Fashion | My Model Reality

6 days ago
5 min

Runway Model Bag

As a model, your “Model Bag” is a vital part of being prepared and should contain everything you may need for a show. Being prepared for the

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Sep 14
5 min

Runway Show Preparation

Although runway shows and fashion weeks are looking much different these days, one thing remains the same- being a prepared and professional

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Sep 9
1 min

Local Fall Events & Activities

Fall is here in Kansas City, and while most local events and festivals won’t be taking place in their traditional way this year, there are s

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Aug 31
5 min

Modeling Portfolio 101

As a model, your portfolio (aka ‘book’) is one of the most important tools you have for marketing yourself. Modeling is a first-impression..

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Aug 24
15 min

Modeling Industry Terms

Even if you’ve been in the modeling industry for a while, some of the lingo that industry insiders use can get confusing. Don’t worry, I’ve

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Aug 17
4 min

When to Decline a Modeling Job

As a model trying to make it in the industry, turning down a paid booking sounds like complete blasphemy. Who in their right mind would do t

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Aug 10
4 min

Busy Mom Finding Time to Exercise

As a busy mom, it can sometimes seem like you can’t even get five minutes of free time for yourself, let alone find time to get in a good wo

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Jul 27
5 min

Nudity in the Modeling Industry

Nudity is a prevalent theme in the modeling industry, especially for high-end fashion editorials. These days, it seems that nudity is someth

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Jul 20
2 min

DIY Post-Sun Facemask

Now that summer is in full force and most indoor things are still shutdown, more & more people are heading outside to have some fun. Unfortu

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Jul 13
3 min

Yes, Modeling is HARD Work

When you open a fashion magazine and flip through the pages, chances are you don't think a lot about the lives of the models you're looking

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Jul 7
12 min

Estes Park, Colorado

If you’ve never been to Estes Park, Colorado, you’re truly missing out. A place my family visited often when I was a little kid has now b...

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Jun 29
6 min

Model Release Form

Many aspiring and new models assume that all they need to do is be good at posing in front of a camera and walking a runway. But the real...

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Jun 22
2 min

Fun At-Home 4th of July Activities

Few things say summer more than Independence Day. And while the holiday is widely celebrated across the U.S., this year it looks a little...

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Jun 16
5 min

Photoshoot Model Bag

Being prepared for the unexpected often shows the difference between an amateur model and a professional model.

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Jun 8
2 min

Father's Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day is just around the corner, so I’ve gathered up some great gift ideas that will make the special men in your life feel loved!

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Jun 1
8 min

Photoshoot Prep

Whether you have you very first shoot or your hundredth coming up, there is always some preparation that’s involved to make sure you’re...

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May 26
4 min

Healthy Hair Tips

You wash it, brush it, blow-dry it, straighten it, curl it, and put all kinds of products in it... so it's not really a question of if yo...

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May 18
2 min

Memorial Day Activities

Many look forward to Memorial Day weekend as a time to reflect, celebrate and usher in the Summer season. Kansas City is usually full of ...

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May 11
7 min

How to Get Started in Modeling

So, you’ve decided you want to give the model life a shot. First of all, congrats on having the guts to shoot your shot in such a crazy i...

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May 4
2 min

Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Mother’s Day is this weekend, so what better time to honor those special ladies in your life?! Since we’re still practicing social distan...

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