Style bible Vogue pens a modern girl's guide to social media etiquette, from selfie overload to 'flaunting your goods' (so how many are YOU guilty of?)

Vogue etiquette guide offers hints and tips on how best to use social media
Don't take out your phone at dinner and leave being 'funny' to professionals
Devise your own personal guidelines - and don't share posts that fall short

Published: 13:20 GMT, 27 January 2017 | Updated: 14:04 GMT, 27 January 2017

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From the day's first cup of coffee to the last bathroom mirror selfie, loved ones and strangers alike can offer up minute-by-minute updates on social media.

And while some are more guilty of over-sharing than others, even those who think themselves restrained are sure to benefit from this ultra-modern etiquette guide.

Penned by Elisabeth von Thurn und Taxis for Vogue, 'The Modern Woman's Guide to the Art of Self-Promotion' offers hints and tips on how to keep your most adoring followers happy - without boring everyone else to tears.

Etiquette: A new guide published by Vogue offers advice on how to best use social media

Whether it be Twitter, Facebook or Instagram, the first step to posting is remembering when and where it is appropriate, Elisabeth says.

She advises having different rules for public and private events, and suggests keeping photo-taking to a minimum if invited to someone else's home.

After deciding to take the photo, you must then think about why you want to share it. Establish a set of personal guidelines and don't upload anything that falls short.

After all, some of the most brilliant social media stars are those who keep their followers wanting more. Just think: What would Beyoncé do?

Even if a photo or post does meet your stringent standards, it is important to think-twice before hitting the 'share' button, writes Elisabeth. And it is best to leave 'funny' posts to the professionals.

'Even with the best intentions, tongue-in-cheek can be misinterpreted,' she warns.

Think twice: Phones should not be taken out in certain situations, including small dinner parties and private gatherings. Each post should also meet a personal set of guidelines

It is also a good idea to consider present company before whipping out your phone.

Practising your pout or flicking through your filters is unlikely to endear you to fellow dinner party or wedding guests.

Finally, it is important to stay safe when crafting the perfect social media post - no matter how glamorous or dramatic the result.

Looking #blessed is not worth putting yourself in harm's way.