Science says: this is the ideal formula for photos on a dating app
How's it going over there in the wonderful world of dating apps? If I have to believe my single friends, things have gone from bad to worse in recent months, and there are hardly any fun dates to be had through apps like Tinder, Bumble, and Inner Circle. That doesn't surprise me at all. During my single days, I also couldn't stand seeing the same faces every time. A bit hypocritical, of course, since they had probably seen my face at least 25 times as well. Still, there are ways to make it easier for yourself on a dating app. For instance, there is a formula for writing the most attractive bio, you can have your mother or a friend swipe for you, and now there’s even a step-by-step plan on how to line up the best photos for the ultimate dose of attraction. Pose expert Christine Buzan explains what to pay attention to.
Start with an activity
Show what you enjoy so that your profile doesn't become a collection of selfies and mirror photos. So take some pictures in the place where your favorite hobby takes place. When you're in an environment where you feel happy and relaxed, it will show in your photos, and it's an instant conversation starter for people who like the same things.
Play with your surroundings
Focusing too much on your looks and poses is, according to Christine, not attractive. She advises that instead of focusing on posing, you should do something. For those who aren't comfortable in front of the camera, she says the easiest way to look spontaneous is to have your hands doing something, like holding your phone or a drink. The goal is to come across as open and relaxed rather than forced and posed.
Use light to your advantage
Opinions are divided on this, as in real life you don't always have the light in your favor either. However, making a first impression on a dating app is essential, and no one has ever become a worse person from a bit of good light. Avoid harsh, direct sunlight and opt for softer, natural light.
Choose from a wide range of angles
Dynamism is everything. During my dating app days, I often came across profiles of people who clearly had done one photoshoot with themselves and just slapped all those photos onto their profile. Hilarious and somewhat of a statement, but in that way, your dating profile starts to look seriously like Aunt Marlies' Facebook page, who posts the same profile picture about twelve times with just a different filter. Christine recommends a mix of full-body and close-up photos to create a complete picture.
Add ‘Easter eggs’
Are you a fan of something that not many people know about? A big lover of a specific sports team? Christine advises: ‘Use your clothing and surroundings to add some hints to stimulate conversation. Does it catch their attention that you have a very specific taste because they see something familiar? Then at least you have a match on one level.’ Happy dating!
Source: Poosh
