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How I Filter

IMG_4161 A bunch of you keep asking – what app or filters am I using to edit my photos? Well ever since my blog became a business, I have honed in on a very specific strategy for my Instagram feed. There’s thought and usually a plan behind every post. I start with TODAY ON WWW: (which is always the outfit post I published that morning, these photos are pre-filtered) – and then continue my day with a selfie, ootd, shoe pic perhaps, random interior inspo I come across, more photos from my blog post, and things I am doing in real time. I want my followers to really feel like they’re getting a glimpse into my life as there with me as I’m working (or playing). Each photo however is carefully selected by most flattering angles, lighting, and the most candid I can get without actually being candid. After I select the photo, I filter it in usually the same way every time to keep consistency. Here’s my routine using a photo I snapped in C21’s office a few weeks ago. I start with this:

SNAPSEED (app)step 1With your finger held on Tune Image (this will vary depending on the photo)
– Increase the brightness to about 40
– Increase the contrast to about 20
– Decrease the warmth about 10 or 20

save photo and open in

VSCO CAM (app, make sure you purchase all the filters, it’s worth it)step 2– Add a photo and click the paintbrush on the center bottom
– I start with filter G1 for the green undertone
– save the photo and upload it again
– Next I layer on A7 (or A8, A10,
– I also really like F2, or HB2 if you want to mute the colors
– I find that these filters make the photo look more professional, and real
– Other filters I like on this app are: M6 and T1 (but never use those at full capacity)

In the end it’s up to your eye to choose the right filters for your feed- everyone has a different aesthetic, the most important thing is to keep it consistent!

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    Lauren S says:
    6 years ago

    I find VSCO cam the best, but layering other filters from other apps or re-uploading really helps give the effect you need!

    Lauren x

    Britton Loves | Lifestyle Food Fashion Beauty – http://www.brittonloves.blogspot.co.uk

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    millennielle says:
    6 years ago

    thanks for sharing a photo tutorial danielle! you don’t usually do things like this, but i always find “learning” posts like these to be the most valuable 🙂 i never thought of layering filters either… what a great idea!
    xo, coco | millennielle.com

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    Jessica Rose says:
    6 years ago

    Thanks for this…will buy!

    http://vodkaandarose.blogspot.co.uk

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    Laura Lama F. says:
    6 years ago

    Thanks for sharing this!

    Xx
    http://www.Lauralexo.com

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    Jessica Feng says:
    6 years ago

    Love this post and thanks for sharing your insta tricks 🙂 I love using Snapseed and Vsco Cam as well! Hope you’re having fun in LA and enjoying the nice weather. xx

    THE MIUSE

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    Nico says:
    6 years ago

    Thanks for share this useful tips!

    What to do on weekend?
    lb-lc fashion blog

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    Fashion Snag says:
    6 years ago

    Thanks for sharing!

    http://www.FashionSnag.com

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    Lie to Die says:
    6 years ago

    I love your instagram and this is such a great post. I’ve always wondered a lot about how you edit and why you post so much but I love it. Thanks!

    xx E∆
    http://www.LietoDie.com

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    Pia Hocevar Mucic says:
    6 years ago

    Thanks for the tips!
    Fashion latte with vanilla

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    Jessica says:
    6 years ago

    This is so great! Thanks for running through your process. I love VSCO, but had not thought of layering multiple filters.
    http://www.jfrances.com

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    Alexa says:
    6 years ago

    Please tell me this was sarcastic?? I was laughing the whole time hahaha

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    Freya - Fashionable People says:
    6 years ago

    Creating a great photo is such a technical process!

    http://www.fashionablepeople.co.uk

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    Maja Ingersson says:
    6 years ago

    can’t help but think this is some kind of response to the We Photoshopped What instagram account. However, this doesn’t quite address the issue of filter use/photoshopping OOTDs/selfies in the way I have been waiting for WeWoreWhat to do. If it has to be a mea culpa, so be it, but better to say something than nothing. Everyone appreciates honesty.

