Consumers and companies alike are constantly looking for new ways to connect to one another to form positive relationships, which is one theme that ties these innovative September 2016 social media ideas together.
While Frank Ocean fans became more and more impatient for the release of his album, many joined together to create their own satirical version. In relation to this, Snapchat released a number of filters to speak to the lack of album, as well as celebrate its release when it finally appeared.
Meanwhile, many companies have been employing social media gurus to collaborate on unique products that they promote through their own accounts, working to ensure that their Generation Z and Millennial followers are pinpointed in the most efficient way possible. Other September 2016 social media ideas include social filters for the Rio Olympics, bizarre Donald Trump parodies and anti-body shaming letters.
Top 95 Social Media Trends in September
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Pop Culture Baby Costumes
This LA Mom Comically Dresses Her Son to Look Like Pop Culture Figures
93
Political Parody Portraits
These Strange Donald Trump Artworks Represent How Some See Him
92
Revealing Social Media Campaigns
'Wren Kitchens' Shows That Instagram Perfection Isn't Reality
91
Lengthy Automobile Concepts
Mercedes-Benz has Teased a 6 Meter Car on Their Facebook Page
90
Snapshot Adoption Campaigns
Tomba Latas' Adoption Project Uses Snapchat to Introduce Rescues
89
Anti-Extremist Web Content
AverageMohamed's Social Media 'Counter-Narratives' Can Fight Hate
88
Fashion Icon Emojis
Iris Apfel's Emojis Represent the Fashion Icon's Unique Style
87
Foodie Influencer Exhibits
This Interactive Exhibition in Japan Celebrates Naomi Watanabe
86
Retro OS App Filters
Misha Petrick Designed What Windows 95 Instagram Would've Looked Like
85
Novelty Social Media Scenes
'Late Night Snap Hacks' Makes it Look Like Users are at the Club
84
Anti-Body Shaming Letters
Plus-Size Model Ashley Graham Speaks Out in an Essay for 'Lenny Letter'
83
Connected Messaging Lockets
The 'Purple' Necklace Wirelessly Links to Friends Via Social Networks
82
In-App Handbag Sales
Dior Promoted Its Luxury 'Lady Dior' Bag Exclusively Through WeChat
81
Paid Product Recommendation Apps
Users Can Earn Money for Suggesting Products with Maven Xchange
80
VIP Ticket Geofilters
Toyota Used a Snapchat Filter to Offer an Exclusive Lollapalooza Concert
79
Commercial Social Media Tools
Instagram's Business Tools Help Companies to Engage on the App
78
Olympian Romance Platforms
The SportsSwipes Provides Dating Profiles of 2016 Rio Competitors
77
Social Good Selfie Walls
Cadillac Fairview is Launching 'Pledge Walls' for Back-to-School Season
76
Opinion-Sourcing Apps
The Zip Question Answer App Lets You Ask Anonymous People Questions
75
Fashionable Disney Characters
Disney's 'Inside Out' Characters are Recreated as Fashion Queens
74
Social Snapshot Conferences
'SnapHappen' is Launching as a Business-Focused Event
73
Online Abuse Blockers
The Instagram Comment Filter is Being Implemented to Battle Online Trolls
72
Branded Social Media Stickers
Twitter's 'Promoted #Stickers' Include Brands like Pepsi
71
Olympic Game Emojis
Twitter has Released All the Emojis to Be Used During the Rio Olympic Games
70
Comedic Job Announcements
This Woman's Job Announcement is a Parody on Marriage Proposals
69
Presidential Messenger Bots
The White House Chatbot is an Updated Way to Contact the President
68
Thriller Series Barbie Dolls
'Queen Barb' is an Homage to the Character from 'Stranger Things'
67
Vertical Video Ads
The 'Flipboard' App Has a New Video Feature for Advertisers
66
Political Meme Generators
'MemeTheVote' Helps to Create Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump Memes
65
Virtual Earphone-Sharing Apps
Lisn Helps People Listen to the Same Music Without Sharing Earphones
64
Olympic S'mores Branding
Hershey's is Celebrating Team USA on National S'mores Day 2016
63
360-Degree Olympic Coverage
The BBC Sport 360 App Will Give Viewers a 360-Degree View of the Games
62
Olympic Social Filters
Snapchat Debuts New Olympic-Themed Stickers and Filters for the Rio Games
61
Collaborative Blogger Wines
DESIGNLOVEFEST Created a White Summer Wine with Winc
60
TweenMessaging Apps
