Golden hour portraits with a cozy, intimate lifestyle vibe are trending heavily on Instagram right now.
Creators love this style because it feels natural, emotional, and very real, perfect for reels and profile posts.
The best part?
You can create this ultra-realistic viral AI image for free using Google Gemini, even if you are a beginner.
The Viral Prompt (Copy & Paste)
Using the uploaded photo as a reference, create a hyper-realistic photographic portrait of a young adult woman
Keep the face 100% identical to the reference image with no changes to facial features, skin tone, hair color, or identity.
Scene & Mood:
A cozy, intimate lifestyle portrait captured during golden hour. Warm sunlight enters from the side, softly illuminating her face with a golden glow. She is lying or gently reclined on a soft surface such as a sofa or bed, creating a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.
Pose & Expression:
She rests her face softly on one hand with the elbow bent. Her expression is calm, confident, and slightly smiling. Her gaze is directed straight at the camera, creating a natural and emotional connection.
Appearance:
Warm brown skin tone with realistic texture and natural sunlit glow. Hair is exactly the same as the reference image: dark brown, casually tied up on top with loose strands falling naturally around the face.
Makeup:
Minimal and natural makeup — glowing skin, soft concealer, subtle warm contour, neutral eyeshadow, natural lashes, organic defined brows, nude glossy hydrated lips.
Outfit & Accessories:
Beige/caramel knitted sweater with visible soft texture and cozy drape. Large gold hoop earrings reflecting warm golden light.
Background:
Softly blurred background with light neutral fabrics, creating a gentle bokeh effect that highlights the face.
Photography Style:
Ultra-realistic professional photography, 8K resolution, natural golden hour lighting, soft shadows, high dynamic range, sharp focus on the face, shallow depth of field, realistic skin texture, warm balanced colors, cinematic editorial lifestyle look.
Camera Details:
DSLR, 85mm lens, f/1.8 aperture.
Aspect Ratio:
Vertical 9:16 (Instagram Reel size).
Pose Variant 1 – Hand Under Chin (Soft Editorial)
She is gently reclined on a soft sofa or bed. One elbow is bent and resting on the surface, with her hand placed under her chin for support. Her head is slightly tilted toward the light. She wears a calm, confident expression with a small soft smile, looking directly into the camera.
Pose Variant 2 – Both Arms Folded, Head Resting (Cozy & Natural)
She is lying on her side in a relaxed position. Both arms are softly folded in front of her, and her head rests lightly on her forearm. Her body looks comfortable and intimate. She has a serene, confident expression with a subtle smile, eyes looking straight at the camera.
How to Customize This Prompt
You can easily personalize this prompt without breaking the realism:
- Change sweater color (beige → cream, soft brown, pastel).
- Adjust jewelry (small hoops, studs, no earrings).
- Modify pose slightly (hand closer to cheek, head angle).
- Change background fabric tone (white, linen, light grey).
Do not change facial features if you want a perfect match with your reference photo.
How to Create This Image Using Google Gemini
Follow these simple steps:
- Open Google Gemini.
- Upload your reference photo and paste the prompt above.
- Add this line at the end:
“Create an image in 9:16 ratio.” - Generate and download your image.
That’s it — your viral lifestyle AI portrait is ready.
Conclusion
This cozy golden hour lifestyle portrait is perfect for Instagram reels, profile photos, and aesthetic feeds.
It feels real, warm, emotional, and high-end, which is exactly why this style is trending right now.
Create your image using Google Gemini, post it on Instagram, and watch the engagement grow.
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