Okay, so a while back, I decided to give this whole male runway model thing a shot. I mean, why not, right? It sounded like a fun challenge, and I’ve always been up for trying new things. So, I started by doing a bit of research online. Just wanted to get a feel for what I was getting myself into, you know?
First thing I did was watch a bunch of videos of male models on the runway. I spent hours just observing how they walked, how they held themselves, their facial expressions – the whole nine yards. It’s definitely not as easy as it looks. There’s a certain way they carry themselves, a kind of confidence and presence that I knew I needed to figure out. I would say it is such a specific thing, and not easy at all.
After that, I started practicing in front of my full-length mirror at home. Let me tell you, that was a humbling experience. I felt so awkward at first! My walk was all over the place, and I couldn’t keep a straight face to save my life. I just wanted to have a try, it is not a serious decision, and I did not have many expectations. But I kept at it, practicing every day. I tried to copy what I’d seen in the videos, focusing on keeping my steps even, my shoulders back, and my chin up. The most important thing is to keep practicing.
One thing I read online that really stuck with me was about the “V” formation walk. Apparently, unlike female models who kind of cross their feet in an “X”, guys are supposed to have their feet form a “V” as they walk. So, I spent a good chunk of time trying to get that right. It felt weird at first, but eventually, it started to feel more natural, I just followed the instructions, and kept practicing for days.
Then there was the whole facial expression thing. I learned that you’re not supposed to smile on the runway. You’re supposed to look serious, maybe a little intense. Let me tell you, trying to look “intense” without looking angry or constipated is a real art. It took me a while to find that balance, but I think I got there in the end, at least my family told me so.
- Posture is everything. Stand tall, shoulders back, chin up. It makes you look confident, even if you’re not feeling it.
- The walk is crucial. That “V” formation thing is no joke. It takes practice to get it right.
- Facial expression matters. Serious, but not angry. Intense, but not constipated. It’s a fine line, I am telling you.
- Confidence is key. Even if you’re faking it, you gotta own that runway. It is not only about how you look, but also how you feel.
Here are some key things I picked up during my little experiment:
So, did I become a successful runway model? Nah, not really. But, did I have a blast trying? Absolutely! It was a fun little adventure, and I learned a lot about myself in the process. Plus, now I can walk into any room with my head held high, feeling like a million bucks. And honestly, that’s worth more than any modeling contract, in my mind.
The whole process is about pushing yourself and stepping out of your comfort zone. Even though I did not make it to the real stage, I did gain a lot of interesting experience.
