Lightroom Preset Soft And Dreamy 【2025-2026】

Instead of harsh, deep shadows, the blacks are often "faded" or "matte," creating a film-like quality.

The foundation of a dreamy edit is a low-contrast, bright appearance. : Increase slightly ( positive 0.20 positive 0.50 ) to create an "airy" feel. : Decrease ( negative 15 negative 30 ) to flatten the image and remove harsh digital edges. Highlights : Lower significantly ( negative 40 negative 60 ) to recover detail and soften bright areas. positive 30 positive 50 ) to brighten darker areas and reduce deep blacks. 2. The "Dreamy" Secret: The Presence Panel lightroom preset soft and dreamy

To achieve this look, focus on the following key adjustments: Instead of harsh, deep shadows, the blacks are

Raise these to brighten dark areas and remove heavy shadows. 2. The Faded Tone Curve To achieve a "matte" or film-like look, use the Point Curve Lift the Blacks: : Decrease ( negative 15 negative 30 )