Category: MODELING TIPS

7 Practical Tips To Own Your Look In 2023

Posted on by Alex

Owning your look means feeling confident and comfortable in your own skin. It’s about embracing your unique style and expressing yourself authentically. Here are some tips for owning your look:

Identify your personal style

Take some time to identify what styles and colors make you feel confident and comfortable. This could involve going through your closet, taking note of what you tend to gravitate towards, and identifying any patterns or themes that emerge. Once you are more aware of your own distinctive style, you can start to make intentional choices about what you wear.

Embrace your body type

No matter your shape or size, there are clothes out there that will flatter your figure and make you feel great. Instead of trying to fit into a specific mold or follow the latest trends, focus on finding clothes that fit well and make you feel confident. This might mean experimenting with different cuts and styles until you find what works best for you.

Be confident

Confidence is vital when it comes to owning your look. Stand tall, smile, and walk with purpose. Others will notice and react favourably to you when you feel more confident about yourself.

Experiment with accessories

Accessories can be an excellent way to add interest and personality to your outfit. Try adding a statement necklace, a bold scarf, or a pair of eye-catching earrings to complete your look. Accessories are also great for mixing and matching different styles and colors.

Mix and match

Don’t be hesitant to combine various patterns, textures, and styles to create a look that is uniquely yours. This could mean pairing a flowy dress with a denim jacket or combining a structured blazer with a pair of ripped jeans. Be imaginative and try out various pairings until you find something that feels right.

Dress for the occasion

While it’s important to express your personal style, it’s also crucial to dress suitably for the occasion. Consider the dress code and the setting when choosing what to wear. For example, you might opt for something more formal for a wedding or a job interview, while something more casual might be appropriate for a day out with friends.

Don’t be afraid to stand out

Sometimes, owning your look means standing out from the crowd. Don’t be afraid to wear something bold or eye-catching if it makes you feel good. Just be sure to own it and wear it with confidence.

In conclusion, owning your look is about feeling confident, comfortable, and authentic. By identifying your personal style, embracing your body type, being confident, experimenting with accessories, mixing and matching, dressing for the occasion, and not being afraid to stand out, you can create a look that is uniquely yours. Don’t be scared to take risks and have fun with your style!

10 Surefire Tips to Building a Professional Model Portfolio

Posted on by Alex
 

A modeling portfolio is a collection of photographs that showcases a model’s range, versatility, and unique style. A great modeling portfolio is essential for landing modeling gigs and attracting potential clients. Below are some useful tips on how to create an outstanding modeling portfolio.

Research photographers

The first step in creating a great modeling portfolio is researching photographers in your area. Look for photographers with experience shooting models and a style that aligns with yours. You can also seek out advice from other models or industry professionals.

Hire a professional photographer

Once you have found a photographer, it’s time to hire them to shoot your portfolio. It’s crucial to hire a professional photographer who has experience shooting models and can help you create a portfolio that showcases your unique style and personality.

Choose your outfits carefully

When selecting outfits for your portfolio, choose clothes that highlight your best features and fit your body type. You should also consider the type of modeling you want to do and choose outfits that align with that style.

Have a variety of poses

A great modeling portfolio should have a variety of poses that showcase your range and versatility. Experiment with different poses and expressions to show off your personality and unique style.

Include headshots

In addition to full-body shots, it’s important to include headshots in your modeling portfolio. Headshots should be simple and clean, with minimal makeup and a neutral background.

Use natural lighting

When shooting your modeling portfolio, it’s important to use natural lighting whenever possible. Natural lighting can create a softer, more natural look flattering your skin tone.

Keep it simple

When designing your modeling portfolio, it’s important to keep it simple and clean. Avoid cluttered backgrounds and distracting props that detract from the focus on you.

Consider video

In addition to still photos, consider including a video in your modeling portfolio. Video can showcase your personality and range even more than still photos and can be especially effective for models looking to do commercial or acting work.

Be selective

When choosing photos to include in your modeling portfolio, be selective and only include your best work. You should aim for quality over quantity, with a portfolio of around 10-15 photos.

Keep it up to date

Finally, it’s important to keep your modeling portfolio up to date. Update it regularly with new photos and experiences to show you are actively working and growing as a model.

