15 Best Instagram Reels Trends in 2022

Shotcut - 24 Nov 2022

Instagram Reels trends are a thing that has been going on Instagram recently. You can easily spot an Instagram Reels trend on the Reels tab if you have Instagram.

Instagram developed Reels to keep up with the changing viewing habits of users. Since most users now want short yet entertaining videos, Reels cater to these users. Because Instagram Reels are such a hit, there are multiple Instagram Reels trends that you can use if you want to hop in and join the trend.

15 Best Instagram Reels Trends in 2022

1. Daily Vlogs

Janelle Marie Lloyd on Instagram: “A little #bts from my morning with @intermixonline. All these killer INTERMIX collection fall pieces almost made me excited for cooler temps. Almost. #inspireconfidence #fallfashion #getreadywithme”

Janelle Marie Lloyd shared a post on Instagram: “A little #bts from my morning with @intermixonline. All these killer INTERMIX collection fall pieces almost made me excited for cooler temps. Almost. #inspireconfidence #fallfashion #getreadywithme”. Follow their account to see 1777 posts.

This might be the easiest among the Instagram Reels trends out there. This can be done if the creator is struggling with content. All you have to do is record a part of your life daily, or you can record your whole day in the office or at your house. It shows your followers how you live your life as a content creator.

2. “When you finally realize” Trend

Molly | Reading Expert on Instagram: “Goals need to be achievable. If you’re setting crazy, unreasonably optimistic goals for yourself, that’s only going to lead to discouragement. 👉🏻 Here’s what to do instead. Create very easy and simple goals. Then stick with them for a while! Enjoy the satisfaction of achieving your goals. Once you’re ready, you can take it up a small notch. Some examples of achievable goals are:• read for 15 minutes a day• read 5 pages a day• listen to an audiobook for 10 minutes a day”

Molly | Reading Expert shared a post on Instagram: “Goals need to be achievable. If you’re setting crazy, unreasonably optimistic goals for yourself, that’s only going to lead to discouragement. 👉🏻 Here’s what to do instead. Create very easy and simple goals. Then stick with them for a while! En…

This is posting a video of realizations. It may be a simple thing that you discover. Or something deeper, like realizing your calling or things that are not for you. This can be done by showing a photo or video with an overlay text explaining your realization.

3. Process Video/Reel

Foodys Recipe | Tips+Tutorial 📽️ she/her on Instagram: ”•MAGGI MANCHURIAN RECIPE•😍By @spoonsofdilli #manchurian #manchurianrecipe #maggi #maggie #maggielover #maggimanchurian #recipes #recipereels #reelitfeelit #feelitreelit #easyrecipes #quickrecipes #uniqurecipe #chineserecipes #snackrecipes #delhi #delhifood #delhifoodblog #food #foodporn #foodreels #foodrecipes #instadaily #instagram #foodysrecipe”

Foodys Recipe | Tips+Tutorial 📽️ she/her shared a post on Instagram: ”•MAGGI MANCHURIAN RECIPE•😍By @spoonsofdilli #manchurian #manchurianrecipe #maggi #maggie #maggielover #maggimanchurian #recipes #recipereels #reelitfeelit #feelitreelit #easyrecipes #quickrecipes #uniqurecipe #chineserecipes #…

Creators are doing these Instagram Reels trends, especially if they have many followers interested in what they are doing. Sometimes this can be about making a product or how they do things efficiently.

4. “As it was” Trend

Discover Earth on Instagram: “What travel dreams are made of 🌊🌴 Who else would love to wake up to ocean views like this? 📍@tropicalglamping Bali, Indonesia 🇮🇩 #discoverIndonesiaVideo by @travelwithjaro”

Discover Earth shared a post on Instagram: “What travel dreams are made of 🌊🌴 Who else would love to wake up to ocean views like this? 📍@tropicalglamping Bali, Indonesia 🇮🇩 #discoverIndonesiaVideo by @travelwithjaro”. Follow their account to see 7188 posts.

This Instagram Reels trend uses the slowed-down version of As It Was by Harry Styles. People usually put in photos or videos of landscapes here and overlay them with any quote or caption. This is the best trend to use if you want to post about your latest vacation.

5. Story Reel

Mrunal Panchal on Instagram: “Dear diary I love my life 🤍 #lovemylife”

Mrunal Panchal shared a post on Instagram: “Dear diary I love my life 🤍 #lovemylife”. Follow their account to see 2043 posts.

Every one of us has a story to tell. Sometimes, you just need to tell it to somebody, in this case, your followers. This is the best way to connect with your followers because you make them feel that you want them to be part of your daily life.

