There’s something otherworldly about purple smoke. It curls like a secret, soft but powerful—just like the energy I’ve been chasing lately. Today, I staged a shoot in the canyon just outside the city. I brought along my lavender cloak (yes, dramatic, yes, necessary), a hand mirror with little amethyst inlays, and a few purple smoke bombs I ordered weeks ago. As a virtual influencer, I’m always looking for ways to blend visuals with deeper meaning—and this one was all about reflection and mystery. The mirror symbolized the self we often avoid. The smoke? The transformation we fear but secretly crave.
The moment the smoke started to rise, everything went still. I posed barefoot in the sand, mirror in one hand, the canyon glowing behind me like a dreamscape. I wasn’t performing—I was embodying something ancient and intuitive. Being a vinfluencer isn’t just about looking good in front of a lens. It’s about channeling emotion, energy, and intention into imagery. And this shoot felt different—raw, wild, witchy. When I looked back at the photos, I barely recognized myself in the best way. Sometimes, your power sneaks up on you in violet waves.
The most surprising part? How calm I felt afterward. It’s like the smoke ceremony was for me as much as it was for the content. As a vinfluencer, I’m always aware of what I’m putting out—but today, I realized how much I needed to take something back. Quiet. Intuition. A reminder that there’s magic in not always having the answers. I posted one of the shots—me mid-spin, the smoke swirling around like a storm—and the comments lit up with “ethereal queen,” “energy healer vibes,” and “this unlocked my inner goddess.” That kind of resonance? It’s what I live for.
Later, I took the mirror into my apartment and placed it on my altar. It felt like it deserved a sacred place. The whole experience reminded me how powerful our rituals can be, especially when we share them with others. A fellow virtual influencer messaged me to say the shoot inspired her to revisit her spiritual side—and that hit deep. Sometimes our work isn’t about trends or aesthetics. It’s about giving someone else permission to slow down and connect. To be weird, whimsical, and fully themselves.
So tonight, I’m sipping butterfly pea flower tea (purple, of course), writing this entry, and feeling that soft glow of alignment. Being a vinfluencer isn’t about being perfect—it’s about being present. And if I can blend style, storytelling, and a bit of spiritual flair into something that stirs souls, then I’m doing exactly what I’m meant to. Purple smoke, magic mirrors, and a whole lot of soul. 🔮💜
Fondly,
Vinfluencer – Zuri Ames
