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take it to the runway

March 8, 2008 at 8:00PM by Laura Delarato |

Girl On Runway with Green Dress

I'm no stranger to the runway. When my friends and I want to have fun, we find the best hallway to sashay down accompanied by upbeat catwalk music. We laugh, we dance, and even provide our own commentary! Not to brag, but I'm kind of an expert!

Here are my tips on how to give your best strut!

    Be comfortable

I can't wear heels because of a soccer I've had since high school, but my suggestion is to start with a low heel and work your way up an inch when you're comfortable.

    Stand like a model

Stand up straight, arch your back slightly and pull back your shoulders. Never hunch!

    Walk in a line

If you were to paint the bottom of your foot before you hit the runway, the paint on the floor would be in a straight line. Put one foot in front of the other!

    Take long strides

      It shouldn't take more than 30 seconds to get to the end of the runway whatever the length. But make sure you don't look as if you're stepping over a small child.

        Look past the runway

          Keep your head straight, but push your chin forward. The silhoutte will look amazing! Also, don't look directly at the end of the runway. Pretend there is a really cute guy 50 feet past the end of the edge then keep your focus on that image.

            Represent the clothes you're in

              You wouldn't smile if you felt sad, would you? If the clothes you're in are fun and flirty, think of the last time you felt that emotion and let the audience see it on your face. The music is going, the lights are pointed on you, and you're wearing a hot outfit—your face should also capture the mood.

                Create your own signature

                  For each model there is a completely unique walk thrown in with all the basic tips. Whether you walk to the beat or wink at the crowd, make the walk your own!

                  Now you're ready to work it CG! As my friends say, "Take it to the runway!"

                  Tell me CG!s, what do you do with your friends when you want to have fun?

                  Cheers!
                  Laura D.
                  CG! Web Intern

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