If you're a shy girl, you might find it a bit difficult to pose on Instagram. Don't worry, you don't need to stick with the usual "hand-covering-the-face" pose—you can play with different angles and elements for that double tap-worthy pic.
Need some inspo? Head on over to YouTuber and content creator Angel Secillano's Instagram grid. A quick scroll through her profile will reveal that she is a pro at posing—even if her face isn't seen all the time. Check out how you can recreate the same vibe below:
Best Shy Girl Poses to Try, As Seen on Angel Secillano
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If looking at the camera head-on makes you feel awkward, try showing off your side profile.
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No need to face the front for this one! Plus points if you wear a backless dress or top.
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You can never go wrong with silhouette pictures, TBH.
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There's a reason why mirror selfies are a classic—you get to show off your cute 'fits with minimal effort.
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Speaking of 'fits, your face doesn't always have to be seen in OOTD pictures. Check out how Angel does it:
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Here's another variation of the side profile pose, but for this one, it's only your face that looks to the side.
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Close-up shots of your accessories work great as filler pictures.
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There's just something about wearing cute sunnies that immediately transforms your picture, you know?
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For beach pics, you can show off more of your surroundings so that the sole focus isn't on you.
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Learning how to pose with your hands can lessen the awkward feeling of taking selfies!
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This story originally appeared on Cosmo.ph.
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