As Instagram turns five today, with 400 million monthly users, and over 40 billion photos shared, here are 16 reasons why we think Instagram rocks our world...
Everything (and everyone) looks better with a filter. Fact.
It's like a window into their soul. Or just an excuse to peek inside the world of an A-lister. Or someone from Keeping Up With The Kardashians.
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From make-up artists to fashion stylists, illustrators to interior designers, Instagram is daily inspiration. This particular GLAMOUR writer is obsessed with Taryn St. Michele and her awesome wall art. We want one of her pictures in every room.
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Cat lover? There's an Instagram account for that? Dog lover? There's one for you too. Actually, if you're not following Marnie The Dog on Instagram, you're late to the party.
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When video was first launched on Instagram, we thought 'oh, that'll be annoying', but it's not, it's brilliant.
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Now we're not talking someone's ugly roast dinner on a Sunday, we're talking beautiful pictures that make us instantly hungry.
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Admit it, everyone gets a feeling of joy with every single like. Just us? OH.
Who needs to go shopping when you can just look on your Instagram feed and be inspired by the high-street Instagram accounts. Current faves: Topshop, Oasis, and of course, River Island.
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Whether it's Kim Kardashian breaking the internet with her derriere or cute celebrity baby announcements, Instagram is THE place to find new exciting news. Remember when Taylor confirmed her relationship with Calvin? Yep - on Instagram.
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Follow P.Diddy and be inspired. Or a Victoria's Secret Angel.
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Who needs a front row seat at the Fashion Week shows when you have Instagram showing you all the looks - sometimes before they've even reached the catwalk.
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Whether it's a celebrity or your ex's new girlfriend, there's always someone you get a little obsessed with on Instagram. Just don't like a picture by accident when you're looking at a picture that was uploaded two years ago. Awks.
You're on holiday soaking up the sunshine and you really want to make your friends jealous - Instagram should do it.
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LOVES IT. Who doesn't want to see celebrity yearbook photos!? Shout-out to Chris Pratt for this adorable snap...
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This year David Beckham joined <span class="highlight">Instagram to celebrate his 40th birthday & well, you can imagine how happy that makes us...
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Duh! Of course.
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