To Walk As You Own It!

World Model Hunt
3 min readJun 15, 2021

Tips for getting better at Ramp Walk

To be on top of the world, you have to be exceptional. Some things come by practice. And if you dream hard, you will be a step closer to achieving them. Modeling, a crisp and straight practice that demands no mistakes whatsoever.

Are you feeling hesitant towards you are decision to catwalk? Or are you dreaming about a ramp walk but do not know how to get started?

Worry not. No knowledge comes on its own, you need to dig up a lot to get used to the newness. So here we are with yet another blog mentioning some of the popular tips for your dream ramp walk.

‘You are braver than you think.’

Facials

While on a ramp, your facial expressions matter the most. A pretty smile will seemingly be perfect, but not in this case. Natural fit the best model. Keep it straight, but not intimidating, smile naturally. Keep your lips closed and let your facials adjust naturally. Make sure to go with the flow.

Make sure you are not making a poker face.

Having a bold attitude will make you rock your walk and for that, go for the best angle of your face. Remember to angle your face slightly down too so that your face is clearly visible to the audience. Practice as many chin inclines and choose the best one.

Strides

Heels are regular to their work, so it is time for you to get used to them. Try walking on toes if you are not familiar with the new height. Remember not to slump or appear stiff while you walk. Act as a doll strained through a string, hold your posture well, stiffen up your shoulders, it adds additional sass to your walk. But practice enough so as to not look uncomfortable.

The way you take strides is very important here. Practice placing your feet just in front of the other. While it is not important to place feet over in front of others, but this was you walk classier.

‘Sometimes what is real is something you cannot see’

-Barbie

Hands

Let your hands hang freely and naturally. Do not ball up your fists as it displays your nervousness. Keep them relaxed and go with the flow. Also, make sure you are not swinging them too much, otherwise, it will be chaotic and unnatural. Make slight elegant hand movements or just go with the flow.

Build

Putting up small bricks builds us the foundation and we are going to do the same. Exercising frees your tensed muscles and helps the body move in a natural flow. Perform yoga to gain more flexibility to keep your posture in check. Perform back exercises and make sure not to strain your muscles. Meditate to eliminate any kind of stress that troubles you and practice affirmations to bring out your inner confidence. Maintain your inner glow and aura.

To walk stable, keep a book on your head and perform the walk. Maintaining your balance also plays a crucial role in your practice

Growing up we all have seen Barbie movies, which are a lot more than cartoons. They teach numerous teachings and set standards of your life, that is to be like a princess even if you are not one. Stay confident at all times and rock whatever you do. Find happiness in small things and fight back when you have to.

In conclusion, work hard for your dream and no one can stop you from being a diva on stage. It will take time for you to adjust, and you will fail numerous times, but do not let anyone discourage you, your dream must shine the brightest.

‘No one can make you feel inferior. Not without your consent.’

-Barbie

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