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Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Envy — Sun, 19 May 2024 13:11:40 -0000

I don't know if you still answer but is pure white hair okay for modeling?

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Re: FAQ: I have braids/weave, should I wear it to a casting? #modeladvice

Alean Elston — Sat, 02 Feb 2019 14:56:26 -0000

If they ask, or they will be styling your hair for the booking, tell them. Otherwise, you don't have to tell them.

Re: FAQ: I have braids/weave, should I wear it to a casting? #modeladvice

Fumee Davis — Sat, 02 Feb 2019 14:50:00 -0000

If I wear a wig, do I tell them it’s a wig?

Re: FAQ: I have braids/weave, should I wear it to a casting? #modeladvice

Alean Elston — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 22:25:37 -0000

Yes, just make sure it looks as natural as possible. Any wig or weave must be undetectable.

Re: FAQ: I have braids/weave, should I wear it to a casting? #modeladvice

Fumee Davis — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 18:10:04 -0000

Can I wear a wig?

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Alean Elston — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 10:21:40 -0000

Hi Kiara,

If this is your first photoshoot, I would advise against box braids for your shoot as a model. Your first shoot should reflect you in your best "natural" look and how you look on a everyday day basis. Show off that natural hair!

I have a blog post related to this topic. It talks about wearing them to castings but my feelings are the same for a shoot.

http://aleanelston.com/2017...

If you are further along in building your portfolio it would be fine to have 2 maybe 3 shots with braids but they shouldn't be in the majority of your book. The purpose of a portfolio is to show your versatility so your pictures shouldn't all look the same, but the key ones that will get you booked are the crisp straight to the point looks that give a creative director insight how to best use you in their photo projects.

Good luck!

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Kiara — Mon, 15 Jan 2018 08:28:42 -0000

I am a natural black woman interested in print modeling. Is it okay if I wear box braids when I take pictures to add to my portfolio? Or what should I do to my hair when I take photos?

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Stacey D'Nae Lysaght — Fri, 29 Sep 2017 14:50:51 -0000

OMG THIS HELPED SO MUCH!! thank you thank you!!!

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

KookyNeady — Sun, 10 Sep 2017 08:47:04 -0000

Hey Alean,
I don't know how familiar you are with plus size modelling, there is an open casting for a plus size agency. Its very open. I think the age range is 18 to 65. I looked at the details and it said that they would take pictures on the day, no need to bring in a portfolio etc. However in January, I did a vintage lingerie shoot for my friend's business. I have two photo's from that. Should I copy them and bring them with me? (Obviously I would get them copied professionally.)
Hope to hear from you soon.
Regards
Sinead

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Alean Elston — Thu, 04 May 2017 12:26:01 -0000

I'm not sure what confuses you about what to wear...the post is pretty detailed.

As mentioned in the post, Wear form fitting clothes without logos or patterns, skinny jeans are ok. don't over accessorize, A heel that is 3 inches or higher, no platform, natural looking makeup, and keep your hair out of your face.

Please let me know Exactly what was unclear so I can help.

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Queen Jazzy — Thu, 04 May 2017 11:11:41 -0000

I have casting next week and i really need some advice for Runway. Its a Fashion week and i am confused of what to wear and a perfect heels. Do i need to be fashionable?

Thanks i hope you will give me some advice.

Re: How I got started as a model…

Alean Elston — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 10:06:13 -0000

I think it went well. Lol The designer booked me last minute for the show so there was no dress rehearsal for me for the show. I was given a basic run of show and hit the stage lol

It was definitely nerve-wracking because it was my first time and I didn't have any training but it was fun. All the nerves I had went out the door when I started walking on stage. It was pure adrenaline. And the models I met were cool they helped to put me at ease.

As I started booking more work after this, I learned more about the biz and formed my way of doing things. I've learned throughout the years that something new is always scary until you do it. Then you wonder what the hell you were scared of in the first place after its done. Lol

Re: How I got started as a model…

Alice Kytes — Sun, 12 Feb 2017 20:02:06 -0000

Hi, I was wondering did your first fashion show go well? I'm aspiring to be a model and my biggest fear is the runway. How did you conquer the intensiveness on the stage; were the dress rehearsals a big boost in knowledge?

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Alean Elston — Mon, 06 Feb 2017 00:19:31 -0000

Hi Somto!

I actually just wrote a post that answers this very question. Be sure to leave a comment on that post if you have any more questions about it! :-)

http://aleanelston.com/2017... https://uploads.disquscdn.c...

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Somto Okoli — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 11:21:48 -0000

I have braids in my hair will that affect my chances of modelling, should I just take them out?

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Danika — Sat, 21 Jan 2017 10:30:44 -0000

Thank you so much

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Alean Elston — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 23:41:25 -0000

Hi Danika,

I literally have no experience with what it takes to audition at an arts school so I can't tell you what to expect, but I can assume it would be similar to the professional acting world. Since they haven't given you any particular direction I would take advantage of that and come prepared with 1 or 2 monologues that you can execute flawlessly and that you can closely relate to. Dress according to that character.

In terms of your hair look go with how you feel the most comfortable just keep it out of your face. Ponytails will always give an "awake" look as they are instant face lifters!

Good luck!

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Danika — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 23:08:16 -0000

Hey! Thnk you so much for taking your time to write the article. I have an audition tomorrow for an arts school and im casting for theater. When i read the manual on what my preparation was for the audition, it said there was no specific preparation. So what would i be expecting there??? Also i have natrural wavy hair and i feel like if i straighten it it would look alot neater and i would look like i have more attention so my question is. Should i wear my hair wavy in a ponytail or straight in a ponytail?? Im going for a happier, awakening, alive look.

Thanks -danika

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Alean Elston — Wed, 30 Nov 2016 00:57:36 -0000

Print a few pictures of yourself that they agency can see how you photograph. Wear what is detailed in the post. And bring your personality. If you haven't done any modeling work before you won't have a resume to bring, so don't worry about that. Just bring yourself and a positive attitude and be open with a listening ear to the comments/conversations you have with the agency.

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Lindsey Bangsberg — Mon, 28 Nov 2016 22:25:13 -0000

Hello, I have a casting call with an agency. I am brand new to the business and was wondering what I should bring. I have a some pictures that are a few year old. Should I bring one with my resume attached and should I bring Multiple copies?

Thank you. This was an extremely Helpful post.

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Haylee — Sat, 29 Oct 2016 08:44:31 -0000

Today at 12:00 I'm going to a modeling CLASS, I have already been interviewed. I am 13 and they told me to bring character shoes (heels) should I wear my heals there of carry them

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Alean Elston — Sat, 15 Oct 2016 23:20:44 -0000

Personally I wouldn't. They don't show your figure.

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Alean Elston — Sat, 15 Oct 2016 23:19:21 -0000

If you have them bring it. It's part of an experienced models work tools.

If you don't, bring simple pictures (non professional pictures) that the people a the casting can see how you photograph and one you don't mind leaving behind.

Re: Model Advice: What to Wear to Casting Calls and Go-Sees

Dalila — Thu, 13 Oct 2016 08:34:24 -0000

Hi,

Thank you so much for sharing this.It's so good when you can read some good advice.

I just wanted to ask if every girl that comes to a casting should have a book with her pictures?

Is it really necessary or you can go without it?

Thank you,
Love Dalila