The August 2022 social media trends range from AR-enabled Snapchat NFTs to Gen Z book clubs.
Notably, NFT displays are currently being considered by social media giant Snap Inc. NFT creators could upload their designs as Lenses (i.e., augmented reality filters) to the app under the in-development feature. It's not surprising that Snapchat joined the NFT bandwagon, especially amid the increasing growth of the $40 billion NFT market.
Another notable example from the August 2022 social media trends comes from social media giant TikTok. The platform is building on the success of the #BookTok hashtag. TikTok's Book Club can be found within the app, and a new book will be recommended every month. As TikTok describes, this hub will be a "cozy corner where communities can experience the joy [of] reading together."
Top 55 Social Media Trends in August
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Semi-Digital Clothing Designs
The FFFACE x FINCH Limited Capsule Showcases Seven Artworks
54
$75K Dreaming-Pursing Contests
Unshackled Wines Debuts The Great Unshackling Project
53
Gel-Equipped Toy Blasters
Nerf Announced its First-Ever Gel Pellet-Powered Blaster
52
In-Game Wallet Solutions
Stardust Announced the Secure 'Stardust Vault' Web3 Wallet Solution
51
Online Streaming Accessories
The Razer Stream Controller Offers Quick Access to Streaming Needs
50
Authentic Beauty Activations
e.l.f. Cosmetics Authentically Connects with Gen Z on BeReal
49
Gen Z Book Clubs
TikTok's Official Book Club Builds on the Success of #BookTok
48
Spontaneous Photo-Sharing Applications
BeReal Prompts Users to Take No-Edits Pictures Daily
47
Gamified Mystery Drink Experiences
'What the Fanta' is a New Campaign from Coca-Cola
46
Virtual Banking Environments
The Uni-Verse is a Banking Metaverse for Union Bank of India Clients
45
Mystery Series NFTs
Candy Digital's Latest NFT Collection Showcases Stranger Things Characters
44
Co-Branded Mullet Wigs
Planters and Oliver Tree Launch a Limited-Edition Mullet Wig
43
Digital SFT Marketplaces
Magic Eden Announced a 'Semi-Fungible Token' Marketplace Economy
42
Retiree Influencer Houses
TikTok's Retirement House Stars Older People Creating Youthful Content
41
TikTok Event Tickets Feature
Ticketmaster Partners with TikTok to Launch New Ticket-Buying Feature
40
Custom Desktop Operating Systems
'Feren OS' is a Comprehensive, Easy-to-Use Linux OS
39
Virtual Talent Agency Projects
Sony's 'PRISM Project' Encourages People of All Backgrounds
38
Metaverse Education Series
Meta Taps Keke Palmer for Its New 'Are We There Yet?' Series
37
Pay-in-Chat Instagram Updates
Mark Zuckerberg Launches a 'Payments in Chat' Feature on Instagram
36
Co-Viewing Metaverse Events
Roblox Users Will Soon Be Able to Watch Bakugan Battle Planet In-Game
35
Livestreamed Fashion Campaigns
Amazon Fashion Europe is Collaborating with Twitch
34
Instagram-Famous Affordable Menswear
True Classic Launched a New Activewear Line Dubbed 'Active'
33
Dedicated Link-in-Bio Applications
Linktree is Launching a Standalone Mobile App for All Users
32
Short-Form Film Festivals
SweeTARTS is Hosting a First-of-Its-Kind Film Festival on TikTok
31
Speech-Mimicking AI Apps
Cohere's Multipurpose AI Learns how to Speak Like a Human Over Time
30
Content Creator Tarot Cards
Tarot with YouTube Shares Insights on Love, Wellness and Fortune
29
Asymmetrical Multiplayer Games
Dragon Ball: The Breakers Challenges Players to Evade Villains
28
Asymmetrical Multiplayer Games
2K Games Relaunched the Servers for its 'Evolve' Multiplayer Game
27
Instagram NFT Features
Meta Announces the Launch of 'Digital Collectibles' on Instagram
