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Expert: Michelle Renee Krehl - 2/4/2009


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I was wondering when modeling first started?  i am doing a project on it and I cant find it any where.

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Charles,

What a great question! I checked out a site with some info about fashion modeling and found the following:

"According to Charles Castle, the authour of "Model Girl", the first fashion model was Parisian shopgirl, Maria Vernet Worth. She supposedly became the first professional mannequin in 1852, to help her dress salesman husband."

Here is the link, it might have some other useful information for your project.

http://www.apparelsearch.com/Definitions/Fashion/fashion_model.htm

Thanks for asking, I learned something new as well!!

All the best,

Michelle

Careers: Acting, Performing, Directing

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Michelle Renee Krehl

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I can answer questions relating to most types of fashion and commercial modeling, such as requirements, how to find an agent, etc. as well as information about portfolio development, comp cards, etc.

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I am a professional plus size model, currently based in Los Angeles. I have modeled as both a straight size model, (in my teens and 20's) and as a plus size model (currently). I am represented by a reputable agency and have worked for many clients, both plus and non-plus specific. I am experienced in print, runway, fit, TV, and film.

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I am currently a writer for PLUS Model Magazine. You may read articles I have written in the archives. I generally do pieces relating to fashion events in the Los Angeles area.

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My educational background is in Child Development. But I also hold a diploma in Fashion Merchandising as well. I have not attended modeling school. Modeling schools are completely unnecessary and a waste of time for potential models. They exist only to make money.

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Sears, The Style Network, Lifetime Network, Inchant, Kitsch*n Glam, Zaftique, Plus by Design, Big on Batik, The Greater L.A. Woman, Little In The Middle, Pro-Girl, Deborah Lindquist, Roger Perry, Shop Translated, Redrawn Arts, Big Gals Lingerie, Love Fifi, Here Come the Brides, Josephine's Bridals, California Bridal Shows, The Tyra Banks Show, Inside San Diego, Manhattan Beachwear, and many more.

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