Torrid Plus Size Model Search: 2024 Winner Announced!

Calling all my curvaceous best friends! Torrid’s next “It Girl” has been announced, so today I’m here to tell you everything you need to know about Torrid’s Plus Size Model Search and the grand prize winner.

Since its founding in 2001, Torrid has been a pioneer in the fashion industry, dedicated to celebrating and empowering plus-size women. Since the beginning, Torrid has set itself apart by offering stylish, on-trend clothing that fits every body type, making fashion accessible and fun for women between sizes 10-30. Its commitment to inclusivity and body positivity has earned it a loyal following, proving that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes. With each new collection, Torrid continues to break down barriers and redefine what it means to be fashionable, confident and unapologetically yourself.

This year, they called on new people to join their cause with the 2024 Torrid Plus Size Model Search. Here’s everything you need to know about the winner and what it takes to become a Torrid model.

Who will be the winner of this fierce plus-size model search?

Essence Sugar Sugar is the grand prize winner of the 2024 Torrid Models Casting Call, having won out of over 11,000 applicants. But beauty is not the only thing Sugar has to offer. The 29-year-old is also a mechanical engineer and dancer from Jacksonville, Florida.

Now, let’s look at the grand prizes. Here’s what Sugar will receive:

• Featured in the Torrid campaign photoshoot.
• You will receive a Torrid wardrobe valued at $15,000 for one year.
• Chance to sign with a global talent management agency.

“I am so happy and excited to have the opportunity to continue working with Torrid and create a space where I can meet other people like me,” Sugar said. Via PRNewswire“Feeling comfortable and confident in yourself gives you this rare feeling. If I can help other people experience this feeling too, what else could I do with my life? I’m truly grateful.”

To apply, applicants must Official website Complete the online application, which includes your name, address, phone number, email, and desired photo and video. Detailed photo and video requirements are also listed on the casting call landing page. Also, only one entry per person is allowed. Per Torrid rules, additional entries will be disqualified and any attempt to submit multiple entries using multiple IDs will void all entries.

The Torrid Plus Size Model Search also held in-person casting events at various shopping malls and Torrid retail stores across the United States and Canada. These events were an optional means of obtaining photos for application. Photos taken at these events were evaluated in the same way as photos taken by the applicants.

Though applications for the Torrid Plus Size Model Search have closed and the winner has been announced, that doesn’t mean the fashion brand won’t hold another contest *hopefully* so be sure to always be ready to show the world your beauty and confidence.

Congratulations, Essence!