How to take the perfect selfie

The 21st June is national selfie day. Taking the perfect selfie can be tricky but with our top tips we will have you looking like the true selfie king or queen you are in no time!

Dark rooms are a big no no for selfie taking. Find a room with lots of light or even better take your selfie outside.

Another top tip – stand facing a window when taking your selfie the light coming through the window will light up your face, taking your selfie from dull to fabulous!

Most selfies are taken by holding your phone, tablet or camera upright (portrait), but try taking one holding your phone, tablet or camera sideways (landscape) this way you can fit a lot more into your selfie like the cute dog in this girls selfie.

Natural smiles are a winner and are a really easy way to create that perfect selfie.

It's best to take a photo from a higher angle. Hold the phone so that the bottom of it is level with your eyes making you look totally awesome!

Another top tip - Don't look straight into the camera. Slightly turn your head to the side and focus your eyes on an object in the distance and this will give you a great post-worthy selfie.

Don't be afraid to switch it up and get creative. As long as you or one part of you is in the shot it’s a selfie. So why not try a funky foot selfie – not only a great way to show off your cool new shoes but your adventurous side too!

Remember the key to taking the perfect selfie is to have fun!

Now you are armed with these top selfie-taking tips, go out and be the selfie king or queen you were born to be! Let us know how you get on in the comments below.

You've been sending in your awesome selfies all day. Here's a taste of some of the selfies that you have sent in so far.