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Plus-Size Modeling Contests

What to Mark on Your Calendars

From Meieli Sawyer, former About.com Guide

Are you a budding plus-size model? Are you looking into plus-size modeling agencies and contests? Review this ever-growing list of magazine, company, and agency plus modeling contests that happen each year-- or that have happened in the past. Mark your calendars, and start researching your break into plus modeling.

1. Venus Diva Cover Model Contest

Be the next Venus Diva Cover Model by joining the Venus Diva community and submitting the information they require. This is a great way to build your professional portfolio.

2. Torrid's House of Dreams

Win an all-expense paid trip to Los Angeles to walk the runway for Torrid and become the new face of Torrid online. Torrid stores around the United States host the contest.

3. Spotlight Model at PLUS Model Magazine

Become a member of the PLUS model directory to have your information entered automatically for this contest. Online portfolios are necessary to apply, and if you win, you will fill out a short Q&A for PLUS Model magazine.

4. Lane Bryant Plus-Size Fit Model

Not so statuesque? Don't worry, there's something for you, too. Lane Bryant also hires fit models to provide feedback about their clothes in Columbus, Ohio. To qualify, you need to be a size 20 and between 5'5" and 5'7".