VIDEO: Strike a Pose to Win Tyra’s First Fiercely Real Teen Model Search

You are forgetting that she is fighting the norm and the norm is tall and skinny. She already did the short show. Let her do the tall/plus-size show. Designers believe their clothes look better (for the runway) on tall skinny people. So don’t get hung up on which group she is trying to help, just be happy she is willing to do so.

Let’s get real, folks. Anyone can say they are a model and have cards made up – but the facts are the facts – you have to be at least 5’8″ to get any real paying work. Tyra is making a sham of the real modeling industry. Look at any of the reputable agencies websites and you will see what they are looking for. They are there to make money and they don’t make money on short girls or girls that are not a size 0 or 2!! They don’t fit the designer’s clothing. So stop dreaming.

I read most of these comments and go wow. It is a God given fact that you can’t please everyone. She already done short, it’s plus-size turn. If you want things your way, then do what Tyra is doing. Make a change in standards and how people do thinks, and stop waiting for her to make change and then you sit back and complain about it. You’re doing a great job, Tyra, keep changeing america!

So, what exactly is “plus size” to Tyra? And how is that “non-traditional beauty”? According to the rest of the world, who are not super models, real women with real bodies are traditonal beauty, super models are “non-traditional”. They’re horrible role models for the real people in this world. Can you imagine how many stereotypes and insecurities super models have caused in this country? I’m sure these “plus size” girls look like everyother girl she has on her shows. I’m sure this will really boost the self esteem of young women who are 5 lbs or more overweight. So now, when plus sized women weigh 135 lbs., we’re going to think that someone who weighs 140 is obese? Good job Tyra.

Please note that Tyra is highlighting parts of the modeling industry that are generally unseen due to prejudice. A plus-size model under 5’8″ is a petite plus-size model. Most designers do not make there clothes for a petite frame. The length and width of the model is supposed to show off the clothes to it’s best ability. Tyra is looking for a pluz size regular model. One that would get more print and runway. While her goal is to educate the modeling industry she cannot change the standards all at once, she works within the industry to shed light externally. Petite is a completely different genre on its own and so is petite plus. I think we should give her a chance before bashing her. She’s doing her best. I think this is a great idea and I’m glad she’s looking for teens, its a great way to make them feel better about themselves. I am plus size and tall and its a whole different ball game all together when you are fat and towering over most of your peers. Give these girls a chance ladies. We will all have our turns :)