Expert: Kitty Kavey - 1/14/2005

Question
Good afternoon. My name is Adrianna and I am currently a middle school student in Michigan. We are researching careers we find interesting in one of my classes. I think that I would like to be a fashion model someday. Could you please answer some of the following questions for me? Are there any certain classes that I should take in High School? What are the weight requirements that you need to be around? How tall do you usually have to be? How do you find an agent? I'm looking forward to hearing from you! You can email me at lvolz@casscity.k12.mi.us.  Thank you so much for your time!  

Answer
It would be helpful if you could take business management and money management courses in high school, as both models and actors need to be good at both.  Anything else that helps with expression and communication is also a plus as well.  You weight would depend on your height, and your minimum height for high fashion modeling should be around 5'8-5'9 but not taller than 5'11.  Your measurements should be approximately 34-24-34, and wear a size 4-6.  There are exceptions, but very few.  You can use one of the modeling agency directories (available in your local library, bookstore or online) to locate names and contact information for agencies.  The majority of fashion agencies are found in New York City and abroad, so plan on moving to where the work is, and traveling.
Good luck to you,
~Kitty