Turning your body into a walking art form takes a lot of practice and patience, especially when you think about how unforgiving the modeling industry really is in Perth. While swinging their hips and strutting their stuff has been more effective for those that are already experienced in the modeling industry.
Make sure you always come prepared in Perth. Being a successful runway model is about commanding the stage without coming across as arrogant.
Modeling can be difficult, male models can have a bit more difficulties in Perth. Instead of putting one foot in front of the other, men walk by keeping their feet further apart, side by side - at a close but natural distance from one another. Try to keep your hips as steady as possible, swinging is seen more in female models that are working the runway. Aside from these key differences, male and female modeling is essentially the same.
Women will take short quick steps, while men will take long and steady strides.
Don’t over swing your arms, that is a mistake almost every newbie in Perth makes. Just let your arms move naturally beside you.
Do not make faces, have a neutral expression on your face.
Learn good posture. Hold your shoulders back, walk tall and walk casually–you do not want to come off looking like a robot.
Before you get on the runway, choose an imaginary spot and focus on it when you start working. This will help you keep focus and make sure you are not distracted.
Female Model Physical Requirements
Generally, fashion houses and modeling agencies in Perth look for female models 16 to 21 years old, 5’ 9” and above in height. Officially, there are no exact weight requirements, but most international runway models weigh between 110 to 130 lbs. With that kind of height, it is quite logical that you’ll have to be quite lean and skinny. If you are below 18 years old, you will need to have a parent or legal guardian sign your contract and you might need to have a work permit depending on where you want to work.
Male Model Physical Requirements
It will be pretty tough in Perth, though not impossible, to start a modeling career without meeting some of the industry’s criteria. The measurements may differ slightly with designers, but are overall within this range:
Your height should be between 6’ to 6’2”.
Your chest width should be between 38” and 40”.
Your waist should be between 30” and 32”.
The modeling industry prefers lean, long and healthy looking muscles.
Again, remember that there are expectations to the rule in Perth. It all depends on the designer you are modeling for.
Spend your free time learning from the best in Perth. That means you have got to watch and attend as many fashion shows as you can. The industry is forever evolving, but something’s stay the same, so educate yourself on what the best models have gotten right. Note how they walk and pose at the end of the runway.
Advertise Yourself and Network
Do not become a guru on these runway modeling tips and keep all that talent locked up as you get started on your career path in Perth. As tough as it is to break into the modeling world, your chances are a hundred percent better when you sign up with a gread modeling agency. So when you are finally at that point of being ready, take professional photos and start sending them out to agencies around Perth.