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    Fortune Tarantola says:
    6 years ago

    Interesting tips. Never thought to layer filters. I usually just enhance the photo using instagram edit options. I like to think my insta is consistent but its hard to post as often while working a full time job. I’d love for you to check out my account (@fortunetellerfashion) I love your instagram!

    xx Fortune
    http://www.fortunetellerfashion.com/

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    Getup and Go Blog says:
    6 years ago

    cool! Thanks for sharing, it was really interesting! xx

    http://www.getup-goblog.blogspot.com

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    Tessa says:
    6 years ago

    Excellent tutorial, I never considered using multiple layers in VSCO cam! Totally agree about buying all the filters too, they’re so fantastic.

    Tessa at Bramble & Thorn

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    Diana says:
    6 years ago

    I love VSCO cam!!
    ~~ Diana~~
    http://www.TheNeonFactor.com

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    Joanne Christina says:
    6 years ago

    Great help! I love VSCO.

    Petite Side of Style

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    Sasa Zoe says:
    6 years ago

    So cool! Thanks for sharing<3

    Shall We Sasa

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    lavieenliz says:
    6 years ago

    i need vsco cam

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    Piece by Piece Style says:
    6 years ago

    Actually found this super useful, thanks Dani! Too many steps though 🙁

    I would love it if you could check out my blog, now based in Shanghai!

    Piece by Piece Style

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    Nicole says:
    6 years ago

    Yay!! I loooove your photos and I’m so happy you shared how to do them 🙂 how generous of you <3

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    Dominique says:
    6 years ago

    Thank you!

    xxx

    http://www.dominiquecandido.com

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    Melissa DeOliveira says:
    6 years ago

    This was really helpful, I’ve always wondered what kind of filters you use to make your pictures look so perfect!! Xx

    http://femdirection.blogspot.com

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    Kate Wilson says:
    6 years ago

    I’m obsessed with VSCO! x

    http://my–socalledlife.blogspot.com.es/

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    Kate Lately says:
    6 years ago

    This is really cool. I am always so interested in what people use to filter!

    http://www.katelately.com

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    Michelle says:
    6 years ago

    I’ve been obsessed with Snapseed for years now, nice to know other people use it regularly too 🙂

    — Michelle | MXP STYLE

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    Katie says:
    6 years ago

    Great little tutorial! I agree that consistency is one of the most important things.

    -Katie

    http://www.theaisleofstyle.com/

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    natascha says:
    6 years ago

    i think you forgot that app called spring.
    jesus, this is such an embarrassing post considering everything that has happened. there are so many examples on your instagram (before you got exposed, now you seem to be a bit more careful) where you obviously photoshopped the hell out of selfies or the so called “candid” photos, not just the photos on the blog. and yes, i talk about photoshop, NOT just filters or the “best angle” (like the best angle can make you loose 20 pounds).

    oh and btw: just because you delete every single comment (even the positive ones saying you’re great and should not feel the need to change anything about yourself) doesn’t mean that nobody sees them. or notices.
    there is a simple saying to this: accept or change. but this is just ridiculous.

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    kh208 says:
    6 years ago

    So it’s just some fancy filtering that makes you look much thinner than in real life? You’re well dressed, gorgeous, and take great pictures. Why do you need to pretend to be a different size than you really are?

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      Tae'lur Alexis says:
      6 years ago

      She’s selling what she wears so why does it matter what she looks like?

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    Lauren says:
    6 years ago

    I also use both of these apps & love them. Sometimes I will skip Snapseed and go right to VSCO Cam but either way they are both pretty amazing. Thanks for sharing!

    Lauren

    http://www.BlameItOnBarneys.com

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    Allie Mackin says:
    6 years ago

    Great post, I have VSCO and this will help for sure. And love your honesty “the most candid I can get without actually being candid.” Awesome.

    Allie of ALLIENYC
    http://www.allienyc.com

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    Eye See Euphoria says:
    6 years ago

    Wow! Thanks for sharing.

    Eye See Euphoria | http://eyeseeeuphoria.com/post/hollywood-glam

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    Christopher R. Rivera says:
    6 years ago

    This seems like such a mission for an Instagram picture…I don’t have the patience for it but kudos to you! lol…

    http://gold-and-guns.net

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