The June 2017 social media trends go a long way in answering one of the most pressing questions of a modern generation. Though the concepts here all relate to a clearly defined mass conscious understanding of what constitutes social media, are not all media inherently social? Media, quite literally, are conduits through which people communicate with one another, and interpersonal communication is precisely what defines a social interaction. In any case, Facebook, Snapchat, and Instagram have delivered some June 2017 social media concepts.
The most financially successful social media platforms are the ones that have discovered way to monetize the wholesome interactions that take place on them. Facebook is particularly well-known for its financial success, with the platform having found ways to provide businesses with valuable connections to their customers. Its newest feature, rewards-based QR codes, continues that quest by giving each Facebook user a unique QR code that they can scan at retail stores to unlock discounts and other goodies.
Top 60 Social Media Trends in June
From Interactive Makeup Filters to Photo App-Inspired Galleries:
Joey Haar — Jun 25, 2017 — Social Media
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Viral Adulthood Memes
'100daysofadulting' Makes Funny Memes on Navigating Adulthood
59
Celebrity Furniture Collections
Terry Crews is Debuting a Line of Egyptian-Inspired Furniture
58
Classic Painting Coffee Artwork
This Cappuccino Artwork by Barista Kangbin Lee is Ornate
57
Modernized Flip Phones
Samsung's Newest Smartphone Features the Nostalgic Design of a Flip Phone
56
Upcycled Designer Swimwear
adidas and Aquafil Have Teamed Up to Design Sustainable Swimwear
55
Futuristic Tea Kettle Designs
Norm Architects Designed This Gorgeous Tea Kettle Made of Glass
54
Social Augmented Reality Devices
Snapchat Shared Its Plans to Make Augmented Gadgets & Wearables
53
Social Photography Workshops
Gin Brand Beefeater is Launching an Instagram Photography Course
52
Realistic Puppy-Shaped Desserts
This Thai Dessert Shop Makes Puddings in the Shape of Puppies
51
Promotional Pet Couches
Scotch-Brite Showed Off its Lint Rollers with the #WorthTheMess Campaign
50
Immersive Ice Cream Museums
L.A.'s Whimsical Ice Cream Museum Attracts Social Media Users
49
Ice Cream Photography Pop-Ups
Haagen-Dazs' 'My Extraordinary Life' Calls for Dessert Photo-Takers
48
Canned Bean Cafes
Heinz Beans' Pop-Up Cafes Offer Meals in Exchange for Social Media Shares
47
Inclusive Brand Packaging
Autistic Art is Branding Starbucks Cups and Credit Cards With Its Works
46
Designer Male Rompers
The ReeRomp is Reebok's Take on the Internet Famous Male Romper
45
Shimmering Body Scrubs
Frank Body is Set to Launch a Scrub That's Said to Act as a Highlighter
44
Social Music-Sharing Codes
'Spotify Codes' Introduces a New Way Share Music with Friends
43
Paper Photography Workshops
LG and Paperboyo are Teaming up to Host an Instagram Workshop
42
Alcohol-Infused Frozen Desserts
'POPS' Puts a Twist on a Classic Treat with its Alcoholic Ice-Pops
41
Sculputural Floral Bouquets
This Floral Designers 'Surprise Bouquets' are Beautifying NYC Streets
40
Booze-Infused Ice Cream
Tipsy Scoop Has Opened a Boozy Ice Cream 'Barlour' in NYC
39
Social Travel Networks
'Nomo FOMO' Enables Social Travel Planning by Detailing Trips
38
Artful Sleeping Masks
'Masterpieces Never Sleep' Print Iconic Eyes onto Sleeping Masks
37
Social Photo Framing Apps
The 'Framafoto' Custom Framing App Creates Artwork with Social Photos
36
Body-Positive Anime Fashion
This Designer is Creating a Sailor Moon Fashion Line for Plus Sizes
35
Interactive Makeup Filters
L'Oréal Paris Launched a Valentine's Social Filter to Prompt Engagement
34
Beauty Vlogger Cosmetics
Zoella Beauty's 'Sweet Inspirations' is a Dessert-Inspired Product Line
33
