Our pros from agencies around the country have picked these agencies for the best modeling agencies for plus size models. Find out how to get started right now.

1. Ford 12+ Division

Besides being home to one of the best-known model searches on the planet, Ford has a formidable number of plus-size models in the ranks. Another plus? Offices are located in a wide variety of cities, and not just in the U.S. You can find Ford + Divisions in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles.

2. Wilhelmina ten20 Division

Wilhelmina represents a good number of high-powered (and gorgeous) plus-size models in the country, and has its own ten20 division located in L.A.

3. Giovanni Model Management

Giovanni has offices in Montreal and Canada and has a Women’s Plus Division, most notably representing stunning plus-size model Barbara Brickner.

4. Dorothy Combs Models

This Miami modeling agency represents models sized 10+ and represents some “true” plus-size models of larger proportions, like model Yanderis Lodos.

5. Goddess Models

This agency has a fabulously large portfolio of plus-size models, which is promising in itself. With offices in New York, they cover commercial print, fit, fashion print, commercials, and showroom for sizes 10 and up.

This Today Show Interview is shocking and awful! The article reads that Filippa has worked for Ralph Lauren for 8 years, since she was 15 years of age.  Ralph Lauren cancelled her modeling contract citing that Filippa no longer fit Lauren’s sample sizes used for runway fashion shows. Fashion shows used to have more curvy models like Cindy Crawford, Tyra Banks and Rachel Hunter – if you can even call them curvy!  Over recent years, sample sizes have dropped from normal small sizes 2 – 4 and sometimes 6, to ultra thin sizes and 2.  

Filippa has conducted herself with the utmost professionalism, despite such obvious and ludicrous prejudice, and in the face of  Ralph Lauren further besmudging her by running an ad that has been grossly photoshopped.  I find it almost ironic, if it wasn’t so tragic, that out of all of this, it’s further proof that models don’t really look like their photos.  All photos are photoshopped to make the model more/less shapely, pretty, tall, thin, darker, lighter and with or without freckles or beauty marks.  Modeling is a crazy industry!

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Types of Modeling:

• High fashion or Runway modeling
• Commercial and Print modeling
• Baby, Toddler and Child modeling
• Plus Size modeling
• Mature modeling

Modeling successfully in any of these categories depends on your look, your attitude and your agent. Industry experts at Do I Look Like A Model have defined each one of these attributes by modeling category. 

What Are Modeling Requirements of Age, Height & Size Requirements by Type of Modeling?

Models and Talent come in all shapes and sizes. However, when it comes to high fashion, catalogue, and runway modeling there are very specific sizes one must be to have a successful career. Why? Because in  these types of modeling, the clothes are not in the stores and being pulled off of the racks to be modeled. They are hot out of the top designer studios and are referred to as samples.

The ages for these divisions usually range between 14 – 30 years.

High Fashion, Runway and Catalogue Modeling Requirements
Female models need to be 5′9″ A to small C cup bust, up to a 26″ waist, and no more than a 35″ hip.

Male models need to be 6′ to 6′3″ no more than a 42 jacket and no more than a 34″ waist.

Plus models also need to be body proportionate. Ranging in sizes 12 – 18.

Commercial Print Models
This is one of the largest divisions of modeling because it does not have the strict age, height and size requirements.
Commercial print modeling is the modeling of a product and not apparel. It could be for anything from an advertisement for Samsung, apple computers, Pine Sol, Tide detergent, to Crest toothpaste.

The age requirement is from newborns to the mature.

There are no specific height and size requirements. Commercial print modeling is basically the everyday slice of life that the mass populations can identify with.  Can you hear me now?  Perfect!

 Most importantly, before you can get started in modeling you must first be confident that you have the look and which category of modeling you are best suited for depending on your body type (height and body proportion).  Our experts recommend you submit your model profile and photos to professional scouts with Do I Look Like A Model before sending them to modeling agencies to ensure you’ve chosen the best photos of yourself.  There is only one chance to make a first impression.  Too often, aspiring models send agents photos that don’t truly show how photogenic they are because they are over made up, too scantily dressed or just bad photography by supposed professionals.

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Do I Look Like A Model recommends watching this video to help choose the modeling category that is right for you.  Each modeling category has different criteria for models. The variety of modeling categories are: Runway, Fashion, Commercial, Plus Size, Mature, Kids and Parts (hair, hands and feet).  For more details about the different model categories visit our FAQ

Modeling is everything you’ve heard about, dreamed of and watched on hit shows like America’s Next Top Model – and more!  It is truly exciting, nerve wracking, competitive and dramatic all rolled into one job.  Modeling is synonymous with trendy clothes, the hippest parties, exotic photo shoots, glitz and glam.  Who wouldn’t want to be a part of all of that!

There is an endless stream of people that want to be models.  Models are sought after for television commercials, spokesmodels, brand models, print and catalogues, fashion magazines, runways and fashion shows, parts modeling like hair, hands and feet models, fitness models, teens and seniors.  In fact, just look at the advertising you see everyday on the Internet, in magazines, on television and at the movies.  Models are needed for practically every facet of advertising.  They are so much in demand and hard to find.

If there are so many modeling jobs and so many people that want to be models, it begs the question, why are there still modeling job openings?  Simple – looks, photogenic quality, availability and attitude.  Looks are about 2/3 the qualifications a person needs to be a model.  Availability and professional attitude are the remaining 1/3.  The first step in deciding if modeling is really for you is to find out if you have the looks and photogenic qualities to be a model.  Find out from pro model scouts for top agencies at Do I Look Like A Model.

