Ultimate Model Pathway
Step into Your Potential
The Ultimate Model Pathway is a free creative development opportunity open to women and men, from complete beginners and aspiring models to experienced professionals.
We are looking for people with individuality, natural presence, enthusiasm, commitment and the courage to embrace something new.
Following the application and judging process, 10 Model Finalists will earn a place within the Live Fashion Show. They will experience the preparation, rehearsals and creative teamwork involved in bringing a professionally produced live fashion presentation to the stage
One finalist will be named the Ultimate Model Winner, taking centre stage by opening a fashion scene and receiving a professional model portfolio and style photoshoot with Viv Edge photographer and team.
Could you be one of our Ultimate Models?
Take the first step into an unforgettable creative experience.
Entry is completely free. Ten Model Finalists will be selected. One will become the Ultimate Model Winner.
Meet Our Esteemed Judges
LISA DARWIN - CREATIVE DIRECTOR
With decades of experience in fashion led events, styling and creative production, Lisa has created and produced numerous fashion shows and live productions, working with established professionals and emerging talent across the fashion and creative industries. Her experience has strengthened her belief in recognising individuality, confidence and potential, looking beyond appearance to the person and possibility within. As a judge, Lisa values authenticity, enthusiasm and the courage to step forward, participate fully and embrace the experience.
Vivienne Edge - Photographer
Viv has been a professional photographer for many years and feels incredibly fortunate to be her own boss while doing a job she truly loves. During that time Viv has photographed numerous fashion and business events and worked with professional models, high profile business leaders and inspiring people from many different backgrounds. For Viv, photography is about capturing authentic expressions, individual beauty and unforgettable moments that deserve to be remembered.
The Ultimate Model Pathway
The Model Finalist Experience
Each of our 10 Model Finalists will receive:: • A featured place within the live Fashion Show • Involvement in rehearsals and professional production preparation • Experience of participating in a professionally staged fashion presentation • Opportunities to build confidence, presence, communication and teamwork skills • The chance to connect and work alongside experienced fashion, creative and production professionals. One outstanding finalist will be selected as the Ultimate Model Winner and will also receive:: • The exciting opportunity to open a featured fashion scene • A professional model portfolio photoshoot with Viv Edge including model make-over experience
Who Can Apply?
The pathway is open to both women and men who are enthusiastic about fashion, photography and live creative performance and are ready to embrace an exciting new experience. Applications are welcomed from complete beginners, emerging talent and professional models. No previous modelling experience is required. Selection celebrates individual beauty and natural presence while also recognising character, attitude and potential. The judges will consider: • Individual beauty and natural presence • Confidence and potential for development • Individuality and personal style • Authenticity and enthusiasm • Willingness to learn and take direction • Reliability and commitment • The ability to work positively and support others as part of a team
The Selection Process
Entry is completely free. Applications will be reviewed against the published criteria by a judging panel comprising: • Lisa Darwin, Founder and Chair of Fashion Impact Foundation • The participating professional fashion photographer The panel will select 10 Model Finalists who they believe will both benefit from the pathway and contribute positively to the creative experience. At the conclusion of the pathway, one finalist will be selected as the Ultimate Model Winner.
More than a Modelling Opportunity
The Ultimate Model Pathway celebrates individual beauty and natural presence while looking beyond appearance to recognise character, confidence and potential. It is a fashion led creative development experience designed to encourage: • Self confidence • Creative expression • Communication • Teamwork • Personal presentation • Participation in a live cultural production For many participants, stepping onto the runway means far more than modelling. It becomes a moment of courage, an opportunity to challenge themselves, discover new confidence and become part of an unforgettable shared experience.