SL Fashion and General Modeling Information

I have my thoughts to eliminate any problems between designers and models, or at least improve communication. One such solution would be to have that model take a picture of what they will be wearing and exactly how they will be wearing it in a show and the designer would say what they would like changed and what is okay. This eliminates any last minute problems and unnecessary situations or miscommunications that could be avoided at the last minute. Also, a model is paid to do a job. You may not get the perfect designer you would like to work with who has the greatest bed-side manner but you have to learn to deal with the different types of personalities that will be presented to you on a daily basis in this industry. We’re all adults and we should be able to deal with it without much drama.

Designers, if a model doesn’t wish to compromise to your vision and you are paying them good money for their services, terminate their contract. It’s as simple as that. Again, I know I may sound harsh but this is not a sugarplum fairy kind of industry where everyone is oh-so-nice and accommodating. It’s a business, so run it like one. Just say that it’s nothing personal but I’m looking for a flexible model to see my vision for my clothing realized. Ask for your product and payment back and if they refuse then you have a reason to get upset. This is also to the models- taking their merchandise and money for a job that you never did gives them ammo to smudge your reputation. It doesn’t matter if it’s not destroyed and people still work with you. There will be those that will listen and see that your work ethic is not up to their standards and you will find yourself lost out on a potential client/employer. That’s something you don’t want. Designers, if a model does this to you, then you have every right to complain to the agency that they are signed with for their behavior and lack of ethics in my opinion.

Every side has their individual rights, designers and models alike. It’s only a question of where one ends and the other begins. What is your personal or professional boundary? Have a question or opinion to share on this thought provoking topic? Then please feel free to share. Just know that I have tried to be completely unbiased in my article and show both sides of the argument and industry as I hope you have seen and understood. [Smiles]