Sponsored AR Filters
Snapchat's Sponsored AR Filters are Now Open for Advertising
32
Redefined Family Portraits
"Chosen Families" are Celebrated in This LGBTQ Photo Series
31
Expanded Photo-Sharing Sites
The Instagram Mobile Site Now Lets Users Post Photos
30
Interactive Inclusive Museums
This Museum Celebrates All Forms of American Writing
29
Social Media Artwork Services
Framed Tweets Turns Small Blurbs into Twitter Artwork
28
Millennial-Focused Health Platforms
'Corevity' is an Online Health Community to Share Stories
27
Caption-Generating Apps
'Rubric' is a Caption Generator App Powered by AI and Visual Recognition
26
Collaborative Dating Apps
The 'Wingman' Dating App That Lets Friends Pick Dates for Users
25
Emoticon URL Shorteners
Emojify This Uses Emojis to Shorten Overly Long Website Addresses
24
QR Code Reward Systems
This Facebook Feature Helps Shoppers Claim In-Store Rewards Via QR Codes
23
Monetized Business Stories
The New MikMak Campaign Allows Users to Buy Items Via Social Stories
22
Photo App-Inspired Galleries
Maserati's Event Showcased Results of Its Instagram Takeover Campaign
21
Topic Discussion Social Platforms
The 'Swolk' App Lets Users Talk About Locations and More
20
TV-Themed Board Games
'Clue: the Golden Girls' is a Limited Edition of the Popular Board Game
19
Social Media Story Updates
The New Snapchat Stories Update Allows Users to Personalize Their Story
18
Tie-Dye Makeup Compacts
ColourPop's Recently Launched New Eye Shadows, Highlighters and Blushes
17
Iconic Q&A Site Shake-Ups
Quora Video Answers are Currently Being Tested in a Closed Beta
16
Luxury Vehicle Vending Machines
Singapore Has Designed a 15 Story Vehicle 'Vending Machine'
15
Like-Minded Friend-Finding Apps
Heyo! Makes It Easy for New Transplants to Make Friends Nearby
14
National Park Geofilters
The Parks Canada App Unlocks Hidden Filters at Various Locations
13
Social Media Ridesharing Services
Yugo Ridesharing Aims to Streamline Facebook Rideshare Groups
12
Social Media Comment Reactions
The Facebook Reactions Will Soon Be Extended to Comments
11
Supercomputer-Crafted Recipes
IBM Chef Watson Was Challenged to Make 'EATS' with Four Ingredients
10
Streamlined Messaging Updates
This New Whatsapp Feature Ensures Mobile Users Never Miss Messages
9
Tweet-Focused Dating Apps
The Relaunched Loveflutter App Features Twitter Feeds on Profiles
8
Personalized Rap Chatbots
Jagermeister's Jam Bot Creates Custom Raps for Facebook Messenger Users
7
Anonymous Location-Sharing Apps
The Peek:To App Allows Users to Anonymously Upload With No Filters
6
Augmented Photography Lenses
Snapchat's 'World Lenses' Adapt to Their Surroundings with AR
5
Bottle Flip Board Games
YouTube's Matt & Amanda Showed How to Win at Flipping Water Bottles
4
Animated Influencer Webseries
DanTDM's 'DanTDM Creates a Big Scene' is a New YouTube Red Original
3
Animal Rescue Webseries
This Global Vet Series Explores Amazing Animal Biology
2
Private Musician Social Networks
The Invite-only Jammcard Music Network Connects Industry Pros
1
Streamed Circus Finales
The Ringling Bros. Will Stream Its Final Show on Facebook Live
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Location-Based Social Media Features
Instagram Map Connects Friends Who are Nearby One Another
Connection Platform Experiences
Facebook Debuts at Stagecoach to Target Younger Audiences
Video-Editing App Updates
Google Photos Launches a Slew of New Video Editing Tools
Group-Centric Social Media Platforms
Chatter Social Has Unveiled Its Version 2 Platform
Gen-Z-Focused AR Campaigns
American Eagle Launched an AE Jeans Try-on Haul Lens
Social Media-Inspired Retail Apps
Depop Outfits Lets Users Create Moodboards and Collages
AR-Powered Makeup Experiences
NYX Professional Makeup Beauty Bestie 2.0 is Available on Snapchat
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
