I agree with Jesinta – too young – for a few reasons. Firstly, naming her “most beautiful girl in the world” – how is someone supposed to grow up normal and grounded when they’re hearing that at 10 years of age? More than that, I think there’s a difference modelling for say, Kmart and then Armarni, where one is a relaxed, casual look and the other is all about glamour and looking far olden than 10, heavy with makeup. Also, comparing the situation to child actors isn’t a positive point. Few come out unscathed!

I agree with everything Sonia said.

She’s a beautiful child and I don’t see anything wrong with the pictures, but yes I found her to young for this. It so puts the focus on the outer appearance, make up, clothes, glimmer and glamour that she misses a lot and should learn different values and perspectives in and on life now.

It’s not something I would let my daughter do. The world is so over sexualised now. Who knows who is looking at her photos and what they are thinking.

She’s a beautiful young lady and these photos aren’t done distastefully.

As long as the photos are jot provocative or sexualised then I don’t see an issue with it. If she were made to wait she may miss out – she’s obviously good at it and if she enjoys it then that’s the main thing

I agree with Sonia. Labelling her the most beautiful girl in the world isn’t right. Other girls will be looking to her and then comparing themselves with her. There is already too much focus on girls bodies, this is just asking for trouble. Yes she is a beautiful girl but what makes her MORE beautiful than any other little girl?!

If she is happy in what she is doing then good luck to her. Who are we to judge a child whom we have never met and know nothing about?

yeah i wouldn’t want my kids out there in the world especially so young.

Surely her Mum should be thinking about her daughter’s education, as the girl may or may not be successful in a modelling career. What happens as she approaches puberty? Does the girl need the extra pressure for money??
Many who start careers suffer more mental health issues, even if it doesn’t happen for a few years.

I dont have an issue with a 10 year old modelling 10 year olds clothes. I think misrepresenting a 10 year old as an adult woman is problematic. Not only for the child herself but for the women comparing normal womens bodies to a childs body / skin etc they cant possibly obtain.

She is a beautiful girl. I think it’s up to her mother to make sure she still has a childhood. The label of ” most beautiful girl in the world ” is a concern

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  Labels are very concerning and not healthy.

She is a beautiful young girl but ultimately she is just a young girl and I hope that she actually gets to enjoy her childhood.

I only think its wrong that society places so much value on the ideal of beauty, and that this girl’s looks are more important than who she is as a person. I just don’t understand why everyone in todays society are so obsessed with trying to make themselves more beautiful! there are way more important things in life!

The modelling industry is disturbing on many levels regardless of age.

A hard one. Those photos certainly aren’t provocative, but it’s true that young kids and modelling seems a Combination ripe for exploitation. But gee, if she can earn enough to set herself up for life before she’s even a teenager… I can see what her mother is thinking.

She’s really beautiful! And those eyes! I don’t like kids modelling though, so I understand all the critics to the modelling deal.

She is gorgeous but I totally agree with Javunta in that she is too young to be infront if camera and deal with body/weight restrictions from now.

Totally agree this is way too young to be grown to the lions in this very adult industry.

I don’t have a problem with this as long as the photos of this child are not portraying her to be older than she is and as long as the clothing she’s modelling are age appropriate.