6. Mixing Trend

Jonathan Javier | Wonsulting👀💡 on Instagram: “Follow @jonathanwordsofwisdom for more and save so you can know this for later 👀💡 One of the things that takes the LONGEST when applying to jobs that I’ve seen is filling out job applications. It’s crazy to think how companies will have applicants upload their resume and still fill out each section that’s already on their resume… And guess how long that takes? An extra hour or 2. Do you have time for that since you’re applying to many different jobs? Probably not. However, there’s different things you can do to help you save time 👇💡Use an Autofill feature where the information loads right away💡Have your information ready in a Word doc so you can simply copy and paste 💡Work with us at @wonsulting to AutoApply to the jobs for you (click my bio to see more info on our services!) Let’s save job-seekers time from doing repetitive things that don’t help them land jobs. If you feel this, lmk in the comment and share with a friend! 🤞💡.......#JWoW #Wonsulting #JobTips #JobSearch #LinkedIn #LinkedInTips #LinkedInHelp #Resume #ResumeTips #ResumeHelp #Networking #NetworkingTips #CareerAdvice #GaryVee #CareerTips #Tech #Interview #InterviewTips #LinkedInProfile”

Jonathan Javier | Wonsulting👀💡 shared a post on Instagram: “Follow @jonathanwordsofwisdom for more and save so you can know this for later 👀💡 One of the things that takes the LONGEST when applying to jobs that I’ve seen is filling out job applications. It’s crazy to think how companies will hav…

This is posting a video and then adding audio. To complete the context of the video, you will need to overlay a text that will describe what is going on in the photo or video. The lyrics of the audio will provide the context of the whole video.

7. “Switch this up” Trend

Marika D’Auteuil on Instagram: “Bedazzled or not? 🤔💙 which one would you rather wear ?Queen @nadmuhaz @goodfaces.agency Using @graftobianmakeup foundation palette « Bleached » brows with @danessa_myricks nude color fix Lips @makeupforever hd lip booster Eyes @makeupforever Makeup inspired by @patmcgrathreal”

Marika D’Auteuil shared a post on Instagram: “Bedazzled or not? 🤔💙 which one would you rather wear ?Queen @nadmuhaz @goodfaces.agency Using @graftobianmakeup foundation palette « Bleached » brows with @danessa_myricks nude color fix Lips @makeupforever hd lip booster Eyes @makeupforever Make…

This Instagram Reels trend is for dramatic reveals. This trend is using the audio Kesh Kesh Vibin. If you switch things up, it can be a recipe, makeup, or outfit of the day.

8. Review or information Reel

Home Decor | Bargains | Clean Living | Christian | on Instagram: “Reel vs “reel-ality!” Instagram is great for bringing beauty, joy and inspiration, but please always remember the “reel-ness” behind the scenes!!! #simplystyleyourspace #habitandhome #apartmenttherapy #scandinavianhome #inspiremeneutral #doingneutralright #neutralhomedecor #myinspiredhome #thenewbohemians #earthinspiredhome #scandiboho #modernbohem #modernbohemian #homeinspo #bhghome #shareyourhomestyle #inspotoyourhome #thesimplenaturalhome #homesohard #thedelightofdecor #currentdesignsituation #ruedaily #homewithrue #uohome #omysa #hofdecocrush #reelsvideos #reelsvideo #reelsofinstagram #reels”

Home Decor | Bargains | Clean Living | Christian | shared a post on Instagram: “Reel vs “reel-ality!” Instagram is great for bringing beauty, joy and inspiration, but please always remember the “reel-ness” behind the scenes!!! #simplystyleyourspace #habitandhome #apartmenttherapy #scandinavianhome…

This is best when you have a product and want to showcase it to your followers. The content is about telling how the product works or how good or bad your experience with the product or service is.

9. Send Me On My Way Trend

✯ C A R L ✯ on Instagram: “Went on a beautiful stroll through Canmore showing off Carl’s new threads from @petvalu I’ve been shopping at Pet Valu since I was a little girl with my family and when they reached out to me to work with them I fan girled a bit! So excited to be showing off the new 2022 Bailey & Bella fall line up! You can order online or pick up in store at a @petvalu near you! I mean look at how cute Carl is in his outfits 🥺 #PetsInStyle #LoveLivesHere #PetValu #ad ...#aussiesofinstagram #dogsofinstagram #reels #dogreels #aussie #australianshepherd #aussiesdoingthings #aussiesofinsta #aussiesofig #dogsofcanada #dogsincanada #hiking #explore #bluemerle #bestwoof #australianshepherdworld #explorealberta #aussiephotos #adventuredog #reelsinstagram #instaaussie #kananaskis #fall #yyc #alberta #mountains”

✯ C A R L ✯ shared a post on Instagram: “Went on a beautiful stroll through Canmore showing off Carl’s new threads from @petvalu I’ve been shopping at Pet Valu since I was a little girl with my family and when they reached out to me to work with them I fan girled a bit! So excited to be showing of…

The audio of this Instagram Reels trend is from the remix of a Rusted Roots hit Send Me On My Way. This is perfect when showcasing a beautiful view or a relaxing video. It can be from your archive or a recent trip.