Fashion-Forward Cultural Infrastructure Initiatives
THE FASH APP Debuts Founding Benefactor Circle
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Live Social Shopping Expansions
QVC® Announces New Brands That Will Join Its Roster in 2026
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Entertainment Insight Platforms
Celebs Bucks Delivers Celebrity News And Net Worth Insights
AI-Powered Social AR Apps
The Snap Lens Studio Lets Any User Create Their Own Effects
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Gen-Z-Targeted Language Platform Campaigns
Duolingo Introduces its Character-Driven 'Duolingo Ads'
Cross-Platform Aggregator Apps
Flipboard Surf Aggregates Social Media, And More For Browsing
Ephemeral Photo-Sharing Apps
Instagram Instants App Introduces Single-View 24-Hour Photos
In-Person Connection Apps
Court is an Empowering New Social App Without Messaging or Swiping
GenAI Social Media Lenses
The Imagine Lens Lets Snapchat Users Type to Bring Ideas to Life
Anti-Digital Social Campaigns
Heineken Partners with Joe Jonas for 'Socials Off Socials'
Shoppable Beauty Routine Apps
BeautyShelf Helps Users Discover Authentic Recommendations
Social Insight Tools
Currents AI Turns Social Media Data Into Actionable Business Insights
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
AI Influencer Platforms
Statusphere Raised $18 Million to Scale Micro-Influencer Marketing
Feedless Social Platforms
Bond Eliminates Feeds to Focus on Real-Life Experiences
AI Beauty Apps
Refresh App Combines Hair, Makeup and Styling in One AI Platform
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
College-Focused Social Platforms
TikTok's Campus Verification Feature Mirrors Early Facebook
Social Commerce Integrations
Ulta Beauty Launches a Creator-Driven TikTok Shop
Conversation Insight Analytics
Messages Wrapped Turns Texts to Shareable Year-In-Review Summaries
Consumer Insight Engines
Buzzabout Delivers Real-Time Insights From Billions of Conversations
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
In-Person-Only Social Apps
Friendster relaunch limits connections to people met in real life
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
Local Social Media Feeds
TikTok’s Local Feed Uses Precise Location Opt-In, Excludes Minors
Easy-to-Use Content Editing Apps
Meta Launched 'Edits' for Instagram Creators on Mobile Devices
Experience-Enhancing POS Retail Apps
MomentScience Reveals MomentApps
Next Gen Multimedia Platforms
Hello Sunshine Launches Sunnie, a Gen Z Media and Lifestyle Platform
Communal Social Video Features
Instagram Blend Create Communal Reel Playlists with Friends
Wellness-First Social Networks
Communia Turns Social Media into Social Self-Care
Shoppable Reel Features
Meta Expands Reels with Product Tagging on Instagram and Facebook
Digital Makeup Meeting Features
The Google Meet Makeup Feature Helps a User Get Camera-Ready
Creativity-Celebrating Social Media Awards
The Instagram Rings Award Honors Exemplary Creators
Content Creation Tools
AI Social Media Post Generator Creates Platform-Ready Content Fast
Social Shopping Integrations
The MONAT Tiktok Shop Strengthens the Direct Sales Business Model
Travel Community Platforms
Tripnation Travel Community Connects Through Stories, Groups, & Guides
Peer-Powered Gifting Initiatives
indu and SoPost Encourage Customers to Share Samples with Friends
AI-Powered Custom Timelines
X Introduced Its Grok-Powered Custom Timelines Platform
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Incentive-Based Athletic Challenges
Gains App Blends Sport, Social & Monetary Incentives
All-In-One Retailer Community Apps
Pacsun Debuts the PS Community Hub App
Localized Retail Media Platforms
Snappy Shopper Launches Connect, a Retail Media Network
Chat-Based Payment Features