The Disney Mix App is Targeted Towards Tweens and Their Families
59
City Concierge Apps
This Membership Club App Helps Millennials Enjoy City Events and Offerings
58
Luxury Jeweler Geofilters
The Tiffany Snapchat Account Appeals to Young Consumers
57
Blogger Marketplace Platforms
The Russian Startup Brings Instagram Influencers and Brands Together
56
Social Tourism Sites
British Columbia's 'BC Explorer' Site Collects #ExploreBC Instagram Posts
55
Olympic Navigation Chatbots
'Askrio2016' Bot Directs Tourists Through the City to an Olympic Event
54
Mental Illness-Signifying Systems
A New AI Can Use Metrics to Assess Depression on Instagram
53
Banking Messenger Bots
Absa Bank Uses Facebook Messenger to Offer 'ChatBanking'
52
Ephemeral Social Stories
Instagram Stories Let Users Create an Ephemeral Snapchat-Like Story
51
Charity Selfie Apps
The CR7 Selfie App Lets Users Take Selfies with Cristiano Ronaldo for Charity
50
Naturalist-Networking Apps
This Naturalist App Connects Nature-Lovers and Fosters Education
49
Hobbyist Social Apps
The Hello Network Connects People Who Share the Same Passions
48
Branded T-Shirt Challenges
Oasis Promises Rewards to a Fan Who Wears a Promotional Tee for a Month
47
Thought-Collecting Apps
Storm It Formats Free Write Ideas Into Social Media Postings
46
Promoted Social Media Videos
Pinterest is Rolling out a 'Promoted Videos' Feature for Advertisers
45
Hyper-Expressive Chat Apps
The Chaatz App Allows You to Incorporate Comic Strips and Games
44
Spontaneous Activity Apps
The Kickit App Helps College Students Make Plans with Their Peers
43
Influencer Marketing Apps
'Voltu' Lets Companies Connect with Social Influencers for Advertising
42
Competitive Sports Webseries
EE is Collaborating with YouTubers for the 'The Wembley Cup' Series
41
Snakeskin Rose-Tinted Sunglasses
Vintage Frames Collaborated with YesJulz of Snapchat for a Design
40
Student-Targeted Tech Giveaways
The #GetCollegeReady Campaign Helped Prepare High School Grads
39
Animated Character Livestreams
Hasbro Created a Facebook Live Broadcast Starring Mr. Monopoly
38
Maternal Gamer Vlogs
This Vlogging Site Carried Out a Study About Pokemon-Induced Labor
37
Maternity Emoji Apps
The EmojiMom App Helps Mothers Communicate Emotions Related to Motherhood
36
Virtual Campus Platforms
The Campus Karma Platform Aims to Connect College Students Across India
35
Social Media Coding Apps
'Vidcode' Teaches Girls to Code by Incorporating Social Media Tropes
34
Browser-Based Image Sharing
Users can View Instagram Stories on Chrome with the IG Story Extension
33
Professional Networking Videos
Users Can Now Record Themselves on LinkedIn Video
32
Streaming Olympic Highlights
YouTube's Olympic Coverage Will Give Viewers More Access to the Games
31
Sporty Social Media Campaigns
Ford's New Snapchat Ad Plays on the Spirit of the Olympic Games
30
University Sports VR Channels
University of Miami is Launching the First College Sports VR Channel
29
Clickbait-Reducing Algorithms
'Facebook' is Using New Tech on the News Feed to Eliminate Clickbait
28
Video App Geostickers
Snapchat Added a Location-Based Sticker Feature for Creative Images & Videos
27
Lunchbox Snack Tutorials
Liza Prideaux Provides Parents with Back-to-School Meal Ideas
26
Video Search Tools
The Pinterest Video Search Feature is About to Be Introduced to Users
25
Selective Dating Apps
The 'Inner Circle' Dating Platform is Exclusively for Ambitious Singles
24
AI Olympic News Stories
The 'Washington Post' is Using an AI Reporter to Cover the Olympic Games
23
Teenage-Focused Video Apps
This App Helps Teens Create Videos That Represent Their Character
22
Digital Memory Apps
The Fabric App Uses Digitally Recorded Moments to Make an Automated Journal
21
Paid Dating App Extensions
Bumble Dating Will Be Made Easier with a Subscription Service and More
20
Activism-Oriented Bots
The StayWokeBot on Twitter Supports the Black Lives Matter Campaign
19
Selfie-Focused Social Feeds
Facebook's New Feed Features an Olympic-Themed Camera as its Focus
18
Hospital Social Networks
My Hospi Friends Helps Hospital Patients Connect and Avoid Isolation
17
Musical Messaging Apps
The 'Bars' App Helps You Text In Song Lyrics
16
Roommate-Recruiting Apps
The Koala Roomie App Helps Millennials In New York City Find Roommates
