know that not all clients pay for travel. So if you do not live in a major city where most
of the shoots are done, you will have to pay for your own travel.
Sharra B. from California asks:
I’m 23 years old, 5’9 and wear a size 16. I have visited two different agencies and I’m
more confused than ever. One agency said they would sign me if I lost weight and go
down to a size 14. The other is ready to sign me now but they said that size 16 models
do not work as much as smaller models.
I can understand why you are confused but let me try and clarify. According to a few
of my sources, agencies are being asked for models between size 12 and 14 for the
most part. However, the pressure that the plus size customer has put on brands and
designers for more diverse models is creating some change. If you notice, there are
now size 16 models on the Lane Bryant website. Retailers such as Monif C, Catherines
and Avenue also use models that are a size 16.
The second agency is telling you that if size 16 is where you are most comfortable
then they will market you at this size. However, they’d like you to know that while
the industry continues to change, you may not get as many opportunities as smaller
models. Is it fair? No. But I do like that the agent is willing to market and fight for you
at your size. Good luck!
Anonymous from NYC asks:
I’m a signed model but have not been booking many jobs. I go on castings and I’m
signed to a good agency. Do you have any advice for me?