Creating an outstanding modeling portfolio takes time, effort, and attention to detail. Using these pointers, you can create a portfolio showcasing your style and personality and helps you stand out in a competitive industry.

The Modelling Industry: Top 5 Expectations vs. Reality You Should Know

Posted on by Gary

Modeling is a glamorous career that has attracted people from all over the world. The fashion industry is constantly looking for fresh faces and new talent, and many aspiring models dream of making it big. However, the reality of being a model is often very different from people’s expectations. In this article, we will explore five model expectations and the realities of the industry.

Expectation 1: Fame and Fortune

Many people think that becoming a model automatically means fame and fortune. They assume that models earn much money, travel the world, and have a glamorous lifestyle. However, the reality is that modeling is a highly competitive industry, and only a small percentage of models ever achieve fame or fortune. Many models must work for years before making any significant income, and most never become household names.

Expectation 2: Perfect Body

The fashion industry is often associated with thinness and perfection; many believe that models must have perfect bodies. While it’s true that models are expected to maintain a certain level of fitness, the reality is that there is no one perfect body type. The industry is becoming more inclusive, and there are now opportunities for models of all shapes and sizes.

Expectation 3: Glamorous Lifestyle

People often assume modeling is a glamorous lifestyle filled with parties, red carpets, and photo shoots in exotic locations. While this may be true for some models, the reality is that modeling involves long hours, hard work, and little glamour most of the time. Models often work in uncomfortable conditions and spend hours standing in high heels.

Expectation 4: Easy Money

Many people believe that modeling is an easy way to make money. However, the reality is that modeling is hard work and requires a lot of time and effort. Models often have to go to castings and auditions, and they may have to work long hours with little pay. Modeling is also a very unpredictable industry, and work can be sporadic.

Expectation 5: Success Overnight

Many people believe that becoming a model means instant success. They assume that they will immediately start booking jobs and making money once they sign up with an agency. However, the reality is that success in the industry takes time and hard work. Models must constantly network, update their portfolios, and persist in their pursuit of employment.

7 Essential Tips for Choosing Stylish Accessories

Posted on by Alex

By Chi de Jesus

Hello there, fashionistas! We’re pretty much in the last month of summer and fall’s just around the corner! While you’re putting together your wardrobe for those special occasions based on your body type, here’s one important fashion element that you can also think about to either spruce or glamourise your ensemble – ACCESSORIES.

This means your jewellery, handbags, shoes, eyewear, and even your hair blings. So, let me jump on the bandwagon by saying that “the devil is in the details” because it is. What you put together makes people want to come nearer and see you. What they see up close makes them want to leave you IF – they’re not well thought of or they’re just … too much.

So, here are some points to ponder as you go through your collection of fashion blings through the years:

Streamline the look

After putting together your ensemble, use your accessories to complement its design – a thin neckpiece for that gorgeous neckline, a nice bangle for those sleeves, an interesting handbag for a pop of colour.

Accessorise to transform the simple chic

To update simple silhouettes or straight-lined designs, add interesting pieces to make them look more fab. A simple wife beater and denim look would look really exciting with open-toe high heels, layered neckpieces or bangles, and possibly cool sunnies.

Have a focal point

Accessorising can be fun but too much fun will make you look like a treasure chest threw up on you. You can possibly wear 3-4 pieces but make sure to find that one accessory that will be the accent of your look. A subdued colour ensemble could get that necessary pop with an asymmetric bag or even a signature piece of jewellery.

Create a colour story

Build on 2-3 colours to make your look cohesive and well- thought of. Wearing gold with silver is not so taboo anymore but make sure that it’s consistent – you can now throw in rose gold, leather and feather as long as it doesn’t unintentionally clash with your outfit.

Choosing the colours of your accessories can either come off as a complementary feature of the whole ensemble or an eyesore unless that’s what you’re aiming for. The first step, review your colour wheel.

Size matters

As body type directs you to what type of clothes you may wear, so does accessorizing – with an addition of your height. Women with larger body frames can deal with larger accessories. Ideally, women with a smaller frame should be more careful in choosing accessories that can “eat them up.”