WhatsApp Enables Mobile Recharges Directly Within Messaging Chats
Music Sharing Games
What Song Lets Friends Share Songs And Stories Together Instantly
Unified Social Management
Social Champ Simplifies Multi-Platform Posting & Analytics For Agencies
Social Media Hubs
Unified Socials Centralizes Management Across Multiple Platforms
Introvert-Friendly Social Platforms
The 'Introvrs' Social App Connects Like-Minded Users
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Branded App Takeovers
TikTok Introduces Logo Takeover Ads That Dominate the App’s Opening Screen
Emerging Market Insights
Rising Trends Helps Discover Hidden Markets And Business Opportunities
Social Media Automation Tools
Olly 2.0 Boosts Engagement Across 15+ Social Platforms With AI
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
Digital Journaling Platforms
Moments Helps Users Reflect, Track, and Journal for Personal Growth
Automated Engagement Tools
AI Reply Generator: social24 Customizes Replies Across Social Platforms
Pet Social Platforms
Bark Baee Builds A Dedicated Social Network For Pet Owners
Social Media Schedulers
SocialLater Automates Social Media Posting Across Multiple Platforms
App Strategy Insights
ScreensDesign Reveals Proven Tactics Behind Top iOS Subscription Apps
Single-View Photo Apps
Instagram Instants is a Standalone App Where Photos Vanish After 24 Hours
Startup Listening Tools
SocialSignal AI Tracks and Engages Across X, Reddit, and HN
Focused Fashion Feeds
Clone Helps You Stay Updated with Fashion Trends Sustainably
Parental Social Media Alerts
This Instagram Alert Will Let Parents Know of Troubling Teen Searches
Social Networking Hubs
Internet Social Café Lets Users Explore Cafés and Build Online Connections
Proximity-First Friendship Apps
Friending Launched the Friending App to Foster Friendships
Attention Economy Agencies
VaynerX Launches Tamara Group to Drive Social-First Brand Relevance
Creator Monetization Integrations
TikTok Adds Cameo Video Requests In-App
Social Media-Inspired Hookup Apps
Grindr Right Now Connects Users on a Real-Time Basis
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Social Media Creator Initiatives
Snapchat Launches its Gen Z-Focused Creator Connect Service
Global Messaging Platforms
Borderless Lets Users Send and Read Messages Across the World
Social Media Growth Tools
PulseUp.top Simplifies Social Media Management & Business Opportunities
AI Community Growth
SocialOne Helps Acquire, Analyze, And Engage Members Across Social Platforms
Interactive Streaming Ads
Spotify Turns Listening into Engagement with Carousel Ads
Social Media Organizers
Gem Turns TikTok and Instagram Bookmarks Into Searchable Lists
Focused Social Platforms
LastWeekend Prioritizes Sharing Moments With People Who Matter Most
Interactive Emoji Grids
One Million Emojis Lets You Choose and Lock Emojis in Real-Time
Local Story Creators
Word oh Mouth Lets Users Share Experiences And Support Local Businesses
Social Media-Inspired Streaming Apps
The Netflix App Feed Will Introduce a TikTok-Like Style
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
Social Media Sticker Tools
Instagram Comment Sticker Generator Creates Engaging Reply Stickers
Custom Social Platforms
Nightlight Offers Inclusive And Highly Custom Social Media Experiences
Cover Image Generators
Cover Photo Generators Create Social Media Headers From Text
AI Social Connectors
Blurbs Provides AI-Moderated Group Chats To Foster Genuine Connections
Decentralized Social Websites
Surf Enables Creator-Owned Platforms
Real-Time Social Chats
Threads introduces live group chats around major cultural events
Performance-Based Creator Platforms
Picsart Earn Program Pays Creators Based on Engagement
Conversational AI Advertising
Snapchat Introduces AI-Powered Chat-Based Brand Interactions
Media Tracking Tools
Media & Learning Tracker Organizes Books, Courses, And Podcasts