10. Beautiful Thumbnail

Nas Daily on Instagram: “Why Do People Hate Male Chickens? They kill 7.5 billion male chickens every year, without even eating them! Let me tell you the story of 2 friends who are fixing this problem! Check them out their company is called SOOS #nasdaily #people #sustainableliving #chicken #food”

Nas Daily shared a post on Instagram: “Why Do People Hate Male Chickens? They kill 7.5 billion male chickens every year, without even eating them! Let me tell you the story of 2 friends who are fixing this problem! Check them out their company is called SOOS #nasdaily #people #sustainableliving…

Sometimes, creating a good thumbnail is the best way to capture an audience. Because once your Reels is on the explore page, it will be mixed up with other videos. You have to stand out among these videos on the explore page; hence a good, eye-catching thumbnail is necessary.

11. You’ve Arrived at Trend

Meghan | travel + outdoors ✨ on Instagram: “Rainy walks through Ticino, Switzerland 🌧️”

Meghan | travel + outdoors ✨ shared a post on Instagram: “Rainy walks through Ticino, Switzerland 🌧️”. Follow their account to see 1346 posts.

This Instagram Reels Trend is perfect for travel content creators. This shows clips from your recent vacation trip. Show them stunning footage, beautiful views, and spots.

12. Photoshoot Trend

A D E R E N I 🤎 on Instagram: “When you can’t decide which one to post because they’re all 🔥 #nyfw...📸 @ashleygalleraniphotography”

A D E R E N I 🤎 shared a post on Instagram: “When you can’t decide which one to post because they’re all 🔥 #nyfw...📸 @ashleygalleraniphotography”. Follow their account to see 553 posts.

This trend is to the tune of Energy by Beyoncé. You cannot decide which photo to post on your Instagram Reels. Why not post them all and sync them in this energetic Beyoncé song?

13. You Send Me Trend

Bella | Aesthetics & Lifestyle on Instagram: “POV: Your Airbnb in Switzerland has the most magical view ⛰🌿 We really lucked out with the weather here and got to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets.”

Bella | Aesthetics & Lifestyle shared a post on Instagram: “POV: Your Airbnb in Switzerland has the most magical view ⛰🌿 We really lucked out with the weather here and got to enjoy beautiful sunrises and sunsets.”. Follow their account to see 403 posts.

Enjoy clips from your day-to-day life or everyday snaps with a background tune of Aretha Franklin’s You Send Me.

14. Waves Trend

紅茶onday on Instagram: ”可不可以爸拔玩一下下就好？☕️：你看我的臉像可以嗎😾 #cat #cats #meow #neko #貓 #橘貓 #貓奴 #貓奴日常 #貓咪 #喵星人 #貓咪日常 #米克斯 #紅茶 #紅茶日常#寵物 #療癒 #可愛 #動物 #喵 #貓星人 #貓主子 #貓貓 #catsofinstagram #catlover #catlife #instacat #萌 #搞笑 #可不可以放進去一下下就好”

紅茶onday shared a post on Instagram: ”可不可以爸拔玩一下下就好？☕️：你看我的臉像可以嗎😾 #cat #cats #meow #neko #貓 #橘貓 #貓奴 #貓奴日常 #貓咪 #喵星人 #貓咪日常 #米克斯 #紅茶 #紅茶日常#寵物 #療癒 #可愛 #動物 #喵 #貓星人 #貓主子 #貓貓 #catsofinstagram #catlover #catlife #instacat #萌 #搞笑 #可不可以放進去一下下就好”. Follow their account to see 49 posts.

This might be the funniest among the Instagram Reels trends mentioned in this list. It is editing the video and making it move with waves, combined with the Grupo La Cumbia, Cumbia Buena audio.

15. Here’s My Coffee Trend

Lia on Instagram: “I’ll try to get my hands on anything @maiphammy vouches for and it starts with this @jamesclear book 🫶 my brain cells and attention span better cooperate because I’m determined to finish this and get my sh!t together 😤 Also, peek my @laro.ceramics mug and @wheylco coaster in action 🪸 #bookstagram #atomichabits #coffeetime #coffeeoftheday #coffeelover”

Lia shared a post on Instagram: “I’ll try to get my hands on anything @maiphammy vouches for and it starts with this @jamesclear book 🫶 my brain cells and attention span better cooperate because I’m determined to finish this and get my sh!t together 😤 Also, peek my @laro.ceramics mug and @wheylc…

Here is the trend for all coffee and book lovers out there. This shows your coffee and the book that you are currently reading.

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