There are numerous aspects that are basic rules for anyone who desire to become a professional model. Therefore, in order to become one you should see how you fit the profile or what it takes to become a wanted model:
Measures: The Association of Model Agents recommends that female models should be around 34-24-34 inches (86-61-86 cms) and at least five feet eight inches (1.72m) tall. Most top models are taller. Men should be at least six feet (1.83m) tall, although many are taller and they should have at least a 38-40 inch (97-102 cm) chest, 30-32 inch (76-81 cm) waist. Elle Macpherson for example is 1.83 m tall, Claudia Schiffer is 5' 11" tall and Linda Evanghelista is 177 cm.
Age: There isn't a strict age for modeling but most models start in their teens.
Your appearance: You should have clear and healthy skin, and good teeth, hair and hands. In this industry, more than in other fields, it is all about appearance and image.
Changing your look: Not only that it is extremely necessary to be photogenic, but also you need to be able to look complex and also to have many faces (that means that you need to be able to have different looks, especially since the fashion world is always changing and searching for the NEW).
Taking the right first step: Choose a professional modeling agency to manage your portfolio an link you to potential clients. They have the knowledge to know what suits you best and what clients ask. Models usually start their career by sending their portfolio to a professional modeling agency.
Taking care of yourself: The beautiful models that you admire smiling on the covers of the magazines or on the screen of the television are used to long and tiring days of photo sessions and catwalk walking. This is why you need to be healthy in order to cope with such a glittering but also demanding lifestyle.
Which direction should you follow: See what type of model is fitting you best. Models can work as show models, photographic models or even fashion house models. Try them all. It will give you plenty of experience in order to succeed in this business.
The basic requirements from above must be joined by models with a strong personality and a good sense of humor, as this job, like others, may be extremely demanding.
