mirror selfie
/ˈmɪrər ˈsɛlfi/
Very CommonA photo taken of yourself using a mirror, typically showing the full body or outfit.
The phone appearing in the frame is not a flaw. It's a recognized aesthetic of the format. In certain communities like fashion and fitness, a visible phone in a mirror selfie signals authenticity.
Real-world examples4 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | mirror selfie because the lighting in my bathroom is undefeated | Taking a mirror selfie specifically to take advantage of good lighting. | instagram, 2024 |
| 02 | mirror selfie for the outfit fit check, swipe for close-up | Using a mirror selfie as a full-body shot for outfit documentation. | instagram, 2023 |
| 03 | progress mirror selfie. 6 months apart | Two mirror selfies placed side by side to show physical transformation over time. | reddit, 2024 |
| 04 | i was told not to post mirror selfies with the phone visible but here we are | Posting anyway, rejecting the conventional advice to hide the phone in mirror selfies. | x, 2023 |
Use it when
- Describing a photo taken using a mirror.
- Posting a full-body photo of your outfit or appearance.
- Commenting on someone's outfit or appearance post.
Do not use it when
- The photo was taken by someone else or with a timer.
Mirror selfie vs post-gym selfie
mirror selfie
Mirror selfie is a photographic method (using a mirror). No workout implied.
VS
post-gym-selfie
Post-gym selfie is defined by timing (after a workout). Often taken in a gym mirror.
Origin and context
A descriptive compound noun from early smartphone photography culture. The format became a staple of Instagram from its early days and remains common across all major platforms.
- First seen
- early-2010s
- Confidence
- low
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