The 3 things that make the biggest difference

1. Daylight from a window, 2) a tidy background, 3) a vertical shot (holding the phone upright).
   That’s already 80% of your success.

• Daylight: Place yourself or your product near a window. Avoid harsh sunlight (hang a sheer curtain or shoot when the light is soft — in the morning or late afternoon).

• Tidy background: Clean the surface, mirror, or bottle. Remove unnecessary items and tags. One main subject + 1–2 accessories (e.g., a cup, a flower).

• Vertical framing: Most people browse on their phones vertically. Vertical shots fill the screen better and capture attention.

Your First Photo Step by Step (5 Minutes)

Set your goal, arrange the scene, and take 3 shots from different angles — then choose the best one.

1. Goal: What do you want to show? For example: “My morning ritual with Prouvé perfume.”

2. Place: Near a window, on a clean surface.

3. Props: A coffee cup, a small vase, a book — only items that fit the story.

4. Phone settings: Turn on the grid (in camera settings), tap on the subject (to focus), slightly increase brightness, and set a 3-second timer.

5. Take 3 shots:

   • from the front,

   • slightly from the side (more cinematic),

   • from above (a flat lay).

6. Choose the best one and slightly brighten it in editing (adjust “Brightness” or “Exposure”). Don’t overdo the filters.

Example: Before the house gets busy, you pull back the curtain, place your Prouvé bottle on a clean tray, with a cup and a flower beside it. Three shots, one short video, 10 minutes of work — and you’ve got a beautiful post.

How to Take a Nice Selfie (Stress-Free)

Stand sideways to the window, hold your phone slightly above eye level, and keep the background simple. Smile “as if to a friend.”

• Position: Sideways to the window (soft light on your face).

• Angle: Phone slightly higher than eye level and tilted down a bit — your face looks more natural.

• Background: A closed wardrobe instead of open doors, a clean mirror, no cables or random objects.

• Hands: If you’re holding perfume, hold the bottle firmly but lightly. Wipe it with a cloth to remove fingerprints.

• Series of shots: Take 5–7 photos in a row; one with a soft smile, one more serious, one “in motion” (e.g., turning your head slightly). Pick the one where you look best.

How to Photograph Prouvé Products (Simple and Elegant)

Show the product in use or in a calm, real-life scene — not like on a store shelf.

Perfume

• Hero shot: Bottle on a clean surface, side lighting, soft shadow — looks “premium.”

• In use: Wrist + perfume mist (ask someone to take the photo while you press the atomizer).

• Details: Close-up of engravings, cap, or sprayer — builds a sense of quality.

Home Products

• Laundry: A basket with soft towels, Prouvé bottle to the side, window light. Show the towel texture up close — it “feels fresh.”

• Cleaning: Quick “before/after” — a surface before wiping and after. Don’t spill liquid; keep the bottle upright.

• Clean and aesthetic: No dirty sponges, no wrinkled cloths.

Tip: If something shiny reflects too much (glass, metal), soften the light with a curtain, parchment paper, or a piece of white fabric between the window and your scene.

Composition and Framing — Keep It Simple

Shoot vertically. If you crop later, choose 4:5 (apps usually have this format). For Stories and videos, record vertically.

• Vertical = more of you on screen — it doesn’t cut off important parts and looks better on phones.

• 4:5 crop: Great for posts; if unsure, just shoot vertically and crop to “Portrait” or “4:5” in editing.

• Space to breathe: Leave some empty space around the product/face so the image doesn’t look cramped.

Short Videos (Just “Videos” for Our Needs)

Essence: Record vertically, near a window, 2–3 clips of a few seconds each. Even without editing, it’ll look good.

• Idea: “My morning scent” — a shot of the bottle on a surface (2–3 sec), applying to the wrist (2–3 sec), smiling in the mirror (2–3 sec).

• How to record: Keep your phone stable (leaned on books), tap to focus, hit record, count to three, stop.

• Captions: Add 1–2 short sentences in the app (“My ritual,” “New fragrance”) so the video makes sense without sound.

Common Mistakes and How to Fix Them Fast

Fewer elements, one light source, simple edits.

1. Too many objects → Keep only the main subject + 1–2 accessories.

2. Mixed light (yellow lamps + blue window) → Turn off lamps; shoot in daylight only.

3. Crooked frame → Turn on the grid, keep the phone straight, align with edges of a table or wall.

4. Dirty glass or fingerprints → Always carry a small cloth.

5. Heavy filters → Just brighten and slightly increase contrast instead of using heavy filters.

6. Too far from the window → Move closer to the light — it instantly looks cleaner and brighter.

14 Days of Simple Post Ideas

Essence: Variety and consistency matter more than perfection. One small post a day.

1. Your morning ritual with perfume – selfie by the window.

2. Flat lay: bottle + book + cup on a linen cloth.

3. Short video of perfume mist over wrist.

4. Cleaning product “before/after” surface shot.

5. Close-up of perfume detail (cap, sprayer).

6. Overhead shot: cosmetic on a bathroom shelf, clean tiles.

7. Your favorite fragrance notes – photo with a prop (flower, citrus).

8. Laundry basket + laundry product, soft towels.

9. “My scent of the day” – quick mirror selfie.

10. Mini video: 3 shots × 3 seconds (bottle, application, smile).

11. Nightstand: perfume, book, lamp (lamp off for the photo).

12. Fabric detail “after washing” – show texture.

13. Your desk: tidy setup + bottle as an accent.

14. Small weekly summary – collage of 4 photos.

How Prouvé Helps You Create Beautiful Shots

Prouvé products “photograph well” thanks to clean shapes, elegant labels, and associations with everyday rituals.

• Perfumes for her/him: Minimalist bottles beautifully reflect soft light; show them in “getting ready” or “evening relax” scenes.

• Home products: Bottles look aesthetic on clean counters or by the washing machine; “before/after” shots tell the story better than long captions.

• Gift sets: Perfect for “unboxing” photos — close-ups of paper and ribbon textures.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Do I need an expensive camera?
   No. A smartphone with good daylight and a clean background is enough.

2. Vertical or horizontal?
   Vertical. It looks more natural on phones and gives more space for the image.

3. What if my apartment is dark?
   Move closer to the window, open curtains. Avoid yellow lamps. If needed, use a white sheet of paper to reflect light onto the product.

4. How many props should I use?
   Maximum of 1–2 matching the story. Too many create clutter.

5. How to edit without making it look fake?
   Minimal adjustments: brightness/contrast and maybe slight warmth or coolness. Avoid heavy filters.

6. How to avoid blurry photos?
   Lean the phone on something stable (like books), set a timer, and keep your hand still while shooting.

Summary

The simplest formula: window light + order + vertical framing + one main subject.
With this combo, you’ll create photos and short videos that look fresh, natural, and “Prouvé-style.”

Next step:
Pick one Prouvé product, set up a small scene near a window, and take three shots today. Do it again tomorrow — it only gets better.
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Key Takeaways:

• Window light > lamps; turn off yellow lights.

• Vertical framing with one main subject.

• Simple background, 1–2 props (flower, cup).

• Take 3 shots: front, side, top.

• Selfie: phone slightly above eyes, clean background.

• Products: show “use” and “effect,” not just the bottle.

• Minimal editing: brightness, contrast; no heavy filters.

• Consistency matters more than perfection – post small things daily.