Quality, Quality, Quality

Your accessories can be your “bat signal” or “magic lasso” so make sure that you be mindful of the quality of your accessories. Even wigs can be tricky. Cheap ones may not look like your natural hair colour so make sure that it’s at least within an acceptable shade and texture. Otherwise, it would look like a dead animal on your head.

Your shoes will always be your saving grace

If there’s anything that you would have to save for, it’ll be shoes. The right fit and design make you stand tall in so many ways. Just don’t forget your standards – closed-toes for a more classic look, open-toe for sleeveless and shoulder revealing tops, platforms for picnics, flats for the beach, and long shopping trips. There will always be something that will match the standard black, nude, and gold/silver so always keep one handy.

Accessorising is fun and it’s important that whatever you put on can strike a conversation to make meeting you more interesting. Just don’t forget that “cohesion is key;” there is just one look in one go, it’s like having a lot of things to say without meaning anything that’s why “cohesion is key.” Also, having so much fun putting things on can make you look too busy or “trying hard” so learn how to edit.

Source: The Australian Filipina

This Is What Models Really Eat In A Day

Posted on by Alex

Whether you love to hate, or, love to love models – there’s always one question that instantaneously springs to mind… What do they eat!?!

It’s easy to think of models as some kind of beautiful alien life force, who’ve been put on this planet with one primary goal; to make all the mere mortals feel bad about themselves. But do not fear! I’ve braved an interview with one certain alien and asked all the gritty questions about diet and the occasional naughty indulgences. Surprisingly, it’s not all that alien at all!

Ebony Wright of Jeep Model Management is a model/dancer extraordinaire. She has recently been seen strutting her fabulous self all over the Sydney Hair Expo runways and you would probably recognise her from a number of swimwear, clothing, and advertisement campaigns. Luckily for Model & Mode, this seriously sexy model/alien found time to give us the inside scoop, or should I say portion-controlled serving. Keep reading to see exactly what this model will eat during a standard day.

Let’s start with breakfast

Allegedly the most important meal of the day and according to Wright, it really is! She routinely has porridge sprinkled with quinoa flakes made on almond milk. All organic, of course, accompanied by her only piece of fruit all day (never a banana) and a glass of warm water with lemon. After her meal, she religiously takes her Vitamins; Fish oil, Vitamin C, Coenzyme Q10, Probiotic (Kefer). Wright says “I only ever have one piece of fruit all day because it’s so high in sugar… I love taking my Vitamin C because it’s great for collagen production.”

Lunch

For lunch, she usually makes a delicious organic salad with lots of dark greens. Included in her mainly alkaline salad she adds baby spinach, avocado, sprouts, cucumber, alfalfa, and tomato. Topped with a squeeze of lemon, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. Wright assured me that “…avocado is so delicious and full of good fats and its just great for your skin… I love using Himalayan pink salt, it’s so full of healthy minerals… I eat a tomato every day because it’s the best anti-aging food you can eat!”

Dinner

Dinner is usually a variation of the same combination: lean meat and vegetables. Chicken stir-fry with brown rice or simply protein and steamed vegetables. “I try and eat fish as much as possible, if I can’t have fish it’s chicken or lean beef.” Wright also says she loves having “…dark green and red vegetables for dinner – capsicum, spinach, kale, sweet potato, and zucchini. Unfortunately, I don’t eat mushrooms any longer because of their high acidity.”

If Wright is ever in the mood for a sweet treat (yes, you can even have dessert!) she will turn to a raw, vegan tart or indulge in some coconut vegan yoghurt. Of her diet, Wright swears she eats every three hours and makes sure she drinks at least two litres of water every day.

Perhaps after all that speculation and trepidation, they might be friendly aliens after all!

Photo by Maksim Goncharenok from Pexels

7 Ways To Maintain Your Beauty Routine During The Pandemic

Posted on by Krissy Anderson

By Chi de Jesus

A lot of disruptions have been happening to most of us because of this pandemic. We almost were ready to see more people cozy up in gatherings at home this coming winter. But the current outbreak says a gigantic “NOT!”… So I guess my wishful thinking has to get grounded by the current facts of life. Am sure, everyone’s familiar with these disruptions so let’s narrow it down to just being (tadaaan!) beautiful.

