How to Create the Perfect Photoshoot

I get a lot of messages from women who are plus size models or would like to become a plus size model. Although Size Fabulous does not do anything as far as managing models, I do like to send these fabulous ladies to the right people or provide them with any information I know. Since it can be difficult to become successful as a plus size model, I want to give you a few tips that can help you take the best photos for your portfolio, blog post, website and etc. if you are in charge of your shoot.

• Plan your outfits out in advance. Lay everything out and try things on to make sure all of your items compliment each other and look amazing on your body. Take a picture if you need to remember planned looks, especially if you are shooting more than one look.
• Steam or iron your clothes. There is nothing worse than wrinkle clothes in pictures. If you are taking clothes to a location, it is best to invest in a portable steamer.
• Make-up is up to you, however, if you are going to go full glam and you are a newbie to it get some one who is experienced to help you. If you don't want to go that route a great lipstick will do.
• You hair should be neat. Even if the hair is meant to be a little crazy it should still look well put together.
• LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!! Your outfit will look best where there is the most natural light. Outside is a great choice, but if you want to do it inside make sure you have proper lighting so your clothing true colors will show.
• Your CAMERA is very important. You should invest in a camera that is capable of high quality/high resolution photos. Also invest in a tripod if you have to take the photos yourself.

As much as we would all like to pay for a bomb photoshoot, a lot of us can't. These tips will help you create your own bomb photos for whatever you need. Now smile for the camera!

Style Has No Size

Syracuse Style Presents The Landmark Theatre Window Project was a great success. It was an amazing event with awesome windows, companies and attendees. The turnout was great and there were a ton of news sources out. Like most of the time in fashion you will not see many plus size things. I knew like the others that this event would not feature a plus size model or company. This was a great opportunity to spread body love and style regardless of your size through Size Fabulous.

The positive feedback on my window, model, and message was outstanding. I cannot thank Syracuse Style and The Landmark Theatre more for this opportunity. I met fabulous women and men and even educated a few people lol. My model name is Hope Reese and was serving it in the window. She was a great model and I will definitely use her in the future.

I have included her outfit deets at the bottom as well as one of the many video news reports and they get a great up close shot of my model at the end.

 

 

 

 

Outfit Deets: Blazer: JcPenney / Top: Walmart / Skirt: Loft / Shoes: Walmart / Clutch: Don't Remember

The Landmark Theatre Window Project

I was blessed to get one of the 44 windows that surround Syracuse's Landmark Theatre. The window display is to promote your business, but it will also kick off Syracuse Fashion week. I am having a blast designing and creating looks. I have to admit that styling a person is one thing but to create an entire window display is very nerve racking. Will I do enough?, will it be cute?, will people like it?????

Now for the month of September the window will be decorated as you see fit, BUT, on the 12th we have to have a live fabulous model in the window (how cool is that) to kick of Syracuse Fashion Week. I have a great plus size model and I am definitely looking forward to this Thursday.

Another great thing about this project is that I created and made the skirts both my dress form and model is wearing (I'm a jack of all trades lol). Since I have been sewing since the age of 5 I have made many pieces and thought this would be a great opportunity to go all in. My window is complete and set up and now I just wait until Friday for the event.

I encourage all of you to come and check it out. It will start at 7:30pm and an after party will follow.

Model Call

Syracuse Fashion Week

September 12, 2013

 

Size Fabulous is Looking for a Fabulous Plus Size Woman to be a Live Mannequin

Please submit the following information to info@sizefabulous.com

·        Full name and best contact information.

·        2 photos: One headshot and one full body photo. (No bathroom pics, or selfies allowed). Make sure they are of good quality.

·        Your Sizes: Tops, bottoms, dress, and shoes. Also include your height.

You must be available the evenings of September 8^th, 11^th, and 12^th

This is a paid position