26
Social Messaging Money Transfers
Viber Enters the World of Fintech with 'Payments on Viber'
25
Mobile Creature-Collector Games
Genopets is a Move-to-Earn NFT Game for Mobile Devices
24
Industrial Metaverse Partnerships
Rescale Announced New Integrations with the NVIDIA GPU Cloud App
23
Animation Studio Acquisitions
Nintendo is Creating 'Nintendo Pictures' With Dynamo Acquisition
22
Location-Based Social Media Platforms
Spotselfie is an AR-Based Social Networking App
21
Trending Film Trackers
Variety's 'Film Chatter Chart' Let's You Track Movies' Twitter Engagement
20
Web3 Gaming Platforms
'AO Labs' Raised $4.5 Million USD to Develop the 'Spacebar' Gaming Platform
19
High-Resolution Gaming Consoles
Sony is Adding 1440p-Resolution Support to the PlayStation 5
18
Inclusive Spell-Checking Tools
Witty Works' Free Browser Plug-In Offers Guidance on Word Choices
17
Personality-Focused Dating Apps
'Anxser' Matches Users Based on a Questionnaire
16
Web-Based Snapchat Apps
Snap Inc. Announces the Launch of 'Snapchat for Web'
15
Mobile Media Streaming Updates
YouTube is Releasing a Picture-in-Picture Mode for iOS Users
14
AR-Enabled Snapchat NFTs
Snapchat is Set to Integrate NFTs as Part of Its Lenses Feature
13
Family-Friendly Party Games
Nintendo Announced Kirby's Dream Buffet for Four Player Parties
12
Legacy Hot Dog Items
A&W Announced the Return of its Iconic 'Whistle Dog' with a Documentary
11
Digital Card Game Tournaments
Mattel163 Announced the 'Wildcard Series: All Stars' for UNO! Mobile
10
Safety-Focused Dating Apps
UnFiltered is a Dating App That Prohibits Fake Profiles and Image Edits
9
Progressive Home Collections
Homebox's 'The Hidden Collection' is Dedicated to Domestic Workers
8
Restaurant-Owned Charities
The Taco Bell Foundation will Raise $100 Million by 2026
7
Inclusive Esports TV Shows
Prime Video's 1UP Shows the Challenges Women Face in Competitive Gaming
6
Simulation Racing Games
RaceLeague is Now in Early Access on PC Devices via the Steam Platform
5
EV Information Services
General Motors' 'EV Live' Service Provides One-on-One Informative Sessions
4
Smooth Game Streaming Services
NVIDIA's 'GeForce Now' Received 120fps Support for Android Phones
3
Collaborative Twitter Features
Twitter is Testing a New 'CoTweets' Feature in Certain Regions
2
Blockchain-Based Payment Solutions
Zebedee Raised $35 Million USD to Develop its In-Game Payments
1
Popular Branded Fighting Games
Warner Bros.' MultiVersus Game is Entering its Public Beta Stage
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Tarot-Inspired Streaming Campaigns
Netflix Discover Your Future Reveals New Streaming Potentials
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
Gen-Z-Targeted Retail Concepts
Urban Outfitters Debuts 'On Rotation' with Nike
Gamified AR Footwear Fittings
Tootsie Augmented Reality Makes Shoe Shopping More Fun for Kids
Group-Centric Social Media Platforms
Chatter Social Has Unveiled Its Version 2 Platform
Digital Makeup Zines
MAC Cosmetics is Reviving MACzine, Digitally, for a New Generation
Gen-Z-Focused AR Campaigns
American Eagle Launched an AE Jeans Try-on Haul Lens
Gen Z Storytelling Campaigns
Coach is Running the 'Explore Your Story' Campaign for Spring 2026
Gen Z Advertising Initiatives
Tubi Targets Younger Viewers with Ad Innovations at IAB NewFronts
Augmented Reality Glasses
Snap Specs Combine Immersive Displays with Standalone Smart Eyewear
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
AR-Powered Vending Machines
Snapchat and L’Oréal Made a Gamified Lens to Share Refillable Haircare
BookTok Travel Experiences
EF Ultimate Break Launched Literature-Inspired Group Tours for Gen Z
