How to Walk Like a Model
Models have a distinctive walk that sets them apart from the rest of society. They had to learn it too, unless they are Brazilian or South American, to whom the walk tends to come naturally. You can learn this walk for the catwalk if you aspire to be a model, or just to impress friends and strangers.
Step
1
Choose shoes. Break in new heels or practice with a pair you've already worn in. You can start with 2-inch heels and work your way up. Put masking tape on the bottom of the heels to prevent them from slipping while you are walking like a model.
Step
2
Bring your shoulders back, and pelvic bone forward slightly to have the posture of a model. Keep your neck long, your stomach in, your butt tight and your chest out.
Step
3
Place one foot in front to begin the walk, putting it directly in front of the back foot, as if you are walking a tightrope. Keep your toes facing straight ahead. When done at a normal walking pace, this gives the model the swing that you see on the catwalk.
Step
4
Balance on the balls of your feet, instead of your heels. Always put the ball of your foot down first when you walk like a model.
Step
5
Lengthen your normal stride by lifting your knees up a little higher when you walk and placing them out slightly more than you would normally. Let your arms swing naturally.
Step
6
Focus straight ahead when you walk like a model. Your head stays still as you walk, and your chin tilts up slightly. Your fingers curl ever so slightly, making your body look relaxed.
Step
7
Let your head be the last part of you that moves when you make your turnaround at the front of the catwalk (or your hallway).
Tips & Warnings
There are different types of walks that models use for shows. "Street" is when they walk strong and determined, as if down a New York City sidewalk. "Street plus a little more" is with no posing or hands on hips. It is meant to be more of a natural stride. "Versace" walk is the no-holds-barred style, with full swishing and swinging and posing.
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Models have a distinctive walk that sets them apart from the rest of society. They had to learn it too, unless they are Brazilian or South American, to whom the walk tends to come naturally. You can learn this walk for the catwalk if you aspire to be a model, or just to impress friends and strangers.
Step
1
Choose shoes. Break in new heels or practice with a pair you've already worn in. You can start with 2-inch heels and work your way up. Put masking tape on the bottom of the heels to prevent them from slipping while you are walking like a model.
Step
2
Bring your shoulders back, and pelvic bone forward slightly to have the posture of a model. Keep your neck long, your stomach in, your butt tight and your chest out.
Step
3
Place one foot in front to begin the walk, putting it directly in front of the back foot, as if you are walking a tightrope. Keep your toes facing straight ahead. When done at a normal walking pace, this gives the model the swing that you see on the catwalk.
Step
4
Balance on the balls of your feet, instead of your heels. Always put the ball of your foot down first when you walk like a model.
Step
5
Lengthen your normal stride by lifting your knees up a little higher when you walk and placing them out slightly more than you would normally. Let your arms swing naturally.
Step
6
Focus straight ahead when you walk like a model. Your head stays still as you walk, and your chin tilts up slightly. Your fingers curl ever so slightly, making your body look relaxed.
Step
7
Let your head be the last part of you that moves when you make your turnaround at the front of the catwalk (or your hallway).
Tips & Warnings
There are different types of walks that models use for shows. "Street" is when they walk strong and determined, as if down a New York City sidewalk. "Street plus a little more" is with no posing or hands on hips. It is meant to be more of a natural stride. "Versace" walk is the no-holds-barred style, with full swishing and swinging and posing.
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