Lady Gaga is known for her outrageous and eye-catching fashion sense, but when it comes to capturing the perfect photo, she knows how to tone it down a bit strategically. As one of the most photographed celebrities in the world, Gaga has learned what works and what doesn’t through years of red carpets, tours, album shoots, and more. Here are 6 key things she avoids doing to ensure she gets that flawless photo op.

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Squinting in the Sun

One of the biggest photo no-nos is squinting in harsh sunlight. Strong, direct sunlight can create unflattering shadows under the eyes and brows and make the eyes appear squinty. This is something Gaga is very conscious of avoiding. Like many celebrities, she will often use sunglasses strategically during outdoor photo shoots to keep the light source diffused and prevent squinting.

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