The Best Christmas Lightroom Presets for Festive, Warm Edits

Christmas photography has its own kind of beauty — glowing lights, cozy textures, and nostalgic memories. Yet holiday lighting can be one of the hardest to edit. Warm indoor bulbs, dark winter nights, and cool outdoor tones often clash, leaving photos looking dull or uneven.

That’s where Christmas Lightroom presets make all the difference. With one click, your photos can transform into glowing, professional-quality edits that capture the warmth and joy of the season. Whether you’re photographing your family, holiday décor, or snowy evenings, these are the best Christmas Lightroom presets for festive, warm edits.

Why You Need Christmas Lightroom Presets

Holiday lighting is complex — soft, colorful, and often low in contrast. The right preset instantly balances tones, enhances color, and keeps your images cohesive.

Christmas Lightroom presets help you:

Soften harsh yellow or orange lighting
Bring back natural skin tones
Add gentle warmth and glow
Deepen rich reds, greens, and golds
Create a polished, professional look for your gallery

These collections are available for Lightroom Mobile and Desktop, making professional-quality holiday editing accessible anywhere.

The 10 Best Christmas Lightroom Presets by Lou & Marks

1. Cozy Holiday Presets

Tone: Bright, classic, and timeless.
Cozy Holiday enhances vibrant greens and reds with clean whites and balanced contrast. It’s ideal for family portraits, decorated trees, and cozy indoor photography.

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2. Cran-Merry Presets

Tone: Deep, rich, and moody.
Cran-Merry brings depth to holiday colors with a cinematic touch. Perfect for candlelit dinners, dark wood interiors, and evening gatherings.

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3. Holiday Lights Presets

Tone: Soft, dreamy, and glowing.
Holiday Lights adds sparkle and clarity to your light-filled photos. It’s perfect for twinkling bokeh, nighttime décor, and softly lit Christmas trees.

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4. Cozy Glow Presets

Tone: Warm, golden, and softly radiant.
Cozy Glow turns low-light photos into beautifully illuminated scenes. Great for fireside moments, cozy nights, or Christmas Eve photos.

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5. Mulled Wine Presets

Tone: Elegant, rich, and dramatic.
Mulled Wine enhances deep burgundy tones, adds contrast, and smooths highlights for a luxurious, film-like finish.

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6. Warm Eggnog Presets

Tone: Creamy, vintage, and soft.
Warm Eggnog introduces faded warmth and earthy undertones that bring nostalgic charm to indoor photography and holiday details.

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7. Hot Cocoa Presets

Tone: Deep, chocolate warmth with moody contrast.
Hot Cocoa is perfect for low-light photography, cozy corners, and baking scenes. It enhances texture while maintaining soft highlights.

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8. Warm & Cozy Presets

Tone: Balanced, natural, and inviting.
Warm & Cozy keeps tones rich but true to life, adding just the right amount of warmth for natural, beautiful Christmas portraits.

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9. Holiday Magic Presets

Tone: Bold, cinematic, and full of emotion.
Holiday Magic transforms your photos with glowing reds and golden warmth. Ideal for rich, storytelling photography and professional holiday sessions.

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10. Christmas Bundle

Tone: Versatile and complete.
The Christmas Bundle includes Eggnog, Evergreen, Farmhouse, Gingerbread, Hot Cocoa, Salted Caramel, Snowflake, Sugar & Spice, Vibrant Christmas, and Winter Mint. It’s your full toolkit for everything from bright holiday mornings to moody, candlelit evenings.

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All Access Bundle

The All Access Bundle includes all Christmas, Holiday, and Winter collections from Lou & Marks. A complete editing library for every season and style. Perfect for creators, photographers, and business owners who want unlimited flexibility.

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Lightroom Presets for Christmas Photos

Christmas photography often mixes warm lights with cool shadows, and these presets handle it beautifully.

Cozy Glow and Holiday Lights are ideal for dark, low-light scenes.
Cran-Merry and Mulled Wine add richness and cinematic depth.
Warm Eggnog and Hot Cocoa bring soft vintage warmth.
Cozy Holiday delivers timeless contrast and festive color.

Use one or two presets consistently to maintain a cohesive, professional holiday look.

Tips for Editing Christmas Photos

Lower highlights slightly to keep tree lights natural and soft.
Increase temperature for a gentle golden tone.
Adjust red luminance to maintain realistic skin color.
Add a small amount of grain for a nostalgic film feel.
Keep consistent tones across your gallery for a polished aesthetic.

The Takeaway

The best Christmas Lightroom presets help you turn ordinary photos into warm, glowing memories that feel timeless. Whether you’re editing for your brand, social media, or personal keepsakes, these collections bring holiday light and emotion into every image.

Frequently Asked Questions About Christmas Lightroom Presets

1. What are Christmas Lightroom Presets?

Christmas Lightroom presets are one-click editing tools designed to enhance your holiday photos with rich color, glowing light, and cozy warmth. They automatically adjust exposure, tone, and color to give your images a festive, professional finish without manual editing.

2. Can I use these presets on the free Lightroom Mobile app?

Yes. All Lou & Marks Christmas Lightroom presets work perfectly with the free Lightroom Mobile app on both iPhone and Android. They’re quick to install and beginner-friendly — no desktop subscription required.

3. Which preset is best for indoor Christmas tree photos?

For photos taken around the Christmas tree or in low light, try Cozy Holiday, Cozy Glow, or Holiday Lights. These brighten dark images, balance warm bulbs, and add a soft golden glow without losing detail or color.

4. Which preset works best for outdoor or snowy holiday photos?

For outdoor Christmas photos with natural light or snow, Cozy Holiday and Cran-Merry are great choices. They enhance whites, greens, and reds while keeping skin tones warm and natural in cool light.

5. Can I adjust the presets after applying them?

Yes. Every Lou & Marks preset is fully adjustable. You can tweak exposure, warmth, or contrast and use the Preset Opacity Slider to change the strength of the effect for the perfect balance.

6. Are there free Christmas Lightroom presets available?

Yes, we occasionally offer free Lightroom presets so you can try our editing style before buying. Visit our Free Presets page or sign up for our newsletter to get seasonal freebies and early releases.

7. How do I install Christmas Lightroom presets?

Once you download your presets, you’ll receive step-by-step installation instructions for Lightroom Mobile and Desktop. Installation takes just a few minutes, and you can start editing right away.

8. What’s included in the Christmas Bundle?

The Christmas Bundle includes ten collections — Eggnog, Evergreen, Farmhouse, Gingerbread, Hot Cocoa, Salted Caramel, Snowflake, Sugar & Spice, Vibrant Christmas, and Winter Mint. It’s a complete set of festive tones for every holiday lighting situation.

9. Can I use these presets on photos from my phone?

Yes. All Lou & Marks presets are compatible with mobile photos, DSLR images, and mirrorless cameras. Whether you shoot on your phone or camera, you’ll get consistent, professional-looking edits every time.

10. Do the presets work for professional photographers too?

Absolutely. Many professional photographers use Lou & Marks presets to maintain a consistent editing style across holiday sessions. They save time, simplify workflow, and produce high-quality results suitable for both personal and client work.