What a freakin' weird business model. Weird, but genius…read more In case you haven't heard of it, a Selfie WRLD, essentially, is a large room filled with tiny, colorful sets designed for photography. These sets are all separate from one another by a slender wall (with different themes) and solely designed for coming in and taking selfies (solo, with friends, with family, whatever). I could wax poetic about how neat this is for our society (how many activities ENCOURAGE you to bond over the experience of trying to curate the perfect memory via photograph???? Most activities actively shame you for it!). But instead, let's just talk about it: THINGS TO KNOW: -You are your own photographer. I have no idea about their stance on bringing your own, hired photographer if that's your jam. I can tell you that my "pro" DSLR camera with lenses was entirely allowed with zero issues. So you don't have to use just a cell phone. -You are charged "by the hour". You can take as many photos as you want and use as many of the "sets" as you want within the hour. Just be nice, and recognize you have to share with anyone else who's there. -The location lets you borrow (no charge) your own ring light, your own cell phone tripod stand, and your own Bluetooth cell phone remote to pair with your phone. (The tripod stands are SO sturdy and heavy! With a fully customizable arm for unique angling.) -Selfie WRLD is located in the Coastal Grand Mall. It does have its own entrance outside of the mall, so if you want to wear something extravagant, you don't have to look like a weirdo walking through the mall. -Some of my favorite sets included: a "boss" gold/black room, a black room with different-colored LED lights, a white, color-splatter room with two swings, a "Love Your Selfie" on the wall in front of a small trampoline, and a green, jungle-like set-up in greens for "welcome to the jungle" neon lights. -For fun/tourism purposes, there are also a couple "Myrtle Beach" backdrops for memorializing your trip. -I did not see any changing room; I'm unsure if outfit changes are allowed/encouraged, but you'd probably have to use the mall bathroom. -There are cleansing wipes and trash cans scattered around different sets to wipe down props or seating. -Sets definitely seem designed for the square format of Instagram, but you can crop/zoom as needed. You'll definitely run into the ceiling if you attempt to shoot portrait fully zoomed out. TIPS: -This is a place you'll want to intentionally come to when it's as empty as possible. As you have to share access to the sets with any other customers (including kids who may not understand "stay in your own area), having as few other customers as possible is a bonus. -A notable number (more than 4 sets) had a seated weight limit of 250 pounds (off the top of my head, the swings, the futon, and a few others). These signs are clearly posted. I wouldn't trust the trampoline to have a high weight limit either; it was pretty flimsy looking. Sad that the weight limits exist, but glad they're being upfront and not chancing safety issues. There are tons of other things you can enjoy if you're over those weights. -Don't be afraid to play with different angles. The sets aren't (honestly) huge, but you can move your camera to a 90-degree angle or get some close-ups. Try leaning your cell up against the base of the tripod to get a "looking up" angle too. -Don't forget about video either. While the Bluetooth remote they provide acts kinda funky about video, it does appear to stop it; you just need to start it with your finger. So that gives you a lot of freedom - especially with the trampoline. -The in-set props can really add to the experience. Don't be afraid to play with them (and put them back where you found them) and/or clean them with the provided wipes. They can really add a lot to your shots. In short, I love the hell out of this place. After 8 years of vacations as a group of friends together, this is the first time we've had a ton of group shots with everyone in them; no one needed to hold the phone.

Selfie WRLD at Coastal Grande Mall in Myrtle Beach is a great place to go for cool and unique…read moreselfie and photo opportunities. I really like the location and concept of everything that they have available here. Good experience every time I have been here.