THE FULL FIGURED INDUSTRY AWARDS
What To Submit
Information on THIS page should be submitted ONLY if you have received an email from us letting you know that you have made it to the next round. Information on this page should ONLY be submitted between March 24 - April 18. Any submissions received before or after those dates will automatically be disqualified.
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Find your category and submit EXACTLY what is requested. Do not send more or less. Take your time and read what is being requested.
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If you have questions, please reach out to us for clarification.
Outstanding Boutique
Required Submissions
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Brand Overview
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200–300 words
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Mission, customer focus, and market presence
Visual Merchandising
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8–12 images
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Storefront, product presentation, or campaigns
Professional Presence
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1 website or ecommerce link
Optional Supporting Materials
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Up to 3 links (press, partnerships)
The Outstanding MUA
Required Submissions
Makeup Portfolio
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10–15 images
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Editorial, runway, or campaign work
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Clients other than self
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Past 12–24 months
Artistic Statement
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200–300 words
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Technique, versatility, and representation
Professional Presence
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1 portfolio or website link
Optional Supporting Materials
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Up to 3 links (editorials, campaigns)
The Outstanding Silver Fox
Are you 50 years or older? We will not share your age, we just need your to confirm that you belong in this category.
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The Silver Fox category is open to many professions. Please list your respective field that you are submitting for. (I.e. Model, MUA, Entertainer, etc….).
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Required Submissions
Career Portfolio or Work Samples
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8–12 items (images, links, or media)
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Must reflect long-term professional work
Legacy Statement
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300–500 words
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Career longevity, leadership, and influence
Professional Presence
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1 website or portfolio link
Optional Supporting Materials
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Up to 3 recognitions (awards, press)
Outstanding Blogger
Required Submissions
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Writing Samples
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3–5 published articles
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From the past 12–24 months
Statement of Impact
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200–300 words
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Editorial voice, credibility, and cultural contribution
Blog or Platform Link
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1 active blog or publishing site
Optional Supporting Materials
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Up to 3 links (media features, brand work)
The Outstanding Podcast
Required Submissions
Episode Submissions
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3–5 episodes
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From the past 12 months
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Episodes should reflect industry relevance
Statement of Impact
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200–300 words
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Audience connection, themes, and influence
Podcast Platform Links
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Up to 2 links (Spotify, Apple, etc.)
Optional Supporting Materials
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Listener data or press (max 3 items)
Content Creator of the Year
Required Submissions
Content Samples
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5–8 pieces of content
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Posts, reels, videos, or series
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From the past 12 months
Statement of Impact
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200–300 words
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Audience engagement, influence, and relevance
Platform Links
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Up to 3 platform links
Optional Supporting Materials
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Analytics snapshots or campaign examples (max 3)
The Outstanding Photographer
Required Submissions
Portfolio of Work
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12–20 images
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Fashion, editorial, or campaign work
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Past 12–24 months
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Clear credits required
Artistic Vision Statement
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200–300 words
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Creative approach and contribution to representation
Professional Presence
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1 online portfolio link
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Optional Supporting Materials
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Up to 5 links or PDFs (publications, campaigns)
Outstanding Entertainer
What do you do as an Entertainer?
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Required Submissions
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Work Samples
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3–5 samples
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Past 12–24 months
Statement of Impact
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200–300 words
Professional Presence
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1–2 professional links
Optional Supporting Materials
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Up to 3 items
Emerging Plus Model
Required Submissions
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Portfolio of Work
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8–12 images
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Past 12–24 months
Statement of Impact
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200–300 words
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Growth and representation
Professional Presence
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1 portfolio or curated profile
Optional Supporting Materials
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Up to 3 links
Outstanding Plus Model
NOTE: Models must have been actively modeling professionally for more than 7 years.
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Required Submissions
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Portfolio of Work
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10–15 images from the past 12–24 months
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Must include at least 2 formats (editorial, runway, commercial)
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Images must show professional credits where applicable
Statement of Impact
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200–300 words
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Focus on career longevity, representation, and industry influence beyond social media
Professional Presence
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1 link to a website or curated portfolio/social profile
Optional Supporting Materials
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Up to 3 links or PDFs (press, campaigns, awards)
Big and Tall Model of the Year
NOTE: Models must have been actively modeling professionally for less than 7 years.
Required Submissions
Portfolio of Work
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10–15 images (editorial, runway, or campaign)
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Work must clearly reflect Big & Tall representation
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Past 12–24 months
Statement of Impact
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200–300 words
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Address leadership, visibility, and cultural influence
Professional Presence
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1 portfolio or website link
Optional Supporting Materials
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Up to 3 supporting links (press, notable bookings)
Outstanding Designer
Required Submissions
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Portfolio of Work
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Minimum 2 collections or 10 finished looks
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From the past 12–24 months
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Runway images, lookbooks, or campaign photography
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Must demonstrate inclusive fit and construction
Statement of Impact
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200–300 words
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Creative vision and approach to inclusive design
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Industry influence and market contribution within the last year
Links to Online Presence
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1 link to a professional website, curated portfolio, or professional Instagram
Optional Supporting Materials
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Press coverage
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Retail partnerships
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Industry testimonials (up to 3 items)
