From the right lighting to angles- How to take a fabulous selfie for a LIT Instagram feed

If there is anything the Millennials know how to do well, then it is capturing moments in selfies and sharing them with the world ASAP. So as a true Instagram addict myself, here are some tips to take fabulous selfies because who does not love to strike a pose for the gram! Here are tips and tricks to keep your selfie game fire and totally LIT. 

1. Find good lighting 

Taking a selfie in a dark car is obviously a bad idea! Hence take a picture in good lighting. Here are some lighting tips: 

A. Face natural lighting: Natural lighting is always flattering for all. 

B. Lumee case: The Kardashian clan swear by this and in an exclusive interview with Pinkvilla, even Sunny Leone admitted that she swears by the Lumee Case. The phone case has LED lights in it that can light up a dark room, hence, giving you fab selfies. 

C. iCam Flashlight Selfie: This little extension is available for as cheap as Rs. 200 and just clamps into your headphone jack, giving that extra lighting for your selfies. 

D. Turn on the flash: Last but not the least turn on the flash of your camera when taking a picture not only will your photo will be better lit but it will also make your highlight pop! 

2. Learn Your Angels

The downward facing angle is not flattering for anyone. Usually taking selfies from a slight angle above is the most flattering way. 

3. Always learn the difference between your good side and bad side 

We all have a camera angle we just need to figure our good side out. Try taking pictures from all angles and you will know which side of your face is more flattering for you. 

4. Mirror selfies 

When it comes to mirror selfies it is always best to cheat your angles and try to make your body look it's best. You could also try the bootie hack that Kardashians swear by. Simply pop your hip out in one direction and it will make your booty look rounded and lifted.

5. Use Solid colours as backdrop of your selfie 

Using a backdrop with a heap of clothes on your best is not the best idea for your selfies. Usually, solid colours, plain and neutral backgrounds are the best because they make you pop and you are the centre of attention of the photo. 

6. Cake on the makeup 

You may see #IWokeUpLikeThis on a picture, but trust us every insta-celeb is wearing tonnes of makeup in a picture. So get your makeup game on and then take a selfie. 

7. Camera selfie> Phone selfie 

If it is a readily available option then try taking a picture on your professional camera instead of your phone.If you want a better quality picture and have no option but your phone then use the back camera of your phone instead of the front selfie one. This is a tip Kylie Jenner swears by for her selfies.

8. Insta Kylie Jenner effect

This may sound super random but it always works better for selfies if you keep your hands around your face. You can do some of the following poses for your selfies: 

A. Hand on your chin 

B. Touching your lips 

C. Using your finger to push the top lip up 

D. And of course, duck face always looks mysterious and sexy 

9. Take inspiration from your favourite

Liked a selfie that Rihanna took? Well, why not recreate it

10. Editing 

Last but not the least, don't forget to edit your pictures. There are several editing apps and the Instagram app itself has many editing options. 

There you have it now you can go ahead and slay your selfie game.