When author Kyle Chayka explored 2010s minimalism in Longing for Less, a very different world existed. Today, a polycrisis-ridden and digitally saturated society finds people yearning for more. Whether you chalk it up to post-pandemic release or a general sense of impending doom, people are now looking for a...

As the new post-pandemic normal settles in and people adapt to a context of uncertainty, constant adversities, and pessimism, we are moving away from a moment in which consumers expected brands to rise up to society's challenges and into one when they’re demanding genuine allyship from businesses.

Once a signifier of luxury or novelty, custom products and services are now within reach of the everyday consumer, thanks to the rise of artificial intelligence, algorithm-led platforms, and the COVID-era digitisation boom. Today, everyone wants to be the main character of their brand experience.

Younger shoppers are buying bundles of clothing from their favorite fashion creators on TikTok. Created using Pinterest and catering to specific measurements, online aesthetics, and color preferences, the trend speaks to Gen Z’s engagement with style trends popularized by social media.

As people seek a reprieve from negative experiences on social media platforms, Pinterest is highlighting the importance of safe spaces when marketing online, with research finding that people are more receptive to brand communications when encountering them in uplifting environments.

Glossier and Lego may be worlds apart in terms of product lines, but both boast vibrant online communities where fans share tips and suggestions with like-minded individuals. How can other brands foster a similar level of digital engagement? And how can these groups evolve beyond mere discussion?

In an age when social content reigns, the nuances between networks are growing more apparent, from meditative pinning on Pinterest to thwarting Trump on TikTok. Canvas8 spoke to Dr. Matthew Pittman and Dr. Brandon Reich to understand why content lands differently across platforms.