Interested in Modeling? It’s Not Too Late!
Did you hear all the talk about the 51 year old model, that has the fashion scene all a twitter?? According to news reports, ex- Chanel model, Ines de la Fressa, “stole the show” at the recent Spring 2009 Gaultier show.
It’s no news to us that the fashion industry has continually snubbed its nose at us “real” women, although we are the ones that are doing most of the buying!
But the tide seems to be turning… As we have reported in past posts, there is a glimmer of hope, and the industry is seeing the light! With new modeling agencies popping up that specialize in “older” models, there is still a chance to fulfill your lost dream of modeling!
Speaking of a comeback… our friend and author Christopher Hopkins just let us know of a Real People model search and make-over contest that is going on over at the AARP website.
Here is a photo of last year’s winners:
We hope to start seeing more mature models strutting their stuff on the pages of mainstream magazines soon!!
I am nearly 49 years old and have been told on many occasions that I look younger than my years, and I watch all the programs relating to glamourous women in their fourties and would like to know how I pursue my dream to model. I would love the chance to be able to walk the cat walk and model the deigner clothes that would be absolutely tremendous.
I am going to become a grandmother later on this year and this made me realise that I feel as though I have lost my identity as a women and have lived in the role of mother for many years and would very much like to have the chance to regain my confidence.
I would be great if you could pont me in the right direction I would be very grateful
I just had my 49th birthday, and all I think about is modeling.
I have always wanted to model, I did a little in my 20′s and I
also did pageants. I loved every minute of it. I would love to
be able to fulfill this dream.
Will you be having any of your 40+Modeling contests on the future?
Can you also advise me on where I should go to help me pursue my
dream?
Your advise would be very much appreciative.
Hi Lisa,
We have seen lots of women get into modeling late in life, but if you want to get the inside scoop on how to do it, there is no better book than, How to Break Into Modeling for Under $20.00, by Judy Goss.
Just click here or go to our site and look under Style books.
The author Judy Goss is a former Ford Model and knows the behind the scene tips in how to get started and not get ripped off by common scams that are lurking out there!
Good luck and keep us posted on your journey!
The Glam Gals
Very cool! People always tell me I should be modeling. I am 44. I live in TN not so much to do here as NY or LA.
Anyway, It’s good to hear others are out there doing this
I am turning 41 in July and ever since I have known myself, nobody ever believes my age. I have people forever commenting that i look as if I’m in mid 20s and as of lately I have developed so much love for modelling ’cause I always think, if I have the body and the look, why not.
The agencies that i have tried to approach have not assisted me in any way but I take it, one must always expect these things before they could actually achive their dream.I would really and dearly love to be a fashion Magazine and now getting a bit confused as to how I can get my dream right.
I will be 50 in January, I do not have a great skin, am 5ft 7, weight is 90kg, what can I do to become a model but am a nurse by profession and it has been my dream to become a model.
For models they don’t sit very well.
Hi Christopher,
LOL… good angle! Yes, if you are tall and try to sit in one of these, you might show off more than just leg!!! YIKES!
Hi everyone, I am 57 and have always wanted to compete in a modeling contest. I am 5’6″ and a good weight. I do not look my age but am proud of it and what I have accomplished in life and still continuing to do.
I retired from United Parcel Service last Jan and I am going to school online to finish my Associates in Paralegal. I have done some modeling in the past. I would love to do Fashion Print. It is a paasion of mine.
Let me know of any future contests. Would love to give it my best shot.
Hi Sandy,
You should def. go to http://www.more.com and check out their upcoming model search contest! Good luck and keep us posted! We also have a great book on our site, by Judy Goss, called, How to Break Into Modeling for Under $20.00.. its a must read!