Q&A for How to Become a Plus Size Model

That's hard to do on your own. Contact an agency for plus size models and ask what they're looking for.

Never pay anything to join the agency. Reputable agencies don't charge a joining fee/website fee/make you pay lots of money upfront for a portfolio shoot. If an agency wants you and it is a legitimate agency, it will go out of its way to take you on board, not charge you anything.

Look for some online and see if you can find reviews for them. Research the ones with good reviews and contact the ones you like.

There are models of any and all ages.

In principle, yes. While there may be jobs only available to non-tattooed models, there are also many that would actually prefer models with an "alternative" or "edgy" look.

Definitely not. Mid or early twenties is ideal, but 30 is never too old for anything.

Almost all females have stretch marks in these places, especially if they are tall and/or curvy. Most plus size models have some sort of stretch marks, as do many "normal" or "straight size" models. If it is not too severe, you have no reason to worry. Most companies tend to smooth over stretch marks in their photographs anyways.

It's not a matter of being fat. You can have an average BMI or body fat percentage and still be a size 10-14. Most of the successful plus-sized models keep healthy and work out but maintain the needed size.

The modeling industry is changing rapidly so you have a chance at being accepted for some work. If you have a company you would like to model for, see if they accept direct applicants and what their requirements are.

You should start modeling in your early to mid twenties.

There are many different kinds of models. You may not be cut out for the high fashion, runway model life, but you can always attempt to model for clothing lines aimed at women in your age bracket. I recommend getting your teeth fixed to improve your chances.

Of course! There are models of all ages, so you definitely shouldn't let this hold you back from pursuing your dream.

There really are no universal age limits.

You can, but you may find it very difficult. Get headshots and go to a few agencies and see what they say.

Typically, you have one agency. You might have a second agency for international work, if your current agency only does stateside work.

Yes, of course you can! Models of any size and age can find work.

Yes, size 10-18 are the most looked at models, but there are model agencies that look for 12-22 depending on what type or style of modeling.

Yes, of course. The ideal age of starting is 20-25, but 30 isn't too late.

You’re never too old! If you where already a model, then they may recognize you as a veteran to the game and so will some people on the other side of the TV! Call into a model agency and get put back on the books.

Try using weaves. If you’re older, they usually don’t care about that part as much as the fact you’re helping older woman feel more confident in themselves.