Written By Divya
Published By: Divya | Published: Sep 13, 2025, 09:45 PM (IST)
If you thought the AI figurine trend was wild, wait till you scroll through Instagram now. You must have seen several reels or posts on Instagram with vintage saree AI edits that look like posters pulled straight out of 90s Bollywood films. Thanks to Google’s Gemini Nano Banana tool and a little help from ChatGPT for prompts, everyone is turning their simple images into a retro diva look. Also Read: Instagram Reels Beat TV And YouTube to Become India’s Top Daily Video Platform
The vintage saree trend is mixing fashion nostalgia with cinematic drama. And there is not limit as you can turn your images into a chiffon yellow saree flowing in air wit a or a classic black sarees in grainy film frames, or polka dots glowing like they belong in a Raj Kapoor movie. Interesting, right? And yes, it works even better when you drop the right prompt. Also Read: After Praising iPhone Air, Sam Altman Says ChatGPT Should Replace Siri
Here’s a quick step-by-step to create the viral Instagram AI trend of the Vintage Saree look: Also Read: How ChatGPT Can Help You Build A Professional Resume In Minutes
First of all, log in to Gemini with your Google account. Or, if you are using ChatGPT, log in with your Google account in a similar manner.
If you are trying out this AI vintage saree makeover trend on your photo, then try out these prompts:
Black Saree Prompt: “Convert this person into a retro vintage grainy but bright image, black party-wear saree, 90s film aesthetic. She is standing against a solid, deep wall with dramatic shadows and contrast, creating a mysterious and artistic atmosphere. The environment feels windy and romanticised. Lighting is warm, with golden sunset tones evoking golden hour glow. The background is minimalist and slightly textured. Her expression is moody, calm, yet subtly happy and introspective.”
White Saree Prompt: “Create a 4K HD realistic portrait of a woman in a translucent white polka dot saree with blouse for the reference image. Keep the facial features and smile the same. Small pink flower tucked behind her ear, soft, serene expression, warm light from the right casting a cinematic profile shadow. Pure vintage diva energy.”
Q: Do you need to pay for this trend?
No, it’s free to use on Gemini Nano Banana as well as ChatGPT.
Q. Which one is better – Nano Banana or ChatGPT?
From our experience, Gemini Nano Banana has created better results for this trend.
Q: Can men try the trend too?
Of course! Just tweak the prompt to describe the vibe you want.