What is JUSTPROUD?
JUSTPROUD – the community driven fashion brand - is the first and only fashion brand created by and for its members. Anyone who wants to contribute is welcome at JUSTPROUD.com. Whether you want to design clothing, model the designs or shoot amazing pictures, you are invited! Together we make this great change in the fashion industry become a reality!
What opportunities can JUSTPROUD offer you, the fashion lover?
By being a part of the fashion community you get to express yourself and your style, meet other members and become inspired. The community offers exclusive designs that can only be acquired at JUSTPROUD.com. You decide whether designs are HOT or NOT. Together we make JUSTPROUD a unique fashion brand!
What opportunities can JUSTPROUD offer you, the model?
Have you always wanted to be the face of a campaign? Or to walk on the catwalk for a designer? We offer you the chance to get unique modeling experience. Once we have a produced design and a photographer we host casting calls. So if you are a model or always wanted to be one, this is your chance to get discovered! You don’t need to be a "size 0" as we design for all figures, just be proud. Persuade other members to vote for you and once you have the most votes we start the photo shoot!
What opportunities can JUSTPROUD offer you, the photographer?
Would it not be nice to be the fashion photographer of an international fashion brand? We offer you the chance to get unique shooting experience. Once we have produced designs we host casting calls for photographers. You don’t need to have the most exclusive camera or great experience, just have a passion for photography. Persuade other members to vote for you and win! Then we can start the shoot!
What opportunities can JUSTPROUD offer you, the designer?
Always dreamed about designing your own dress or jeans? Or showing your designs to the world? We offer you the chance to get unique designing experience. Create fashion pieces that impress the other members. You don’t need to have great experience or fashion degrees; just have a passion for designing clothing. Persuade other members to vote for your design and once you have enough votes and pre-orders we start creating the piece. So your clothing can be featured in our campaigns!
JUSTPROUD and BALLSMEDIA
JUSTPROUD is an initiative from the people of BALLSMEDIA, a very enthusiastic team of internet professionals. The team used to work on the agency side, consulting for multinationals like Unilever, PepsiCo, KLM etc. Now we focus on realizing projects that people (like you and me) can benefit from and get involved in.
JUSTPROUD is a new style company, with all the day-to-day challenges. We try to give people as much influence as possible. So we basically fulfill the role of a facilitator. JUSTPROUD is not a charity foundation, although we do contribute to the community (see JUSTPROUD.org ). JUSTPROUD is not a non-profit organization; we have to make a small profit in order to continue innovations. Please understand and respect that. JUSTPROUD.com is an open-business-platform, where anyone can join.
I want to know more about JUSTPROUD
What do I need to do to sign up for JUSTPROUD?
Signing up is FREE and only requires an e-mail address. Click here to start signing up.
I am interested in working for or with JUSTPROUD
Thank you for your interests. Please contact Geert (CEO of JUSTPROUD) for job or business opportunities. E-mail: Geert@JUSTPROUD.com.
Does JUSTPROUD donate to charity foundations?
Yes, JUSTPROUD actively supports different charity organizations. Visit JUSTPROUD.ORG for more information about our fundraising activities.
I have some ideas for JUSTPROUD
Great! Please share them by sending them to support@justproud.com. We really appreciate members who contribute their ideas to us. Together we make this great change in the fashion industry become a reality!
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Why should I become an ambassador?
Wouldn’t you like to represent an international fashion brand?? If you are into fashion, modeling or photography and you’re a nice person, please apply! We need enthusiastic members who believe in JUSTPROUD as a community and as a fashion brand. Joining the team of ambassadors still allows you to enter contests and gives more recognition as you are a role model. Apply now!
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As an ambassador you have the responsibility to represent JUSTPROUD in your city, country or region. When you agree to an ambassadorship you become a role model and show others what JUSTPROUD is and does.
An important task is to spread the word about JUSTPROUD and to stay involved. Staying involved means visiting the community, writing about JUSTPROUD on your blog, entering contests or hosting a small fashion event.
Convinced that the ambassadorship is right for you? Send an e-mail to support@justproud.com.How do I apply for an ambassadorship?
Send an e-mail to support@justproud.com and explain why you would like to become an ambassador. We will let you know more about the introduction of a new ambassador. Looking forward to having you in our ambassadors team!
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How can I gain credits?
For now you can only receive credits for winning a contest. In a newer version of the site we will add more options for you to gain credits.What can I do with the credits?
After designs have made it through the different phases, the store will be launched. You will be able to spend your credits on designs. More features will be added to the site soon, so you can use the credits for many more occasions.
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What do I have to provide when I upload a design?
Please fill in all the information that we ask from you after you clicked on the start a new project button. (We need to know the details, the materials and to have a pattern.)I am a designer of male clothing, can I upload my design?