15
Romantic Robot Parodies
Robots Were Used to Create Famous and Romantic Parody Instagram Photos
14
Album-Anticipating Social Filters
Snapchat Joins Those Waiting for Frank Ocean's 'Boys Don't Cry'
13
Olympic Emoji Languages
SKINS Designed 'Esportanto' as a Universal Language for Sports Fans
12
Mom-Hosted Home Decor Vlogs
A Lifestyle Blogger Reveals a Modern Kids' Room With Airplane Accents
11
Crowdsourced Decision-Making Apps
The Chuuzit App Helps Customers Make Decisions By Sourcing Help
10
Darkened Social Media Interfaces
Twitter's 'Night Mode' is Easy on the Eyes and Saves Battery Life
9
Revived Hotline Apps
The Unmute App Helps You Listen In On Calls In Real Time
8
Step-Mom Video Confessions
Vlogger Jessica Avey Discusses Her Experience as a Step-Parent
7
Commemorative Fan-Made Albums
'Boys Do Cry' is a Satirical Response to Frank Ocean's Lack of Album
6
Connective Cinema Apps
The CineBee App Brings Fans Of Indian Movies Together
5
Family Travel Tutorials
This Video Provides Parents with Tips on Traveling Abroad with Kids
4
Athlete-Scouting Apps
The Athlenda App Seamlessly Connects Athletes and Scouts
3
Location-Based Olympic Highlights
Twitter's Olympic 'Moments' Customizes Coverage for Global Users
2
Pregnancy Pampering Tutorials
This Video Provides Self-Care Tips for Expectant Mothers
1
Realty Show Partnerships
'The Voice on Snapchat' Has Show Coaches Help Fans Improve on Singing
Related Ideas
Virtual Fashion Contests
Bratz and ZEPETO Launch a Four-Week Avatar Styling Challenge
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
Summer Soda Brand Campaigns
Sprite 'Turns Up the Refreshment' With its Immersive Campaign
Reimagined Smartphone Campaigns
The 'Pixel In The Clutch' Campaign Highlights AI Phone Features
Positive Social Media Campaigns
The New Tumblr Campaign Champions Community Over Controversy
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
Creative Online Social Networks
BuzzFeed Introduces the New BF Island Social Network
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
Group Chat Meetups
Heineken's Group Chat Bar Experience Unites People in Person
Beauty Hack-Inspired Campaigns
Vaseline Launched 'Vaseline World' Based on Social Media Content
Social-First Direct Selling Series
Mary Kay Miss Conceptions Reshapes Gen Z & Millennial Mindsets
Social Media Platform Alternatives
Fantribe Relaunches Its Platform S an Alternative to TikTok
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
In-App Mental Health Features
Snapchat Launches 'Here For You' Canada for Young Users
Wishlist-Spotlighting Billboards
Sephora Canada Features Customer Wishlists on Holiday Billboards
Playful Gen-Z Dating Campaigns
Tinder's 'Crush Feelings' Captures the Essence of Modern Dating
Gen Z-Themed Soda Campaigns
Pepsi Relation-Sips Showcase Small Gestures This Valentine's Day
Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
Starbucks Partnered with NYFW2026 and Hosted a Coffeehouse Rave
Social AI Video Lenses
Snapchat Brings Photo-To-Video AI to Lens Studio
Sun-Soaked Youthful Fashion Campaign
PACSUN Shoots Its Spring 2026 Capsule in Sun-Soaked Locations
Immersive Video Shopping Experiences
ASOS Live Blends Creator-Led Content with Real-Time Shopping
Friendly Fandom Campaigns
Heineken Kicked Off Fans Have More Friends with a Fun Social Experiment
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
Experiential Student Activations
Just Eat's Hey U Up Campaign Coincides with Freshers’ Week
Varsity Influencer Teams
UNC Turns Student-Athletes Into Social Media Monetization Experts
Dating-App Holiday Campaigns
Bumble Holiday Campaign Sparks Real-Life Connections This Season
Reality-Themed Dating Campaigns
Tinder Launches a YouTube Reality Show to Appeal to Gen Z
Marketer-Targeted Albums
The Spotify Tunetorials Campaign Blurs Education and Entertainment
Influencer-Driven Fashion Events
Pacsun Collaborated with Prominent Gen-Z Creators
In-Person Connection Apps
Court is an Empowering New Social App Without Messaging or Swiping
Social Media Managers
Socialaize Automates Scheduling Cross-Posting And Performance Tracking
Social Commerce Integrations
Ulta Beauty Launches a Creator-Driven TikTok Shop
Analog-Themed Camera Campaigns
Polaroid Launched 'The Camera for an Analog Life'
