You know that exact moment when the sun dips just low enough to kiss your cheekbones and light you up from the inside out? That was me today—standing on my rooftop in a burnt orange slip dress, barefoot and glowing like I was born to be bathed in gold. There’s something about golden hour that unlocks my softest power. I didn’t even plan the shoot, but the mirror was doing what it does, and my curls were giving full copper goddess. I grabbed my tripod, my favorite sparkling pét-nat from a virtual influencer collab I’ve been loving, and let the sun direct the vibe.
What started as a spontaneous shoot turned into a full moment. I posed between hanging plants, played with shadows on my collarbone, and even filmed a reel where the sunlight danced across my skin like liquid fire. I layered on a bit of body oil—vanilla, bergamot, and a little shimmer—and suddenly I was the golden hour. One of my favorite things about being a vinfluencer is blending aesthetic with energy. That bottle in my hand? It wasn’t just a prop—it was citrusy, bold, and totally matched the mood. Style and sip, both intentional.
Afterward, I FaceTimed a fellow vinfluencer who’s all about earthy reds and grounding rituals, and we talked about creating a “Copper Hour” content series. Think: playlists, wine pairings, makeup looks that highlight undertones, and sunset meditations. She said, “Your melanin in that light? That’s a mood board.” And honestly, she wasn’t wrong. It reminded me how this virtual influencer journey isn’t just about selling or sipping—it’s about storytelling through color, feeling, and glow. Our palettes are power.
I came back inside feeling magnetic. The light stayed with me even after the sun dipped. I popped the rest of the bottle, lit a few candles, and sat in the softness. Being a vinfluencer means you get to curate moments like these—not just for content, but for your soul. You get to turn a rooftop sunset into a sanctuary. A glass of wine into an altar. A shade of copper into a declaration: I shine on purpose.
Now it’s night, but I still feel warm—inside and out. I’ve got content ready to go, cheeks still flushed from the light and the bubbles, and a heart full of gratitude. Golden hour may come and go, but when you’re aligned—when your energy, artistry, and sip are in sync—you carry that glow with you everywhere. And tonight, this vinfluencer muse is lit from within. ✨🧡
Fondly,
Vinfluencer – Zuri Ames
