Catwalk and fashion - Height and body shape are key in fashion modelling as sample clothes only come in 8-10. The ideal height is 5ft 9in to 5ft 10in but there are 6ft models too.



You must have to have stamina as well as the resilience to cope with the very competitive nature of the people you will be working with.

You will need to learn good posture plus specific moves and turns before attempting this field of modelling. Some agencies will ensure you are given the training and then fee is deducted from your earnings once you start work.

Photographic An unusual feature that sets you apart from the rest of the crowd and a special quality that shines through when you are photographed will help in this line of modelling

Patience is essential as you will probably have to wait around for the correct lighting and you should be keen and interested enough to help the photographer or film/video director to achieve the pictures they want.

Parts If you have gorgeous and exceptionally lovely legs, feet, hands, torso, eyes, lips, teeth, nose or ears, this could be the modelling contract for you.

People will have probably remarked upon the asset(s) and you can model these. You must take care not to get bruises, scars or cuts, and look after the asset at all times as you never know when you may be asked to work. Usually this is only part-time work so get another income.