How to Be an Instagram Hipster
Choose a username., Write a bio., Choose your profile picture.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Choose a username.
Try to pick a variation of your own name, like your first initial and your last name ("jsmith" for John Smith) or your first and last name joined with an underscore (john_smith).
You can also try eliminating the vowels (JHNSMTH) or replacing them with V's (jvhnsmvth).
Use your nickname, or pair your name with a passion or hobby.
If you love to bake and plan to post lot's of food pictures, something like "SmithBaker" will work.
Choose a name that rhymes or uses alliteration so it sticks in people's minds.
Avoid overly cutesy or childish names, like "unicorn_xoxoxo". -
Step 2: Write a bio.
Try to describe yourself or your account in just a few words.
List a few things that are important to you.
For example: "Coffee/Photography/My Dog Charlie" or "Explorer, Dreamer, and Writer." Add a link if you have a blog, Twitter, Tumblr, or other website you want people to check out.
Many Instagram hipsters identify their city or country in their bio: "Ceramic artist based in Austin, TX." You may simply wish to state where you're from and nothing more.
Try to think of a quote that inspires you or sums up your personality.
It can be funny or insightful.
Think about a line from a movie, book, or song that you relate to, or post a silly pun. , Choose either a portrait-style picture or one that shows you in your element or a beautiful location.
If you have a photo of yourself standing in front of a lake in the mountains, that's the one you want to use.
Desaturate the picture to give it a vintage feel.
If you're a girl, style yourself wearing a beanie or a floppy hat.
Wear your regular glasses or sunglasses (bonus if the frames are round).
You want your hair to be loose and wavy if possible, or opt for a popular top-knot and forget the hats.
Makes sure your makeup is on point — consider a bold lip color.
If you're a guy, you may want to rock the beanie look as well.
Glasses and a beard are a must.
Wear a flannel or a vintage t-shirt. -
Step 3: Choose your profile picture.
Detailed Guide
Try to pick a variation of your own name, like your first initial and your last name ("jsmith" for John Smith) or your first and last name joined with an underscore (john_smith).
You can also try eliminating the vowels (JHNSMTH) or replacing them with V's (jvhnsmvth).
Use your nickname, or pair your name with a passion or hobby.
If you love to bake and plan to post lot's of food pictures, something like "SmithBaker" will work.
Choose a name that rhymes or uses alliteration so it sticks in people's minds.
Avoid overly cutesy or childish names, like "unicorn_xoxoxo".
Try to describe yourself or your account in just a few words.
List a few things that are important to you.
For example: "Coffee/Photography/My Dog Charlie" or "Explorer, Dreamer, and Writer." Add a link if you have a blog, Twitter, Tumblr, or other website you want people to check out.
Many Instagram hipsters identify their city or country in their bio: "Ceramic artist based in Austin, TX." You may simply wish to state where you're from and nothing more.
Try to think of a quote that inspires you or sums up your personality.
It can be funny or insightful.
Think about a line from a movie, book, or song that you relate to, or post a silly pun. , Choose either a portrait-style picture or one that shows you in your element or a beautiful location.
If you have a photo of yourself standing in front of a lake in the mountains, that's the one you want to use.
Desaturate the picture to give it a vintage feel.
If you're a girl, style yourself wearing a beanie or a floppy hat.
Wear your regular glasses or sunglasses (bonus if the frames are round).
You want your hair to be loose and wavy if possible, or opt for a popular top-knot and forget the hats.
Makes sure your makeup is on point — consider a bold lip color.
If you're a guy, you may want to rock the beanie look as well.
Glasses and a beard are a must.
Wear a flannel or a vintage t-shirt.
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