The Towering Presence: Tall Models and Their Lasting Influence on Global Fashion

Global fashion capitals such as Paris, Milan, New York, and London have become stages for showcasing this preference. Designers scouting new talent often look first for height before considering other features. Agencies worldwide set minimum height requirements, especially for runway work, because the industry has standardized its expectations. This practice has sometimes drawn criticism, but it has also cemented the image of tall models as indispensable figures in high fashion.