Fittings

Remember that fittings are also part of your job where you’re representing yourself but also Fashion Unit and other models – remember polite behaviour and be enthusiastic about the job and outfits etc.

Even though the outfits, makeup or hairstyle wouldn’t be your style, keep your opinions to yourself and focus on showing the chosen style in a best possible way. Models’ job is to be “a hanger” for client’s products!

• Think different ways to showcase your outfits.
• If you have multiple outfits, mark the order on the entry list to make it clearer for you.

Makeup and hair for the show

• Be bare faced when going to a makeup artist, moisturize your face.
• Have clean and dry hair when going to a hair stylist.
• If you notice that your face starts to shine, you can press gently the oil away with paper.
• To make sure that makeup can be seen from the stage, it will be remarkably stronger
  than normal makeup.
• Also your hairstyle is often big and pretentious.

Embrace your new look and showcase it with confidence!

Before the show

• Self-tanners might leave stains on clothes, be careful if you’re using any.
• Shower before the show.
• Clean nails and eyebrows.
• A good haircut and colour will make hairstylist’s job easier.
• Have safety pins, tape, scissors etc. with you.
• Show days are often long so make sure you have enough snacks and drinks with you.

During the show

• Put your clothes together in right outfit order, it will be a lot quicker for you to change your outfits.
• If possible, wear some clothes underneath the other clothes. That way, when you take off one outfit you already have something on for your next outfit.
• Keep your fitting scarf on your face when changing the outfits.
• Stay calm during changes, you’ll be a lot quicker that way.
• Tape hats and shoe soles to keep them in same condition as before.
•  Change to your show outfits right before the show.
• When you are wearing your outfits don't do following things:
• • don't smoke
  • don't use the toilet
  • don't wash your hands
  • don't apply any makeup
  • don't fix your hair (hairspray may leave stains and clothes may catch the smell).
• When you're leaving the stage, don't run to the backstage.
• When you are on the stage, remember that there are photographers taking pictures of you.

Checklist for fashion shows:

1. What to have with you in a fashion show

• Entry list (in case you notice any mistakes, inform the organisers).
• Fitting scarf.
• Fhoes, basic black pumps are a good stable piece.
• 1-2 tights.
• Discreet underwear, preferably nude ones and a silicone bra.
• In lingerie shows you also need to have nude thongs with you.

2. Fittings

• Be on time, polite behaviour.
• Fitting scarf, tights, nude underwear, shoes.
• Take care of the clothes (fold them and put them on a chair).

3. Before the show

• Be on time, polite behaviour.
• Check that your clothes are ok (no stains or holes etc.), in case you notice something’s wrong please inform organisers.
• Check entry list and put your outfits in right order.
• Take up your fitting scarf, shoes, tights etc.
• Check if there have been some changes in entry, models etc.
• Check if your hair and makeup need any fixing.
• Use the toilet, drink, eat etc. before the show – when you have your outfit on you can’t do these anymore.

4. During the show

• Make sure your clothes are ready and as easy as possible to dress – open any buttons and zippers.
• The stage can never be empty! If the model after you isn’t ready walk again and leave the stage only when next model is ready to walk.
• Be quick but don’t rush – remember that model before you will wait until you are ready.
• Right before the show, wait calmly in a right order with your first outfit on.
• Even though the backstage is a hectic place, remember to put your clothes nicely either on a chair or on the rack.

5. After the show

• Check the clothes you used on the show.
• Put the clothes on the same hangers as they were given to you.
• If you notice that your clothes are dirty or broken, etc. inform Fashion Unit’s staff – in case you can’t find anyone from the staff take a picture of the damage and inform the client. Remember to apologise and tell them that Fashion Unit will be in contact about the issue. After this, inform Johanna immediately.
• Tidy up the backstage, take your belongings (bags, water bottles, makeup, trash etc.).

6. Taking pictures   

• If you want to take any pictures, ask for permission and remember manners and don’t disturb anyone.

We wish you great moments in fashion shows and photoshoots!

Enjoy, perform and sell the clothes you’re wearing!