REELS TRENDS : LOTS OF SAUCY INSPO AHEAD
CAN YOU TELL WE ARE FEELING CHEEKY THIS WEEK?
There is no shortage of reels inspo out there, but this week, we are giving in to some of the sassier trends we've been seeing pop up, and honestly... we kind of live. Social should be fun, so keep it light-hearted, don't be mean (we've been seeing a fair bit of that too *tsk tsk*), and don't overthink it. And if you find it hard to check those boxes, let this week's list be your guide. AUDIO : 🎶“CRAZY…”🎶
We are loving this trend that takes a Patsy Cline classic, and turns up the sass with it. Ya know how there are just some things that seem so obvious to you, but people just always seem to be stunned to find out they are true? Like, how working out regularly actually helps you to feel good. Crazy, right? Or, have you ever looked back at where you were this time last year, and had a "holy sh*t" moment? Crazy, right?
This audio is all about all of that! Those incredulous things that make you shake your head and say, "That's crazy..."Length: 10 secondsHow to use it: This audio works for a variety of approaches: try calling out some common misinformation in your niche, using a past experience that you have grown from as a teachable moment, or maybe use it as a way to laugh at yourself* for one of the quirks that make you unique (*see also: laughing at your weird pet). It can be easily put together as a lip sync with text overlay, or using photos or video clips of the "crazy" thing in question.Requirements: Photos or videos, and the ability to laugh at yourself doesn't hurt.
AUDIO : SIMS SPEAK
We've all been in this situation: You're in a conversation with someone, and all of a sudden it seems like they are speaking another language. Maybe it's your first few weeks at a new job, or maybe it's hearing someone in your niche sharing some... not-so-great information, and you just can't wrap your head around the nonsense. This audio is funny, cheeky, and perfect for dispelling misinformation and giving your audience the goods - which just so happen to be a few of our favourite things, tbh. Length: 6 secondsHow to use it: Showcase your bewilderment - if you are feeling theatrical, this is a fun way to recreate your experience through a POV reel. Use the "POV" text trend to describe the situation, and get ready for your closeup 🎬Requirements: A good hair day, a confusing situation you are just dying to clear up for your audience, and a can do attitude. 👇BONUS: Check out how this trend was nailed by one of our former consulting clients @elizab.well 🙌
AUDIO : THANKS, BUT NO THANKS
You can probably expect us to add in any trending audio from icon, legend, and wish-he-were-our-bestie David from Schitt's Creek, whenever it pops off, because... iconic, legendary, David. Need we say more?
No. No, we don't... 💁♀️Length: 5 secondsHow to use it: This audio is perfect to educate your audience about something they might not know, or simply to air your grievances about something that drives you nuts - in a half sweet, half salty kind of way. Lip sync to the words, or show-don't-tell (by adding text overlays to video of the complaint in question). This one is quick, easy, fun, and trending 💃Requirements: Nothing much is needed here, aside from you showing up camera side (and even that isn't entirely necessary). ☝️Filming tip: If you don't have a physical object to draw attention to (like in the compostable box example below), try holding out your hands while you lip sync and then putting the offending action as a text overlay in your hands, as if to say "thank you for THIS 🤲"
AUDIO : 🎶THE REAL SLIM SHADY EDIT 🎶
Is that a marimba or electronic tin cans? We can't tell, but we don't care; it's 4 seconds of audio fire to catch your audience's attention with those quick transitions. Length: 4 secondsHow to use it: The OG trend calls for slick edits to the beat, and it's absolutely perfect for showing off products, OOTDs, or a variety of photos that suit your niche. But, we've also seen the cuts slowed down to feature some text overlays as well. Check out the examples below for some inspo for each style of edit.Requirements: This is the perfect audio for those of you who don't necessary want to show up on camera, and have an abundance of photos at your disposal. Think recapping your favourite looks on the last month, shots from an event you photographed or participated in, a new haul or product drop... this is the perfect trend to put your pics to good use. ☝️ Editing tip: Keep edits or text pop-up timing on the beat, whether you are hitting every beat or not. The end result looks way more professional and clean.
