i wanna look old and fat!

..... said no one ever.

So how do we fix that? Simple! Read on.

what not to do


Here we have my beautiful friend, Dani. I told her to stand this way because that's what so many of us do when posing for a snapshot. Head-on, feet planted, and there you are. A block of squares. Not always sexy or flattering.

Person in floral pink top and jeans posing in bright interior space with potted plants.

the right way to stand


Objects closer to the camera will appear larger. Objects farther away from the camera appear smaller.

Not rocket science, but crucial if you want to minimize what you don't love about your bod.


Rule No. 1 If it bends, bend it. Pop a hip out, bend your arms. Tilt your head.

Rule No. 2 Hate your butt? Push it back and lean your chest forward. Position yourself at a 45 degree angle to the camera. Large chested? Lean forward at the waste and jut your jaw towards the camera.

Rule No. 3 Tighten your torso, suck it in, zip it up. BUT relax your shoulders at the same time.


Stand in front of the mirror and practice. : )

Woman in pink floral top and jeans showing different poses in a bright indoor setting.
Person modeling casual outfit with pink floral top and jeans against white wall.
Fashion photo of person wearing pink floral blouse and dark jeans in bright interior.

thank you, dani, for demonstrating and always looking GORGEOUS.

Multiple poses showing casual summer outfit with pink floral top and jeans.