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Ask your BFF to help you plan and art direct your upcoming profile picture shoots—here are some ideas you can try.
Cross your hands over your chest and look away from the camera.
Let the camera capture your real, candid laugh.
Continue reading below ↓Match the background.
Take a photo of your photo!
Continue reading below ↓Who knew that a post-workout selfie can look super pretty?
Look over your shoulder.
Continue reading below ↓A picture of yourself with your favorite comfort food is the best way to let other people know the ~*real*~ you.
Flowers + natural lighting = a beautiful, effortless portrait!
Continue reading below ↓The same goes for leaves, too!
ICYDK, shadows add drama to a picture.
Continue reading below ↓Went abroad? Casually pose with a famous landmark subtly peeking in the background.
How about a PG-13 topless photo?
Continue reading below ↓Want a sexy photo without showing skin? Capture your smoldering gaze in B/W.
A carnival serves as a great, colorful background!
Continue reading below ↓And a bright wall, too!
If we could surf, we would probably post a photo of ourselves riding a wave. It's a milestone that needs to be captured.
Continue reading below ↓Maximize this opportunity if you're a guest at a wedding: Sit in the corner of the hotel room and have yourself photographed while looking outside the window.
When the grocery is your happy place:
Continue reading below ↓Flash photography is key when taking a photo in a dark place.
Try taking your OOTD at a busy crossroad.
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