Sorry, we can’t accept your design. For now we are only focussing on creating clothing for women. We do intend to also create clothing for men in the future.What kind of fabric/material were used for the design?
Please write a brief message about this in the description box. Don’t forget to enter the colors and upload a picture of the pattern and design. We also need to know all the details about the accessory like: buttons, zippers, elastic straps etc.
Once your design is uploaded, you can start promoting your design. For this we made a “share it” icon on your page so it’s easy to share it with your friends. Of course you can also post this page-link to your social networks in order to get more support.My design is in the pre-ordering phase. What kind of information do I have to provide?
The measurements information below needs to be in the pattern you uploaded. Please provide all of the information. Without this info we aren’t able to do the calculations and to create your piece!
Measurements for a design in size M. Please use inches.
- Chest: just below the breast, tight against the ribcage.
- Bust: around the widest part of the bust, across the nipples.
- Inseam: from heel to groin.
- Waist: the narrowest area of the waist, between the bottom rib and top of the hip bones. Usually just above the bellybutton.
- Hips: the widest way around your hips and buttocks, level with your hip bones.
- Upper arm: use the center of your relaxed bicep (equidistant between shoulder joint and elbow).
- Other info.
Will I get a share in the sales revenue when my design is produced?
For your effort you receive a % of the sales back in credits. These credits can be used to support you in creating new designs. Once you have proven to be a good, sellable designer the credits help you in creating your personal label.
My design is featured in a campaign, will I as the designer be present at the shoot?
You will not be attending the shoot. Ideas and inspiration for the shoot can of course be shared with the photographer before the shoot takes place.I uploaded a design but it has been removed
For the following reasons we can have removed a design:
- The design is inappropriate in a way that it contains mature content
- The design is too similar to an existing design and considered to be a copy
- The design has been submitted before without hardly and adjustments
- The design has expired. It did not receive enough votes within the time limit.
Please be aware that we don’t enjoy removing a design.
How can I change my design after uploading?
Change the design by submitting a new version. You only can do this within the co-creation phase.How can I add a color to my design?
Add or change the color by submitting a new version. You only can do this within the co-creation phase.Do I have to change my design conform the comments?
If your design gets comments, it’s wise to take them into account. After all the people who take the effort to comment could be the ones who take the effort to buy. On the other hand you are the designer, so finally it’s up to you.I am almost entering the pre-ordering phase, what do I do now?
Provide JUSTPROUD with the information about your design (measurements, ornaments etc.) and a copy of your passport. As soon as we receive the information, the calculations will be made by our team. When that’s done, a price and a margin will be set for the design so it can enter the pre-ordering phase.My design entered the pre-ordering phase and I am curious about the photoshoot?
Promote the design through social communities and more. You can expect the help from models and photographers as they would like to use your design for a photo shoot. Therefore you need to make a sample of the design so that it can be used during a shoot. If you aren’t able to make a sample, the photo shoot will take place if your design gets produced (in case enough people pre-ordered). You actually miss out on some nice commercial pictures that stimulate the pre-orders of your design.Why do I have to create a sample of my design?
If you would like to have nice commercial pictures for your design, create a sample piece! Then send the piece to the winning photographer so he can dress the winning model. With the nice promotional pictures the chances of your item being produced increases!How can I get votes so the design gets to the pre-ordering phase?
Persuade the community & your friends to vote for your design and invite your relatives to join JUSTPROUD so they can vote for you. Next to your design is a “share it” button, to do this very easily. Good luck!When will my design be produced?
A design will get produced once it received enough pre-orders from the members. So persuade the community to vote for you and invite your relatives to join JUSTPROUD and to vote for you! Good luck!When do I qualify to enter a designer’s contest of JUSTPROUD?
If you are able to design and make your own clothing you are welcome! You do not need to be very experienced or owning fashion degrees. It’s the members who decide which designs get featured!I saw a copied design which violates the rules (it is a copy from an existing design etc.)
Please report it to us by clicking on "Report this" and let us know why you think the design is inappropriate for the collections of JUSTPROUD. Thank you for being careful and helping us.I want to know more about the designers who won a contest before
Please visit the company blog read about the previous contests, shoots and more.
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How can I influence the fashion creating process?
All the projects need the support of fans in order to continue through the different phases. Share your opinion with the designers by giving them your tips, advice and comments. Other ways to effect the processes are to vote and to pre-order the designs you believe in.How can I contribute to the community?
Your opinion matters! Comment and influence the designer, vote for the designs you want to see produced and enjoy the access to exclusive fashion items. No other fashion brand offers you direct contact with the designer, exceptional clothing pieces and your own personal account. Together we create the biggest movement in fashion!