AR-Powered Makeup Experiences
NYX Professional Makeup Beauty Bestie 2.0 is Available on Snapchat
Gen Z-Led Swimwear Campaigns
Pacsun Taps Gen Z Influencers for Spring/Summer 2026 Swimwear Capsule
High-Profile Live Performance Marketing
Rokid Delighted Folks with a High-Profile Marketing Event
Nature Aesthetic Tech Accessories
CASETiFY x Pinterest Drop the 'Wilderkind Collection'
Moon Scanner AR Lenses
Xbox and Snapchat Launched a First-of-Its-Kind Augmented Reality Lens
Real-Life Mood-Board Transformations
Pinterest Launches the 'Bring My Pinterest to Life' Series
Digital Avatar Makeup
Roblox Expands into Digital Avatar Makeup with Customizable Cosmetics
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
AI-Matched Creator Partnerships
YouTube Creator Partnerships Links Brands & Creators with Gemini
Fashion-Forward Cultural Infrastructure Initiatives
THE FASH APP Debuts Founding Benefactor Circle
Interactive Toy Experiences
Spin Master Highlights Opportunities in the Toy Sector in 2026
Music-Inspired Audiobook Campaigns
Spotify Launches its Bold 'Read Like You Listen' for the Summer
AR Documentary Series
The Seven Wonders of the Ancient World Links Content with QR Codes
Interactive AR Avocado Scans
Chipotle Launches its 'AvoLotto Lens' on Snapchat
AI Creative Studios
SnapStudio Enables AI-Powered Image Generation And Customization
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Rural Running Vacations
Airbnb and Strava are Motivating Gen Z to Book Run-Cations
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Dedicated Social Event Apps
TikTok Pro Events is Arriving Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup
AI-Powered Social AR Apps
The Snap Lens Studio Lets Any User Create Their Own Effects
Compact AR Glasses
Spectacles Gen 5 Offers Shared AR Experiences with Snap OS Integration
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Cross-Platform Aggregator Apps
Flipboard Surf Aggregates Social Media, And More For Browsing
Varsity Influencer Teams
UNC Turns Student-Athletes Into Social Media Monetization Experts
IRL Dating App Events
Tinder Events Helps Daters Connect in Low-Pressure, In-Person Groups
GenAI Fashion Lenses
Gucci is the First Luxury House to Launch a Sponsored AI Lens on Snapchat
Affordable Book Retailing Initiatives
SHEIN x Alibris Partner for Gen Z's Interest in Books
Influencer-Driven Fashion Events
Pacsun Collaborated with Prominent Gen-Z Creators
Shoppable AR Villages
The Snapchat Winter Village Has Three Immersive Luxury Brand Boutiques
Social Commerce Supplements
youtheory Expands Wellness Sales Through TikTok Shop
NFT-Tied Energy Drinks
'NFT Energy' Empowers Brands Through Collaborative NFT Ventures
GenAI Social Media Lenses
The Imagine Lens Lets Snapchat Users Type to Bring Ideas to Life
Virtual Beauty School Experiences
NYX is Taking Over Roblox's Bayside High School
24/7 Live Shopping Streams
QVC is Launching an Always-On Shopping Experience with TikTok Shop
AI Kids Coloring Pages
Retro Launches Splat To Turn Family Photos Into Art
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Bingo-Style Reading Initiatives
Indigo's 2026 Reading Challenge Features a 'Phone-Free' Category
Ephemeral Photo-Sharing Apps
Instagram Instants App Introduces Single-View 24-Hour Photos
College-Focused Social Platforms
TikTok's Campus Verification Feature Mirrors Early Facebook
Social Commerce Integrations
Ulta Beauty Launches a Creator-Driven TikTok Shop
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Digital Well-Being Updates
Tiktok Adds Mindfulness Tools and User Controls Over Ai Content
AI-Powered Imagery Tools