GenAI Social Media Lenses
The Imagine Lens Lets Snapchat Users Type to Bring Ideas to Life
Co-Branded Beauty Albums
NYX Professional Makeup DroppedNYXTAPE with Indie Female Artists
Gen Z Soda Campaigns
Enjoy the Moment with a Coca‑Cola Targets a Generation That Wants to Unplug
Snapchat Super Bowl Filters
The NFL x Snapchat Creator Program Debuts Ahead of the Big Game
Fandom-Friendly Campaigns
WhatsApp & Netflix Unite for a Squid Game Fandom Celebration
Anti-Digital Social Campaigns
Heineken Partners with Joe Jonas for 'Socials Off Socials'
Limited-Edition Flip Phones
The SVEDPHONE Only Offers Call and Text for Living in the Moment
Brand-Influencer Collaboration Tools
Squad Debuts a New Sponsor Button on Famous Birthdays
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
Interactive Juice Boxes
Suntop's Mega Back to School Campaign Integrates Connected Packaging
Fun-Centered Social Platforms
BuzzFeed Island Makes Internet Experiences Joyful & Quirky Again
College-Focused Social Platforms
TikTok's Campus Verification Feature Mirrors Early Facebook
Culturally Inspired Fall-Ready Streetwear
BAPE Introduces its Connect with People Collection
Content Planner Tools
Social Media Content Planner Helps Users Plan And Post On Notion
Social Media Enhancers
Caption Generator Provides Custom Captions, Hashtags, and Music Suggestions
Social Media Meditation Features
The TikTok Meditation Feature Helps Users Take a Break
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
Social Media Backup Platforms
SocialSafe™ Serves Content Creators and Fans
Production-Led Live Commerce Events
P.Louise Launches Get Unteddy With Me on TikTok Shop
Empowering Fashion Campaigns
Coach's Spring 2025 Campaign Celebrates Personal Time Management
Meetup-Encouraging Social Networks
The 'Mozi' Private Social Network Facilitates IRL Meetings
Social Content Creators
SmilesFlow Lets You Create Unique, Interactive Content for Sharing
Throwback Grocery Campaigns
Economic Nostalgia Inspired Instacart's Summer Like It’s ‘99
Anti-Algorithm Social Platforms
Buzzfeed’s Branch Office Creates Interactive AI-Powered Apps
Secret Friends Social Features
The Secret Friends List Debuts on Instagram with Selena Gomez
Authentic Skincare Campaigns
We are Social France Spotlights Avène’s New Anti-Blemish Cream
Personal Listening Experiences
Spotify Showcases its Consumer-First Approach at Elevate Festival
AI-Powered Social Media Lenses
Snap Announced AI Video Lenses for Snapchat Platinum Subscribers
Comprehensive Wellness-Celebrating Initatives
Live Love Spa Marks National Wellness Month
Offline Dating Experiences
Beyond Debuts Social Club Prioritizing In Person Connections
Intention-Driven Social Feeds
West Co’s Tangle App Turns Daily Intentions Into Shared Plans
Wellness-First Social Networks
Communia Turns Social Media into Social Self-Care
Creativity-Celebrating Social Media Awards
The Instagram Rings Award Honors Exemplary Creators
Travel Community Platforms
Tripnation Travel Community Connects Through Stories, Groups, & Guides
Streaming Moments Surge
Spotify’s Wrapped 2025 Engages Users with Personalized Year-in-Review
Peer-Powered Gifting Initiatives
indu and SoPost Encourage Customers to Share Samples with Friends
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Youth-Led Holiday Campaigns
Where are You Going? Showcases a Global Portrait of Young Creators
Music Sharing Games
What Song Lets Friends Share Songs And Stories Together Instantly
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Social-First Beauty Retailers
Sally Beauty Joins TikTok Shop
All-In-One Retailer Community Apps
Pacsun Debuts the PS Community Hub App
AI-Created Video Feeds
Meta Introduces Vibes as a Social Platform Driven by AI-Generated Posts
Unified Social Management
Social Champ Simplifies Multi-Platform Posting & Analytics For Agencies
On-Demand Content Creation Apps
Social Agent Connects Users to Certified Content Creators
Real-Time Trending Spot Features
Roadtrippers Introduces the Trending Spots Feature to Its App
Pop Culture Wedding Collections
A Dynamic Duo Inspired The Engagement Era Collection by The Knot
Social Video Beauty Brands
Time Inc. Unveils 'The Pretty' Social Video-Based Beauty Brand
Content Idea Generators
Spin The Wheel and Capture Content Ideas Based on Your Online Presence
