Fashion modelling covers a wide range of work, from editorials and covers for fashion magazines to runway modelling for fashion shows. This is the part of the industry where supermodels are formed, and when people think of modelling, fashion models are generally what come to mind. Successful fashion models are those that best promote the designer clothes, shoes and accessories and can handle long hours and very demanding work.

Fashion modelling is notoriously difficult to break into and unless you are at least 5ft 9" as a female model and 5ft 11" as a male model, you will not be considered in fashion modelling. High fashion modelling generally requires models to be of an unusual or exotic beauty, with a slender build. The competitive nature of the industry dictates that possessing these characteristics is vital to be being successful as a fashion model.

Catwalk modelling work is very demanding but can generate substantial revenue and enormous exposure for a model. However, the regional areas do not have the same level of this type of work as London or other major fashion cities in the world. This is also the category where models tend to work full-time, and as a result it usually involves some form of relocation for many, as well as extensive travelling.