“I think we’re closer than ever to an iPhone camera being a true replacement for a DSLR camera,” Tiffany Nguyen says.

Tiffany Nguyen didn’t set out to become a professional photographer. She, like many of us, started simply by snapping photos on her iPhone 4 to document her everyday life. Slowly but surely, she learned a few tricks of the professional trade, using tools available on her mobile, which have now made her one of the most respected travel photographers in the game.

“I was in my first year of dental school, and I hadn’t started my photography career yet. Fast forward to 12 years later, and I’ve transitioned to a career as a full-time photographer,” Nguyen told Travel + Leisure. “The iPhone was definitely an integral part of my journey as a photographer and made me realize how much I enjoy taking photos and creating something unique.” She added, “I didn’t take the straight line path that I expected to take in life, but I hope [talking about it] encourages others to chase their passions as well.”

With the release of the latest iPhone 14, Nguyen shared that she’s been “so impressed with the image quality” thanks to its 48-megapixel RAW capability, that she says “can stand up next to DSLR images better than ever before. There is so much information contained in each image which allows for much more in-depth adjustments when editing.” She added, “I think we’re closer than ever to an iPhone camera being a true replacement for a DSLR camera.”

To help others step up their game, Nguyen shared a few pieces of critical advice to level up right from your phone and shared a few of her favorite photos from Los Angeles taken on her device to help inspire you to get out and shoot more too.

Try shooting in RAW.

“A lot of people don’t realize that you can shoot in RAW, which allows you to have more information to work with in order to maximize your editing capabilities,” Nguyen explained. RAW is an uncompressed file format that allows your camera (or, in this case, your phone’s camera) to capture as much data as possible. This way, when you go to edit an image, you can do so in much greater detail. (The only downside is that shooting in RAW takes substantially more data space.)

“With 48 megapixels to work with, you have so much flexibility and can really bring an image to life with editing. Being able to lock your exposure and focus when shooting also helps you to capture the scene exactly as you envision it,” Nguyen added. “Dialing in your exposure in camera and making sure it’s as close to ideal as possible can make the editing process a lot easier.”

Get to know the basics of composition.

Taking great photos isn’t just about having fancy equipment. It’s also about understanding a few basics of composition.

“I would recommend shooting close to sunrise or sunset to capture your images during the most ideal light,” Nguyen shared, pointing to the time commonly known as “golden hour” to give off those dreamy warm tones.

“Having a strong composition can really make or break your image,” Nguyen added. “Some of my favorite composition techniques include leading lines, negative space, symmetry, the rule of thirds, and using layers. Utilizing these techniques along with shooting during periods of soft light will really help take your iPhone photos to the next level.”

Pick a subject and practice, practice, practice.

Nguyen’s favorite thing to practice with is cityscapes, as evidenced by these gorgeous L.A. shots. Picking a favorite, she explained, helps people want to get out and practice even more.

“The best camera really is the one you have in your pocket, and the iPhone allows me to quickly capture moments in high fidelity while I’m on the go,” she said. “There’s so much that goes on around you when you’re walking through a city, and shooting on an iPhone lets me stay fully immersed in the moment while still being able to capture high-quality images of my favorite sights and memories.”

Learn how to edit on the fly.

Yes, taking stellar pics is key, but learning to edit, Nguyen noted, is also a big part of leveling up.

“Editing is half the fun and is where I really get to bring my images to life,” she said. “I edit all of the images taken on my iPhone with the iPhone as well. The apps I typically use are Lightroom Mobile and Touch Retouch. It’s the quickest and easiest way to edit my images when I’m on the go and gives me almost the same editing capabilities as compared to editing on my laptop. I’m always amazed at what I’m able to create 100% on my iPhone.”

Are you planning a business trip? Whether you’re a seasoned business traveler or taking your first trip for work, planning and preparing for all aspects of your journey is essential to an enjoyable experience. With the right tools and information, you can ensure that every business trip goes smoothly. Here are some useful tips that will help make your business trip easier and more efficient.

Research Your Destination

Take some time to research your destination before you leave so that you can familiarize yourself with the area. Research details such as transportation, local attractions, places to eat, and tourist attractions that may interest you during your downtime. Others include the security and safety of the city, as well as basic information such as currency exchange rates.

Various ways to research a destination include using travel websites, reading guidebooks, and searching online for reviews. Additionally, consider looking up the weather forecast to help you determine what type of clothing to pack. This research will prepare you for your business trip and help you to be aware of potential risks or inconveniences.

Make Early Bookings

One of the best ways to make your business trip easier is to book everything as early as possible. Book your flights, hotels, rental cars, and any other services you may need in advance to take advantage of the best deals. You’ll also be able to check multiple flight times and routes to find the best options for your needs.

Early bookings will ensure that you always have a seat and a room reserved and that you’re not stuck waiting in long lines or scrambling to find other transportation. Be sure to plan ahead and book everything you need before your trip to make the most of your time on the road.

