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I always knew it was important to stand up straight but what if you're tall and all your friends all shorter than you? It would look weird if you're the only giant with a head popping higher than others. This is usually the reason I slouch subconsiously.

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The best pose for ANYONE'S shape is turning slightly to your best side and propping/pointing one leg so one knee is bent and the other is straight. This will make your calves look toned if you're wearing a longer skirt and your thighs will look incredible in short shorts/skirts. I promise!!

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You will pardon my total lack of interest in improving the life of someone who calls other people grotesque and disgusting blobs. Assuming that only a perfect physical specimen would be arrogant enough to say such things, I would like to gently point out that your character and compassion are in dire need of an upgrade.

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Any advice about what to do about wearing shorts and cellulite on the front of the thighs that looks worse in photos than it does in person?

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Ally
you must be young because otherwise you would KNOW tall women are attractive
I am an old man ( no I wont say how old oh what the heck I am 49) and my girlfriend is over 6 foot ( I am 5'11) EVERYONE looks better standing straight AND TALL. Be proud girl and other people will see it ALSO!
rick

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I ALWAYS remember not to have my arms at my side staright down. i had one vacation where my arms looked huge in most photos. I then learned to bend my arms. what a difference!

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The reason that cellulite looks worse in photos may be the angle of the viewer. In which case, the camera is only showing you what others see. Also, most people never realize how much difference light makes. Bright sunlight accents ANY dimple or bump, so what you see inside while dressing and what is seen outside in sun is quite different.

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How about improving your quality of life (and mine) . Stop stuffing your fat face and get off your grotesque butt and exercise. 75% of American women over 35 (in the Buffalo NY area for sure) are disgusting blobs.

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If you slouch, it doesn't matter whether you are short or tall, you look bad. Think about how many women would LOVE to be taller and be proud of your distinction. Present yourself in the best possible way because making yourself look slouchy helps NO One in the picture. Least of all, you.

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While all of these things maybe true, there are many people who just dont photograph well.

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A MODEL'S TECHNIQUE: ALWAYS LOOK INTO THE LENS OF THE CAMERA, NOT THE PERSON HOLDING THE CAMERA.

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You will have to pardon my total lack of interest in improving the life of anyone who calls other people grotesque and disgusting blobs. Assuming you are a perfect specimen physically, (who ELSE would be arrogant enough to make statements like yours?) I would like to gently point out that your character and compassion are in dire need of an upgrade.

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Linda (#8)
It's who, not whom, when used as the subject of a clause. Thought you might want to know so you don't sound pretentious. What does an alternative lifestyle have to do with photography?

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Why is it men are so cruelly critical of overweight women? I see some pretty porky men running around with their gut hanging out over their belts. Look in the mirror before you criticize. Besides, most overweight women still bother to bathe, hint hint. Some of you guys look like you haven't seen a razor or a tub for weeks!!

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I am tall, and could lose a few, but I am not really fat or anything. I am also 49 years old. When I was younger I took terrible pictures. Here is what I have learned: Stand tall. stay away from super close-ups, turn slightly to right or left, just not straight-on. Smile, but not too big, open eyes wide, without looking shocked, and "hold yourself up straight," whether standing or sitting, also hold your head slightly up. If with a husband or boyfriend, snuggle close, and cross your arm over their stomach and hold on lean your head in slightly, this makes your arms look toned , and slims the face. It also makes you look comfortable.

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Great tips...always nice to learn new things..and about the mens remarks...well it is normal for men who suffer from "little man syndrome" and you gals know that I am not talking about height ;) to be the ones who make fun of chubby women..I guess they have to cover up their own "shortcomings" as men..poor insecure men...

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mark borg ~

i am a chick from buffalo, over 35, tall & SKINNY! i agree that there are ALOT of fatties in this city. but let's be real....look at all of the fat, disgusting dudes in this town. these dudes think dressing up is putting on a clean (still wrinkled) t-shirt & ball cap. i think our city needs a complete fashion makeover. here's a question for ya......what is up with the fat guys who think they should be dating a good looking girl who is in shape? makes no sense. the people in buffalo are the nicest folks around but they do need to diet & exercise.

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Mark, that is funny as hell, so true and right in your face. A former upstate NY-er myself, I never realized what the deal was till I moved to Charlotte and got off my butt!

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Ok, first of all, we are talking about photography, not over-weight women. Second, over half the freaken women on the planet are overweight, so get used to it! Big women can be just as beautiful as small ones. Why would anyone want to be so small they look unhealthy and gross, anyway?

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Hahas very true i mean besides that if your fat than your fat its nice to make your self look better in pictures but wait until in person does it matter? but i guess besides so many people are obese due to fast food. Dude think about it

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