TIFF 2011: Learn how not to pose for the photog from these celeb gaffes
It’s that time again. Toronto has rolled out the red carpet for an army of A-listers, all flocking to TIFF looking their most flashbulb-friendly. Sure, everybody has a “good side” in photographs, but no one works their angles (or, wrecks their angles, depending on who you ask) quite like a VIP.
Couture-clad celebutantes poised in the same goofy positions, doing the same silly faces, and looking all-around stupid for the paparazzi’s pleasure. So, which repellent poses take the cake? We’re all familiar with the traditional hand-on-hip and shoulder-peek-over, but FASHION has assembled a list of the top five posing offenses, and their frequent perpetrators, with tips on how to avoid making the same photo faux pas yourself.
1. The “shut up, and kiss me”
What It Is: Arms cast wildly around your man’s shoulders, lips locked, eyes squeezed completely shut. For extra drama, make like TomKat and turn the red carpet into a figure-skating competition. Or be super generous and offer your beau a cheek. If he doesn’t get the point (don’t just look at it—smooch it!) apply pressure to his lower back and mutter break-up threats under your breath.
What They’re Going For: “We’re in love.”
What They’re Getting: “We’re really desperate to have you believe we’re in love.”
Usual Suspects: Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes
How To Avoid It: If you want to express your true feelings for your partner, there are many ways to do it other than sucking face on film. Hold hands, look at one another lovingly, or go on Oprah and jump up and down like a maniac on the sofa. The options are endless! PDA never translates well in a photograph, so save the butterfly kisses for the boudoir and keep it G-rated for the camera.
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