Mirror Selfie: The best tips for the perfect photo

Taking a perfect mirror selfie is not that easy. That's why we have a few tips for you so that you can really put yourself in the mirror and shine on Instagram and other social networks.

Mirror Selfie for Instagram - the right pose

In order to present yourself and your outfit perfectly, the right pose is crucial.

• One leg forward: This pose looks casual and also visually lengthens your body - they just look bigger. That puts clothing in the foreground. Let the arm hang loosely on the side of the forward leg.
• Crossed legs: This pose looks very feminine. Bend one leg slightly, the foot is slightly crossed behind the supporting leg. It is also important here to let the arm hang loosely on the side of the bent leg.
• Sitting on the floor: Sit on the floor, your legs crossed, your upper leg slightly raised. Such a selfie works if you pay attention to a straight posture. It is important that the clothes you want to present are clearly visible.
• Forget your face while taking a selfie: don't try to smile frantically. Do not look in the mirror, but on your smartphone. It looks less artificial.

What should be on the photo?

Before you press the shutter button, check the surroundings.

• Take a step back: if you really want a full-body photo, everything should be on it - from head to toe.
• The right angle is important. It is therefore not irrelevant how you hold your smartphone with the Mirror Selfie. The cell phone to the side of your face is the most flattering. If you want to look slimmer, go closer to the mirror and hold the phone under your chin.

Put fashion in the limelight with a selfie

With a few tricks, items of clothing look even better on Instagram.

• Emphasize the waist. You can achieve this not only with a belt. Chic is a shirt knotted around the waist. A waist-length jacket also emphasizes the waist.
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• The environment in which you are located is also important. The less restlessness can be seen in the background, the better your outfit will come into its own. So maybe it’s time to tidy up - draw your eyes, not the background.
• The mirror in which you are photographing yourself should of course be clean. Streaks or stains don't look good. If necessary, clean the mirror before taking the picture.
• Don't be afraid to edit the selfie a bit before you post it. Snapshots in the bathroom in particular are often too dark. Blemishes can also be retouched.

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