How did Instagram influence digital marketing trends?

Instagram, which was launched in 2010, has seen many trends come and go. Here are some of the most popular trends on Instagram in its early days:

1. Valencia Filter: In the early days of Instagram, the Valencia filter was one of the most popular filters. It gave photos a warm, vintage look that many users loved.

2. Throwback Thursday (#TBT): Throwback Thursday was a popular trend where users would post old photos on Thursdays and tag them with #TBT. This trend allowed users to share memories and connect with their followers.

3. Food Porn: Instagram became a popular platform for sharing food photos. From elaborate brunch spreads to artfully arranged lattes, food porn was a major trend on Instagram in its early days.

4. Selfies: Selfies became popular on Instagram, with users sharing photos of themselves using the front-facing camera. The trend was so popular that it even led to the creation of a new word.

5. Instagram Dogs: Pets, especially dogs, became popular subjects on Instagram. Users would share photos of their furry friends and use hashtags like #dogsofinstagram and #instadog.

6. Travel Photos: Instagram became a popular platform for sharing travel photos. Users would share photos of exotic locations, stunning landscapes, and local cuisine.

7. Quote Posters: Quote posters, or images with inspirational or funny quotes, became popular on Instagram. Users would create their own quote posters using graphic design tools or share ones they found online.

8. Hashtag Games: Hashtag games, where users would create photos based on a specific theme or prompt, were popular on Instagram. For example, the #OOTD (Outfit of the Day) hashtag game encouraged users to share photos of their outfits.

9. Flatlays: Flatlays, or photos taken from above of a flat surface, became popular on Instagram. Users would share photos of their outfits, makeup, or coffee cups arranged in a visually appealing way.

10. Instagram Challenges: Instagram challenges, where users would complete a specific task and tag their friends to do the same, were popular on Instagram. For example, the #MannequinChallenge, where users would pose frozen in a scene, went viral on Instagram.