Everybody knows how to capture a selfie. It’s one of the things that your mother, the Kardashians, and yourself have in common. It doesn’t even require that much skill. Today’s selfie trend has gone all the way from having a makeup filter to creating an impressive collection of self-portraits with a perfect outfit. You probably heard of the term OOTD or what the Internet calls “Outfit Of The Day.” It has been an Instagram craze, which fashion bloggers and influencers have been doing. Anyone can do an OOTD, though. If you’re aspiring to create a perfect Instagram OOTD, then follow these easy tricks below. Trust us — you wouldn’t have to use your credit cards that much!
Do a lot of practice
As they say, practice makes perfect. Finding the right pose is never easy. You must figure out which poses and degree of angles work best for you. Kim Kardashian has a pro-tip, though: keep your chin down, the camera up. You can try tilting your head from left to right, then up and down to find what your best angle is. Once you learn your most flattering angle, practice different poses that can go with your outfit. The more natural the pose is, the better. You wouldn’t want to look stiff or robotic in your OOTD! Remember the poses you liked so you can do it again in your next photo.
Check the lighting
This pointer is probably the most important one. Even if you’ve mastered your pose and chose a great outfit, your efforts would just go down the drain if your lighting is terrible. We suggest you capture a photo where there’s natural light. Try shooting near the window, or you can go outdoors and pose on the flooring and bask under the sun. Natural light reportedly reduces the double-chin effect and makes your undereye circles disappear. You should also avoid having shadows on your face as it can destroy a good photo.
Find a location
There’s nothing more visually interesting than having a great photo background. That is why location is also key for a perfect OOTD. There are numerous alternatives to choose from, but if you’re traveling, find iconic landmarks and have a shoot there. If you’re staying at your own home, make sure your room is clean and organized. You can also gas up your OOTD photos by taking pictures in front of plain walls. It does not only keep the focus on your wardrobe, but it also keeps your Instagram feed simple yet straightforward and aesthetic.
Details, details, details
The next tip is to make sure you know how to showcase your personal style by detailing. You can do the details using accessories, such as jewelry, shoes, bag, or sunglasses. Accessories are worth your investment money since you’ll be using them a lot on your OOTD. Another type of detail is how you wear your wardrobe, like how your shirt is tucked or buttoned, how you wear your scarf, or how you flaunt your fresh manicure. If you don’t know what to do with your hands and feel awkward, use props such as a hat or a book and work it into your pose. Remember to show off your props or accessories naturally.
Have someone help
In cases that you are unable to capture a photo yourself or with a tripod, try enlisting the help of a loved one, be it your boyfriend or your mom. They’re way easier to go with than a tripod. If you’re asking a family member and a friend to take your OOTD photo for you, capture a picture of them first and show them how you want it to look. By doing this, they can recreate the shot quickly. This comes in handy, particularly when you’re traveling. But if you often fly alone, it’s never wrong to ask help from a stranger, whether from an uber driver or a lawyer having a meeting at a coffee shop.
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