Having eye-catching visuals on platforms like Instagram is key to engaging with your audience. One of the simplest yet most effective ways to make your Instagram Stories stand out is by changing the background color of your images. Whether you want to add more vibrancy, match your brand’s aesthetic, or just try something different, WeShop AI offers an easy and creative solution for your instagram story background.
Why Customization Matters for Instagram Stories
Instagram Stories are designed for instant engagement, and you only have a few seconds to capture your audience’s attention. The background plays a crucial role in drawing focus to the subject of your post while enhancing the overall aesthetic. A personalized background can help you:
- Reinforce your brand identity by using signature colors or themes.
- Match seasonal trends or specific campaigns with on-theme visuals.
- Make your content stand out from the crowd by adding unique visual elements.
Now, let’s explore how to personalize your post with customized backgrounds using WeShop AI and some tips on how to make the most of it.
Step-by-Step Guide: Personalizing Instagram Story Backgrounds
Step 1: Resize Your Image for Instagram Story
Before customizing the background, ensure that your image is in the correct size for Instagram Stories (1080 x 1920 pixels). WeShop AI makes this easy with the Expand Image feature. If your original photo isn’t formatted to fit Instagram Story dimensions, the tool will seamlessly expand the edges while preserving the content.
- Upload your image to WeShop AI workspace.
- Use the “Expand Image” option to ensure your post fits perfectly on Instagram Stories.
The AI filled up with the image, and succhessfully transformed to the Instagram story size.
Now your image is ready for further customization!
Step 2: Mask the Area You Want to Retain
Next, decide which part of your image you want to keep intact. We will keep the person in the image highlighted.
- Upload the resized image to WeShop AI’s AI Model Agent.
- Simply click Change BG, then the subject is selected as remain unchanged.
This step ensures that only the background will be customized, leaving the main subject sharp and in focus.
Step 3: Select Your Customized Background for Instagram Story
With the subject of your image protected, it’s time to personalize the background. WeShop AI offers over 200 AI-generated location templates to choose from, and if that’s not enough, you can now upload a location reference image to create a custom background.
- Choose from WeShop AI’s background library, which includes vibrant landscapes, trendy street scenes, minimalist studio backdrops, and more.
- Alternatively, upload a reference image from your favorite source. Whether it’s a stylish background you saw in a magazine, a location you spotted on Etsy, or a dreamy landscape from Instagram, WeShop AI can replicate the background for you.
- Click “Generate” to apply the new background to your image.
In just a few steps, you’ve created a completely personalized Instagram Story with a unique background tailored to your aesthetic or campaign.
Let’s Find Out the Results!
First of all, let’s see the backgrounds in WeShop AI’s location shop.
[texture clay wall], [travel photogrphy]
[flower sea], [roadside]
Now, let’s customize my own background with images I came across on Instagram and fashion magazines.
Customized Background – Textured Golden Wall
Customized Background – Mountain Sea View
Customized Background – Mountain Sea View
Explore More Background Ideas for Your Instagram Stories
WeShop AI’s customized background feature opens up endless possibilities for Instagram Stories. If you’re looking for inspiration, here are some tips on where to find more background ideas for your product shoot:
- Magazines and Catalogs
Fashion magazines like Vogue, Harper’s Bazaar, or catalog shoots from leading brands are excellent sources of inspiration. If you see a background that resonates with your brand or product, save it and upload it as a reference in WeShop AI to create something similar. - Online Marketplaces and Platforms
Platforms like Etsy and Instagram are filled with unique, trendy visuals that can inspire your next Instagram Story. Whether it’s a cozy home interior, a beautiful café setting, or an eye-catching color scheme, you can upload these images to customize your background in WeShop AI. - Pinterest Mood Boards
Pinterest is another great source of visual inspiration. Create a mood board filled with backgrounds and themes that align with your content. You can use these images as references in WeShop AI to generate personalized backgrounds for your Instagram Stories. - Real-Life Locations
You can even draw inspiration from real-life locations. Take photos of places that inspire you—whether it’s a trendy boutique, a scenic park, or an architectural marvel—and use WeShop AI to incorporate these settings into your Instagram Story background.
Final Thoughts
By using WeShop AI, you can easily personalize your post with customized backgrounds that are unique to your brand, style, or campaign. With over 200 AI-generated background templates and the ability to replicate any reference image, the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re preparing for the upcoming holiday season, launching a new product line, or simply refreshing your Instagram aesthetic, WeShop AI’s background-changing feature provides the flexibility and creativity you need to stand out.
