Top 9 Trends to Try in Your Reels This Fall: Updated Inspo for Creators & Social Media Managers
Get inspired to refresh your content and stand out on Instagram this season.
Autumn has arrived on Reels, and with it comes a fresh batch of trends already taking over feeds. The pastel filters of summer are giving way to moodier tones, slower cuts, and cozy edits that match the season’s shift. New sounds, clever transitions, and creative storytelling formats are setting the tone for what performs well right now. From spooky autumn vibes to ultra thin Reels, here’s what’s catching traction on Instagram this fall, and how creators are using it to keep audiences watching till the very last second.
This list will be updated as soon as we find something cool again!
Hocus Pocus
This nostalgic trend is taking over Reels as creators share their best spooky-season setups: from witchy home decor, Halloween recipes and costume reveals to clips inspired by the movie’s most memorable moments.
🎧 Audio to use: Original audio – Hocus Pocus
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Reels don’t have to stick to portrait mode. This trend experiments with ultra-wide formats and lets creators control exactly where viewers’ attention lands and adding a cinematic touch to everyday clips.
🎧 Audio to use: Anything
Click, Click
The “Click, click” trend has taken over Instagram, and it’s easy to see why. The audio hooks viewers immediately, keeping them guessing until the reveal at the very end.
This trend shines for transformation content like it’s a dramatic makeup look, a fresh hairstyle, or a quick outfit change. The suspenseful timing makes every switch feel satisfying and shareable.
🎧 Audio to use: Original audio – Kayla.Ryan 1
I Know Ball
A little confidence never hurt anyone. The “I Know Ball” trend lets creators flip assumptions on their head, showing off the skills, knowledge, or passions people tend to underestimate. From niche hobbies to professional flexes, this one’s all about proving you know your stuff.
🎧Audio to use: Them & I - I'm Not Them
Man I Need
The audio is the star here. Creators are jumping on the Man I Need remix for its flexible, upbeat vibe — perfect for everything from everyday moments to playful skits. Its versatility makes it easy to adapt to almost any type of content.
🎧 Audio to use: Man I Need (Vandelux Remix)
[Something]aholic
Perfect for calling out your latest obsession, this trend gives creators a playful way to share what—or who—they can’t get enough of. From snacks to shows, anything goes.
🎧 Audio to use: Her Words Kill – Sir, This Is A Cut Throat Fashion
In A Room Full of People
For anyone who’s ever felt out of place in a crowd, this trend hits just right. Pair the audio with the caption “In a room full of people, I look for the exit” and show off your outfit, vibe, personal style, or something unique you make or love.
🎧 Audio to use: Original audio – elisehoogerdijk
This is What Autumn Feels Like
Pumpkin spice lattes, chunky sweaters, crisp air; if autumn vibes hit you the second September rolls around, this trend is made for you. Creators are pairing cozy visuals with JVKE’s seasonal audio to capture all the feels of fall.
🎧Audio to use: JVKE – This is What Autumn Feels Like
Life With ✨Love✨
This trend pairs playful before-and-after transitions with sentimental visuals, highlighting how love transforms every corner of your world, mess and all. But who said you couldn't use your product or service instead of ✨her✨ or ✨him✨ ?
🎧 Audio to use: Justin Hurwitz – Planetarium