How To Take An ~*Aesthetic*~ Golden Hour Selfie, As Seen On Gen Z Celebrities

Among the many photo trends that swept the internet these past few years, one that has remained timeless is the golden hour selfie. As its name suggests, a golden hour photo should be taken during golden hour, a.k.a. that period of time when natural light becomes soft and warm just before a sunset or right after a sunrise. The quintessential golden hour picture evokes a luminous, dreamy vibe thanks to the warm orange glow that the sun casts. TL;DR: It’s the shot to go for if you want your skin to look radiant and glowy in the most natural way possible. 

Want to give it a try? We’ve compiled a few golden hour photo pegs for your easy reference below, courtesy of your favorite Gen Z trendsetters. Keep scrolling to find out how you can pull off the trend like them! 

Aesthetic Golden Hour Photo Pegs from Gen Z Celebrities 

1. Andrea Brillantes

   On your next vacay, don’t forget to take a snap of your bare face after an afternoon swim. Who needs highlighter when you have good lighting? 

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2. Belle Mariano

   For a double tap-worthy snap, sit near a big window and gaze softly at the camera. So aesthetic! 

   

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3. Francine Diaz

   Find the window that receives the most light at home (it’s probably a south-facing one!) and take a selfie beside it. As Francine Diaz demonstrates, the result is an effortless portrait that’s guaranteed to elevate your grid. 

   

4. Gabbi Garcia 

   To highlight your complexion further, push your hair back and close your eyes. A must-try for morena girls like Gabbi Garcia! 

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5. Sam Cruz 

   Flaunt your beach OOTD by posing in front of an upcoming sunset. Sam Cruz makes it a point to look at the camera over her shoulder for that candid effect. 

   

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6. Kyline Alcantara 

   What better time to debut your newest arm candy than during golden hour? The warm light will make the colors of your outfit pop even more.

   

7. Angelina Cruz

   Make the most out of golden light by playing around with the shadows it creates. In this photo, for example, only half of Angelina Cruz’s face is illuminated to add visual interest.

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