Digital Journaling Platforms
Moments Helps Users Reflect, Track, and Journal for Personal Growth
Social Media Schedulers
SocialLater Automates Social Media Posting Across Multiple Platforms
Gen Z Media Agencies
Mediahuis Launches the Gen Z-Focused Creative Agency 72andSunny
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
Parental Social Media Alerts
This Instagram Alert Will Let Parents Know of Troubling Teen Searches
Professional Connection-Promoting Campaigns
TheLi.st Spotlights 10 Minutes of Togetherness
Global Product Launch Events
Uber Unveils a New Go-Get Exhibit Featuring Interactive Vignettes
Content Repurposing Tools
Swift Share Converts Blogs into Shareable Social Media Posts in Seconds
Social Networking Hubs
Internet Social Café Lets Users Explore Cafés and Build Online Connections
Nostalgic Beauty Campaigns
Dove's #UnseenBeauty Initiative Challenges Y2K Beauty Standards
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
Whimsical Desk Rituals
Starbucks Created a Small, Celebratory Post-CNY Activation
Social Media Hubs
Unified Socials Centralizes Management Across Multiple Platforms
Content Planning Tools
Notion Social Media Scheduler Helps Organize and Plan Posts Efficiently
Student Network Platforms
Studeen Connects Students Through School-Specific Sharing Communities
Social Media Creator Initiatives
Snapchat Launches its Gen Z-Focused Creator Connect Service
Niche Club Apps
Phictly Connects Fans of Books, Movies & Shows in Small, Engaged Groups
Brand Discovery Platforms
SmartCustomer by Sitejabber Helps Customers Find New Favorite Brands
Social Media Growth Tools
PulseUp.top Simplifies Social Media Management & Business Opportunities
Social Forum Insight Trackers
Snoops.co Helps Businesses Find and Track Opportunities on Reddit
Social Media Organizers
Gem Turns TikTok and Instagram Bookmarks Into Searchable Lists
Asian Film-Themed Promotions
Crocs Launches a Media-Themed Monsoon Campaign in Southeast Asia
Friend-Finding Virtual Hangouts
Strangely Matches Similar Personalities for Live Video Chats
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Real-Time Nightlife Finders
HotSpot Discovers Trending Nightlife Spots With Real-Time Insights
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
Meaningful Relationship-Encouraging Campaigns
Iceberg Vodka Debuts 'Foraging Deeper Connections'
Conversation Tracking Keywords
Bluesky Keywords Helps You Track Mentions And Insights In Real Time
Consumer Brand Launches
Labor Smart Announced Culturally-Driven Product Collaborations
Digital Dependency Awareness Campaigns
Trapped by the Screen Uncovers Hidden Costs of Screen Time
Texting Coffee Campaigns
The Costa Coffee Hypeline Connects with Gen Z
Social Media Content Creators
Social Media Kit Simplifies Carousel Posts with Figma Templates
Event-Based Social Networking Applications
The Plus 1 App is Expanding into Florida
Young Leaders-Focused Initiatives
Universities Organize the Global Campus Gen-Z Leaders Exchange
Event Tracking Apps
ComingUp Helps Users Track Milestones And Share Life Events Easily
Fake Conversation Generators
ReplyShort Creates Realistic Fake Conversations for Social Media
Paired-Down Social Media Platforms
Month Friend Boasts a New Experience in the Hyper-Digital World
Interactive Traveler-Focused Campaigns
Tessan Will Spotlight the 100 Travelers Campaign
Gen Z-Focused Tech Initiatives
SJTU Welcomed Gen Z Students as Part to Discuss Tech
Influencer Discovery Assistants
SocialiQ 2.0 Automates Influencer Research Right on Social Media
B2B Social Intelligence
Octolens Tracks Brand Mentions and Keywords With B2B-Focused AI
Audience Insight Hubs
Bluesky Analytics Helps Track Engagement and Schedule Posts Across Platforms
Interest-Based Social Networking
Phnk Sparks Real Friendships Through Shared Interests and Chat
Social Workplace Branding Tools
Soshial Helps You Build and Grow a Personal Brand on LinkedIn
Social Media Account Marketplaces
TinySoko Offers Secure Social Media Transactions with Escrow
Data-Comparing Social Apps
The Mutually App Matches Users Based on Their Digital Footprint
Interactive Travel Showcases
Sseenn.app Creates 3D Globes To Highlight Your Travel Journey
Phone Software Updates
Google Launches March Pixel Drop With New Pixel And Android Features