There are tons of ways to take Instagram photography out of the app and into the real world. Part of the charm of the photo-sharing app is the retro feel that comes with the Polaroid-like shape, the instant nature of the app and the vintage filters that can be added to photos. While it's possible to get your Instagram photos printed onto everything from pillows to marshmallows, but Reelagram is one option that makes your prints super retro.
Reelagram prints your photos in a tiny slide reel format, which requires a viewer for the full effect. To make your own Reelagram, Instagram users can sign in and choose seven photos. Pricing is about $20 to order a reel and about $30 to order a reel with a viewer.
What's Driving This Trend
- Retro Instagram Prints
- A trend of printing Instagram photos in nostalgic formats like slide reels presents opportunities for businesses to offer unique printing services or create vintage-inspired photo products.
- Authentic Vintage Photography
- The demand for vintage-style filters and retro photography experiences opens up avenues for businesses to provide vintage editing tools, camera accessories, or photo experiences reminiscent of Polaroid cameras.
- Instagram-inspired Merchandise
- The popularity of Instagram aesthetics creates a market for businesses to develop and sell Instagram-themed merchandise, including retro prints, Polaroid-inspired products, or Instagram-themed home decor.
Who This Affects Most
- Printing Services
- Printing companies can leverage the trend of retro Instagram prints by offering unique printing options, such as slide reel formats or vintage-themed printing services.
- Photography Equipment and Accessories
- Companies in the photography industry can capitalize on the demand for authentic vintage photography experiences by creating and selling camera accessories, filters, and other retro-inspired tools.
- Merchandise and Home Decor
- Businesses in the retail and home decor space have an opportunity to tap into the market for Instagram-inspired merchandise, such as retro prints, Polaroid-inspired products, or home decor items with an Instagram theme.