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I forgot my password
You can reset your password by visiting this webpage LINK.I am not receiving an e-mail to reset my password
Sometimes the e-mails have a delay. Please be patient. Make sure you didn’t type the wrong e-mail address and that you have access to the e-mail account.I can’t receive the email to reset my password, because I no longer have access to the email address associated with my account
You need to fill in the e-mail address that you signed up with. So you actually don’t need to have access to your e-mail account unless you requested your password. We do need you to have access to the e-mail account if you request your password and in case we need to contact you.My account has been hacked
If your account has been hacked and you can still access your login email address, please attempt to reset the password by visiting this webpage LINK. An email will be sent to you.
If your account has been hacked and the login email on your account has changed, please send us information about the account so that we can look into it further and hopefully restore access. E-mail address: abuse@JUSTPROUD.com.I want to delete my profile
This is a big disappointment to us. If you really are sure about this, send an e-mail to support@justproud.com together with your login e-mail address and password. Please let us know why you don’t want to be part of JUSTPROUD anymore. Once your account has been deleted you will get a notification through an e-mail.
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Is there an age requirement for entering a modeling contest?
A model who enters a contest must be 16 years or older at the moment she enters the contest. Participants who violate this rule will be expelled from the contest. Unfortunately we can’t make exceptions to the age regulations.I am a male model, can I also compete in the contests?
Unfortunately, we are a women fashion brand. We don’t design clothing for men so we don’t have contests available for males. We do want to change this in the near future.Does JUSTPROUD scout members for modeling opportunities?
JUSTPROUD offers members the chance to have a unique modeling experience, but does not scout models. Sending us your portfolio or a request is of no use. The models who get selected are winners from a contest hosted by us. It’s the community who decides who wins by voting. So everyone has a fair chance to win!Do I have to be a size 0 or very tall to be a model for JUSTPROUD?
No not at all!! Anyone who wants to be a model is welcome to the community and to participate in contests. It’s the members who vote and decide who wins.I don’t have modeling experience
You don’t need that! We offer you the opportunity to gain such experience. It’s the community who votes and decides which model wins. Anyone is welcome!I want to know more about the models who won a contest before
Please visit the company blog read about the previous contests, shoots and more.Will I get a share in the sales revenue of the item I was wearing in a photo shoot?
For your effort you receive a % of the sales back in credits. These credits can be used to support you in getting new jobs as a model. Once you have proven to be a good, sellable model these credits will help you in creating your personal modeling brand. (We will create your website & support you in management).I want to enter the models contest, but I’m from a different region than the winning photographer
Unfortunately you can’t participate. There are many contests coming up so the chances are big that there is going to be one in your region soon!Can I post pictures with nudity?
We do not allow pictures that reveal any intimate body parts. Pictures that do reveal them are considered to be inappropriate and will be removed. Members have to option to report such pictures by clicking on: "Report this". No exceptions can be made.
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Do I need to be very experienced to be a photographer for JUSTPROUD?
You don’t need to have the most exclusive camera or great experience, just have a passion for photography. Persuade members to vote for you and your portfolio. Once you have the most votes we will start the photo shoot!I own a simple camera or no other special equipment
You don’t need to have the most exclusive camera or great experience, just have a passion for photography. Persuade members to vote for you and your portfolio. Once you have the most votes we will start the photo shoot!When I shoot pictures for JUSTPROUD, where will the pictures be featured?
This differs per shoot and mostly gets decided after the images have been shot. We work efficiently and try to implement the material on as many places as possible.When can I enter a photographers contest?
Once the design is in the pre-order phase, all photographers have a last chance to connect with the design and get votes. Then in the next week the winner will be announced. Once the winner is chosen we will create the model contest; these models will be the ones from your region, so there is not too much effort in traveling involved. When the model is chosen you both will be connected to each other.I would like to know more about the photographers who won a contest before
Visit the company blog to read about the previous contests, shoots and more.What is the location where I can shoot pictures?
You as a photographer will provide a studio or another location. Until we have make-up artists entering our community we ask the model to provide her own (light) make-up. The model & you will come together for the shoot; in case there is a "no-show" we have the right to expel you from future contests. This also applies for the model of course. The designer will provide you the design sample.How can I get the design sample for the shoot?
The designer sends you the design sample.Will the designer be present at the shoot?
He or she might give you inspiration before the shoot, but won’t be present.
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How can I remove a picture?
Go to edit profile to remove or to change your profile picture, fashion designs.How many pictures can I upload to my portfolio?
Go to edit portfolio to upload or change your portfolio. You can upload up to 6 pictures.Can I post pictures with nudity?
We do not allow pictures that reveal any intimate body parts. Pictures that do reveal them are considered to be inappropriate and will be removed. Members have an option to report such pictures by clicking on: "Report this". No exceptions can be made.I uploaded a picture but now it’s gone
When a picture is inappropriate, it will be removed. Every member is able to report inappropriate pictures or comments by clicking on the "Report this" button.I want to report a picture or a comment
Underneath every webpage there is the “Report this” button. If you think some of the pictures or texts are violating the rules, please report it.