Choose the Right Accommodation

When it comes to business travel, it’s important to choose the right accommodation. Look for hotels that are located close to your meetings or other destinations so that you can save time and money on transportation costs. For instance, you can find your ideal hotel with This Hotel website and save the hassle of searching for accommodation. Also, check for discounts and other offers that may apply to your business trip.

When booking hotel accommodation, be sure to check for amenities such as internet access, shuttle services, and other facilities that can help you enjoy your business trip. Ensure that everything that will make your trip more comfortable and efficient is taken care of before you leave. You can also request additional items such as ironing boards, extra pillows, and towels to make your stay more comfortable.

Organize Your Travel Documents

Ensure that you have all the necessary documents for your trip. These may include tickets, hotel reservations, passport and visa documents, travel insurance, and any other documents related to your business trip. Make sure to keep these items in one safe and secure place. Also, take digital copies of all your documents in case of any accidental losses or damages.

Organizing and preparing your travel documents allows you to breeze through check-in procedures at the airport or other destinations. You’ll also have a stress-free journey with everything you need in one place.

Pack Smart

Packing light is essential for business trips, making your travel much easier. Avoid bringing anything unnecessary or bulky. Make sure to bring all the essentials, such as important documents, a laptop, phone chargers, and other items you need for your trip.

If you’re traveling for longer periods, bring a few extra items, such as a change of clothes and toiletries, in case of any unexpected delays or changes in plans. Also, if possible, try to avoid checking your luggage when flying to save time at the airport and make the most of your business trip.

Stay Connected

When traveling for business, it’s important to stay connected. Set up an internet connection at your accommodation and purchase a local SIM card to stay in touch with your contacts while on the road. Staying connected will help you stay on top of any changes or developments and ensure that you can be reached in case of an emergency.

If you are having difficulty locating an internet connection, consider using a virtual private network (VPN) to securely access the internet. You can also use data roaming when traveling overseas, as some phone networks offer plans specifically designed for travelers. You can also check the rules and regulations of the country you’re visiting, as there may be restrictions on using certain technologies.

Business trips can be stressful and time-consuming, but with the right preparation and planning, you can make your business trip easier and more enjoyable. From booking flights in advance to choosing suitable accommodations and staying connected while on the road, several useful tips can help you navigate a successful business trip. By following these tips, you can make the most of your business travel and ensure a successful trip.

Here is what you should NOT wear when catching a plane!

Next time you are taking a trip give yourself a minute to look around. You will see travellers rocking their personal style from chic look to comfortable outfits, you will see them wear it all. No matter what you are rocking here are some jet setting don’ts you need to beware.

1. It is complicated

Most trips on a plan mean you will be sitting in a tight space for an extended period of time, do not forget the bathrooms either. Do not wear any complicated outfits that will be too complicated to get off and on. Avoid jumpsuits, shorter hems and low cuts.

2. #OOTD

While it may be tempting to wear a new outfit like your fave celeb at the airport, do not wear anything that can be easily spilled on and then you will regret it later. Save that outfit for when you are officially on vacation.

3. Temperature fluctuation

Dressing for aeroplanes is hard considering the fluctuating temperatures. So do not dress for hot weather even if you are travelling to a hot weather climate. Though planes o give blankets, carry a layer and when it gets hot then take the layer off.

4. Comfortable shoes

While your high heels may seem like a fabulous option you never know how much walking you will have to do and how far your gate will be. Hence avoid uncomfortable shoes at all costs. Also, your feet might swell on a long flight, hence avoid heels.

5. Metall

Looking to accessorise? Don’t forget about security! You do not want the metal detector to keep beeping off every time you pass one. But wearings a great scarf instead can keep your warm and looking chic at the same time.

6. Smell good

Be a good neighbour and apply a light scent you do not want to sweat and annoy your fellow passenger with your odour.

It’s simple, be comfortable but not too comfortable.

Fat guys, fear not. We want you to own fashion and style.

Whether you’re naturally fat big-boned, have an under-active thyroid or experience a little self-induced largeness due to the fact you enjoy consuming several meat pies at once, the overweight guy shouldn’t be exempt from looking like a star.

Here’s your guide to fashion for the larger gent.

It’s Not All Bad News In The Wardrobe

Even if you’re already en route to weight loss, you still need to learn how to dress for your current body type. We’re not saying you have to lose weight in order to look good.

What’s more important when it comes to fashion for the larger gent, the acceptance that most ready-to-wear fashion brands are not your friend, nor are the magazines and the fashion lads that parade their clothes. So turn over that glossy page for good. We’re here to help you suck up that gut, puff out that barrel chest and throw your style weight around a bit.

Because looking good is all about confidence, capped off with some simple fashion tips. We’ll have you going – from the fat man, to the big man – in no time.

Employ Visual Trickery

The key to looking sharper and slimmer is using visual trickery. Firstly, minimise surface area. This means always tucking dress shirts into trousers and with a belt to break up the belly from the crotch, even if it tends to hang further down than it should. Create a vertical line – with a v-neck or a row of buttons – drawing the onlooker’s focus to the centre of the body, not your gut.

