As London Fashion Week kicks off today, we thought it was a good time to root out some great advice for working models.

Luckily for us, in partnership with the British Fashion Council (BFC) and the London Development Agency (LDA), and with support from Dance UK, Equity has produced a series of online leaflets called ‘A Model’s Guide To’.

Models Direct highly recommends checking all five out:

• A model’s guide to drugs, alcohol and cigarette smoking – covers the facts about drugs and how you can deal with situations when alcohol and drugs are being used and offered.

• A model’s guide to healthy eating – addresses the need for a balanced mix of nutrients in order to function properly and provide you with a healthy body, great skin, hair and nails.

• A model’s guide to keeping a ‘head’ – looks at how you will need a strong character, determination, well developed self-esteem and resilient psychological make-up for a career in the modelling industry.

• A model’s guide to manners in your handbag – covers the things a professional model should carry for bookings, castings, shoots and shows.

• A model’s guide to travel – provides several pieces of advice you should take with you whether you choose to work abroad for several months, go on various different trips or just travel in the UK.