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Runway Show Do's & Don'ts

Jun 19, 2019
6 min

Runway Show Do's & Don'ts

I've written numerous posts about runway related topics, but wanted to add this post to really highlight some of the significant do’s and don'ts that runway models can learn from, especially if you are new to the catwalk. Even if you haven’t booked your first show yet, you can still use these tips to your advantage! The backstage atmosphere & processes tend to be pretty similar from show to show, so going in equipped with the information below will help you be the type of mod

Male Model Bag Essentials

Mar 26, 2019
3 min

Male Model Bag Essentials

It's that time of year again- Kansas City Fashion Week! As a model, this week is going to be both exciting and exhausting, and the last thing you're going to want to do is try to pack your model bag in a rush and risk forgetting something. Last week, I shared model bag essentials for women, but this week is for the GUYS! I have reached out to one of Kansas City's top male models and dear friend, Vinny Sung, for all the essentials the men need to have in their bags! This was a

Spring 2019 Fashion Trends

Mar 20, 2019
2 min

Spring 2019 Fashion Trends

This Wednesday marks the official first day of spring! And while I'm 100% a winter baby and love the cold, this long midwest winter even has me looking forward to the new season. Last October, I called out some of the predicted trends for this upcoming spring- were the fashion month predictions correct? Read below to see what's still trending! Fringe: This is a trend I’m really happy to see! Given a modern twist and no cowboy vibes in sight, some designers used it as a flirty

5 Tips on Becoming a Model

Jan 7, 2019
5 min

5 Tips on Becoming a Model

I often get asked the question “How can I (or my son/daughter) be a model?”. While this question has no straightforward answer, and definitely no guarantees, there are many things you can do to help your odds in getting your foot in the door of a very tough industry. Photo by Kelby Reck, wearing Roger Figueroa There are a few things that are ‘musts’ when you’re trying to get into the modeling industry. All of the tips below I have had first-hand experience with, and have also

Runway Casting Call 101

Nov 28, 2018
3 min

Runway Casting Call 101

Earlier this week, I interviewed some of KC’s best designers for insight on what a designer looks for when casting runway models. This week, I’m going over some tips on how to prepare yourself for your next casting call. Don’t let the panel of judges intimidate you, read below and be ready to rock your next casting! Dress basic: At castings, models are asked to dress as simply as possible since the designer wants to see what each model really looks like without being distract

What Designers Look For at a Casting Call

Nov 26, 2018
6 min

What Designers Look For at a Casting Call

Casting calls are a big part of a model’s life, and no matter how many you attend throughout your career, they can still be very nerve-wracking. You never know what the client is looking for, and if you’re look is anywhere near what they have in mind. It’s also really hard to stand in front of a panel of people who are all looking at you and judging everything about you. Even after all my years of attending casting calls, every time I go to one, I always wonder what are they

To sign or not to sign?

Oct 17, 2018
6 min

To sign or not to sign?

“Should I sign with a modeling agency?” This is one of the biggest questions new models ask, and a question working models often ask themselves throughout their careers. The internet, especially social media, has opened up many opportunities for models, so why would you need a modeling agency when you can get modeling jobs freelance? This is a discussion I often have with my other model friends. While I went the agency route, I respect the models that choose to stay freelance

Fashion Month Recap- Looking Ahead to S/S19

Oct 2, 2018
3 min

Fashion Month Recap- Looking Ahead to S/S19

With the arrival of October, fall ‘Fashion Month’ (the four-week period twice a year when top designers debut their latest collections in New York, London, Milan and Paris) has officially come to a close. Getty Images/Imaxtree In the world of fashion, seasons work a bit differently. While most people (myself included!) are digging out their sweaters and donning their ankle booties, designers are already looking ahead to Spring/Summer 2019. In September, they presented their d

Fashion Show Preparation

Sep 18, 2018
6 min

Fashion Show Preparation

Getting booked for a runway show involves much more than just showing up the day of the show. It’s actually quite a process that, for some, begins weeks or even months before the show date. Photo by Brishen Lee wearing Ann Taylor What does all this preparation entail, exactly? The process is slightly different for every model, but there are a few things that every model does to prepare. See below for some common tips & tricks to get yourself runway ready. Month/Weeks before t