Snap by Genius.AI Creates Realistic Images Fast Without Photoshoots
Redefining Screen-Free Cameras
Camp Snap Arrives at Target as a Mindful Disconnection
Cultural Newsletter Subscriptions
American Eagle Launches Gen Z-Focused 'Off The Cuff' Publication
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
Pizza-Branded Reading-Encouraging Apps
Pizza Hut Has Introduced Its First-Ever BOOK IT App
Local Social Media Feeds
TikTok’s Local Feed Uses Precise Location Opt-In, Excludes Minors
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
Tokenized Social Media Apps
The Own Social Media App Utilizes Blockchain Technology
Social-First Retail Commerce
Shoezone expands TikTok Shop through creator-led shopping
AI-Powered Social Media Lenses
Snap Announced AI Video Lenses for Snapchat Platinum Subscribers
Roblox Popularity Trackers
Rotrends Shows What’s Popular on Roblox and Why
AR-Powered Library Experiences
Snap and LePub Partner with National Library Board of Singapore
GenAI Makeup Marketing
MAC Cosmetics is Tapping into the Power of Adobe Firefly Services
Social Listening Parties
Spotify's Wrapped Party Unites Users for Shared Experiences
Video Content Summarizers
SnapSummary Uses AI to Turn YouTube Videos into Searchable Summaries
AI Social Media Agents
Kinetik Helps to Predict and Monetize Social Media Growth
Artful AR Experiences
The Incredible Unknowns of the Louvre is a Free, Interactive AR Experience
Creativity-Celebrating Social Media Awards
The Instagram Rings Award Honors Exemplary Creators
Social Shopping Integrations
The MONAT Tiktok Shop Strengthens the Direct Sales Business Model
Multi-Format Reading Platforms
Spotify Connects Audiobooks with Physical Book Purchases
Social-Focused Childrens Games
Dragon Snacks Games' 'Solar Punk' Will Act as a Social Hub
Gamified Discount Events
Build-A-Bear Uses Mystery Offers to Drive Engagement
Reimagined Creative Campaigns
Marc Jacobs Dropped its '26 Summer Campaign and New Visual Identity
AR Virtual Space Hangouts
Meta Hyperscape Capture Now Supports Communal Hangouts Anywhere
Future Tech Blogs
Next Horizon Covers AI, Space, Biotechnology And Emerging Technologies
Content Creator Partnership Programs
The Target Creator Programs Build on the #TargetRun Legacy
Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges
Gains App Blends Sport, Social & Monetary Incentives
AI-Created Video Feeds
Meta Introduces Vibes as a Social Platform Driven by AI-Generated Posts
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Social Travel Booking Platforms
TikTok GO Turns Creator Travel Videos Into Bookable Trips
Tech-Enhanced Content Platforms
Perfect Corp's YouCam App Suite Taps AI, AR & Agentic Innovation
Connected Reading Ecosystems
Kobo Introduced Automatic StoryGraph Reading Syncing
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Pop Culture Wedding Collections
A Dynamic Duo Inspired The Engagement Era Collection by The Knot
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Tech-Enabled Smart Glasses
Snapchat Announces the Upcoming Arrival of its New 'Specs' Glasses
Hybrid Bookstore Apps
Spotify Merged Physical and Digital Book Browsing in One App
Interactive Content Sharing
STIK App Lets Users Publish Content Directly On Physical Products
Celebrity Curated Literary Clubs
Dua Lipa Facilitates the 'Service95 Book Club'
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
Social Engagement Platforms
Sociable AI Predicts Viral Posts And Generates Brand Aligned Comments
Social-to-Outdoor Campaigns
Tribesigns Extends TikTok's Super Wish Campaign to Times Square
Inspired Travel Planning
CloneMyTrips Turns Social Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
