
The EYC Divas will be hosting auditions on Saturday, the 1st of April 2017, at the Bat Centre in Durban. The event will start at 9:00am and finish at about 3:30pm. On this day the EYC Crew will be scouting for 15 young and self-driven plus size ladies aged between 18 years and 33 years.
Speaking to Nomalungelo Mkhize, the founder of this project, she said the ladies must strictly be from size 38 to 44, have leadership qualities and be passionate about this journey of modelling. She also emphasized the point that the girls should be willing to learn; love and embrace their perfect imperfections and be ready to become ‘role models’ in society.
Nomalungelo, herself, is one passionate lady. A believer and go getter by nature. Many people have attempted to discourage her from starting this initiative but she’s been persistent throughout.
“I have lost a few friends by deciding to do something productive, the one thing which makes me happy. Bringing change into someone’s life brings joy in me because I know I have played a role in that person’s development through good life lessons and grooming.”
On a number of occasions Nomalungelo has experienced ill treatment before, from society, because of her size and weight. That’s when she decided to launch this project. She wanted people to see that size, weight or body shapes do not necessarily define a person. She wants society to stop body shaming and instead, respect people of all sizes and shapes. So that is the reason why she chooses to work with models that have the same vision as hers.
She further told us that the bigger picture about this project is to end up having a platform that will celebrate and inspire plus size males or females who are determined to make it in life through all the obstacles; to have fashion tips and other programmes that will help keep their fans active and motivated all the time. As an Agency, they are also planning to host their very our own Fashion Week as well as an Annual Women Empowerment Conference, since they believe that they are always left behind in this particular aspect.
We are going to have a monthly fashion show night showcasing the latest fashion trends and also have pop up sales where we will travel to different provinces to interact with our fans. Team building camps and high teas are also in the pipeline.
Due to the EYC Agency’s large following and great partnership with photographers, creatives, etc. Nomalungelo and her team have decided to have a Pop Up sale on the day of the event where local designers will be showcasing their latest work.
We are urging all you beautiful plus size divas to make your way down to the Bat Centre. Who knows? You might be one of the lucky ones to be chosen on the day!
Comments(12)
Lucia says
February 5, 2020 at 7:16 PMIs this agency still available if so i would really love to be part of it
advice chiloane says
July 12, 2017 at 6:16 PMI love modelling with all my heart.im 23yrs old, I’m size 42 with big curves and I would to join your team. You are such an inspiration since I saw pictures on Facebook I feel in love, I am now confident in my own skin.im from Gauteng, hope some day you will visit this side
Ayanda says
July 4, 2017 at 9:29 PMI’m am so inlove with modeling especially since people look down on curvy ladies I’m a 21 and plus curvy size I’ll be happy if I had the opportunity to join
zama says
April 13, 2017 at 12:58 AMI’m 17 years old I would lv to join
KHETHIWE NONTOBEKO MBUYAZ says
March 26, 2017 at 5:42 PMHi ladies I wanted to ask how to start to be a plus size model I’m interested And I want to start
yours khethiwe Mbuyazi
Ruth Mdluli says
March 26, 2017 at 9:34 AMI would love to model for u i love my body so confident about my self am big beautiful diva
Abigail Smangele Keeyams says
March 25, 2017 at 1:49 PMI will there
Zamangcobo says
March 8, 2021 at 7:54 PMIf its still available plz hala at me
Marlene Louw says
March 24, 2017 at 9:03 PMHi my name is Marlene and im a natural hair blogger and enthusiast. Im really interested to become one of your plus size models however im 39. Please let me know if I can come through and still audition.
Paballo says
March 24, 2017 at 5:15 PMI love it the latest plus size trending fashion
Cynthia Hlambisa says
March 24, 2017 at 1:50 PMSiyaziqhenya ngani ladies and a huge thank you for making all bbw woman proud to embrace themselves and their bodies. We will be there noma kanjan ???
Nomalungelo Mkhize says
March 24, 2017 at 1:24 PMWow ❤❤❤ thank you so much for the write up.