After having been spotted by a representative from while she was on a trip to , MacDowell signed a modeling contract with in New York City in 1978.
To ensure that Andie's skin was glowing for her red carpet appearance, Val prepped the complexion with the L'Oreal Age Perfect Cell Renewal Midnight Serum, which she layered under the brand's Age Perfect Radiant Serum Foundation and Infallible Fresh Wear 24H Concealer.
Four years later, director cast her in the 1989.