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I don’t want other members to see all or some of my profile details
Go to "Edit profile LINK" and click on "Personal details LINK". On that page you can tick the boxes of the information you want to show to the public or not. This can be changed by you anytime you wish.Do other members see it when I visit their profile?
No, other members won’t notice your visits unless you comment on their profile or clicked on "Follow this user". When you follow a user, the user won’t know unless he/she visits your profile and sees that he/ she is being followed.How do I report a bug?
If a feature isn’t working properly please report it. Underneath every webpage there is a "Report this" button. By clicking on it you report it so we can moderate it and keep it clean.I want to report a picture, design or a comment
Inappropriate images or comments must be reported so we can remove them. Underneath every webpage there is a "Report this" button. By clicking it you can report it so we can moderate it and keep it clean.I want to report a member
Whenever a member uses JUSTPROUD for the wrong purposes, please report it. By clicking on "Report this" underneath the webpage you can notify our moderators. Let’s work together on creating a great fashion community! What happens when I report someone?
All reports are confidential. The member that you reported will not know about the report. After the report is submitted, JUSTPROUD investigates the issue and makes a determination as to whether or not the content should remain on the site based on our "Terms of Use". In certain situations, it requires more severe action. For instance, users who repeatedly violate our "Terms of Use" can be permanently banned from the site.
Not all reported content will be removed. Our moderators look into each report thoroughly to decide the appropriate measures. If no violation of our "Terms of Use" has occurred, then no action will be taken.I want to delete my profile
This is a big disappointment to us. If you are really sure about this, send an e-mail to support@justproud.com together with your login e-mail address and password. Please let us know why you don't want to be part of JUSTPROUD anymore. Once your account has been deleted you will get a notification through an e-mail.What is the minimum age required to sign up for JUSTPROUD?
A member who signs up at JUSTPROUD must be 16 years or older at the moment he/she signs up. Members who violate this rule will be expelled from the community. Unfortunately we can’t make exceptions for the age regulations.My account has been hacked
If your account has been hacked and you can still access your login email address, please attempt to reset the password.
If your account has been hacked and the login email on your account has been changed, please send us information about the account so we look into it and hopefully restore access. The e-mail address is abuse@JUSTPROUD.com.
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I want to change from being a model to a photographer or another role
The only way to change role is to e-mail us the request at: support@justproud.com. When we receive your e-mail we will reset the options and notify you through e-mail.Where can I change my profile picture?
Go to edit profile to change or remove the profile picture.Where can I change my details?
Go to edit profile to change your personal information and privacy settings.I want to change my nickname
You can change your nickname by going to edit profile.I don’t want other members to view my details
If you want to hide certain information about yourself, go to edit profile. On that page you can tick the boxes underneath the word "public" that show or hide your personal information.I want to delete my profile
This is a big disappointment to us. If you are sure about this, send an e-mail to support@justproud.com together with your login e-mail address and password. Please also let us know why you don’t want to be part of JUSTPROUD anymore. Once your account has been deleted you will get a notification through an e-mail.
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What do I need to sign up for JUSTPROUD?
Joining JUSTPROUD is FREE and only requires an e-mail address. Click here to start signing up.Can I choose more than one position? (Example: to be a model and a photographer)
Unfortunately this isn’t possible. Please choose wisely, because once you have decided you can’t change it anymore unless you contact us. See next question: Can I change my position?Can I change my position? (Example: to become a model after you have chosen to be a designer)
Unfortunately this isn’t possible. If you really want to change your position you can e-mail support@justproud.com and we will reset the account for you.My confirmation e-mail doesn’t arrive or shows an error
Please wait a bit longer. If it still doesn’t work try signing up again and make sure that you typed the correct e-mail address. If the problem still occurs please send an e-mail to support@justproud.com.It says there is an existing account associated with my email address
Did you sign up before? It is only possible to have one account per email address. Please request your password by visiting this webpage: Forgot password?.It says that my email address is invalid
Did you check if you typed it correctly? Or have you signed up before? If the system still doesn’t accept your e-mail address, send an e-mail to support@justproud.com explaining the problem.What is the minimum age required to sign up for JUSTPROUD?
Someone who sign up at JUSTPROUD must be 16 years or older at the moment he/she signs up. Members who violate this rule will be expelled from the community. Unfortunately we can’t make exceptions to the age regulations.How can I make my password strong?
A password for JUSTPROUD always requires at least 6 characters. To make it safer we suggest that you don’t use personal details as a password. Other tips are to use a capital letter and numbers when you decide the password.
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