2006-09-25 06:42:12 · 10 answers · asked by Cowgirl Up 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Skin & Body
It all depends on what division of modeling you would go into. Commercial(Catalogue) /Print/ Art are usually more diverse than fashion. At your height and weight, you could be categorized as a plus-size model..AND THAT IS NOT AN INSULT, JUST FACT. I am 5'7 and weigh more than 150 lbs. and am pursuing a career in plus-size modeling. If I lose 30 lbs. I am still not the proper person to go into high fashion runway modeling because of my height.
The big hoopla over the last few days involving Isreal and Spain banning super skinny models may change the perceptive. But in the meanwhile, models of your height normally are weigh less than 155 lbs.
2006-09-25 06:51:37 · answer #1 · answered by Dana T 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Anyone can be a model as long as they have the right attitude, measurements are not set in stone people look for a unique look not just a few numbers. If you are happy with the work, and don't expect overnight success, you will be fine. If you are actually thinking about it here is some advise.
I have heard a lot of bad thing about SOME (not all) modelling agencies and how they make you pay for photos and photo sessions before they take you on then never give you any work. Always check with the local Better Business Bureau in teh US or Trading Standards in the Uk or Similar organisation elsewhere.
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2006-09-26 23:20:06 · answer #2 · answered by indieboy 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Currently models are way to skinny, I don't think it's worth risking your health to become one. Hopefully if Spain's example is anything to go by, they will ban underweight models (which are currently the norm) and more girls with healthy weights, like yourself, will have more opportunities for catwalk modelling. I don't know what clothes size you take, but at the moment it's pretty ridiculous that most catwalk models are less than a size 0 or size 2 and plus size models start at size 10 or 12, so what is there for everyone in between, besides catalogue modelling. Hopefully, if and when things change, catwalk models will be used up to a size 8, which will then cater for everyone. HTH : )
2006-09-25 13:08:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
In the world of modeling you should be atleast 5'10 and around 121.5 lbs. I don't think that is normal.Most of those models look like they need to eat a damn cheeseburger.Don't starve yourself to get a job modeling.Models with a little meat on thier bones are taking over.What is normal for someone else will never be normal for you.
2006-09-25 06:59:06 · answer #4 · answered by mommyofsix 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure about the weight for a model but I'm a half inch taller than you and I weigh 150 to 155 and it is perfectly normal for me to fluctuate. And I certainly am not fat. Hope this answers your question :)
2006-09-25 06:50:30 · answer #5 · answered by purpleflash2000 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You're weight is fine for your height......Most models are usually underweight
2006-09-25 06:48:25 · answer #6 · answered by parrothead2371 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
that's normal...here's a website that has some ranges...
http://www.bastardly.com/archives/2006/02/21/how-much-do-your-favorite-celebrities-weigh/
2006-09-25 06:45:55 · answer #7 · answered by Snki55ed Princess 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
male or female?
For Male, you are underweight,
for female, you may be at an ok weight , but heavy for a model.
2006-09-25 06:50:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
yes yes its normal. u are perfect shape
2006-09-25 06:49:57 · answer #9 · answered by rajan naidu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you are way too thin girl!!
2006-09-25 06:53:49 · answer #10 · answered by jax 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