Darken out the big places – belly, butt or thighs – that you don’t want to emphasise, and wear lighter tones over your slimmer areas. We all have our not-bad-to-better assets, so understand yours and make them work for you.

Solid Neutrals & Classic Prints

To prevent yourself from looking like a giant piece of fruit, avoid blocked bright hues such as red, purple, green, yellow and pink, on shirts and tops. Coloured pants are fine but solid neutral colours are where you shine: navy, chocolate, olive, black and grey. These broad, block spaces in dark shades help complement your shape, perfect for tees, jackets and knits.

Look to standard patterns like checks and stripes on button shirts, as they have a distractive element and spice up a boring work look. Try working checks into shirts on dark hues and subtle stripes on blazers in muted tones. It’s all about light textures with prints rather than anything with busy graphics or patterns.

Terrifically Tailored

Every man needs a tailor, and with fashion for the larger gent it is no exception. Because you’re beyond normal proportions and most likely can’t buy a suit off the retail rack, skip the boutique straightaway and see the man with the tape measure and thread. Made-to-measure suiting or bespoke, where you can select everything from button colour to lapel width, will cost more than an in store suit but it will fit you like glove.

And a quality fabric in a timeless hue will last you through the ages. For trousers, opt for full break on my pants, with the pant skimming heel or slightly shorter. Jacket should cut the shoulder sharply and when fastened should sit flat with no pulling, obscuring nicely the belly or ‘frum’.

Fervently Fabric

Light yet sturdy fabrics should make up your wardrobe. Too thick, and the materials will add bulk to your frame; too thin and you’ll be exposing your lumps and bumps. For suits, separates, coats and knits, go for wool, cashmere and silk, avoiding polyester. Heavy, cheap fabrics retain heat and lead to increased sweating.

Cotton is key for shirts, tees and chinos but all need a small amount of polyester (so read the label in the seam of the garment). The synthetic fiber can add durability and sturdiness, as well as offering shape and less crinkles. In summary, go for smooth, natural fabrics (with a touch of polyester) that hang close to the body without looking chunky. Selvedge denim is key for jeans, and will mould to your shape for a customised fit. But push through the first uncomfortable months, where the denim can be a little stiff.

When it comes to other pant styles, and a important rule with fashion for the larger gent, natural fabrics will keep you cool, and made of a sturdy fabric, will create a clean line from the waist to the ground.

Structural & Simple

Simplicity is your fashion friend. Search for clothes that are clean and shaped to the body. The key is structural suits, jackets and blazers that add a nice ‘squaring’ from the shoulders down and give shape automatically. Then, as the coat drapes, the body becomes naturally framed and contained within the garment. Again, structure is key for bottoms too.

Trousers are the silhouette you want, as opposed to track pants and athletic gear, which can offer sloppiness – unless you’re working out. Separates provide a nice flat front but ensure they are clean, without pleats. If the occasion is more casual, chinos are the big guy’s off duty go-to as well. Other simplicity tips: eliminate chunky wallets and keys from pockets by investment in a document holder, briefcase or back pack for a more streamline stride.

Key Large Gent Fashion Items

Suits

Get your suit custom-made. Go for low-rise trousers, with a short-break and cuffed leg length. The jacket needs to be sharp on the shoulder and avoid double-breasted; single button is great for creating a focal point that streamlines.

Jackets/Coats

A cropped bomber or leather biker jacket provide a cool, lean silhouette. In warmer weather, an open shirt over a V-neck works too. In colder weather a long overcoat is a great way to make a solid impression with your whole body. Opt for traditional brands like Hackett or Burberry.

Knits

Sweaters need to be wool or cashmere in slim fit. This helps flatten the front over the belly too, but only if close and without bulge. And opt for v-neck, to create the vertical line. Knits can be chunky, but fitted and cardigans are key wardrobe necessities. Opt for one with a collar, like the shawl type, for the appearance of tailoring while being casual.

Shirts

V-neck tees and Henleys should be your staples due to their slimming neckline and vertical focal points. And striped business shirts, too – just remember to tuck that thing in. Solid brands include Ralph Lauren, Saturdays NYC and Perry Ellis.

Bottoms

Shorts aren’t kind to you, so opt for knee-length ones if the summer weather beckons, avoiding cargos with bulky pockets. Opt for low-rise (a shorter distance between the top of the waistband and the crotch) chinos or pants and don’t sit trousers under your belly as this lengthens your torso to appear short-legged and stumpy. Check out short and trouser brands, Nautica and Maine New England – made for larger lads.

Jeans

Perfect big-guy brands for jeans include Wrangler’s Texas fit, Lee’s Brooklyn Big & Tall, and J by Jasper Conran. Nudie Jeans and 3Sixteen do a great selvage denim, too.

Accessories

Suspenders are key, under a blazer or suit jacket, in ensuring your trousers don’t slip below the belly. And pocket squares, lapel pins and ties are where you can add extra colour, texture and patterns into your look.