It's no surprise that the selfie has become a huge part of web culture -- you need only scroll through your Facebook or Instagram to see that. Some have questioned their dignity, while others have risked their lives in search of the the perfect selfie. We're here to help.
As much as we might mock the digital self-portrait (especially when it's set in a public restroom), we're just about all guilty of it. One study states that in Britain, the selfie has become the most popular type of photo taken by 18 to 24-year-olds. Yup, that means it's even more popular than photographing your froyo and truffle fries.
Part and parcel to their allure is the knowledge there can always be a better, more flattering selfie. Scroll through the list below to see some of the selfies that have gone terribly, terribly wrong. Here's a chance to learn from their mistakes and keep your selfies looking snap-tastic.
1. Keep a close eye on ornery animals in the frame.
2. Think of the potential consequences before posing in front of a street window.
[img src="http://i.imgur.com/rtMUeAQ.jpg" caption="" credit="" alt=""]Image: Imgur, jjc551
3. Be aware of privacy laws in the locality of your selfie.
[img src="http://i.imgur.com/mSsulqk.png" caption="" credit="" alt=""]Image: Imgur, meandmygatlikewilson
4. Leave your laptop on the desk for selfie discretion.
[img src="http://i.imgur.com/YD7VqWP.jpg" caption="" credit="" alt=""]Image: Imgur, chadwirc2
5. Keep to yourselfies, unless you're prepared to face the ridicule of your friends.
[img src="http://i.imgur.com/6UlAVuP.jpg" caption="" credit="" alt="TitleFound a Star Trek selfie pic of my friend, today's his birthday, result was delicious!"]Image: Imgur, ghostpix
6. Look both ways before snapping.
[img src="http://i.imgur.com/gqjwcbG.jpg" caption="" credit="" alt=""]Image: Imgur, kelsobucket
7. Use particular caution in restrooms.
[img src="http://i.imgur.com/WVJsgBQ.jpg?1" caption="" credit="" alt="The bathroom mirror selfies are getting out of hand...how much more tasteless could you get??"]Image: Imgur, ladythetramp
8. Make sure your pet isn't a camera hog before agreeing to share the frame.
[img src="http://i.imgur.com/yv4BEne.jpg" caption="" credit="" alt=""]Image: Imgur, terriskywalker
9. If you are planning on retouching your selfie, be sure you have at least an intermediate grasp of Photoshop.
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10. Be sure all subjects are awake at time of selfie.
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