https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 08 May 2026 20:06:18 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103635 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:05:49 +0000 Mamapicklejuice 103635@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh - last minute advice - I watch Project Runway and sometimes they'll replace the show's regular (professional) models with amateurs (pregnant women, relatives of the designers, etc.</p> <p>The biggest difference I see is that the professional model's walk, while has some rhythm, is much smoother than the amateur's walk. The non-professional model tends to be too bouncy and animated (hips and arms flying everywhere). Aim for a smooth walk and a killer smile. :)</p> <p>Good luck and have fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103624 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:04:32 +0000 shannon 103624@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the encouragement guys! The gig is tonight! Hopefully some of my "lively center of attention" personality will shine through. I have shopped all week picking out what I want to buy. I'm more excited to come home with all my purchases than anything else right now. </p> <p>Shiny, can't watch the marathon but have seen the show. Wish I could channel some of their attitude for this. </p> <p>They have me wearing jeans/cords for both outfits. I was a little disappointed. I was hoping to wear some of the cute little dresses they carry. I'm pretty sure they put me in the pants because I never need them hemmed. They always seem to be the perfect length for me. Love the outfits anyway though. I will wear anything that store sells. </p> <p>Thanks for the tips Angie and velvety. I tried your techniques last night and will practice a little more today. I'm sure I'll be trying to remember it all when I'm walking. I'm hoping the couple of girlfriends I've invited will be able to make it. I'd like for them to take pictures for me. I'm sure they will have a photographer there too though. I will let you guys know how it goes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103579 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:30:31 +0000 Ana 103579@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You're going to have a lot of fun, Shannon! Post and let us know how it went, will you? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103495 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 16:17:51 +0000 velvetychocolate 103495@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This sounds like a lot of fun - although a bit unnerving :)</p> <p>Is there a chance you can find out what shoes you might be wearing with the different outfits they'll have you in?</p> <p>Start practicing the walking - the main thing is to walk by putting one foot in front of the other, literally. As if you're walking in a straight line. This gives you the 'model' walk - a bit of a swing to the hips. It can be a bit awkward at first, so it's a good idea to practice this. </p> <p>If you're lucky, they might have someone teach you how to do the 'walk' and how to pose, and they'll have you come in so they can pick the best outfits for you. Then, from there - you'll practice the 'walk' at home - try putting a full length mirror at the end of the hallway, putting on some good music and practice walking with one foot directly in front of the other, preferably in the same or similar shoes as they'll have you wearing for the fashion show. </p> <p>If there isn't anyone to teach/coach you through this aspect - you could maybe put a long line of masking tape or what have you, in a straight line down the hallway, or maybe your living room. Practice walking on the tape 'line' you've created. Keep your shoulders back too. </p> <p>I'm pretty sure they'll bring in you in a few times in advance. They'll want to pick out just the right outfits for you, and have you practice a bit - plus they'll be figuring out the music and who goes when etc. This part is the most fun - everyone's nervous and laughing...</p> <p>You will have a blast, and I bet you're thrilled to have been asked :)</p> <p>PS - I did something like this once before - filed under "One of the Most Embarrassing but Fun Things I've Done". </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103436 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 04:09:48 +0000 anne 103436@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds fun Shannon! Have a great time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103422 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 03:44:12 +0000 Angie 103422@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a privilege, Shannon! Hold your head up high, strut your hot bod and killer legs down that runway and remember to smile. You’ll be fab no matter what :0) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103421 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 03:34:15 +0000 Debora 103421@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, Shannon! This is so cool! Have a great time and be sure to get some photos to share with us! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103371 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:52:55 +0000 marianna 103371@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wooo what an honor! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103364 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:44:27 +0000 Louise 103364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So exciting make sure someone gets some piccies of you for us x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103362 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:29:56 +0000 shiny 103362@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So fun! And I am sure they asked you not only because you are a regular customer but because you are stunning. </p> <p>When is the show? Do you have time to watch an America's Top Model marathon???? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103352 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:30:49 +0000 susand 103352@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WOW, how exiting for you! Have a blast!!!<br /> Susan D </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103351 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 21:11:20 +0000 Maya 103351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have no idea about modeling but I am SO JEALOUS. Animals and Anthropologie are two of my favorite things in the world! Good luck! It sounds like a wonderful event. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103346 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:20:17 +0000 RoseandJoan 103346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have no constructive advice but hope you have a blast raising money for animals in need. You are beautiful and deserve to be an Anthro model for the day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-am-no-model-but#post-103344 Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:14:02 +0000 shannon 103344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been asked to model at an Anthropologie fundraising event for the local Humane Society. I am so excited and nervous all at the same time! It is our Anthropologie's 1 year anniversary, so they decided to celebrate by having a little cocktail party and give 10% of the sales at the party to the animals. I love that! They will even have some pets at the store to adopt. Anyway, I was asked to do this because I have been a regular at the store since day one, not because I am a model or have ever modeled. Does anybody have any tips for me? I have no idea what to do with myself as I am walking that dreadful runway! </p>