Height isn’t always a factor when it comes to finding success in the fashion modeling industry. Just take Kate Moss for example. 5′6 and a 1/2 and she’s the most recognizable face on runways and print campaigns.
Petite models have NO excuse. Exhibit A – Kate Moss
With a height of 5′6.5 according to Wikipedia. Kate Moss has been an unstoppable force for almost past a decade now.
Magazine after magazine, runway after runway, campaign after campaign, backs up the fact: height is not necessarily the main factor that governs the success of a fashion model. The “it” factor is what stands the test of time. Every client is looking for the model who can represent their brand and stimulate the senses of the consumer in every way.
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The “it” factor is what does it. “It” can be anything the client wants it to be. A look.A demeanor. A presence. An attitude.
Don’t fret if you don’t land that audition, or book that casting. It’s not a cold, flat-out rejection. Unless the client tells you otherwise,
you just didn’t have what they were looking at that particular time,for that particular gig. Fine. Let it discourage you.
Let it urk you for a bit. But don’t let it defeat you. Your individual “it” factor may not work for them, but it doesn’t mean it
wont work for everyone and anyone other client.Remember, if you don’t believe you have “it”, how will anyone else believe?
Kate Moss as clearly seen standing next to Diddy, has a short stature, yet is compelling force in fashion industry. Photo courtesy of Vogue Magazine (October 2009)
SIDE NOTE: As you can see, Diddy has been making fashion faux pas even in 1999 with his pimp coat.
Diddy ringing in sales at Sean John. Photo courtesy of Vogue Magazine (October 2009)
In a more recent photo,Diddy was pictured at Fashion’s Night Out in NYC on September 10th trying to bring back “grillz” and a Mr.T chain. If I recall correctly, Nelly’s single “Grillz” came out in 2006. Its now practically 2010. Diddy,for the sake of your remaining fans, myself included, please stick to the “Sean John Billboard in Times Square” look. Please. (Please?)
Other interesting celebrity height facts FYI according Google research:
**Gia Carangi was- 5′7 (has a must read bio)
Eva Pigford – 5′6.5
Audrey Hepburn – 5′7
Twiggy from ANTM – 5′6
Marilyn Monroe – 5′5.5
Alicia Keys – 5′6
Shakira – 5′2
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