If you want to succeed in photos, take control of these 9 photogenic tricks that Gigi taught us.
Gigi Hadid is one of the world’s most sought-after models – that alone makes her a posing expert we could all learn from. Gigi is photographed almost every day, so she has already learned her best angles, poses and expressions. When planning your next social media photo, get hold of these gig-like photography gimmicks – these will make your body and face look better in photos.
Gimmick #1: Dress in one color
Gigi has been spotted by the paparazzi several times dressed in one color, from head to toe. Monochrome always works in front of the camera.
Gimmick #2: Flash the thigh
The mother of this pose is Angelina Jolie.
Gimmick #3: Keep your arms away from your body.
This pose works and doesn’t make the whole thing look wide.
Gimmick #4: Put one hand in your pocket
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Hand in pocket communicates a relaxed attitude and looks good in pictures.
Trick #5: When you pose, pose properly
You must have seen one, if not another, model posing in a wide crotch position with shoulders down, hands behind and hips slightly to the side. This position makes the body look longer.
Gimmick #6: Tinch your waist
Both Gigi and sister Bella Hadid often wear an outfit with a belt. It emphasizes the narrowness of the waist.
Gimmick #7: Smile with your eyes
Behind this gimmick is Tyra Banks: even if you don’t smile a happy smile with your cheek muscles, let the smile show up to your eyes like Gigi.
Trick #8: Cross your legs
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Walk like a cat with your legs crossed, like on a catwalk. Remember this especially when you move while taking pictures!
Gimmick #9: Turn your head slightly down and to the side
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This gig-like angle flatters everyone.
Source: Who What Wear.
The story is the latest, previously published in November 2018 and July 2019.