Next, determine which modeling category you fit into.  Each modeling category has its own set of model requirements.  Click here to view model requirements by modeling category.  These requirements are general guidelines to help you identify which modeling category will suit you best based on physical characteristics.  Remember, modeling is not just about being extraordinarily pretty or handsome.  Modeling is looks, photogenic capability and a strong, professional, personality.  Above all, models need to have the ability to use rejection to your advantage and still put on a smile and strut down a runway or walk into a room filled with lights and cameras. 

Now you’ve got a good picture of this tough industry and glamourous world.  The truth is, models are rejected many times before they get a paying job.  Do not take it personally. Each agency, casting agent and photographer envisions how a model needs to look and act before the ad is shot. At an open casting call, you’re simply walking in and finding out if your look and demeanor match with what the pros have imagined.  Being assessed in this way is certainly not personal.  Use every opportunity to show your best side – you never know what the exposure to this networking opportunity could bring you on the next booking opportunity. 

If modeling is right for you then go for it with all you’ve got!  Look at every open door as a potential opportunity.  Modeling is a business and an art.  You can’t force a modeling career – you either have what it takes or you don’t.

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Female models, male models and child models of all ages are welcome.

Professional photos not required, the more natural look the better.  

No experience necessary.

If you can answer Yes! to both of these questions, then you may have what it takes to become a fitness model.

Do you like to take care of your physical appearance?
                                        

Do you like to lift weights and keep your body in peak shape?

Want to know if you have what it takes to be a fitness model?  Our professional scouts are ready to review your photos and tell you if you’ve got the potential to get into this exclusive modeling category.  Click here and start the process now!  Don’t waste time, you can be on your way in just a few days.

With all the focus over the past 10 years on health and fitness, fitness modeling has sparked the interest of many bodybuilders and other athletes. Beautiful bodies are becoming more mainstream on TV, feature films and magazine covers. Businesses are spending a record of over $160 million every month on advertising diet and exercise related products - so there’s a growing demand for fitness models.

The Looks

The first thing you have to understand before getting into this business is that modeling is very subjective, although the requirements for fitness and athletic modeling are not as stringent as runway or fashion modeling.

There really are no specific height requirements like there is in runway or fashion modeling, and that’s reflected in agencies men’s and women’s boards. Agencies represent females that stand only 5′2″ tall, and male fitness models standing over 6′5″ tall. However, if you really have to have a guideline for your own comfort level, then some agencies prefer to have women between 5′6″ and 5′10″ tall and men between 5′10″ and 6′2″ tall.

Fitness models from 18 years of age and up get jobs in the industry.  It can also be tough to pin down other requirements as well. Body types can vary widely, but it’s safe to say that you should be in-shape. Most people relate fitness modeling to the bodybuilding-type body, but it’s really more inclusive of other in-shape bodies including strength athletes with thicker torsos and tennis players with thinner but toned bodies. Female fitness models should have nice abs and curves without being too ripped.

The most subjective of the requirements can be facial beauty. Face can sometimes be overlooked when the model is a star athlete, but for most male fitness models a nicely chiseled face with a strong jaw line is a big plus. For female fitness models, its important not to get so lean that your face sinks in.

Your photos must capture your body in your best shape.  To prepare, set a date just as if you were going to compete (think of photo shoot day as “the contest”) and then train for the photo shoot. Go outside and do some really COOL photos in some cool places… not just boring studio stuff. Go do it! Capture yourself on film in everyday activities- you’ll be so glad you did.

The Attitude

Given all the exercise fitness models do, it’s no wonder that working models are happy and take great pride in the way look.  Most models are involved in their community and participate in competitive sports like triathalons, running or biking. 

Many fitness models work as spokesmodels for products as well.  If you’re interested in working in television and going to public events, then you’ll need training and practice in walking, posture and speech.  Speaking models must project a warm, friendly and confident demeanor.  Think of the Bowflex models, they seem to be regular people that worked out and became a new person.  In reality they’re fitness models that use Blowflex to keep in shape.  As spokesmodels, it’s more likely that they may have even lost a little weight or gained muscle mass using the equipment, which means they’re sales pitch will sound more believable because it’s based in truth.

Fitness models have one of the coolest jobs in modeling.  They are good looking and are physically above average which opens more doors to success than just having a pretty face.  It’s the one category of modeling that combines modeling opportunities and spokesmodels.  This is why it’s a speciality of it’s own and working models have agents with industry connections in a variety of advertising channels like infomercials, commercials, events and magazines.

The Agent

An agent is responsible for procuring work in a certain part of the industry. This may include commercial print advertising, TV commercials, episodic TV shows, and feature films to name a few. As with all modeling categories, fitness model agents are entitled to keep a percentage of your pay for jobs he or she books for you.

Once agencies have interviewed you and express their interest you will need to chose the right agency for you.  Agents are responsible for grooming models for the type of work the model is expected to book.   Models will book work with the clients that agents have.  With that in minds, be sure to ask agencies the names of clients they have done work with and see samples of the client work.  All of this will help you chose the right agency and have confidence in the type of work they produce.

After using Do I Look Like A Model?, you can confidently contact agents in your area or in the major markets and learn what they’re schedules are for interviewing new models.  Each agency represents models for different types of work and clients so don’t focus on just one or two agencies.  You will be shocked at how much work mid-size, local and regional agencies have for ‘local’ fitness models.  It’s a great way to build your resume and experience. 

Insider Tip:  models that are successful on the local/regional levels have a higher chance of being picked up by national and international agencies than walk-ins.