Expert: Kitty Kavey - 7/2/2009

Question
Dear Kitty,

I am a 21 year-old french dancer/student based in London. I would love to get into lingerie modeling for bigger sizes (i am a 30F) and I am 5'6". I also want to work as a fitting model but I can not find much information about any of these!

Could you advice me any reliable agencies that specialize in fitting modeling and some other specializing in lingerie modeling in Europe and especially London and Paris.

Thank you in advance.

Regards,

Milly


Answer
There are two general types of models who do lingerie modeling - fashion models who do the more mainstream fashion-based, and glamour models who do the more adult type of lingerie modeling.  In both Paris and London, there are agencies who represent both types of models.  

In your case, you may be restricted to looking into the agents who represent glamour models because of your height.  You can use one of the modeling agency directories to learn about the agencies in your present location.  There are also online directories that list all types of agencies (such as http://www.kmodels.com/London-modeling-agencies-links2.htm)

You should check the rules/regulations for modeling agencies in England/U.K.  There is a difference between what's allowed there, and the U.S.  Another thing you can try if you're not finding the type of agency you're looking for, is to search instead for photographers who shoot the type of work you want to do (and are appropriate for).  You can contact them and possibly get a referral to agencies they work with, or know to be good.

Good luck to you,
~Kitty