POV: You just got back from summer vacay with hundreds of cute pics, but you don’t know which ones to include and which order to put them in. From candid selfies to food pics, we’ll help you build the perfect Insta carousel that’ll *definitely* have your followers saving your photo dump for their next post’s inspo.

1. *That* Pic

The first pic of the carousel is reserved for your absolute *fave* pic. Smile at the camera or hit a candid pose–either way, this pic is going to be the star of the show on your feed, so make sure to choose wisely!

2. A Quick Glimpse

Taking a walk downtown and the view just takes your breath away? Snap a quick pic from your POV! Whether they’re scenic stills of nature or candid pics of locals, we (and your followers) would love a glimpse of the amazing vacay scenes you saw. 

3. What’s In My Bag?

Another way to show us what your outfits and makeup looked like without *showing* us is by sharing the go-to essentials you carry around. Think lippie, wired headphones, a claw clip and your fave sunnies. This gives that casual “oops! I spilled my purse” vibe.

4. Keeping It Candid

It’s always a good idea to include a pic that keeps the vibe genuine rather than posed. Adding a candid pic can add some movement to your post and make us feel like we were right there in the moment with you.

5. Having Fun

Vacays are packed with tons of fun activities, but there’s always the one that definitely had you smiling and laughing extra hard. Including a pic to honor that moment is a perfect way to add some exciting energy to the post. Plus, when you’re stalking your own posts in the future (guilty!), seeing this pic will remind you of what a fun time you had.

6. You Ate

One of our fave things to do on vacay? Explore different foods and cafés. For those of you who believe the phone eats first, this is your chance to share your prized pics and make our mouths water through the screen.

7. 2x Zoom

Here’s where you can make your followers feel like close friends (no close friends list required). Give us a zoomed-in pic of your perf smile, and we’ll instantly feel the good vibes you had in that exact moment. 

8. OOTD

Our fits are always top-tier when we’re on vacay (shoutout to our overflowing suitcases). If it’s that one dress or skirt’s first time out of the closet, give the special occasion fit its own shoutout! Snap a faceless or a mirror pic to shift the focus to your OOTD.

9. From Your POV Pt. 2

Feel free to give us round two of the amazing views you saw, or opt for something you noticed that was more lighthearted and fun. Took a pic of cute gift shop trinkets or a “punny” sign? Include it here!

10. The Final Touch

Random cartwheels, heads peeking out the window, cold foam on your upper lip–if you took any fun or quirky pic, we want to see it here! While the previous nine photos might’ve been more serious and “main-worthy,” number 10 is for the pic you debated uploading to the spam account. A lighthearted pic adds the perfect cherry on top to the vacay carousel.

Sharing pics from your recent vacay doesn’t have to be stressful. Chances are, you already have most of these photos in your library! Just remember–the best way to post about your trip is to make your followers feel like they were right there with you.

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