Capturing the Soulful R&B Aesthetic in Art & Fashion

If you’re a fan of R&B music, you already know that it’s all about soulful, heartfelt lyrics that make us feel all the feels. B

ut how can you capture this same vibe in your photography, fashion and makeup?

Here’s a guide on how to create an R&B aesthetic for every occasion.

R&b in Photography

Not everbody gets to ever post an r&b vibe photo on their Instagram.

The key to capturing the mood of R&B in your photos is to be creative and show off your personality. Whether you’re taking a selfie or shooting with a professional photographer, don’t be afraid to get creative.

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Experiment with different lighting, angles and props to create unique images that evoke the same soulful vibes of your favorite R&B songs.

Get inspired by the colors and textures of nature and use them as a backdrop for your photos. Think lush greenery or sparkling cityscapes.

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Fashion & Makeup

When crafting your look into an R&B aesthetic, think simple yet stylish pieces with subtle pops of color and texture.

Choose classic silhouettes like sleek rib dresses or crop tops with leather or baggy pants, but don’t be afraid to add some bold accessories like statement earrings or colorful scarves.

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Princess Polly crop top & leather pants

Princess Polly: Leonara black crop top

Princess Polly: Koslo plus size bolero top

When it comes to makeup, go for natural glam looks with glowing skin and soft smoky eyeshadows. The skin glow is really the main thing for the soulful mood, there’s not a lot of room for matte makeup in r&b aesthetics.

To get that signature “R&B glow up” finish off your look with highlighter on the cheekbones and cupid’s bow for extra sparkle!

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Creating an R&B aesthetic in your photography, fashion and makeup can be fun and easy! Don’t be afraid to experiment with different colors, textures and lighting techniques when shooting photos so you can capture the soulful vibes of R&B music in your pictures.

When it comes to fashion & makeup keep things simple yet stylish with classic silhouettes paired with bold accessories & natural glam looks using glowing skin & soft smoky eyeshadows - this will help achieve that signature “R&B glow up”!

With these tips you’ll be able to create an amazing R&B aesthetic look!