What is Fashion Modeling and it’s Types?

Fashion modeling is an exciting field filled with various opportunities, allowing you to express your creativity in unique ways. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to shift gears in your modeling career, understanding the different types of fashion modeling can help you find the right niche for your talents and interests.

At the beginning of your journey, it’s essential to keep an open mind. As you gain experience, you’ll learn more about the various avenues available in the fashion industry. Each type of fashion modeling offers its own set of challenges and rewards, making it possible for you to carve out your own space in this dynamic world.

Models are needed to showcase different types of clothing, accessories, and products, which means there are many paths you can take. Some models choose to specialize in one area, while others enjoy exploring various types of fashion modeling to see what resonates with them. This article will provide an overview of the different types of fashion modeling, including the skills and requirements for each, helping you navigate your way to success in this vibrant industry.

List of 10 Different Types of Models:

1. Runway models

Usually runway models work on the catwalk, which is the runway at fashion shows where new clothing lines are presented by designers. Models on the runway typically have similar builds and heights because designers often produce their items to certain standard sizes. It is often a requirement that runway models be at least 5’9″ tall. A designer’s choice of clothes can range from intricate winter outfits to lingerie, depending on what he or she wishes to showcase.

2. Fashion/Editorial models

A fashion model is an individual who appears in popular fashion magazines as an editorial model. New product lines, single products, and accessories are often showcased in collaboration with the most reputable designers. It is therefore difficult to get into editorial modelling because it is a highly selective field. It is common for these models to be tall and slim, and designers generally prefer individuals who are ‘complete packages’ in terms of their appearance and body type.

3. Commercial models

Fashion models are highly selective, while commercial models are less so, as employers prefer a wider range of figures and appearances. Catalogues and advertising campaigns can use commercial models to showcase a variety of products. Similarly, you can appear in television and other advertising, where a variety of looks can be appealing visually. If you are interested in moving on to another type of modelling, you might start as a commercial model.

4. Fitness models

An individual who is a fitness model is typically in excellent physical shape. A well-toned body can appear muscular, athletic, and comprise an athletic build. It is therefore common for fitness models to display fitness clothing such as trainers, tracksuits, and other sporting equipment. It is also possible for a fitness model to demonstrate certain exercises and workout routines in videos and other media outlets. Fitness models undergo a lot of training and exercise to achieve their desired physiques.

5. Lingerie and swimsuit models

Lingerie and swimwear are the main focus of these models. In addition to undergarments, sleepwear, and some kinds of summer clothing, this may also include other kinds of clothing. Unlike runway and editorial models, these models are often more curvy or shapely because of the garments they wear.

6. Glamour models

Beauty and attractiveness are key characteristics of glamour models. Models in glamour do a lot of photoshoots for lingerie and swimwear because they’re generally more shapely than editorial or runway models, so they’re in demand. Photoshoots for glamour models are also different, as they are often photographed in poses that evoke specific reactions.

7. Print models

A print model can accommodate a wide range of printed media. A billboard, booklet, flyer, poster, or magazine may be used. Similar to commercial models, they are often photographed to promote a particular product. The world of print modelling is similarly less selective than that of editorial modelling and can include a wider range of looks and builds. Rather than hiring you to promote a product, an employer may hire you because of your unblemished skin and pleasant smile.

8. Parts models

The purpose of a parts model is to showcase clothes and accessories that only involve a portion of the body. A part model might wear rings, bracelets or similar jewellery while having their hands photographed. Alternatively, you could display shoes, slippers, sandals, and other footwear with your feet. The same applies to nail care and other beauty products that don’t require a full body showing. Because of this, parts models may only focus on specific body parts, such as hands, feet, and legs, that are well-proportioned. Therefore, this type of modelling may be less selective than others, such as glamour or editorial modelling.

9. Fit models

Among the models on this list, fit models probably have the widest range of body shapes and sizes and are the only ones not typically photographed. In order to determine the size and fit of clothing, fit models are used. Before production begins, designers and manufacturers check the sizes and fits to ensure they are correct. As a result, fit models are diverse, since each size the manufacturer or designer intends to produce has a need.

10. Plus-Size Models

In the commercial and fashion industries, plus-size models have more options as the demand increases. Many companies and agencies specialise in plus-size models, which is increasing the demand for models. In addition to tall, slender, and perfect standards of beauty, more and more fashion firms are redefining beauty standards. There are many opportunities for plus-size models, including runways, assignments for large fashion labels, and commercial modelling for a variety of publications and media companies.