you are not the only one, I read last year as well that models were selected usually around November 1st, and the show was in the middle of November. Thats when the casting occurs and then 2 weeks later is the actual show. I forgot where I read it, but I definitely remember reading it. Of course at that time I couldn't believe it since its so close but thats what I read. I doubt it though, it would suck to be that close. I think maybe the fittings are on November 1st, or maybe they select a few new models you know while the major spots are already booked. I agree. And yes I read that in an article as well last December or some time around that but then again I also read that Heather Mark's spot in the show was confirmed in like September. I think that most of the models are asked to participate and the casting for the spots left occurs in November.