Fit Modeling

One great way to make good money and not have to worry about having "model looks" is fit modeling. The key to this type of modeling involves your size. Clothing manufacturers don't use supermodels to fit the garments on--that's all for the runway! When it comes to everyday clothing lines such as Old Navy, Banana Republic, GAP and many others, they need real bodies to put their designs on. Fit models act as the real life dummy (no pun intended) who showcases the latest styles and threads in front of the company's head honchos and focus groups to see if they approve of the material, cut, style, colors and other tedious factors.

When it comes to fit modeling, they don't care about bone structure or how you'll photograph. Fit modeling is all about your height and measurements. But that's not to say that they'll only accept one body type or measurements. Clothing manufacturers and designers need to make clothes that fit all people from children, to teens and adults so there are usually specific sizes that these companies will request. If you fit, you're in! While this type of modeling is less glamorous and doesn't involve getting your pictures taken professionally, it can become a stable gig and many of these companies pay as much as $125/hour. Many fit models get used often by companies and can even be hired on as a permanent position.

The main thing a fit model needs to keep in mind, however, is that you must maintain your weight and measurements at all times. If you gain an inch or two to your frame, that could automatically put you out of the running. But don't feel like you need to starve yourself or do anything crucial. Fit modeling jobs are so common that you can even find this position advertised in newspapers.

Fit modeling can be a great side gig with the potential to make a great income and is nothing to be looked down upon. If you haven't had any luck signing with an agency or want to start off slow, fit modeling will always have a place for both girls and guys of every shape and size--don't forget, these companies need plus-size and petite models, too!