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Friday, May 18, 2018

How to Have an Instagram Theme



Bloggers have the most inspiring Instagram feeds. Whether it be a mouth watering food pic, a breath taking landscape shot or a beautifully arranged flay lay, Instagram is a gold mine for photo inspiration. It's so easy to lose yourself in the scrolling and sometimes I get so immersed in the app, I find it near impossible to exit out. For today's post, I thought I'd focus on how to create your very own Instagram theme. Obviously having an Instagram theme isn't for everyone but if you are keen on the idea and just don't know where to start, hopefully you'll find this post helpful in some way! 

Establish a Colour Scheme
In most Instagram themes, colour is what brings the feed together. Settling on an appropriate colour scheme is, in my point of view, the most important part of creating your Instagram theme. If you're wanting to work with a group of colours, you want to make sure that you have a strong understanding of the colour wheel. Complimentary colours will create a much stronger visual effect especially when they're in such close proximity. If you're choosing to focus on one colour, make sure you're passionate enough about it so it doesn't become restrictive. 

Plan Before Uploading
Photo planning apps are a lifesaver when it comes to finding your perfect arrangement. The fact that you can shuffle your images around before uploading them is a great tool to have. Especially because it can give you an indication of when or if you should post an image. The order of photos can really affect the way your feed looks as a whole. It's so easy to post a picture that throws off your entire theme. Photo planning apps just allow you to make sure you know what you're getting into before putting it out into the world. 

Reuse Props
Finding new things to photograph can be tricky, especially if you're having to consider how it will match your feed. Having a common photo subject can make your life a whole lot easier. Don't be afraid to reuse certain photo props. Especially if they work well your theme. It can unify your photos in a completely new way. 

Be Consistent With Editing
If you like to edit your photos, you should try stick with the same settings each and every time. Filters can really change the feel of an image. If you're not really into colour schemes, filters are a great alternative. Depending on what kind of theme you're hoping to achieve, you want to make sure you're using filters appropriately. It's okay to experiment a little bit, just don't stray don't far from what you're used to. In order to have a cohesive feed, it's important all your photos give off the same feel. 

Thanks for reading! Do you have an Instagram theme?




32 comments:

  1. I am probably the worst when it comes to having an Instagram theme because it's either pictures of me, food, or me and boyfriend XD. I really like how some people can whip out a flawless IG theme. How far behind do people typically plan? I know there's a creative block from time to time so a backup upload needs to be there. Thanks for sharing these tips!

    Nancy ♥ exquisitely.me

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    1. That's still really nice! It's definitely much more personal that way! For me, I don't plan usually plan that far in advance. I try take at least one photo a week for Instagram. I don't necessarily use the photo straight away but I keep it as back up, like you said. Thanks Nancy! :-) AnnieChanie

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  2. This is a great suggestion! I do find that similar editing makes a HUGE difference!
    -Kate // http://www.classyandkate.com/4-ways-to-revamp-your-new-years-resolutions-for-the-summer/

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    1. Yes! I always edit my photos! Thank you for your comment Kate! :-) AnnieChanie

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  3. Colour schemes make it super easy to have a theme, im a purple theme kinda girl and ive always stuck to purple and its helped so much!

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    1. Ooh, that sounds really cool! I definitely like using purple in my photos as well. Thanks for commenting Ellie! :-) AnnieChanie

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  4. I reckon all these tips are very good and I use many of them except the first one; I had a color scheme but decided to give up on it to have more flexibility content creation wise

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    1. Colour schemes do have their limitations. I think depending on what you're wanting to photograph, you can create your theme in other ways. Thanks for sharing your thoughts Corinne! :-) AnnieChanie

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  5. My Instagram feed has no theme at all it’s a mix of random photos uploaded
    When I can! I do adore those with gorgeous themes and this post has some fabulous tips to help achieve such a great feed.
    Interesting read thanks for sharing 😃

    Melanie | www.frasersfunhouse.com

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    1. That's perfectly fine! As long as your Instagram is a good representation of you and and your interests, what more could you want! Thank you for reading Melanie! :-) AnnieChanie

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  6. My Instagram is a little all over the place and I think I’d find it hard to get a consistent theme but when I see people’s who have a theme I really want to try it out, I’ll defo be using these points! X

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    1. Thanks so much Aaliyah! I'm glad you found this post useful! :-) AnnieChanie

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  7. this is really helpful, my Instagram is kinda all over the place so this was so needed!.
    Charlie | www.charlieswonderland.co.uk

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    1. Thank you Charlie! I'm happy you enjoyed the post! :-) AnnieChanie

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  8. Planning is defo the best tip! I love Unum for planning xx
    Morgan // www.justmorgs.com

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    1. Ahh, I love UNUM! It's my go-to for photo planning! Thank you Morgan! :-) AnnieChanie

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  9. These tips are very useful, i stick to the same filter, it’s very to have the same theme going on like this but i am trying to my feed more consistent!

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    1. Aw, thank you Joy! That means a lot! That's a really great start! You can do it! :-) AnnieChanie

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  10. I don't actually have an instagram, and it's just becuase it'd be too much for me to handle. I'm such a perfectionist but I don't think I'd be able to keep up with a theme and that would make me unhappy haha!! Maybe I will though... I love pastel colors with plain white colors- that's what I'd probably do if I did have an instagram.

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    1. I was the same! I completely understand what you mean! Oh my gosh, you pretty much described the theme I'm going for at the moment! Pastels and plain whites! Haha, thank you for commenting! :-) AnnieChanie

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  11. These are great tips, I don't have a strict theme but do love using planning apps to make sure that the photos I have planned will look good together, as I think that its so important!- https://sophiehearts.net x

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    1. Thank you so much Sophie! Definitely! Photo planning apps are really helpful! :-) AnnieChanie

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  12. I try so hard to have a theme but I find it really difficult. I like to keep my backgrounds bright and white, not always easy. These are great tips though! x

    Sophie
    www.glowsteady.co.uk

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    1. You're completely right! It can be tricky at times! Bright and white backgrounds sound really nice though! Thank you for the comment Sophie! :-) AnnieChanie

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  13. Love these tips! I'm the worst at having an Instagram theme so I stick with outdoors/nature posts xD

    cabin twenty-four

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    1. Thank you Eena! I love all your nature/outdoor photos! :-) AnnieChanie

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  14. We've be following some of these tips and we finally achieved a structured and consistent feed, which is amazing :D Thanks for sharing,
    xx

    Patricia & Miguel
    www.freeoversea.com

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    1. Aw, thank you for sharing that with me! That honestly means so much! I'm glad you were able to use the tips! :-) AnnieChanie

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  15. I am the absolute worst at sticking to a theme or planning on what photographs I will put on my account. Most times it's just so last minute :S Love your points and I seriously need to up my Instagram game>
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    S
    The Grey Canvas

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    1. That's okay! Everyone uploads differently and that's what makes Instagram so fun and exciting! Thank you for your comment! :-) AnnieChanie

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  16. I'm really working hard to keep my pastel theme going at the moment. Been posting mainly low contrast pastel images, which has been a little easier than I thought because most of my bedroom and wardrobe fits that theme! Planoly is definitely a life-saver for me! <3

    Katie | www.katielclark.co.uk

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    1. Yay! Pastel colours! I've heard of Planoly but I haven't tried it before! I just love photo planning apps in general! Thanks for commenting Katie! :-) AnnieChanie

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