model would be ideal if your face is expressive but your physique is constraining. Whenever you decide to pursue modelling as a career, you need to be professional. Diet, exercise, and grooming have to be done regularly. In order to achieve a well-shaped body or a healthy glowing skin, you have to understand that it takes time.
What is the minimum height requirement for modelling?
It is required that models meet minimum height requirements for some job roles. It is important to note, however, that these requirements are not common across industries. Models must meet the following general height requirements.
- Fashion shows and runways usually require male models to be at least 5’10’’ (178cm). In the case of female models, a minimum height of 5’7″ (171cm) may be required.
- It is common for male models in pageants such as Mr India to exceed the height of 5’7’’ (171cms).
- The majority of casting agencies prefer women with a minimum height of 5’3’’ (162cms) and men with a minimum height of 5’7’’ (171cms) for print ads and commercial modelling .
Minimum height requirements are not required for modelling options such as face and hair modelling, neck and shoulder modelling, nude and artistic modelling, hand modelling, and fitness modelling.
What is the age requirement for modelling?
It is also helpful to keep up with the latest trends in style and fashion to project the perfect combination of brains and brawn. It is usually specified that participants have to be between 18 and 30 years old. As part of the application process, modelling agencies usually ask you to submit a full-length and a close-up colour photograph of yourself along with your vital statistics. It is therefore important that you have some professional pictures taken by a photographer. To be noticed as an aspiring model, a well-shot portfolio is essential. Think of it as an investment. Additionally, if you feel your portfolio suffices, you can contact fashion magazines, advertising agencies, or even some top-notch designers and choreographers. Even though the odds are that at first, your pictures might land in the trash, you can do this by submitting them to the advertising agency’s model coordinator. Nevertheless, it’s all part of the learning process. It’s about not giving up that makes the difference. In other words, pain is necessary for growth. Getting involved with a reputed modelling agency would also be beneficial.
What are the measurement requirements for modelling?
New models are often surprised at how many different genres of work are available to them.
Listed below are the most well-known genres and their requirements:
- Fashion modelling – Fashion campaigns, editorials, high-end designers, runway and catwalk modelling can be found on runways. Unlike other types of models, fashion models have very specific requirements regarding their age, height, and measurements. 16-21 is the typical age range. Most agencies will require models to be at least 16 years old, but models can be younger than this. It is also true that models can be older, but agencies and clients tend to prefer models who appear younger and have a more youthful appearance. Most women are between 5’9″-6’”, their busts range from 32″-36″, their waists range from 22″-26″, and their hips should range from 33″-35″. There is no doubt that most women don’t meet these standards, and that is why fashion models are generally paid the most and work the hardest. It’s okay if you don’t meet these criteria; most women don’t, and that doesn’t mean agencies won’t make exceptions for you.
- Print catalogue, editorial modelling – Almost as lucrative as fashion modelling, but with fewer restrictions. There is a typical height range of 5’8″ to 5’11″ and typical measurements are 32″-35″ for the bust, 33″-35″ for the hips, and 22″-26″ for the waist. Catalogue modelling and fashion modelling are the two most specific genres of modelling. The reason they are the most profitable is because of this.
- Lingerie/swimsuit modelling – There are also often specific measurements required for models. Lingerie measurements typically include: height 5’7′′-6’, bust between 32’’ and 35’’ C Cup size, waist between 22’’ and 26’’, and hips 33′′-35′′. In comparison to a lingerie model, a bikini model typically has a larger bust.
- Aside from television commercials, other types of modelling include live product/brand events, live showrooms, web, and niche modelling like tattoos, piercings, petite, plus-size, mature, body part, fitness/bodybuilding, without clothes, and more.
There will always be differences in measurements depending on the type of modelling you do and the industry you are in.
Taking pictures isn’t the only aspect of modelling. Aspiring models should approach the modelling industry as any other job, with professionalism, dignity, and perseverance, as it is primarily a business. Although it appears to be all about glitz and glamour from the outside, the industry is far from it. In addition to being physically and mentally demanding, modelling can also be emotionally draining. The fact that a number of models may be competing for the same small pool of jobs can make it difficult for models to stay competitive. Rejection is a necessary part of this process, which can be emotionally exhausting.
Developing a thick skin is crucial to protecting yourself from rejection. Don’t take rejection personally if you’re rejected. Eventually, they will happen. There may be specific needs that companies have for casting shoots or casting for shows on that specific day, and you may not be the right fit for what they are looking for. You will not only benefit from your career, but also become a stronger person if you can embrace the realities of the business and stay persistent.
