This paper aims to show how the neologism "égoportrait" coined by the journalist Fabien Deglise perpetuates gender-based violence. In an attempt to translate the English word "selfie" into French, the journalist reinforces sexist stereotypes associated with the selfie. Subsequently, this paper tries to get a broader understanding of the selfie, which could be seen as an empowering and a healthy cultural practice. It then shows how the selfie is also used as a literary device, and analyzes the work of two contemporary poets that make use of the selfie in their work.