Gallery: 12 Couples Strike Poses at Detroit's Instagram-Ready Holiday Backdrops

Chris and Jocelyn Cook stage a playful scene this weekend. (Instagram photos)

I don't want a lot for Christmas
There is just one thing I need . . .

In the air there's a feeling of Christmas and romance among more than a few shoppers, skaters, strollers and sightseers flocking to Campus Martius and Cadillac Square in downtown Detroit.

Rico Razo and companion. He's deputy director of the city's Bridging Neighborhoods Program.

The 60-foot decorated tree, the colorfully lit ice rink, the pine-decked winter market tents all beckon as photo opportunities -- particularly for lovebirds who may say, sing or think:

Baby, all I want for Christmas is you

Aww-worthy scenes of comfort and joy are posted on Instagram, showing the festive mood of a sparkling, charming city center. We share 10 more warm moments below from the past week as a way of making spirits bright for you too.

This gallery, now a three-year-old feature, will be followed by at least one more in coming weeks – so we welcome readers’ shots. Share your pose via Facebook, Twitter or email with each person’s name (just the first is OK, if preferred) and city.

Fox 2 reporter anchor Roop Raj and Julie Booksh, a counselor and public speaker who is his wife, came downtown recently with her visiting parents.

Jonathan R. Holloway, an automotive communications executive, and Rose Angela.

James E. Coleman, left, and Tim Pilon of St. Clair Shores. "Love is love," their Instagram caption says.

Realty broker Bethany A. Reyes and a close companion at the "Cadillac Lodge" holiday season pop-up in Cadillac Square.

Kelsey and Ken O'Bryan, parents of two young daughters, enjoy couple time. She's a patient service representative at the University of Michigan Medical Center and he's a rehabilitation therapist.