Top Model of Colour

Top Model of Colour Competition 2008

Some of the 2007 Regional Heat Contestants

THE TOP MODEL OF COLOUR COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED TO NEW APPLICANTS.

Last year's show was the biggest and best yet - we had over 2000 candidates, heats around the country and a gala finale at the Arsenal Emirates Stadium in London to pick the winners.

This really is the premium talent contest for models of ethnic minority descent and fills an important gap in the talent search market for people of colour. Many of the finest models working in the country today got their first break through the competition and everone who take part says how the experience has been really useful in getting day-to-day modelling jobs.

The male & female contestants shortlisted for the regional heats will be notified within the next two weeks. The heats will take place over the months of July & August.



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Previous winners

Claire - female Top Model of Colour 2007 The winner of the women's competition this year was Claire. Claire is a student studying for a Nutrition and Biological Health degree but hopes that her win is the stepping stone to a full-time career as a model. She's already had a lot of interest from agencies, magazines and even an offer of a TV spot.

 

Marcus - male Top Model of Colour 2007 Marcus is the first Male Top Model of Colour and was clearly the crowds' favourite. He's a singer and part-time model already but this will really give his career a boost.

 

Aluna - Top Model of Colour 2006If Aluna was shocked to have won the 2006 Top Model of Colour competition, she's been even more overwhelmed by where her win has taken her career since then. She's appeared at numerous fashion shows and has had several photo contracts. It's been a fantastic year.

 

THE COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED!

The judges will review the profiles of all of the contestants that have entered the competition (perhaps now would be a good time to upgrade your profile so you appear in the best light) and, if successful, will allocate you to a regional heat. From there, it's up to you - we wish you all the best.

Prizes for all winners:

Modelling Contract

The winners will receive a modelling contract and personal representation with Mahogany Model Management. (Do not enter this competition if you do not wish to enter into a personal management contract with MMM).
Sponsored by Mahogany Model Management
 

Face of Mahogany 2009

The winner of TMC (Male & female) will be the Face of Mahogany 2009 and will feature on all of our advertising campaigns and will participate in the Mahogany Bridal & Lifestyle Fashion Show 2009.
Sponsored by Mahogany Model Management
 

Front Cover Photoshoots

The male & female winners of TMC will receive an interview, article & cover photoshoot with Oh Yes Magazine.
Sponsored by Oh Yes Magazine
 

Prizes for female winners:

£1000 Cash

The female winner will receive a £1000 cash prize.

(The Cash prize is conditional on all conditions being met by the winner).
Sponsored by Mahogany Model Management
 

A Return Ticket to Ghana

A return ticket to Ghana, which will be a One week holiday inclusive of flights, as well as transportation to places of interest, accommodation and food.
Sponsored by Oh Yes Magazine
 

3 Free Treatments

Winner would be offered a course of 3 free treatments as a prize. This would be
valid for up to 3 months after the event.
Sponsored by Super High Maintenance Nail & Beauty
 

A Pampering Kit

A pampering kit with brand leading products for manicure and pedicure maintenance.
Sponsored by Super High Maintenance Nail & Beauty
 

Nails and Nail Art for all Models that reach the Grand Finale

Nails and nail art for all models that reach the final.
Sponsored by Super High Maintenance Nail & Beauty
 

Free Treatment

1st & 2nd Runner up will be offered 1 free treatment valid for up to 3 months after
event.
Sponsored by Super High Maintenance Nail & Beauty
 

Free Brand Leading Polishes and a Glass Nail File

Free brand leading polishes and a glass nail file for the 1st and 2nd runner up.
Sponsored by Super High Maintenance Nail & Beauty
 

Relooking Session

Providing a relooking session (including a makeover) as a prize to the female winner of TMC
Sponsored by 4Seasons Makeup
 

Free Hair Styling Session

Free Hair Styling session at Nye’s Salon for the female winner of TMC
Sponsored by Nye Etienne - Top Hair Stylist
 

Hair Styling

Hair Styling for one of the female winners photoshoots. Nye Etienne will attend one of the winners photoshoots to do the hair styling for her.
Sponsored by Nye Etienne - Top Hair Stylist
 

Make Over for Portfolio Shoot

A consultation and make up for the female winners portfolio shoot and a selection of skin care and make up to suit them to take away.
Sponsored by Make Up Me
 

Prizes for male winners:

£250 Cash

The Male winner will receive a £250 cash prize.

(The Cash prize is conditional on all conditions being met by the winner).
Sponsored by Mahogany Model Management
 

Prizes subject to change and substitution

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