I have a guest writer for this blog post! Super
Fashionista and intern extraordinaire Sydney Wright! I was thrilled to have her
work with us for a few months in the office and she took the lead on this
article on Model Appearance.
The way a model
presents him/herself is a reflection of not only the talent but the agency they
represent. A model should look neat and professional whenever they are
representing themselves.
It is extremely
important that their clothing is clean, pressed, and free of pilling, stains, rips
and tears. This means to both auditions and shoots. DO NOT wear any clothing is
inappropriate (too short, too revealing etc) outdated or too flashy. The client
is looking to advertise a product, not you! Your clothing should not be making
the statement- that is your job OR the products job. If you are booked for the
job- make sure your clothes aren’t too flamboyant so the viewers are going to
become distracted by you.
An important pointer to remember before leaving for a job
is to always iron or steam your clothing beforehand. Wrinkly clothes are never
going to help you get hired or rehired for another job. Your clothing is a
reflection on YOU. Never wear any
pants, dresses, or tops that could possibly wrinkle while in the car on your
way to a job. (ie linen, cotton, and khaki) These fabrics should be slipped on
at the shoot, not worn to the booking. It may be even wiser to choose to wear a
wrinkle-free fabric such as rayon, polyester, or other synthetic materials.
Never wear an outfit that is outdated unless properly
specified by the client! Knit ties, parachute pants, belly shirts, and your Van
Halan fan club tee-shirts are not appropriate for 2013. Keep these clothes in
the eighties and nineties where they belong! To auditions, dress as if you were
going to an interview. Your first
impression could score you the job.
Always remember that as well as dressing appropriate, it
is also important to act appropriate. Refer to our last blog post for
suitable behavior at auditions as well as on the job. Keep in mind that you are
representing your agent as well as yourself. Do your best to make a POSITIVE,
lasting impression on the client. First impressions are lasting impressions-
just like your mom always said.
Thank you Sydney for your input on this topic! You
have a very bright future!