You may think that work from home and virtual meetings give you more time for yourself and get things more done at home. But wait! A lot of times, uncertainty ruins our ability to create that necessary routine to seamlessly get your perfectly done visage out of the door to attend this thing we call life. This article goes especially for the working ladies out there. If the usual routine would be waking up, having breakfast, taking a shower, doing your usual skincare routine, and then make-up before going to work, these times have made everything erratic. Regular schedules differ but your skin’s needs do not.

The standard skincare and make-up routine now become second place to fixing your room, doing work while eating your favourite treats, and binge-watching till you fall asleep. Here are some ideas to help you keep your glow until the next face-to-face time comes back again.

Start and end the day with skincare. To immediately get it out of the way, as soon as you wake up, cleanse-tone-moisturize. This will keep your skin hydrated no matter what you’re doing the rest of the day. At night, before watching that series you’ve been wanting to see, cleanse-tone-moisturize before you become a couch potato and fall asleep in front of the TV.

Always apply a thin layer of sunblock. UV rays can still reach you even if you’re inside your home. By doing this, you do not only prevent skin damage by UVB’s but also slows down the skin’s aging process.

Hydrate. Drink a lot of water. This provides the right hydration that keeps your skin supple and fresh.

During meetings that do not need you to be on cam, slip a moisturizing mask while you’re attending the meeting. Stress can also be a major source of skin deterioration. Doubling your moisturizing routine can help take out the stress on your skin.

The break also gives your hair the breather it needs from the application of heat and other sculpting products. You can apply a coconut mask or just plain coconut oil to refresh your scalp and replace the moisture that it loses from the extreme heat or cold. Tie your hair in a high ponytail or a simple low bun to concentrate the effect of the coconut oil and appear neat on cam.

Put Vaseline on your heels or the whole sole and wear socks. This helps moisturize your feet and dissolve the hard skin you get from constantly wearing heels.

Wear nude moisturizing lipstick or a coloured lip balm to keep your lips from drying up or capping. Taking care of your skin or putting on the right make-up shouldn’t only happen when people are looking. It should be something that never goes out of your routine because you have to look good for yourself and not anybody else.

Keep on being beautiful.

Source: The Australian Filipina

5 Fashion Must-Haves Every Man Needs In 2021

Posted on by Krissy Anderson

Are you a walking fashion disaster? Looking good should never take a step back in your life as today’s time quickly catches up with fast-evolving men’s style and grooming. There is no good excuse for being a slob who is left unmoved in a long-forgotten era with a style that is stuck in the maelstrom of outdated fashion trends. Sometimes, it pays to know where to turn when faced with a sartorial dilemma.

Check out our bucket list of trendiest men’s styles that will stick with you regardless of what the season dictates. Stray away from an embarrassing fashion tour with these smartest clothing tips that will surely save you from the ultimate wardrobe tragedy. Read on and become ready to face the world.

Save the day with the elegance and diversity of timeless pieces

You can never go wrong with the contemporary feeling that accompanies the white tee and khaki pants. Their classic style and timeless nature definitely transcend all seasons. Pair your white tee with a variety of jeans or don it under your classy slim suit while a perfect pair of khaki pants can be worn with an equally astonishing corporate or casual shirt. Be cautious though as choosing the wrong cut might send you in fashion peril.

Hit the road with your khaki pants investment

Fashion zeitgeist promises the versatility of collared shirts when worn appropriately. These pieces sauntered down upscale streets and can certainly vouch for a suave sophistication that is too hard to ignore. You can also look for some plaid flannels and other distinct styles that will surely make a big difference in your wardrobe.

Don’t underestimate the commanding effect of details

These should include your pocket square, tie, scarp, and even belt. Fashionable modern man should not lose focus on these most commonly underestimated pieces. While these may seem far less important than the main outfit, these details are indeed highly noticeable and can make or break the elegant look that you want to sport.

Never cease to experiment and cultivate your style

Walk out of your comfort zone and try shopping for outfits that might give you a surprising result. Oftentimes, the world of fashion offers a whole realm of varying trends that we become scared to touch for fear of becoming a fashion victim. Continuously improve your style, understand your frame and know what works best for you.

