Don’t miss your chance to audition for the Durban Fashion Fair Model Search

THE search for the next lucky group of modelling hopefuls to take part in the eThekwini Municipality Durban Fashion Fair (DFF) begins this weekend.

The roadshows, known as the Durban Fashion Fair Regional Model search will commence this Saturday, May 4, in the Inner West of Durban at Clermont Hall from 09:00. The model-casting scout will conclude at Botanic Gardens on June 1.

According to a statement released by the municipality, the search is open to models from all eThekwini regions who are between the ages of 18 and 35 years.

“The training is part of the Municipality’s Fashion Development Programme under the banner of the flagship DFF which continues to provide growth opportunities for those in the clothing and textile industry and related value chains,” said the municipality.

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The selected models will receive two months of training facilitated by industry experts on modelling etiquette and lectures to get them prepared for the ramp and industry. “They will further get the opportunity to strut on the catwalk wearing the creations of local designers during the iconic DFF later this year,” said the City.

The City said models who meet the requirements are encouraged to participate in the regional model search planned in their nearest areas.

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Female models:
• minimum height – 1.75m without heels
• 87cm – 95cm hip measurement
• must wear body-fitting clothing and bring heels to the casting – jeans not allowed
• advised to wear minimal makeup

Male models:
• minimum height – 1.84m
• trouser size 30 to 32
• must wear fitted T-shirt or shirt and closed shoes or trainers to the casting
• must be in good physical shape

Fuller-figure female models:
• minimum height – 1.75m without heels
• 38 to 42 trouser-size measurement
• must wear body-fitting clothing and bring heels to the casting – jeans are not allowed
• advised to wear minimal makeup

Full schedule of the DFF Regional Model search roadshows is as follows. They all commence at 09:00.

• May 4, Clermont Hall, Inner West
• May 11, D Hall Umlazi, South
• May 18, KwaMagaba Hall, Outer West
• May 25, KwaMashu F Hall, North
• June 1, Botanic Gardens, Central Business District

“Compulsory documents to bring on-site for castings include a copy of your ID to verify your age and proof of residence,” said the municipality.

For more information, email nondumiso.mthembu@durban.gov.za or call 031 311 4497.

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