Quick answer: The best Lightroom preset depends on what you shoot. For portraits, pick a clean teal-and-orange or a soft film grade. For travel, warm golden tones. For a cinematic look, film halation. Below is a simple guide that matches each CHROMA pack to the photos and video it was built for — every pack includes a Lightroom preset and a matching LUT.
CHROMA packs at a glance
| Pack | Best for | Formats | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| COLD START | Portraits, travel — teal & orange | .xmp · .dng · .cube | $9 |
| HAVANA | Street, golden hour | .xmp · .dng · .cube | $9 |
| SANDSTORM | Cinematic / film halation | .xmp · .dng · .cube | $9 |
| NEON MILE | Night, neon, low light | .xmp · .dng · .cube | $9 |
| ASPHALT | Everyday / pocket grade | .xmp · .dng · .cube | $9 |
| DAKAR | Adventure, warm Kodak tones | .xmp · .dng · .cube | $9 |
| Bundle (6) | Full kit — all looks | all formats ×6 | $35 |
Best presets for portraits
Portraits need flattering, natural skin. A teal-and-orange grade separates the subject from the background while keeping skin warm, and a subtle film look softens the overall feel.
- NORDIC TEAL (CHR-01) — clean teal-and-orange that makes skin pop against cooler backgrounds.
- POCKET GRADE (CHR-05) — a light, everyday grade that flatters skin without heavy color shifts.
Best presets for travel and street photography
Travel and street shots come alive with warmth — golden-hour light, warm walls, sunlit streets.
- AMBER STREET (CHR-02) — warm street and golden-hour tones with rich contrast.
- DESERT KODAK (CHR-06) — classic Kodak-style warmth for sunny, earthy scenes.
Best presets for a cinematic / film look
For a movie-like feel, you want film halation (a soft glow around highlights) and a graded, contrasty palette.
- CINE HALATION (CHR-03) — film halation and soft highlight glow for a true cinematic grade.
- NIGHT MARKET (CHR-04) — moody night and low-light scenes with neon-friendly color.
How to choose the right preset pack
- Start with your subject. People → portrait grades; places → travel/warm grades; video/reels → cinematic.
- Match your light. Warm daylight suits amber tones; overcast or night suits cooler, moodier grades.
- Think consistency. If you post photos and video, pick packs with a matching LUT so your feed looks unified.
- Not sure? The CHROMA bundle includes all six packs (presets + LUTs) — you get a look for every situation at the best price.
Presets vs LUTs — which do you need?
If you edit photos, you’ll use the .xmp preset in Lightroom. If you also edit video, you’ll use the matching .cube LUT in Premiere or DaVinci. Every CHROMA pack includes both. See our LUT vs preset guide and how to install them.
Frequently asked questions
Which Lightroom preset is best for portraits?
A clean teal-and-orange grade like NORDIC TEAL keeps skin warm while separating the subject from the background. For a lighter, natural finish, a subtle everyday grade like POCKET GRADE works well.
What preset is best for travel photos?
Warm, golden-tone presets such as AMBER STREET or DESERT KODAK suit sunlit streets, landscapes and golden-hour light.
Do these presets work for video too?
Yes. Every CHROMA pack ships with a matching .cube LUT, so you can apply the same grade to video in Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve or Final Cut.
Is it cheaper to buy the bundle?
Yes — the CHROMA bundle includes all six preset + LUT packs at a lower total price than buying them individually.