Who cares about the trends?

While experimenting may sometimes bring you an impressive fashion sense, overdoing it can kill your style. Don’t be a slave to trends. It’s better to buy stuff that you actually like rather than stocking your closet with unused clothes that will soon go out of style. Learn to twist fashion with versatile outfits that back you up when chips are down.

Do you still depend on your fashion style on Aunt Tilly? The humble beauty of these fashion tips will let you emerge with suave sophistication that never goes out of style.

The Guide: Shopping To Change Your Body Shape

Posted on by Alex

You’ve long been told to shop for your shape. But, what about shopping to change your shape? I mean, zipping it all in where it needs to zip in and popping it all out exactly where it needs to be popped out…to be a real-life Jessica Rabbit by sheer virtue of your wardrobe.

One minute you’re feeling a little flabby and the next you’re va va voom perfect, wondering why anyone would ever bother sweating it out at the gym when garments can take care of all that for you? It may sound too good to be true but there are some new technologies and approaches in women’s fashion that claim to do just that.

The Butt Lift Jeans

If you’re at all attuned to pop culture you would see there’s nothing really bigger right now than having a big butt. Nicky Minaj sets a high precedent for achieving a peachy ripe ‘ol behind. It may be genetics, it may be squats or it may be something more. However, there is more than one way to get the perfect butt that you desire.

Consider your regular old jeans and the way your butt looks in them. Does it look a bit flatter than you would hope? Does it take on a life of its own when you sit down? Does your butt definitely have more potential than your jeans are giving it credit for?

Salvation comes in a garment inspired by Latino fashions. The Butt Lift Jean is an item designed to contour and curve your most precious of assets (pardon the pun). By way of some very clever design and stitching, Butt Lift Jeans shape and place your butt in a position that looks nothing short of delicious. No butts about it.

All jokes aside, the Butt Lift Jean is a remarkable example of how to perk up and shape your body simply by way of your wardrobe.

The Waist Trainer

Has the Waist Trainer been appearing on your Facebook newsfeed of late? It’s highly likely considering the power of this current trend. Celebrity devotees (such as Khloe Kardashian) have been employing the slightly controversial technique of waist-cinching to achieve the ultimate hourglass figure. It’s reminiscent of the days of corsets when a waspish waist was the de rigeur of the times.

The Waist Trainer can be worn while working out or during your normal routine. It’s essentially a corset that can be leveled up (notch by notch) to achieve a slimmer waistline. Detractors do point to concerns about the comfort of wearability and possible damage to internal organs. There are several options available in the material used that affect the restrictive element (such as latex for hardcore waist-trimming) or a more pliant day-to-day material that can ever be worn at night.

Waist cinching is certainly a popular trend and a lot of fans praise the ability of the garment to support posture and to even improve muscular issues. A lot of “before and after” pictures exist that support the idea that a Waist Trainer can reduce the circumference of the torso region with repeated usage. Another reported benefit is that the use of the garment considerably reduces food volume intake.

Getting an enviable svelte midsection without needing to do a ton of push-ups seems like a dream come true. The only way to know if a Waist Trainer really works? Try one for yourself!

The Bandage Dress

The Bandage Dress has been certainly around for a while now. But, nothing beats it for creating the most desirable contours. The trend started with the original Herve Leger designs (worn by celebrities such as Jennifer Love Hewitt) and trickled down to the public with many copies by various brands made readily available.

The best quality Bandage Dresses are quite heavy due to the nature of the fabric that sucks you in exactly like (you guessed it) a bandage. They are made with Nylon – a textile that adds crucial strength and resistance to damage.

There are no shortage of designs and colours available and variations of style including: long gowns; long sleeve dresses; tops and skirts. They are a reliable ‘go to’ for a night out, keeping you feeling in place and perfect (even after a large meal or too many drinks). When it comes to beating the bloat – or at least camouflaging it – Bandage Dresses are a girl’s best friend.

You can’t go past the classic Bandage Dress when it comes to an instant fashion fix for your figure.

