45 Inspiring Instagram Accounts

These inspiring Instagram accounts range from romantic story feeds -- that recount how couples of various ages met and fell in love -- to artsy flooring blogs that find inspiration at ground level.

As more and more consumers become enamored with social media platforms like Vine, Snapchat and Instagram, major brands are taking notice of online influencers and are engaging in collaborations with these emerging stars. While YouTube influencers have replaced models as brand ambassadors, Instagram stars are taking on creative roles and are collaborating with brands who are seeking to connect to a millennial demographic in a meaningful way.

Standouts include inspiring motherhood campaigns -- blogger Kristen Hedges has built an empowering Instagram community by encouraging moms to share their personal stories with an audience -- and rescue dog accounts that follow a pet's transition from shelter dog to a family's beloved best friend.