What’s Trending: October Edition
“In the space of just seven minutes in the casual daylight of Sunday morning, four suspects stole nine pieces of France’s crown jewels from the Louvre. They robbed not just the most visited museum in the world, but also the French people themselves,” says this article. If 7 minutes at the Louvre can stun all of France and make national news, then 30+ seconds on TikTok and Instagram Reels is enough to wow your audience. Participating in trends is a great way to steal people’s attention.
Bowe Digital will be your partner in crime! We share monthly updates on what’s trending in video and audio, so all you have to do is get behind the camera. If you need help getting started on TikTok, check out our TikTok ebook. We also offer Studio Days, where our team will join you for 4 or 6 hours of video recording at a great price.
You’re a Bird Video Trend
If you’re a bird, I’m a bird…or something like that. Sadly, this trend is the closest some people may get to having an office pet, and, warning, you may have to wear your biggest shirt to work to participate. Perch yourself on a co-worker’s arm like this example and whistle along to the tune. To create the illusion that you’re floating, follow this tutorial.
Seeing if We Have a Hidden Talent Video Trend
You’ve heard the saying ‘don’t quit your day job,’ right? Well, we’ll see about that! Get your office crew together, sing Stay With Me by Sam Smith, and let your followers decide if you’re destined for fame or just a really fun lunch break. We’ve seen everyone from nurses to finance bros showing off their “hidden talents” and getting tons of engagement with funny comments like “guy on the left has to work overtime” or “this isn’t horrible, but don’t quit.”
T-Pain You Do Audio Trend
Do I need to participate in this trend? You do. It’s a fun way to show off your personality while also spotlighting whatever products or services your business offers. Just pair your customer’s inner monologue with a perfectly timed ‘you do.’ If you’re a real estate agent, try something like, “Do I need to go to this open house?” and then lip-sync to T-Pain while showing off different parts of the property. If you’re a title agent, try, “Do I really need a title insurance policy?” and have people around the office lip-syncing, “you do.” This trend can work for every industry and product, including swanstrailfarms’ apple cider donuts.
Taylor Swift’s new album Life of a Showgirl dropped earlier this month, and it should come as no surprise that multiple songs have made their way to TikTok and Instagram Reels. “The Fate of Ophelia,” “Eldest Daughter,” “Opalite,” “Wood” and “Actually Romantic” are all trending. The line “stop talking dirty to me” from Actually Romantic has become a popular audio clip this month. You can use it to highlight a question customers, coworkers or partners ask that gets you excited. For example, “Can you tell me more about your product?” or “Do you want to go for coffee and a little treat?”
Quick Transition CapCut Template
If you’ve got extra b-roll lying around or can make time to film short video clips of your business, you could end up with a really cool and modern video like this one. This CapCut template uses fast transitions and transparent backgrounds to highlight your brand, and it’s perfect for TikTok and Instagram Reels.
This Is The Greatest Thing I’ve Ever Seen CapCut Template
The title of this one speaks for itself. Just pair this template with a photo of one of the greatest things you’ve ever seen. It could be happy customers, a glowing review, your team in holiday sweaters or anything else. Need help creating a CapCut? Check out this tutorial from our team.
Make your own AI Scream photo with Ghostface
The Scream movies recently inspired a new photo trend. People are using AI to generate ultra-realistic 90s-style photos where Ghostface (and other horror movie characters) appear behind them while they’re totally unaware. It’s eerie, nostalgic and oddly aesthetic.
Want to make your own? Here’s how:
- Download Google’s AI app, Gemini, and upload a photo of yourself.
- Choose a horror-themed prompt. For the Scream trend, try: “Create a photo of me in a dreamy Y2K style portrait, think shiny satin bedding, butterfly clips, and a chunky phone cord. Do not change my face. The ghostface killer from Scream should be behind me staring at me, his body should be dimly lit, and he should be standing in the doorway of a dimly lit hallway”. Adapt prompts for other themes like Chucky or Michael Myers.
- Hit send, and let the AI do its (terrifying) thing.
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