Modeling Fur at Fashion Week Fur, fur, fur—it was everywhere at Fashion Week. Is the dream of a fur-free Fashion Week an impossible one? The Pros & Cons of Posing in Fur Models have always been on both sides of the fur debate. There are those who pose in fur and walk the runways donning...

Meet Model of the Year Abryanna Hodges! You’ve seen her beautiful face. Now get to know Abryanna Hodges, the high school senior and aspiring model from Florida, who wowed the judges and won Modeling Mentor Model of the Year 2013! JJ: What inspired you to try modeling? AH: I ‘ve...

The Modeling Mentor Model of the Year Judges A panel of fashion industry powerhouses are currently reviewing the Modeling Mentor Model Search finalists and voting on Model of the Year! Meet the Model Search judges: Erin Lundgren-Scimeca, Director of Scouting at New York Model Management Erin...

French Fashion Flair There is nothing like the flair of the French. Whenever I took a flight in Europe and landed at Charles de Gaulle, I instantly would be hit with a case of style envy. From toddlers to grandparents, everyone dresses with panache. They never look like they stepped out of a...

Modeling 101 Workshop with Debra Somerville The November Modeling 101 Workshop with photographer/scout Debra Somerville was a smash hit with the CT and NY teens in attendance. Guest Models & Guest Agents I loved interviewing the awesome guest models, Sam Mae and Michel Ann, and guest...

Model Agency Open Calls If you are an aspiring model who lives in close proximity to New York, you can go in person to some modeling agencies. ”Open calls” take place at a set time each week, and during a 1 or 2 hour window, you can show up and wait your turn for a quick (usually)...