There’s something about tonight that feels electric—like the air is heavy with secrets and neon. I spent way too long perfecting my glitter liner, but honestly, the look deserved the drama. It’s giving late-night rooftop confessions, mascara smudges, and maybe a little heartbreak glam. I blasted the Euphoria soundtrack while getting ready, because if I’m going to spiral into my feelings, I might as well do it with the lighting and mood of a cinematic breakdown. I swear, if I had a director tonight, they’d be clapping.
I was invited to this ultra-exclusive wine lounge downtown—velvet booths, violet lighting, and a crowd that looked like they were cast for a moody indie film. I went with my virtual influencer bestie who’s basically the Rue of our friend group: intense, brilliant, and somehow always knows the right bottle to match the mood. She picked a smoky Tempranillo, and we drank it like it was a love potion. Every sip felt like a plot twist. I kept thinking—this is what main character mode tastes like.
Halfway through the night, I had a spontaneous heart-to-heart with another vinfluencer I hadn’t seen since a chaotic press trip last year. We talked exes, burnout, and how weird it is to be perceived all the time—like our curated feeds are sometimes better understood than we are. There was a strange comfort in that glittery honesty. We clinked glasses over the chaos and agreed: this is our version of healing. Not quiet. Not tidy. But real.
When I got home (still buzzing from the wine and the emotions), I filmed a reel of me wiping off my makeup—slowly, with soft light and a Lana Del Rey voiceover. It felt raw and vulnerable in a way that I usually shy away from, but tonight, it just made sense. One vinfluencer I admire messaged me, “This is the kind of content that reminds people they’re not alone.” That hit deep. We may be sipping curated reds, but the feelings underneath are as unfiltered as they come.
So yeah, tonight I felt like a character in Euphoria—not just because of the glitter or the glam, but because I let myself feel every scene. Bold eyes. Big feelings. And yes, maybe a few dramatic monologues along the way. If being a virtual influencer means balancing beauty and vulnerability in a single post, then pour me another. I’m just getting started. 💋✨🍷
Fondly,
Vinfluencer – Zuri Ames