Intentional Messaging Platforms
PenPal Hub Connects Through Mindset-Based Meaningful Conversations
Social Media Blockers
Antisocial Blocks Social Media, Increasing Focus With Financial Incentives
Single Post Platforms
My One Post Lets Users Share One Meaningful Post At A Time
Social Dining Networks
Recce Discovers and Shares Trusted Restaurant Picks Easily
All-in-One Content Platforms
'Chips' Enables Seamless Content Creation and Community Engagement
Paired-Down Social Media Platforms
Month Friend Boasts a New Experience in the Hyper-Digital World
Visual Chat Platforms
PicNow! Enables Users to Share Photos and Chat With Strangers
Social Location Sharing
FriendMap Simplifies Location Sharing To Help Friends Connect In Real Time
Event Tracking Apps
ComingUp Helps Users Track Milestones And Share Life Events Easily
Digital Review Platforms
Digital Products Enables Simple Consumer Reviews & Brand Insights Online
Top App Showcases
Discover, Explore, and Vote for the Year’s Top Compose Applications
Influencer Discovery Assistants
SocialiQ 2.0 Automates Influencer Research Right on Social Media
Interactive Growth Tools
AppStorys Integrates Interactive Growth Tools Into Apps Or Websites
Sports Highlights Platforms
Snack Sports Delivers Curated Highlights Without Social Media Pressure
B2B Social Intelligence
Octolens Tracks Brand Mentions and Keywords With B2B-Focused AI
Private Photo Journals
Memory Helps You Capture Daily Moments In A Secure And Simple Photo Diary
Social Video Sponsorship Platforms
Find, Vet, and Book YouTube Sponsorships with Thoughtleaders.io
Private Sharing Apps
Waffle Helps Friends Share Daily Moments And Stay Connected Authentically
Engagement Timing Insights
DontPostYet Uses Live Analytics To Optimize Social Media Posting Times
Tech-Enhanced Marketing Tools
Sprout Social Has Introduced Upgrades to Its Customer Care Platform
AI-Powered Animation Tools
Facebook Adds AI-Powered Animation And Restyle Tools
Simplified Social Platforms
Happy Feed Is A Minimalist Twitter Experience With Fewer Distractions
Social Media Filters
Stop Reels Removes Addictive Video Feeds For Focused Social Use
Smart Content Aggregators
Smashing’s Personalized Article Discovery App Helps Users Stay Informed
Interest-Based Social Networking
Phnk Sparks Real Friendships Through Shared Interests and Chat
Visual Timelapse Apps
SelfieStory Creates Seamless Timelapse Memories From Daily Photos
Video Repurposing Tools
Video To Social Converts Videos Into Optimized Content For Social Media
Puzzle Game Apps
Ahhhh Weekly Crosswords Delivers Social Puzzle Games With Leaderboards
Ready-to-Buy Customer Tools
7eads Identifies Ready-to-Buy Customers on Social Media
Event Branding Tools
Frame Me Lets Event Managers Share Branded Photos For Viral Marketing
Social Workplace Branding Tools
Soshial Helps You Build and Grow a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
Social Diary Platforms
Truuze Social Networking App Blends Personal Journaling With Social Sharing
Social Media Account Marketplaces
TinySoko Offers Secure Social Media Transactions with Escrow
Social Content Design Tools
Post In Public Transforms Screenshots Into Stylish Shareable Visuals
Adaptive Notification Systems
YouTube Filters Push Alerts Based on Recent User Engagement
Elderly-Catered Journal Concepts
The Dual-Screen Journal Concept Captures Important Memories
Data-Comparing Social Apps
The Mutually App Matches Users Based on Their Digital Footprint
Social Sharing Tools
Social Plus Expands Your Reach With Shared Posts Across Platforms
AI-Powered Facial Touch-Ups
Google Rolls Out a Photos Touch-Up Feature for Easy Image Tweaks
Social Streamlining Platforms
Statuz Simplifies Social Posting From Your Mac's Menu Bar Instantly
Editable Comment Features
Instagram Adds 15-Minute Comment Editing Option