How to Create Aesthetic Videos on CapCut
Let's get one thing straight — aesthetic videos rule the algorithm.
They're soothing, beautiful, and highly shareable. Whether it's a slow café vlog, dreamy travel reel, or an artsy day-in-my-life, "aesthetic" content = engagement magnet.
And guess what?
You don't need expensive software or a MacBook to create them.
CapCut — yes, the free mobile app — has everything you need to create jaw-dropping aesthetic edits right from your phone.
In this guide, I'll walk you through exactly how to create aesthetic videos on CapCut, step-by-step, even if you've never edited before.
🎯 What Makes a Video "Aesthetic"?
Before we jump in, here's what "aesthetic" really means in 2025:
✅ Calm or nostalgic vibe
✅ Soft filters or warm tones
✅ Minimal movement
✅ Matching music
✅ Smooth transitions
✅ Ambient text overlays
It's a feeling — and with CapCut, you can create that mood in minutes.
📱 Tools You Need:
CapCut app (iOS or Android)
Footage (can be phone-shot vlogs, product clips, daily life)
Calm or emotional audio track
15 minutes max
💡 Step-by-Step: How to Create Aesthetic Videos on CapCut
🧵 Step 1: Select Your Footage Thoughtfully
Open CapCut → New Project → Import your clips.
Tips:
Choose clips with natural light
Focus on small details (e.g., coffee pour, window light, hands writing)
Use clips that tell a mood, not a story
🎨 Step 2: Apply a Soft Filter
Once your clips are in:
Tap a clip → Tap Filters
Navigate to "Retro," "Nature," or "Portrait"
Try:
Retro > Warm
Nature > Fog
Portrait > Cocoa
💡 Pro Tip: Reduce filter intensity to 40–60% for a more natural look.
🎶 Step 3: Add an Aesthetic Soundtrack
Go to Audio → Sounds → Search
Look for:
"Lofi"
"Dreamy"
"Soft piano"
"Rainy cafe"
Or import audio from your favorite aesthetic creator (CapCut lets you extract audio from other videos).
🎧 Matching vibe = emotional connection
✨ Step 4: Slow It Down (Literally)
Tap on your clips → Speed → Normal → 0.5x – 0.8x
Slow motion adds a dreamy, floaty effect — perfect for aesthetic vibes.
Also:
Stabilize if your clip is shaky
Use reverse if you want a more ethereal mood
🎬 Step 5: Add Minimal Transitions
Tap the white box between clips → Choose:
Fade
Slide
Zoom Circle
Pull Out
Set duration: 0.5s to 0.8s
We want smooth, soft transitions — not flashy ones.
🖋 Step 6: Use Elegant Text & Fonts
Tap Text → Add Text
What to add:
A quote
Date & time (e.g., "April, 6:32 PM")
A short mood word (e.g., "stillness," "sunset glow")
Use Fonts like:
Serif
Script
Typewriter
Make it small. Place in corners. Use white or cream text with low opacity.
🌫 Step 7: Add a Blur or Overlay (Optional)
Go to Overlay → Stock Videos → Select White/Black Canvas
Set to full screen
→ Opacity: 10–20%
→ Use Blend Mode: Soft or Overlay
It gives a dreamy, misty look — great for romantic or slow edits.
🔁 Bonus: Color Match Your Entire Video
Want next-level aesthetic?
Go to Adjust
Set your base tone:
Brightness: -10
Contrast: -15
Saturation: -20
Temperature: +5 (for warmth)
Tap "Apply to All" so every clip matches.
Color consistency = professional feel
🎥 Aesthetic Video Template Idea (You Can Copy)
Here's a format I use to generate thousands of views on Reels:
🎬 Clip 1: Shot of a morning window
🎬 Clip 2: Pouring coffee
🎬 Clip 3: Writing or reading book
🎬 Filter: Retro Warm
🎬 Music: Soft Lofi
🎬 Text Overlay: "slow mornings are my favorite" (white, serif, bottom-left)
🔥 Add fade transitions and you're done.
Post it. Watch the comments roll in.
📌 Final Tips from Neil:
✅ Don't over-edit — aesthetic means simple
✅ Use real moments — people connect with authenticity
✅ Post consistently — Reels + TikTok love this style
✅ Save your settings to reuse for future videos
"If it feels calm, warm, and real — it's aesthetic."
💬 Want My Free Aesthetic Click Here To Download CapCut Mode Preset?
Just ask, and I'll send you a downloadable preset for filters, transitions, and overlays — ready to use.
Creating stunning aesthetic videos has never been easier.
Start with CapCut. Start now.