PLUS Model Magazine will be hosting its first Model Search at Love Your Body Day in LA on October 24th. Following yesterday, here are some more great model search tips from Rebecca Jennings, President & CEO of Hips and Curves…
What I look for in a model is someone who is totally comfortable in her body. When she puts on a piece of lingerie she commits to the look and makes it happen. When she’s wearing our products she can’t be timid or afraid or concerned about how her stomach, hips, arms – whatever – look. She has to love and accept all of herself – even what she might perceive as her flaws. She doesn’t just put on a piece of lingerie and pose – she lets who she is come through her eyes, her face, her body and the way she moves. She gives 100% of herself and doesn’t withhold anything from the photographer or the camera. She embodies strength and vulnerability.
During a shoot, we give everything we have – and the model has to give everything she has to make it a success. It may seem like a tall order but we don’t expect anyone to embody it perfectly the first time. It can be a great learning experience for someone who may be a little timid but wants to go beyond her comfort zone and grow. If a model can come in and work through the fear and let herself go completely, she will be changed. I’ve seen it happen over and over again. Our models inspire people to be proud of their curves and their sensuality. If you’re curious, excited, confident (or want to be more confident) send us your pics!
I look forward to seeing you all at Love Your Body Day!
Best…
Maddy
About Editor-in-Chief, Madeline Figueroa-Jones
Madeline hails from a close-knit NYC family and started her plus size modeling career with a spread in BBW magazine. In early 2003 Figueroa was selected to appear as the spokes model for the "Hips, Heels & Curves" Fashion Show, continuing on to casting director for the Dangerous Curves 2003/2004 Tour. After appearing on several television segments including Aqui Y Ahora for Univision she began reaching out to the plus size community by serving as a moderator for VenusDivas.com, Empowerment Editor for AmaZeMagazine.com. Madeline and her husband Luke reside in the Battery Park city area of NY and operate lucaspictures.net.
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