How Celebs Get the Most Flattering Photos: The 5 Poses They Do on the Red Carpet

Jennifer Lopez at the Golden Globes in January

One of the sexier red-carpet poses, this option is good for showing off the construction of a dress, with the extended leg confirming that, yup, that super-high slit is a steamy feature of the dress, not a wardrobe malfunction. If you're being photographed in a unique garment, play with positions that'll show off the piece's best features (and do like stars: You know they're using a few pieces of expertly placed double-stick tape to ensure nothing extra is exposed).

Look 5: The Twirl

Lily James at the London premiere of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies in January

This romantic, fashion-friendly look is actually one photogs ask for. "This is something photographers have created should the potential picture be a bit dull," Bennett revealed. "We'll ask the actress something like, 'Will you give it some movement?' and then she'll swish the dress a bit. If there's a split, then you'll see the leg and you can better see the shape of the dress as well." No ballgown, no problem: If you're in a voluminous top, dress, or skirt, have some fun with it when you're taking a pic. Chances are it'll make for a fun image.