High Fashion & Editorial Modeling:
The most glamorous jobs including campaigns, collections and magazine editorials are reserved for the top editorial/fashion models. This work is very eagerly sought after by fashion models because of the exposure it provides.

High Fashion models are generally 5'9" to 6' tall and are a very thin size 6-8 (120-122 lbs for a 5'9" model.) They have 32-35" busts, 22-25" waists and 33-36" hips. High fashion models have strong and distinctive features.

Commercial Print Modeling:
This refers to when models are photographed to promote a product on billboards, buses, magazines and newspapers, etc. This type of modeling can be divided into two sections: Fashion Advertising and Product Advertising.

Catalog Modeling:
These models are hired to appear in catalogs, and sell everyday products to average people. Catalog modeling often provides regular work, and the pay is usually quite generous. Requirements are flexible.

Runway Modeling:
This is one of the most effective ways to gain exposure. It is considered the most glamorous type of live modeling. It requires great deal of confidence and grace. The model must make the audience think that she loves the outfit she is wearing. She must look comfortable, and make even the dullest outfit look attractive. There is a strict minimum height requirement of 5'9" for runway work (Unless you`re Kate Moss).

Children and Teens:
Children and teens can find work in many different types of modeling, including fashion shows, catalog modeling and commercials. Teen models are generally called Junior models. Junior models must be 5'6" to 5'8" tall and 12 to 17 years old, with very youthful looks. They usually have 32-34" busts, 21-25" waists and 32-34" hips.

Petite Models:
These models do just about everything, including photography, fit modeling, trade shows and swimwear. Models today come in different sizes and body types.

Specialty Models:
These are models with special attributes like beautiful hands, long legs, a gorgeous neck, healthy hair, small, well-shaped feet and of equal importance, a beautiful face. Their specialties include modeling jewelery, cosmetics, nail polish, hand lotion, shoes, hosiery, shampoo, etc.

Trade Show Models:
These models can be seen demonstrating automobiles, appliances, cosmetics or new products at trade shows or conventions. Some of these models land commercial contracts. They just have a way with showing off a product. They have that winning smile. These models must be personable, attractive, outgoing and willing to stand on their feet for long hours on end!

Plus Models:
For the larger woman... Designers are going out of their way to meet the demands of plus women.

Fit Models:
The garment is cut for their body type. You rarely see this type of model in person, but these are the ones that our clothes are measured from. The fit model must maintain their weight and size to work in this segment of the industry. They can work in this industry for a long time, and the work is all year round.