Stockists: (Kristina B: www.kristinab.com.au)

5 Simple Tips That’ll Give You Clearer Skin… For Essentially FREE

Posted on by Krissy Anderson

It’s important to take care of yourself. And one way of taking care of yourself is to take care of your skin. The old saying goes, “if you look good, you feel good.” But unfortunately, many of the products that are touted as being good for the skin are expensive, making establishing a skincare regimen difficult. But the good news is, there are things you can do – and not do – that will help you improve the condition of your skin without spending a small fortune on various creams and lotions.

Read on for some tips on how to get clear skin for essentially free.

Rinse Your Face Using Cold Water

Using cold water instead of hot water to rinse your face has certain benefits. Cold water can help to refresh your skin and reduce inflammation, but it can also reduce any puffiness and helps to tighten your skin. An added bonus is that the temperature of the water can help to wake you up first thing in the morning.

Go Without Makeup

The standard for beauty seems to dictate that women ought to wear makeup as often as is possible, but it’s also important to occasionally have a few makeup-free days to allow your skin the space it needs to breathe and regenerate. And when you do wear makeup, always make sure to completely rinse it off at the end of the day, so it doesn’t compact and clog your pores.

Don’t Touch Your Face

This one should be easy enough to follow in the time of COVID-19. Keep your hands away from your face as much as possible, as your hands are covered in bacteria that can cause breakouts, or worse. And if you find that you must touch your face, wash your hands first.

Clean Makeup Utensils

It may seem obvious, but if you let your makeup brushes go too long in between cleaning, they will provide a safe haven for bacteria, oil, and other pieces of cellular debris that may cause irritation or infection if repeatedly brushed over your skin.

Take Appropriate Caution When You Sleep

If possible, change your pillowcase as often as you change your sheets, since the fabric can trap dirt and oil, potentially causing irritation and inflammation. And if changing your pillowcase isn’t a possibility, try to remain sleeping on your back, so as not to expose your face to the potential skin blemish dangers of your pillowcase.

A Final Word

Taking care of your skin is important. And it sounds like it has the potential to be complicated, having to use a bunch of fancy soaps, creams, and lotions, but really, the secret to clearer skin is taking care of not only your skin itself, but what comes in contact with your skin, like bedding, makeup utensils, and your hands. If you are intentional about the products you use, how frequently – or infrequently – you use them, and the state in which they’re kept, you’re well on your way to having clear skin for free.

Models 101: Five Ways To Kickstart Your Modeling Career

Posted on by Gary

Pursuing the modeling dream is never an easy undertaking. The road towards the top will be filled with challenges, with many people giving up before they reach the reality of what they have always dreamed of. Whether you would like to pursue a career in modeling, you will be facing stiff competition. In some instances, you will end up being frustrated and with low confidence. With this in mind, keep on reading and learn from some of the tips that we will be sharing which will help you in reaching your dream of becoming a successful model one day.

Undergo extensive training

Before you even start with auditions and going to casting calls, the first thing that you have to do is to undergo extensive training in modeling. There are some schools offering formal training to those who would like to harness their skills. Even at home, you can practice with the help of online modules and tutorials. This will help you to be familiar with the various modelling techniques.

Create a kickass portfolio

This is specifically the case for those who have big dreams to have a career in modeling. This will serve as your resume. Your portfolio will demonstrate how you look in front of the camera and will make it easier for agents to assess whether they should accept you or not. It should be made in such a way that it will be able to highlight what you can do and offer. This will be a tool for marketing yourself, so make sure that it will be convincing enough.

Find a reputable agency

You should also exert effort in finding a reputable talent agency. The agent will make it easier for you to land gigs in the future. Their extensive network will also increase the likelihood of creating a name for yourself. You just have to make sure that you are working with a legitimate agent.

Go to casting calls

This is another important thing if you want to have a successful modeling career. Be proactive in looking for potential auditions. Before auditioning, make sure that you are fully prepared. Get enough rest, and as it has been earlier pointed out, practice so that you can deliver an impressive performance.

Never Lose Hope

This is perhaps the best to keep in mind as you pursue your modeling dream. Rejection is part of the game, which will make you frustrated. This, however, should not be areas on to give up. If you fail once, ask yourself what happened and use this as a launchpad to be better. Learn from your past mistakes. Use it as a motivation to be better.