All-Inclusive Pop Culture Trips
Klook Debuts a Campaign to Highlight ANZ's Top Asian Culture Fans
Focused Fashion Feeds
Clone Helps You Stay Updated with Fashion Trends Sustainably
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
AI Travel Planners
CloneMyTrips Transforms Social Media Travel Inspiration Into Bookable Trips
Social Food Delivery Apps
The 'Zesty' App from DoorDash Helps Users Find New Restaurants
Group Chat Insights
Discover WhatsApp Group Trends And Stats With ZapZipped’s Yearly Recaps
Shoppable Swimsuits
Sports Illustrated Launches Its Shoppable Swimsuits
Creator Monetization Integrations
TikTok Adds Cameo Video Requests In-App
AI-Assisted Live Selling Features
Snap by Tilt Creates Listings from Live Video in Under a Second
Ad-Free Social Subscriptions
TikTok Introduced a Paid Ad-Free Experience for UK Users
Audio Journalism Platforms
Spotify Converts Long-Form Magazine Articles Into Audio Experiences
Social Media Creator Initiatives
Snapchat Launches its Gen Z-Focused Creator Connect Service
Brand Motif-Centric Fashion Lines
Anti Social Social Club Debuts Its Spring/Summer 2026 Collection
Niche Club Apps
Phictly Connects Fans of Books, Movies & Shows in Small, Engaged Groups
Insightful Short-Form Talk Apps
TED Shorts Allow for Short, Snappy Snippets of Popular Talks
Mobile Creator Experiences
Nikon Connects Creators Through Interactive Multi-City Events
Social Media Organizers
Gem Turns TikTok and Instagram Bookmarks Into Searchable Lists
AI-Powered AR Smart Glasses
Snap Specs AR Glasses Add Spatial AI And Gaming
Custom AI Social Feeds
Bluesky’s Attie Lets Users Build Feeds with AI
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
Conversational Streaming Apps
Tubi Launches a ChatGPT App for Easier Content Discovery
Real-Time Sharing Apps
MomentsHub Lets You Discover And Share Nearby Experiences Instantly
Expressive App Icons
The Instagram Teen Icons Deliver Vibrant Customization for Younger Users
Custom Social Platforms
Nightlight Offers Inclusive And Highly Custom Social Media Experiences
AI Social Connectors
Blurbs Provides AI-Moderated Group Chats To Foster Genuine Connections
Conversational AI Advertising
Snapchat Introduces AI-Powered Chat-Based Brand Interactions
Performance-Based Creator Platforms
Picsart Earn Program Pays Creators Based on Engagement
Cover Image Generators
Cover Photo Generators Create Social Media Headers From Text
Book Discovery Platforms
Book Chat Noir Connects Readers Through Recommendations And Community
Fitness Wellness Apps
AirJump Turns Social Media Breaks Into Quick Workouts And Movement
Layered Online Content Reports
YouTube Defines Creative Maximalism as the Key Point After 20 Years
AI-Powered Voice Effects
Instagram Voice Effects Turn Conversations into Content
Paired-Down Social Media Platforms
Month Friend Boasts a New Experience in the Hyper-Digital World
Sports Highlights Platforms
Snack Sports Delivers Curated Highlights Without Social Media Pressure
User-Generated Review Features
TikTok Integrates the New TikTok Shop Review Network
Social Entertainment Apps
BuzzWheel Turns Group Gatherings Into Interactive Challenge Experiences
AI-Powered Animation Tools
Facebook Adds AI-Powered Animation And Restyle Tools
Interest-Based Social Networking
Phnk Sparks Real Friendships Through Shared Interests and Chat
Adaptive Notification Systems
YouTube Filters Push Alerts Based on Recent User Engagement
Social Diary Platforms
Truuze Social Networking App Blends Personal Journaling With Social Sharing
Music-Based Social Networks
Record Club Has Users Share Music with Friends and Family