If you aspire to be a model and are a plus-size woman, then you are in high demand. Welcome to the 21st-century desired feminine silhouette. As more people find curves attractive, the plus-size modelling niche continues to flourish exponentially.
Being skinny and curve-less is no longer the preferred requirement for modelling. ‘Thin is out; curvaceous is in’ aptly describes the new trend. Women no longer crave to be thin, as many ladies opt for bust-lifts, butt-lifts, and other body enhancements to add curvature to their bodies.
There are many regions in the world where being a plus-size woman is more acceptable than being skinny. They believe that more flesh in the right places makes a woman a real woman, and the fashion design industry is aware of this. Because of this, apparel manufacturers, fashion retailers, and exhibitors have also developed a renewed interest in the plus-size fashion industry. It is not uncommon to now find fashion designers whose sole passion is designing clothing and accessories for voluptuous plus-size women.
Who are the beneficiaries of this new trend?
- Curvy women who previously didn’t dream of pursuing a modelling career.
- Large-size garment industry.
- Fashion designers, couturiers, makeup artists and hair stylists.
- The fashion accessories industry.
- The weight loss industry.
What Does this Mean for Big Models?
The fashion industry has finally discovered that most women can be considered plus-size or, if you wish, voluptuous. You don’t have to be as skinny as a waif to earn that coveted place on the fashion runway. The fashion industry is not only embracing plus-size women to showcase clothing designs made for the average woman, but they are also aware that styles must suit what many of today’s women can identify with, something for women who embrace their bodies and curves with pride.
Do You Aspire to Work as a Plus-Size Model?
If you have “I’m too fat” thoughts, you are not giving yourself a fair chance. If you think you are too fat to model, kill that thought. Remind yourself that women as large as size 20+ work as professional models. And they make good money as well.
To model as a big-bodied individual, you must be bold, confident, and proud of your body. It is not uncommon to find big-bodied women boasting about their silhouettes and openly displaying their confidence. It is a good development for young aspiring models who no longer need to tread the harmful path of anorexia to become and remain thin. Before you make a decision, you need to ask yourself some questions. Are you:
- Passionate about becoming a large-size model?
- Confident and comfortable with your size?
- Interested in pursuing a full-time or part-time career?
- Are you desirous of showcasing clothing, footwear, swimwear, or other?
- Ready to interpret what scouts find interesting about you and use it as an added advantage?
If you know what you want, then go for it. Take that leap if you are passionate about this profession. There is no harm in trying. You will probably be pleased that you made the right decision. It may also interest you (to know) that top fashion designers in the industry have started to look closer at the high-earning potentials and growing profits gained from the promotion and retail of formal, semi-formal, and casual plus-size apparel and other accessories. So, if you are bold, confident, and proud of your size, and aspire to become a plus-size model, modelling agencies are scouting for you.