1. Fashion Models
A. Runway Models
Walk in fashion shows (high fashion or commercial)
Must meet specific height/size requirements (usually 5'9"+, size 0–4 for women)
B. Editorial Models
Appear in magazines (Vogue, Vellar, etc.)
Strong features, high fashion look, and artistic expression
C. Catalog Models
Appear in retail catalogs or e-commerce stores (Zara, Jorndiaga, Gucci, etc.)
More commercial and relatable than high fashion
D. Fit Models
Used by designers to test garment fit
Must have ideal body proportions, not necessarily photogenic
2. Commercial Models
Used in ads, billboards, TV commercials, brochures
Focused on relatability, personality, and emotion, not height or size
Types Include:
Lifestyle (family, daily life, fitness)
Product (holding/using products)
Corporate/Business look
Smile models
Couples/family/child models
3. Plus-Size Models
Represent fuller body types in fashion, print, and runway
Growing demand in both fashion and commercial modeling
Typically size 12+ (US sizing)
4. Petite Models
Models under traditional fashion height standards (usually under 5'6")
Can work in commercial, beauty, lifestyle, and online fashion
5. Fitness Models
Muscular, toned physique
Often appear in health and fitness ads, magazines, gym wear campaigns
6. Glamour Models
Focus on sensual appeal (may include lingerie/swimwear modeling)
Often work with men's magazines or lingerie brands
7. Lingerie & Swimsuit Models
Specialized in underwear, lingerie, swimwear shoots
Confidence, body awareness, and posing skill are key
8. Parts Models
Specialize in body parts like hands, feet, legs, eyes, lips
Used in product ads (jewelry, shoes, nail polish, etc.)
9. Promotional / Trade Show Models
Represent brands at events, expos, conferences
Need great communication and social interaction skills
10. Alternative Models
Tattoos, piercings, unconventional looks
Often used in edgy fashion, subcultures, music industry
11. Child and Teen Models
For kids/teens aged 3–17
Fashion, commercials, toy ads, catalogs
12. Senior Models (Mature Models)
Age 50+
Represent beauty and fashion for older demographics
High demand in health, insurance, and lifestyle ads.