Introduction

The soft, pastel look is perfect for those dreamy fairy tales. But if you don’t know how to do it in Lightroom, it can be tricky to achieve. I’ve compiled the best tips and tricks from my favorite Instagrammers and other pros to help you create a soft, pastel image every time!

Before you start editing, find the best photo.

The first step to softening a photo is to find a good one. This can be tricky, especially if you're just starting out with photography and don't know what makes a great photo. So before you start editing your images, take some time to choose the best ones possible by focusing on:

• Focus - Is the subject in focus? If not, use Lightroom's Spot Removal tool to fix it.

• Exposure - Are there any blown-out areas of white or crushed blacks? Use Lightroom’s adjustment brush or exposure slider under Basic Editing Tools in Develop mode to fix these issues.

• Lighting - Does the lighting seem harsh? Try using the adjustment brush and painting over areas of harsh light with darker tones from your exposure toolkit (this includes shadows).

Best dreamy soft pastel presets

With these soft, pastel presets, you can achieve a dreamy, fairy tale look every time! These presets are designed to make your images softer and more romantic, but doesn’t have time or expertise to create one themselves:

Aesthetics presets. The washed-out look that you’ve been dreaming of! Create an original vintage aesthetic with just one click. Soft tones & less contrast. Add a dreamy and nostalgic look to your photos.

Insta Mommy presets. Instagram presets for perfect family photos. Warm tones mixed with a bright and airy feeling. Soft tones and bright images. Save tons of time and take your images to the next level with a quick edit.

Pastel colors are neutral so they won't clash with bright colors in the photo.

Pastel colors are neutral, so they won't clash with bright colors in the photo. Pastel tones are easy to pair with other colors. For example, if you're using pastels on top of a red backdrop, you can easily add extra warmth by adding orange or yellow contrast. This makes your photo look more polished and finished looking without having an overwhelming effect from one dominant color that may overwhelm some viewers.

Pastel tones also create a light and airy feel for photos that makes it easier for viewers to concentrate on what's important about your image: the subject matter itself!

It's important to give your audience good photos so they can enjoy looking at them.

It's important to give your audience good photos so they can enjoy looking at them. A photo that's poorly lit, composed, or edited isn't going to be very exciting for viewers. You want your audience to enjoy looking at the work you've done, not be left with a bad taste in their mouths.

If you want people to see your images as art and not as an afterthought (or worse yet, a mistake), then I recommend learning how to do it right from the beginning!

Takeaway:​ Soft pastel presets are trendy because of how versatile they are.

If you're looking for a color that's versatile, neutral and fashionable all at once, take a look at soft pastel presets. Soft pastel presets are the perfect way to add a little life and vibrancy to your photos without going overboard. They can be used in almost any setting or scenario—from fashion and lifestyle photography to food!

Soft pastel presets are trendy because they're easy enough to use by anyone with even the most basic knowledge of Lightroom, but still give you an amazing result every time. With these presets as part of your toolkit, there really is no limit on what kind of pictures you can make!

Conclusion

With these soft, pastel presets, you can achieve a dreamy, fairy tale look every time! These presets are the perfect way to get started with Lightroom and learn how to edit your own photos. With just a few clicks of your mouse (or taps on your smartphone), you’ll have beautiful images that will stand out among all the others online.